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18K White Gold 1960s Bezel Set Jade Lever Back Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
- 18K white gold - Bezel set 10.8mmx7.8mm Jade - Lever-back design - 3.33 grams - 1960s This
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Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Tear Drop Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
unique pairing. 18k yellow gold lever backs with pave set diamonds glitter white light, while joining the
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2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Tear Drop Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Tear Drop Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
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W 0.62 in D 0.62 in L 1.22 in
Diamond and Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings, French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful French-designed 18K yellow gold retro ear climber diamond angel wing earrings. The
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Dazzling 0.80ct Ruby and Diamond Lever-back Earrings set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Introducing our stunning 18K Yellow Gold Earring, a captivating blend of elegance and luxury. This
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2010s Singaporean Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Baguette 1.97 Carat Set in 18k White Gold Drop Earrings Lever Back
Located in New York, NY
design that highlights their inherent beauty. The piece is meticulously handcrafted from 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unheated Pink Sapphire Lever Back Earrings
Located in Singapore, SG
occasions. Featuring a hinged lever in the closure mechanism, they provide a secure clasp at the back. Set
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unheated Pink Sapphire Lever Back Earrings
Unheated Pink Sapphire Lever Back Earrings
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W 0.6 in L 0.15 in
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Vintage Pierced Lever Back Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
lever back pierced. They are a beautiful combination of both brushed or burnished gold with polished
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Vintage Pierced Lever Back Earrings
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Vintage Pierced Lever Back Earrings
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H 1.5 in W 1.25 in D 0.25 in L 1.5 in
French 1900s Jet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique earrings
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1950s Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming lever- back
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

20th Century Peridot 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever-back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat yellow gold. These sleeper earrings form a gold hoop topped
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Earing
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
Classic on the ear, Pyramid style earrings. Handmade in 18 karat yellow gold. Casual or elegant
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

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Yellow Gold

20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat yellow gold. These high quality antique earrings are of the
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 1900s, Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Pair of earrings in 18 karat rose gold, horse head hallmark. Charming lever- back
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Italian 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Pierced Lever Back Dome Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
These gorgeous and arresting pair of white pave diamond dome lever back pierced earrings have quite
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

2.465Carat Morganite Lever Back Earring in 18Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
made in Rose Gold and present a classic yet elegant look. Morganite Lever Back Earring in 18Karat Rose
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 19th Century Blue Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Antique lever- back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 19th Century Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique lever- back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 19th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Small antique lever- back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

French 20th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique lever- back
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever-Back Daisy Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat rose gold, and silver, mixed hallmark. Important lever-back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

French 19th Century Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever-Back Star Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Feminine antique earrings
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.70
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Dangle Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.70
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Emerald Yellow Gold Lever-Back Dangle Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.70
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Pink Sapphire 18 Karat yellow Gold Platinum Lever Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Charming lever-back earrings
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

French, 19th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, horse head hallmark. Antique earrings, in the
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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Blue Sapphire White Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Dangle Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold...

Art Deco Style White Old European Cut Diamond White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 18K White Gold. These Earrings have 0.35
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Old European Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style White Old European Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

White Diamond Ruby Aquamarine Turquoise Enamel Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
and 18K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.06 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gol...

Art Deco Style White Old European Cut Diamond White Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings are made of 18K White Gold. These Earrings have 0.90 Carats of Central White Old
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 0.20 Carat White Diamond Onyx White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings are made of 18K White Gold. These Earrings have 0.20 Carats of White Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 1.23 Carat White Diamond White Gold Handcraft Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. These Earrings are made of 18K White Gold. These Earrings have 0.93 Carats
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.15
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.15
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.15
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.15
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

French, 20th Century Rose Cut Diamonds Daisy Shaped Lever Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Delightful antique diamond
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Blue Sapphire White Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
are available also in 9, 14 or 18K White or Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.30 Carats of White Rose
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...

Art Deco Style Ruby White Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
are available also in 9, 14 or 18K White or Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.30 Carats of White Rose
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style 0.60 Carat Ruby Turquoise Enamel Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
and 18K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.60 Carats of Rubies. These Earrings have Enamel. These
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Unique gold diamond earings with safe continental lock
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Elegant fully hand made 18 carat yellow gold earrings , each set with one round brilliant cut
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2010s Australian Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Peridot Sapphire Earings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
evoke a sense of joy and vitality, which entertain your eyes and elevate your fashion and mood. 18 K
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Peridot Sapphire Earings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
evoke a sense of joy and vitality, which entertain your eyes and elevate your fashion and mood. 18 K
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Peridot, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Amethyst Sapphire Earings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colours to your everyday fashion. 18K Gold Earrings Weight 5.91g , 2pc-Amethyst, oval- 4.33 ct; 2pc
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Sapphire, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moi Anant Gold Ruby and Uncut Diamond Ear Tops
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(22K) : 0.53g Gold(18K) : 9.25g Uncut Diamond/Vilandi/Polki: 0.06ct Gemstones : Ruby and Rutile
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

1960's Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Ear Crawler Leverback Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1960's diamond leaf motif earrings handcrafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold. The earrings
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Nest Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
and nested in another set of gold wires. It's made for everyday wear with an ear clip that's gentle on
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose Gold Nest Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
and nested in another set of gold wires. It's made for everyday wear with an ear clip that's gentle on
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Yellow Gold Nest Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
and nested in another set of gold wires. It's made for everyday wear with an ear clip that's gentle on
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Coin Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
pierced ears with a lever back.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Nest Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
linked and nested in another set of gold wires. It's made for everyday wear with an ear clip that's
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Metal x Wire 'Diamond Ear Wrap Earring' in 18kt Yellow Gold with 1.19 ct Diamond
Located in Davenport, FL
embodiment of elegance and contemporary design. Meticulously handcrafted from the finest 18K yellow gold
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2010s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian French 18K gold diamond earrings
Located in Versailles, FR
French eagle’s head hallmark for 18K gold and a maker’s mark on each side. They have the lever back
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Swirl Earrings in 18K Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Houston, TX
Van Cleef & Arpels earrings in 18K yellow gold with a swirl pattern. These are for pierced ears
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Late 20th Century French Lever-Back Earrings

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18k Gold

Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold and 18k White Gold Earrings Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage 0.16 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white
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Vintage 1960s Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Turquoise and Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
18K yellow gold earrings featuring oval turquoise stones accented by pavé round diamonds. There
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Late 20th Century Unknown Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

18K Gold Turquoise and Diamond Flower Earrings
18K Gold Turquoise and Diamond Flower Earrings
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W 1.25 in L 1.63 in
18K Gold Earrings, by Angela Cummings, circa 1989.
By Angela Cummings
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold. These earrings are 1.25 inches long and .75 inches wide. Each earring is signed
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

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18k Gold

Earrings with carnelian and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold earrings set with carnelian and brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 0.25ct in
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2010s Dutch Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Earings 18k Gold Lever Back For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the earings 18k gold lever back you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect earings 18k gold lever back may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic earings 18k gold lever back over the years, but those made by Yvonne Leon, Intini Jewels and Barry Kieselstein-Cord are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any earings 18k gold lever back from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a earings 18k gold lever back for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Earings 18k Gold Lever Back?

Prices for a earings 18k gold lever back can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $463 and can go as high as $48,860, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,000.

Finding the Right lever-back-earrings for You

Ear piercing is very popular everywhere in today’s world. As a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a dependable pair of earrings. Modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings — you can’t go wrong with this must-have accessory. For hundreds of years, lever-back earrings have been a part of this category of alluring jewelry.

The ancient Greeks fashioned earrings from gold that had a similar snapping mechanism to modern-day lever-back earrings. Lever-back earrings, as we know them, have come in and out of fashion over the decades, such as in the Georgian era. The lever back used on earrings in Europe eventually made its way across the Atlantic to jewelry design in the United States.

These accessories are typically thought of as the most reliable and safest way to wear earrings, so they are perfect for larger pieces with multiple stones. Famous jewelers such as Natkina and Tiffany & Co. have crafted gorgeous lever-back earrings for their collections over the years.

Vintage lever-back earrings range in style and appearance and are a charming addition to any wardrobe. Who doesn’t love the finishing touch that earrings can provide for one’s ensemble? A good pair of lever-back earrings can be more eye-catching than a bracelet: Even the most beautiful bangle can be overlooked on the wrist, while earrings, worn on either side of your face, are almost guaranteed to be noticed.

Find a variety of contemporary and antique lever-back earrings designed in styles to match any jewelry collection on 1stDibs.

Questions About Earings 18k Gold Lever Back
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.