Grab Giani Bernini Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings for $24 at Macy’s — 70% Off Now!

The world's most valuable pearl is baroque. It weighs 75 pounds and has been valued at $100 million, a fact that pearl traders cite to remind buyers that "irregular" is not a synonym for inferior. The Giani Bernini Freshwater Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings, which went on sale at Macy's on April 8 for $24, sit at the opposite end of that price spectrum. The gulf between the two maps almost entirely onto nacre depth and surface quality. Understanding where this pair lands helps you decide whether 70% off is a genuine win or a polished-looking compromise.

The earrings are constructed in sterling silver with an 18k gold-plate finish and carry a single cultured freshwater baroque pearl suspended from a leverback closure. That closure detail is worth noting: unlike a butterfly back, the leverback is built into the post itself, which removes the common risk of losing the backing separately. The baroque pearl, by its nature, will differ slightly from pair to pair. No two baroque pearls share the same silhouette, and the asymmetry that makes the shape visually dynamic also creates the multi-tonal luster effects that distinguish it from a round pearl's uniform surface.

At $24, including a sterling silver setting, the pearl is realistically an A-grade freshwater specimen. That means fair to medium luster with visible blemishes across portions of the surface, which pearl graders typically describe as 60 to 80 percent clean. The luster, that depth of light reflection that separates a captivating pearl from a chalky one, will be warmer and more diffuse than what you'd find in AAA-grade Akoyas, which wholesale for far more per stone alone. The baroque form partially compensates: its natural contouring creates shadowing and visual complexity that can absorb surface irregularities more forgivingly than a round pearl's exposed, uniform face.

When the package arrives, do this before anything else: hold each pearl close to a cool white light source and look for some reflective depth, even if it's soft rather than sharp. Then run a fingernail lightly across the surface. Genuine nacre has a faint, almost imperceptible texture; glass or plastic imitations feel uniformly smooth. Confirm the leverback snaps cleanly shut with no wobble at the hinge, and that the pearl hangs centered on its wire rather than listing to one side.

For anyone with sensitive ears, the sterling silver base is a reasonable foundation. Sterling (925) is a legitimate hypoallergenic option for most nickel-reactive wearers, and the 18k plating avoids the alloy content that triggers the majority of metal sensitivities. For daily wear, the leverback design is more practical than a standard post-and-butterfly setup over time, though the gold plating will show wear at friction points, particularly the hinge, within a year of regular use. For gifting, the $24 price point sets expectations honestly: this is a graceful gesture, not an heirloom, and it works well in that role.

Care is straightforward. Wipe with a soft dry cloth after each wear, store away from other jewelry to prevent scratching, and keep the pearls clear of perfume, hairspray, and water. All three will degrade nacre and accelerate plating wear. Macy's carries a 90-day return window on jewelry in original condition, which gives enough real-world time to assess luster, check the hinge, and determine whether the gold finish is holding under your specific wearing habits.

The same baroque category that produced a $100 million specimen is available here for less than the cost of a lunch in Manhattan. That contrast is the most honest framing for this purchase: not a bargain on fine jewelry, but a genuine entry point into a pearl shape with real visual character, priced accordingly.