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Blue Quartz Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These classic drop earrings are crafted in 14k white gold and feature faceted round blue quartz
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Quartz Gold Drop Earrings
Blue Quartz Gold Drop Earrings
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W 0.51 in L 1.61 in
Vintage Designer Signed PAUL MORELLI Pearl Platinum Drop Earrings
By Paul Morelli
Located in Montreal, QC
cleaned and polished. These Simple and Classic Drop Earrings, epitomize vintage charm. More Beautiful in
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Pink Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
in these classic drop earrings. Kasumi pearls are famous for their rich colors and metallic finish
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Pink Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
in these classic drop earrings. Kasumi pearls are famous for their rich colors and metallic finish
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 11.5mm Golden South Sea Pearl Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
professionally cleaned and polished. These Simple and Classic Drop Earrings, epitomize vintage charm. More
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold

Roman Malakov 3.44 Carats Total Oval Cut Ruby and Round Diamond Drop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and chic classic drop earrings showcasing a beautiful oval cut ruby surrounded by round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.48 Carats Total Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Clover Drop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and chic classic drop earrings showcasing a two beautiful clover design round cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Aquamarine and Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
freshwater pearls to create a pair of modern-day classic drop earrings. Matte-finished with French ear wires
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18k White Gold White Sapphire Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
modern-day classic drop earrings. Matte-finished. Casual or corporate, the clean design is flattering
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold White Sapphire and Freshwater Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
modern-day classic drop earrings. Matte-finished. Casual or corporate, the clean design is flattering
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18k White Gold Tanzanite Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
lustrous white freshwater pearls to create a pair of modern-day classic drop earrings. Matte-finished
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, White Gold

Faye Kim 18k White Gold Tanzanite Pearl Earrings
Faye Kim 18k White Gold Tanzanite Pearl Earrings
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Dm 0.24 in L 0.07 in
Faye Kim 18k Gold Tanzanite and Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
lustrous white freshwater pearls to create a pair of modern-day classic drop earrings. Matte-finished
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold Tanzanite and Pearl Earrings
Faye Kim 18k Gold Tanzanite and Pearl Earrings
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Dm 0.24 in L 0.66 in
Faye Kim 18k White Gold Aquamarine and Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
freshwater pearls to create a pair of modern-day classic drop earrings. Matte-finished. Casual or corporate
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, White Gold, Gold

Gemistry, Victorian 35.58 Carat T.W. Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This Gemistry, classic drop earrings in leafy shape are manifested in 18K/925 White, Yellow & Black
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2010s Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
length of these classic drop earrings with a modern twist is universal - elegantly thin to not overwhelm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Baroque Pearl and Aquamarine Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
freshwater Baroque pearls to create a pair of modern-day classic drop earrings with an organic feel. Matte
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

12mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
twist to the classic drop earring design. These diamonds provide a transition from the pearls to the
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Red Coral Buttons and Drops Sapphire Diamonds, Rose Gold Silver Clip-On Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Classic drop earrings composed of a coral button, surrounded
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Classic Diamond Drop Gold Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and timeless pair of diamond drop earrings. 3.80 carats of G VS round, marquise, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Classic Illusion Diamond Drop Earring
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
An elegant earring that shines alone or will compliment other pieces of jewelry in your own
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Classic Colombian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
6.05 carats of Fine Colombian Emeralds 8.82 carats of white brilliant pear shaped and round diamonds. Platinum and 18k yellow gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

18K White Gold Classic Diamond Drop Earrings
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Classic Diamond Drop Earrings 14 Diamonds - 2.040 CT 311 Diamonds - 4.280 CT 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Classic 2.73ctw Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Bloomington, MN
Classic 2.73ctw Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings These classic drop ruby earrings are made of 14kt
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic 2.73ctw Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
Classic 2.73ctw Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
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W 0.5 in L 1.25 in
John Hardy Classic Chain Drop Earring EB900281
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Sterling Silver Earring measures 16.5mm long Post Back EB900281
Category

2010s Drop Earrings

John Hardy Classic Chain Hammered Drop Earring EB90634
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Add elemental elegance to any look with sterling silver drop earrings. Handcrafted by our artisans
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2010s Drop Earrings

John Hardy Classic Chain Link Drop Earrings EB900783
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Artisan-crafted in Bali since 1975. Through powerful design, dramatic detail and inspiring meaning, John Hardy jewelry collections represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship and quality...
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2010s Drop Earrings

John Hardy Classic Chain Square Turquoise Drop Earring EBS905151TQ
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Stylish drop earrings from the Classic Chain collection showcasing square turquoise stones bordered
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2010s Drop Earrings

Gold White Pearl Drop Earrings, 18K Yellow Gold, Classic Pearl Earrings
Located in McLeansville, NC
A pair of vintage 18-karat yellow gold white pearl drop earrings. These classic earrings feature
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Vintage 1970s Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Asli Classic Chain Link Drop Earring EB90118
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
John Hardy Asli Classic Chain Link Drop Earring. Sterling Silver Earring measures 59mm long
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2010s Drop Earrings

John Hardy Classic Chain Hammered Sugarloaf Drop Earring EZ90515
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Sterling Silver and 18k Bonded Yellow Gold Earring measures 27mm long Post Back EZ90515
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2010s Drop Earrings

John Hardy Classic Chain Pearl Drop J Hoop Earring EB90665
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Classic sterling silver huggie earrings from the Classic Chain collection displaying a 9.5-10mm
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2010s Drop Earrings

Mikimoto Classic Rose Gold Diamond & Akoya Pearl Drop Earrings MEA10228ADX
By Mikimoto
Located in Wilmington, DE
An 8mm Akoya pearl appears to drop from a line of diamonds in these earrings from the Mikimoto
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2010s Drop Earrings

John Hardy Classic Chain 18k Gold & Silver Palu Drop Earring EZS9008574BLSBN
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Dropping gracefully along your face, these Classic Chain earrings by John Hardy show off a two-tone
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2010s Drop Earrings

Roberto Coin 18k White Gold Classic Diamond Bezel Drop Earrings 000269AWERX0
By Roberto Coin
Located in Wilmington, DE
Roberto Coin 18K white gold rhodium plated Diamonds by the Inch drop earrings with 6 round diamonds
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2010s Drop Earrings

Victorian 1880 Etruscan Revival Classic Amphoras Drop Earrings 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Etruscan-Roman revival ear drops pendants. Magnificent oversized drop earrings, from the Victorian
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Antique 1880s English Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k gold classic Floral silhouettes .07 Diamond drop earring with black onyx
Located in kowloon, Kowloon
"Timeless Elegance: 14k Gold Classic Floral Silhouettes with .07 Diamond Drop Earrings and Black
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2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Classic Floral Drop Earrings, Set with 33.16 Ct Sapphires, Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Classic drop, sapphire, emerald and diamond floral design, estate earrings. The 28.79 cts of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18kt yellow gold london blue silver Vermeil classic modern hoop drop Earrings
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
These gorgeous drop earrings with three 4mm cabochon stones are everyday chic, dress them up or
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, Quartz, Tanzanite, Topaz, Vermeil, Rhodium

Luxury Classic Ocean Blue Navy Swarovski Crystals Water Tear Drop Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very high quality and high cost. Handmade, fine workmanship. Anti-oxidant. Excellent gift for lady. Material: Alloy, Simulated Diamonds. Size: 6.2*2.0 cm. Weight: 6 g/each. _ _ _...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

1.89 Carat Round Diamond Three-Stone Classic Drop 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Pair of graduated round brilliant cut three-stone diamond drop earrings in, featuring a
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2010s British Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Peridot, Rubelite,...

Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunning vintage freshwater pearl drop earrings circa 2000! The style of these earrings is so
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Early 2000s Drop Earrings

Diamond Drop Earrings 18k
Located in Litchfield, CT
drop earrings are charmingly elegant. Finely fashioned in 18k white gold, they effortlessly go from
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2010s American Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Drop Earrings 18k
Diamond Drop Earrings 18k
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H 0.75 in
Silver and Marcasite Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
a classic pair of marcasite and silver drop earrings.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Marcasite, Silver

Silver and Marcasite Drop Earrings
Silver and Marcasite Drop Earrings
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W 0.39 in L 1.9 in
Estate Diamond Drop Gold Heirloom Quality Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Featuring Fabulous one of a kind Diamond Earrings; hand crafted in 18K white and yellow gold, each
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
, these ruby and diamond drop earrings are versatile enough to suit many occasions. ♦ Circa: 1960s ♦ Metal
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Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
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L 1.25 in
Small Leaf Long Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Drop Earrings Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14K Metal Color : Yellow gold Diamond Carat
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Drop Rose Gold Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Affordable luxury at its best! This classic design of diamond drop earrings have 72 Round Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Drop Rose Gold Earrings
Diamond Drop Rose Gold Earrings
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L 0.9 in
DROPPING STILL Earring - 18k gold
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
THE DROPPING STILL earring in solid recycled 18k gold for your right ear (not available for the
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2010s Thai Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

DROPPING STILL Earring - 18k gold
DROPPING STILL Earring - 18k gold
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H 2.21 in
Diamond Drop White Gold Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
drop earrings are charmingly elegant. Finely fashioned in 18k white gold, they effortlessly go from
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Drop White Gold Earrings
Diamond Drop White Gold Earrings
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L 0.63 in
Jarin Multicolor Gemstones Drop Earrings
By JARIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cubic Zirconia drop earrings. Platinum rhodium finished. Straight post. Marked: Jarin 1-3/4" Length
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Rhodium

Jarin Multicolor Gemstones Drop Earrings
Jarin Multicolor Gemstones Drop Earrings
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H 1.75 in W 0.38 in
1.723ct Peridot Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in LEEDERVILLE, WA
Beautiful and naturally captivating ,these elegant Peridot and diamond drop earrings are a unique
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Double Drop Citrine & Diamond Earrings
By Kasturjewels
Located in London, W1U 2JG
Set with the most beautiful citrine stones outlined with diamonds, these earrings are so classic
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Antique Late 17th Century British Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold

John Hardy Classic Chain Earring EBP9002382DI
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Classic Chain Hammered Silver Diamond Pave (0.41ct) Square Drop Earrings John Hardy Ladies Earrings
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2010s Drop Earrings

Marco Bicego Gold Paradise Mixed Stone Drop Double Drop Earrings
By Marco Bicego
Located in Wilmington, DE
18K Yellow Gold Mixed Gemstone Double Drop Earrings. A timeless and playful Marco Bicego classic
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2010s Drop Earrings

Baguette & Round Diamond Spike Drop Earrings
By Harlin Jones
Located in Sydney, NSW
Approx 0.72ct Baguette & Round Diamond Spike Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold - Spike Earrings Elevate
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Baguette & Round Diamond Spike Drop Earrings
Baguette & Round Diamond Spike Drop Earrings
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W 0.56 in D 0.04 in L 0.87 in
John Hardy Classic Chain Earrings EB900557
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
presents these earrings. With their drop design elements, these are a pair of earrings that are made to
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2010s Drop Earrings

Pink Sapphire Baguette & Round Diamond Drop Earrings, Spike Earrings
By Harlin Jones
Located in Sydney, NSW
Weight Approx 0.64ct Pink Sapphire & Diamond Drop Earrings - Spike Earrings These imaginative spike
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These contemporary long drop earrings feature 15.90 carats of round blue sapphires accompanied by
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 3.75 in
Jarin Multicolor Oval Gemstones Drop Earrings
By JARIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Zirconia drop earrings. Platinum rhodium finished. Straight post. Marked: Jarin 1.5" Length. Timeless and
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Rhodium

Jarin Multicolor Oval Gemstones Drop Earrings
Jarin Multicolor Oval Gemstones Drop Earrings
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H 1.5 in W 0.38 in
Antique Victorian Silver Dome Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Exquisite antique silver drop earrings, featuring an intricate dome design with scalloped edges and
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

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Classic Drop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of classic drop earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Silver, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 14 vintage examples as well as 55 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Contemporary and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to classic drop earrings. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by John Hardy, Diamond Scene and MAVIADA are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 35, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and rose cut classic drop earrings for sale. Most of our classic drop earrings for sale are for women, but there are 19 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Classic Drop Earrings?

Prices for classic drop earrings start at $200 and top out at $50,600 with these earrings, on average, selling for $2,022.

Finding the Right earrings for You

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.

Questions About Classic Drop Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Geo drop earrings are drop earrings that feature a mix of geometric shapes. For example, the designs may include metal wire bent to resemble a square stacked on top of a triangle, or be set with gemstones cut into different shapes like round and pear. Because they are drop earrings, the jewelry hangs below the ear but remains stationary as you move. Explore a wide range of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    A drop earring is usually just called a drop earring. Drop is the term for an earring that hangs below the ear but doesn't swing when you move. A hanging earring that swings is a dangle earring. Some people may add a modifier to the term drop earring, such as a diamond drop or a pearl drop, depending on the materials it features. Explore an assortment of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    No, drop and dangle earrings are not the same. Although both types of earrings hang below the ear, their designs are different. Dangle earrings swing when you move, while drop earrings remain stationary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dangle and drop earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Drop earrings are simply called drop earrings. Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone. Popular in the Art Deco era, the design works well for jewelry lovers who favor a minimalist look. Formal examples with diamonds pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold ones make great daytime accessories. Find vintage drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    The difference between a drop earring and a dangle earring is how it hangs. A drop earring extends down below the earlobe but is stationary, while a pair of dangle earrings’ design allows it to swing. On 1stDibs, find a selection of earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Although opinions vary, many people say that the classic pearl earring size is 7 to 8 millimeters. At this size, pearl studs are around 0.25 inches wide. Jewelry makers offer pearl earrings in sizes as small as 2 to 3 millimeters, and you can also find pieces that are upward of 9 to 10 millimeters in diameter. Shop a wide variety of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.