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Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

Drop Down Link Diamond Earrings 0.46 carats in 18 K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite drop-down earrings boast a breathtaking arrangement of white round diamonds
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Tanzanite Gold Drop Pendant Hand Made Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
18 K All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will
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Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Opal, Tanzanite, Gold

Vintage 1950s 2.76 Carat Diamond and White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. These impressive antique drop earrings are
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20th Century Portuguese Georgian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 1950s 2.76 Carat Diamond and White Gold Drop Earrings
Vintage 1950s 2.76 Carat Diamond and White Gold Drop Earrings
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H 0.25 in W 0.74 in L 1.5 in
Art Deco 3.65 Carat Total Weight Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, SI clarity. Crafted in platinum with 18 karat yellow gold earring backs. Circa 1930. The earrings are
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1930s Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Old-cut diamond earrings, 1.20ct, Scandinavia, first half of the 20th ce
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old classic earrings on hooks made of 18-carat white gold A beautiful, timeless, classic form of
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1930s Scandinavian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Zambian Emerald Amethyst Earrings 18K Gold, 1975
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Amethyst dangle earrings. Set in solid 18 K Yellow Gold. Just an amazing item with beautiful coloration
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1970s Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Emerald, 18k Gold

Opulent GIA Sapphire Shield Platinum Ear Clips
Located in METAIRIE, LA
From our Beverly Hills Estate Collection, these Sapphire & Diamond Earrings feature a total of 18
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1950s Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

110 Carat Tear Drop Green Tourmaline and 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
110 Carat Tear Drop Green Tourmaline & 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Karat white Gold This
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

15 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Hanging /Cocktail/Drop Earring 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
15 Carat blue Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Hanging/Cocktail Earring 18 Karat White Gold. perfect
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

White Diamonds, 40 Carat South Sea Pearls, 18 Karat Gold Clip-On/Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing pair of clip-on/drop earrings in 18k white gold
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1980s Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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

45 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and 28 Carat Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Karat Gold, Bridal
Located in New York, NY
45 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and 28 Carat Diamond Necklace Suite 18 K Gold, Bridal This bridal suite
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Dangle Drop Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 20.68 Ctw In Diamonds And Carved Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle drop earrings with natural gemstones. Gorgeous dangle earrings, created in the antique
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1990s Italian Modernist Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Hoop Diamond Earring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpel Vintage Diamond Hoop Earrings with Lever Backs Crafted in 18 k Yellow Gold and
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1960s French Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Agate, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold

Kutchinsky Fancy Color Diamond Cluster Earrings, English, 1972
By Kutchinsky
Located in London, GB
Kutchinsky fancy colour diamond cluster earrings. A matching pair, set to center with a round
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1970s English Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold

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Tiffany & Co Picasso 18K Gold Hammered Circles Dangle Earrings
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bellmore, NY
Enter the realm of artistic elegance with the Tiffany & Co. Picasso 18K Gold Hammered Circles Dangle Earrings—a stunning embodiment of creativity and craftsmanship. Crafted under the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold

Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany& Co "X" Kiss Earring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
From Paloma Picasso collection "X" Kiss shape Earring Material 18K Yellow Gold Dimension 7mm X 7.6mm Earring Weight 1.6gr total Condition New, never worn Retail Price: $495 Come...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pellini Gold Tone and Cream Tear Drop Clip On Statement Earrings, Italy 1980s
By Pellini
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage Pellini clip on gold tone earrings, featuring long striated cream resin tear drops. They are in very good condition, with a few marks. Measuring length 6.7cm / 2.64...
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1980s Italian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold X Earrings Extra Large
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold X Earrings Extra Large Metal: 18K yellow gold Measurement: 33mm(1.3") long x 22mm(0.87") wide, extra large size Weight: 11.20 grams Hallmark: ©...
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1980s American Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold X Earrings Large
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold X Earrings Large Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 10.10 grams Measurement: 27mm long x 21mm wide, LARGE size Hallmark: ©Paloma Picasso TIFFANY&C...
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2010s American Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Biscayne Square Drop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Biscayne Square Drop Earrings Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 8.50 grams Measurement: 17mm long x 11mm wide Hallmark: T&Co. 750 ©2001 ITALY Limited edition, ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

Tiara Convertible En Tremblant Flower Diamond Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Tiara convertible En Tremblant Flower Diamond Brooch on Silver and Gold. French marks. Late 19th Century. Tiara frame in titanium flexible and adaptable to all sizes. Lengt...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Signature 'X' Omega Back Stud Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in the iconic elegance of these Tiffany & Co. gold earrings, a dazzling expression of timeless sophistication crafted in lustrous 18 karat yellow gold. The signature 'X' desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Citrine Earrings Paloma Picasso Collection 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Brand: Tiffany & Co Collection: Paloma Picasso Gemstones: Citrine Total Carat Weight: 12 Carats Gemstone Cut: Cushion It comes with the Tiffany & Co Pouch and the Authenticity Certif...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.43 Carat Fancy Pink and Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A turn-of-the-century pink and white diamond ring, the natural fancy pink pear-shaped diamond weighing 1.43 carats (HRD Report ), set within two white and one yellow brilliant-cut di...
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Late 19th Century British Belle Époque Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

VERSUS by GIANNI VERSACE Vintage Gold Tone Lion Head Dangling Earrings
By Versus
Located in Nice, FR
VERSUS by GIANNI VERSACE vintage gold tone lion head dangling earrings (clip-on). Embossed VERSUS Made in Italy. Indicative measurements : height approx. 8.5 cm (3.35 inches) / max...
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20th Century Italian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Bulgari Yellow Gold and Pearl Double Hoop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- 18 karat yellow gold - 6.5- 7 mm round cultured pearls Hallmarks: BA17102, BVLGARI, 750 Total weight: 21.9 grams Measurements: length 0.75”, width 0.5”
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1980s Italian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Pink Opal Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Pink Opals 6 cts approx Diamonds 0.40 ct approx One of a kind Designed to evoke both timeless sophistication and modern vibrancy, these one-of-a-kind earrings boast...
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2010s American Contemporary Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Opal, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Pink Opal Earrings with Diamonds
Syna Pink Opal Earrings with Diamonds
W 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in L 1.07 in
Art Nouveau Genuine Opal Cabochon and Rhinestone Drop Screwback Earrings, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Neither buttons or dangles, these luminous earrings feature an inverted “V” of rhinestones punctuated by a perfect 12 mm opal cabochon. Petite yet statement-making and thoroughly mes...
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1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Opal, Base Metal

Art Deco Chinese Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Art Deco Chinese blue glass earrings set in silver from the 1920's. Screw back fittings with bezel set drops and filigree floral caps. Excellent condition. 2.25" x .5".
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Silver

Art Deco Chinese Drop Earrings
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Pomelatto 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Cornaline Drop Earrings
By Pomellato
Located in London, GB
Pendant earrings in 18 K yellow gold with Cornaline drops by Pomelatto Signed "Pomelatto' and with
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1980s Italian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

3.06 Carat Old European Cut Diamonds Gold Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum and 18 karat yellow gold vintage style drop earrings consisting of 1 Old European cut
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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

Turquoise and Diamond Fowler Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The turquoise and diamond earring are a 18 k designed in flower shape
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1980s Italian Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

18 K Gold, Diamond and Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of drop earrings in 18 k Gold with a row of Emeralds stacked vertically
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1980s American Modern Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco diamond platinum and gold drop earrings circa 1930. The articulated, open work designs are
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1930s Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond South Sea pearls and gold drop earrings circa 1970. The articulated designs feature a pair
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1970s Contemporary Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Diamond & Yellow Gold Drop Earrings by Lapponia, 1980s
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
crafted in 18 k yellow gold with an 18 k white gold setting. The earrings have a naturalistic textured
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1980s Finnish Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.26 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
grading report card. Condition These stunning drop earrings are excellent quality, set with impressive
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1930s Unknown Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1930s 2.22 Carat Diamond and White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold, platinum set drop earrings; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections These
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1930s Unknown Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rose-cut diamonds and old mine-cut diamonds silver gold vintage earrings. Circa 1930s * ABOUT
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1930s Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Katherine Jetter Convertible Drop Earrings 18Kt Gold 36.32 Cts Opal & Mandarine
By Katherine Jetter
Located in Miami, FL
butterfly backs. The drop parts are able to dismount to convert the earrings into day or night. Embellished
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1990s American Modernist Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Opal, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 21.10 Carats Green Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Earrings have a cluster diamond surmount featuring mixed cushion cut diamonds. Weighing in total
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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

18 Carat Yellow White Gold 0.50 Carat Fancy Cut Diamond Vintage Stud Earrings
Located in Hamilton, AU
Lovingly crafted in 18 carat yellow and white gold, these gorgeous vintage earrings, Circa 1980s
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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

1970s Gold Reverso Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18 K, double M. (backs 14K)
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1970s Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold

1970s Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Garnet, Peridot, Citrine Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive multi gemstone earrings have been crafted in 18 k yellow gold. The earrings have a simple yet
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tourmaline Diamond Convertible Ear Pendants by Grima
By Andrew Grima
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 k gold earrings featuring sliced and polished watermelon tourmaline enhanced by green tourmaline
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1970s British Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Tourmaline, Diamond, Base Metal, 18k Gold

Dramatic French Greek-Key Design Earpendants
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 k gold stylized, greek-key design earpendants with French export marks. 3-9/16 in length. Weight
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1970s French Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

70 Ct Pear Shape Emerald & 35 Ct Diamond Necklace & Earring Bridal Suite 18 K G
Located in New York, NY
70 Ct Pear Shape Emerald and 35 Ct Diamond Necklace and Earring Bridal Suite This spectacular
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Turquoise Fleur de Lis Drop Earrings 18 K Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Long Dangle
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of estate fleur de lis turquoise drop earrings, crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Drop, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle/ Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Classic retrò dangle / drop earrings in 18 kt yellow gold mounted with a turquoise drop as pendant
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.6 Carat Tanzanite & Diamond Hanging/Cocktail Drop Earring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
5.6 Carat Round Tanzanite and Diamond Hanging or Cocktail Earring 18 Karat White Gold perfect pair
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold

Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retrò Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Elegant retrò earrings in 18 kt yellow gold structure
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Coral, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Elegant and amazing dangle earrings in 18 kt white gold
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Turquoise, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Simple Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Very elegant and beautiful earrings realized in 18K yellow gold and mounted with 1.10 g of natural
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.6 Carat Tanzanite & Diamond Hanging/Cocktail Drop Earring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
5.6 Carat Round Tanzanite and Diamond Hanging or Cocktail Earring 18 Karat White Gold perfect pair
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20th Century Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Pink Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant dangle earrings in 18 kt yellow gold mounted with, in the upper part, a pink coral oval and
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.3 Ct Emerald Drops, 5.10 Ct White Diamonds, 18 Karat Gold Level-Back Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
message center. Unique and elegant pair of level-back/hoop drop shape earrings realized in 18K white gold
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1980s Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Fancy Pink Yellow & White Diamonds GIA Certified 18-K Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These exquisite pendant earrings are crafted in a combination of solid 18K yellow, white and rose
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1990s American Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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

Art Deco GIA 3.25 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Drop Hanging 18 Karat Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A sleek and sexy pair of ART DECO Diamond Drop Earrings with bright and sparkling Old European
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1930s Art Deco Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Red Coral Buttons and Drops, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On/Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing retrò syle clip-on/drop earrings realized in 18K
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1970s Retro Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHANEL 18 Kt Quilted drop earrings
By Chanel
Located in Cloverdale, CA
/> Stamped on the back 20 K, and 750, see close ups in photos. These earrings are lightweight
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1990s French Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

Marina B Multi-Gem Diamond Gold "Pneu" Drop Earrings
By Marina B
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of Marina B "Pneu" 18 k yellow gold drop earrings set with Diamonds yellow Citrine ,Onyx
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings

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Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, Aquamarine, 18k Gold

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Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage 18 k drop earrings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our selection of items includes 226 vintage examples as well as 38 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage 18 k drop earrings to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary vintage 18 k drop earrings are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier and Intini Jewels are consistently popular. Browse our collection of 107 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, pear cut and oval cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage 18 k drop earrings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Vintage 18 K Drop Earrings?

Prices for vintage 18 k drop earrings start at $150 and top out at $210,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $4,499.

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.