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BULGARI Diva's Dream Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous Bvlgari earrings from the classic Diva's Dream collection features a mosaic fan design crafted in 18k white gold and set with 106 round brilliant E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamo...
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2010s Italian Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Elizabeth Gage Rock Crystal Yellow Gold Clip on Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Gage rock crystal and yellow gold round clip-on earrings circa 2001. * SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: two white rock crystal quartz cabochons with crystallization. METAL: ...
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Early 2000s English Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Illusion Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The perfect pair of "WOW" drop earrings. 4.15 carats of round and special cut F color VS clarity diamonds give an illusion Emerald diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Edouard Rambaud Belt and Earrings 3pc Set Chain Charms Hearts Stars France 80s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Edouard Rambaud Paris Chain Belt and Earrings, 3pc set, likely made in the early 80s. This super rare, oversized belt and earrings set, was made by Frenc...
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1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Earrings

Bulgari 18ct Gold And Diamond Chain Link Ear Clips Circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Gold and diamond curb link ear clips by Bulgari c.1970s, of wide flattened curb link chain design in 18ct yellow and white gold, two front links set with round brilliant cut diamonds...
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Late 20th Century Italian Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Multi Shaped Multi Gemstone Earring With Diamonds & Butterfly Design
Located in New York, NY
18Kt gold: 3.78gms Diamond: 1.3cts Silver: 17.78gms Emerald: 4.73cts Ruby: 0.10cts Sapphire: 93.9cts Size:68X30 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gol...

Cartier Gold Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fantastic Cartier midcentury earrings featuring turquoise and diamonds. Chic and wearable at 1 inch in size.
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Mid-20th Century North American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Steven Battelle 4.3 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Kyanite 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Matching shimmering 5 x 7 and 6 x9 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstones face away from each other with brilliant blue 3 x 5 mm faceted Kyanites suspended b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Kyanite, 18k Gold

2.93 Carat Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Earrings (14K Gold)
Located in Bangkok, TH
These dainty, diamond stud earrings showcase a rare and precious combination of beauty and sophistication, featuring the finest old mine cut diamonds with a total weight of 2.93 Cara...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Olive Quartz and Yellow Gold 18 Karat Drop Earrings
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this Olive Quartz and Yellow Gold 18 Karat Drop Earrings. Hydro Olive Quartz Yellow Gold 18 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Earrings

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jades, Agates and Emeralds Black Gold 18 Karats Chandelier Earrings French
Located in Vannes, FR
These sumptuous chandelier earrings are truly an exceptional piece of jewellery. Crafted from the highest quality 18-carat rhodium-plated black gold, these earrings offer an elegant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Agate, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Wide Starburst Diamond Dainty Hoop Earrings in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Wide Starburst Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need huggie earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

VtgROBERT LEE MORRIS matte gold modernist clip on earrings designer runway
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ROBERT LEE MORRIS • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 0.88" by 0.88" CONDITION • very good vintage condition with some signs of we...
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20th Century Earrings

14K 1.97ctw Peridot Stud Earrings Elegant Yellow Gold Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Illuminate your look with these stunning 14K Yellow Gold Peridot Stud Earrings, boasting a dazzling 2.51 Carat Pear Modified Brilliant gemst...
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2010s American Earrings

Materials

Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Paperclip Wheel Earrings
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Paperclip Link Earrings are reflective of her iconic paperclip link chain, and are given a modern twist with diamond...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18K Gold Raw Diamond Daisy Earrings with Golden South Sea Pearl Drops
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's signature 18 Karat Gold Raw Diamond Daisy Earrings with Golden South Sea Pearl Drops comprise two earrings in one. The Golden South Sea Pearl Drops are detachable, allowing the diamond daisy stud earrings to be worn on their worn as diamond studs. Daisy Diameter: .65" Diamonds: 4.0 Carats twt Posts with friction backs and Shepherd's hook Golden South Sea Pearl Drops: 14mm Diamond Daisy Earrings and Pearl Drops can be sold separately (please inquire for more info): Diamond Daisy Earrings $3895 Golden Sea Pearl...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage gold red glass etruscsn style clip on 80’s earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 35
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20th Century Earrings

Vintage Italian Red Coral Earrings Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Johns Creek, GA
LAST PRICE REDUCTION!! Get these beautiful earrings before they are gone! One-of-a-kind Vintage Red Coral earrings from Italy. Circa 1950's...
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1950s Italian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boucheron 18K Gold Diamond Small Hoop Earrings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Boucheron 18K gold and diamond small hoop earrings, circa 1960's. Earrings measure 5.8" by .25" and are signed Boucheron,...
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Earring
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable earring found in the highest jewelry houses. 11.02 carats of certified Intense Green Emerald cut Emeralds. 4.56 carats of white pear shape diamonds. Set in platin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Chanel Earrings Clips in Gilded Metal and Cabochons in Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Earrings clips in gilded metal and cabochons in glass paste. Collection 2cc8. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 5 cm Condition: Very good condition Sel...
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1990s French Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

NO RESERVE! 0.70Cttw Fancy Pink Diamond - 14kt gold - White gold Earrings
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Natural Diamonds: Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.70 cttw / 56 stones Color: Light Pink - N.Fancy Pink Clarity: VS1 to SI2 Size: 2 cm Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Excha...
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter 13.5mm South Sea Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl stud earrings feature two 13.5mm diameter pearls originate from the waters of Northwestern Australia. They display fine quality nacre and their natural color and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Vermeil Women in Ancient Rome Cameo Earrings
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Veneto
Finely detailed porcelain cameos depicting the profile of classical ancient Rome women. Opulent yet feminine these chandelier earrings can be comfortably worn for any occasion. Beaut...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Revival Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil

Pear Natural Citrine And CZ Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Pear Shape Citrine Gemstone And CZ beautifully crafted in a Earrings. A fiery Yellow Color November Birthstone. For a special occasion like Engagement or Proposal or may be as a gif...
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Corletto Italian Enamel Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Johns Creek, GA
LAST PRICE REDUCTION! Get this beautiful pair before they are GONE! Well know Italian Designer, Giovanni Corletto made these stunning vintage 18kt yellow gold and blue enamel earri...
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1960s Italian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Enamel

Multi Gemstone Amethyst, Topaz and Peridot Earrings in Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing Multi Gemstone Amethyst, Topaz and Peridot Earrings Made in Sterling Silver which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Brilliant White Diamond Galaxy Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Earrings, Branch 2022
By Branch Fine Jewelry
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Galaxy Earrings intricately hand-fabricated in 18k yellow gold by Michele Scholnik, the master jewelry artist behind Branch, featuring 18...
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2010s American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold and Pearl Geometric Earrings with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Geometric statement earrings in 18k gold combined with white pearls and accented with rows of diamonds. Modern in design, yet with a classical influence, these were inspired by anci...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

IGI 14K 20.50 Ct Emerald&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Style Hook Earrings
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
**One IGI 14K Rose Gold 20.50 Ct Emerald&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Style Hook Earrings ** Pairs of IGI-Certified natural green Emerald as the center stone weighing 20.50 ct set with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Flower Drop Earring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful movement! Two rows of white pear shaped diamonds suspended from a diamond flower. 11.23 carats of white pear shaped diamonds. 18k white gold. 2.35 inch length. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gold Sheet Long Lightweight XL Dangle Lava Stud Drop Earrings, Petra Class 2022
Located in Dallas, TX
Elongated Oval Sheet XL Dangle Drop Earrings hand-fabricated by acclaimed jewelry maker Petra Class featuring intricately-finished extra large elongated oval 22k yellow gold sheets d...
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2010s American Artist Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.87 Carat Cushion Pink Tourmaline White Diamond Mini Hoop Drop Earrings
Located in Lambertville , NJ
These Diamond Mini Hoop Earrings feature drops of Faceted, Elongated Cushion Cut Pink Tourmaline set in Double Millegrain Bezels. The two Gem Quality Tourmaline are of medium Pink hu...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Studs Illusion Set
Located in New York, NY
These earrings give the illusion of 7-8 carat EACH emerald cut studs! 4.65 carats of F VS special cut diamonds, masterly set to look like one emerald cut diamond. Set in 18k white...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

Diamond Stud Earrings 2.01 Carats K I2 14 Karat White Gold Basket Setting
Located in New York, NY
Diamond stud earrings weighing 2.01 Carats, in 14 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Basket Setting. Color K Clarity I2 Nice Life & 95% Eye Clean, will not be ab...
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2010s Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Steven Battelle 4.9 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Three graduated sized 4 x 8 to 5 x 10 mm marquis faceted pink tourmalines hang below a 5 x 7 mm pear shaped pink tourmaline posts in this elegant creation. A lot of beautiful color ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond Earrings in 14/18 Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Beautiful, dangling, vivacious, outstanding Artisan style elegant pearl earrings! These earrings are real eye-catchers! Long, large White South Sea Pearls ( 13.5mm ) and a wonderful flower with a Natural Blue Sapphire ​​give the earring a feminine glow. Pendant: Genuine 14K GOLD diamond charm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Over 3 carats of pear shaped yellow diamonds suspended from round diamond studs. All surrounded by colorless white smaller round brilliant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

New African 4.70 ct Green & White Sapphire Post Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
The color of these earrings is so pretty! Just a soft neutral color. The stones are from Africa and are 2.35 cts each. They are very high quality stones. The oval stones measur...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Modern 18 Karat Gold TW 0.25 Carat Diamond X Design French Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a pair of modern X design French back earrings crafted in 18K white gold. Circa 2000. It features diamonds (TW 0.25ct): - 10 diamonds (RBC-17, TW 0.05ct, RW-W, VS-SI) - 28...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

White Gold Contemporary Ink Earrings by Artist with Smoky Quartz
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary jewellery collection was originally designed as a sculptures with cubes of quartzes by artist Polya Medvedeva. Later these art objects were modified into the jewell...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
An important pair of beautiful Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings. 38.09 carats of fine emerald cut green Emeralds. 22.10 carats o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

14K Yellow Gold Endless Hoop Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Add these Classic and Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Light Weight Endless Hoops to your look!   14K Yellow Gold  Made in Italy Measures 14mm diameter Gi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

1930s 2.02 Carat Opal and Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 2.02 carat opal and 0.72 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and 18 karat yellow gold drop earrings; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections These stunning, fine and impressive antique earrings have been crafted in 18k white gold with 18k yellow gold fittings and setting. Each of these fine antique earrings features a stunning yellow gold claw set cabochon black opal. The articulating feature opals are suspended within a white gold oval frame featuring ten impressive individually bezel set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The earrings incorporate articulated linear settings to the upper portion, each embellished with an impressive collet set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond, connected via small gold ring loops. These antique drop earrings are suspended from a further feature bezel set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond to the apex. These earrings for pierced ears secure via 18k yellow gold butterfly style fittings. These antique opal and diamond drop earrings have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. These impressive opal earrings are supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition These opal earrings are excellent quality, set with stunning black opals displaying a scintillating play of color. The impressive feature diamonds display a fine white color, brilliance and presence. The well color matched supporting diamonds display a fine white color and brilliance. The antique opal and diamond drop earrings are an excellent gauge of gold and are in excellent condition. Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 2.02 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 0.72 carat Dimensions Length of drop 2.5cm/0.98" Length of setting 1.6cm/0.63" Width of setting 1.3cm/0.51" Height of setting 3.03mm/0.12" Weight 6.29 grams Date: Circa 1930 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique opal jewelry...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of flower earrings, the mixed diamond cuts create a unique sparkle! 2.17 carats of F color VS clarity round and baguette cut diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rosior one-off Fire Opal and Tsavorite Drop Earrings Set in Yellow Gold
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary Drop Earrings made in 19,2k Yellow Gold and set with: - 10 Oval cut Fire Opals with 5,81 ct; - 4 Pear Cut Fire Opals with 2,10 ct; - 474 Round Cut Tsavorites with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Dancing Goddess Earrings in Pink
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Veneto
Rhodium plated sterling silver and fine porcelain Handmade in Italy The beauty of the antique is imbued with a contemporary form for a timeless jewel in this collection. Each piece ...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Important Cushion Cut Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Earclips
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Ceylon sapphire and diamond ear clips for pierced ears. 15.86 carats of cushion cut Ceylon sapphires. 8.05 carats of colorless ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Cherubs with Goose Roman Period Earrings in White
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Veneto
Rhodium Plated Ruthenium Finish Sterling Silver and Fine Porcelain Handmade in Italy The beauty of the antique is imbued with a contemporary form for a timeless jewel in this collec...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Pear Shape Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of classic diamond dangle drop earrings set in a timeless design. 3.00 cts (total) of pear shapes suspended from 1.30 carats (total) of round brilliant cut diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18k Rose Gold Earstuds
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2188 Comes With Box Only Date 2014 RRP £2,560 Inc VAT / $2,720 Excl VAT / 2920 € Inc VAT Model VCARN6BO00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Carnelian Weight 2....
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2010s French Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Topaz, Ruby & Lemon Quartz Earrings Set In 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Topaz, Ruby & Lemon Quartz Earrings Set In 18K & Silver Natural Blue Topaz - 4 carats - Pear Shapes Natural Ruby - 1 carats - Oval shape Natural Lemon Quartz - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

3.75 Carat Black Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beauties have 2 Black Pear Cut Diamonds that weigh 2.54 Carats and 40 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 1.21 Carats. The total carat weight of the earrings are 3.75 Carats. The pea...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Clip-on Earrings in Golden Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Clip-on earrings in golden metal. 2cc3 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 5 cm x 5 cm Seller Reference: BOB182
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1980s French Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The earrings feature two 16mm diameter South Sea pearls from the waters of Northwestern Australia. The design is complete with 4 diamonds of top quality (0.20 carats). All of our pea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This earrings feature two large South Sea pearls of 15.5mm diameter. The untreated pearls originate from the waters of Northwestern Australia. They display a lovely nacre and their n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cluster Earring Cuffs
Located in New York, NY
A versatile pair of cluster earrings -- full of SPARKLE! 4.57 carats of white marquise cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The earrings have a push back closing (like a stud earri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
An important pair of diamond cluster earrings. 11.82 carats of colorless white pear shaped diamonds Handmade in New York, set in platinum. A fabul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Shop Now: Antique and Vintage Earrings for Sale on 1stDibs

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.

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