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Vintage 17.50ct Pear, Round, & Baguette Diamond Chandelier Earrings White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning vintage chandelier high jewelry earrings.
Approximately 17.50 carats of pear, baguette and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 15.75ct Pear, Round, & Marquise Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18k Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning vintage chandelier high jewelry earrings.
Approximately 15.75 carats of pear, marquise and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Brass Charles Hollis Jones Jewelry or Scarf Holder
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for many items, from assorted jewelry, earrings, necklaces, scarves and ties. Reminiscent of other
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Brass
Vintage 11.95ct Pear, Round, & Baguette Diamond Chandelier Earrings Platinum
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning vintage chandelier high jewelry earrings. Circa 1960's with modernly added bottom pear
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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W 0.75 in L 2.75 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #8/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 1.5 in L 1.5 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #19/100
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.63 in L 1.25 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #13-100
By Anne Klein
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 1.25 in L 1.75 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #10/100
By St. John
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #9/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Gold Mesh Large 1980s Fashion Glam Pieced Ear Hoops PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Kenneth Jay Lane Multi-Floral Clip-On Hoops PSF Vintage Earring Collection
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #3/100
By St. John
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintge Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #12/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.63 in L 2.25 in
Palm Springs Fashsionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #2/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 1.25 in L 2.25 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #23/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #18/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #14/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Anglo-Indian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #6/100
By Escada
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #4/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Glam Rhinestone and Faux Pearl Clip-On Earrings 1990s PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.63 in L 1.13 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #20/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #1/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #15/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1950s Japanese Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Multi-Color Gemstone Clip-On Earrings by Joan Rivers PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Whimsical “Dr. Doolittle” Pierced Ear Dangle Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #21/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Lunch at the Ritz Golf Gold and Enamel Charm Earrings with Rhinestones 1990s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in San Francisco, CA
detail and beads. These over the top golf themed costume jewelry earrings feature a golf ball reading
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1990s Unknown Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Modernist 1980s Multi-Color Gemstone Clip-On Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.88 in L 1.13 in
St. John Modernist Gold Plate 1980s Clip-On Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
By St. John
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.63 in L 1.5 in
1960s Citrine & Aqua Crystal Paisley Clip-On Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.88 in L 1.25 in
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-2000 #5/100
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 1 in L 4.25 in
Large Oval 1980s Faux Pearl Clip-Ons by Napier PSF Vintage Collection
By Napier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1980s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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St. John Glam Enamel & Gold Plate Clip-On Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
By St. John
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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Vintage 1950s Multi-Color Glam Screw-Backs Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Rhinestone 1950s Designer Clip-On Dangle Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
By Henry Bogoff
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
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W 0.5 in L 2 in
Golden Lechic earrings with diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Jewelry: Earrings
Weight: 12 grams
Hallmark: 18K gold 750
Condition: Almost New
Quality is based on the
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany Co Vintage Dogwood Blossoms Ruby Yellow Gold 0.80 Inch #1076 Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
beautiful and timeless piece of jewelry that is perfect for any occasion. These earrings are made of 18k
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1960s American Retro Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.8 in W 0.7 in Dm 0.7 in L 0.8 in
Clip-On Pearl and Diamonds Vintage Earrings, Flower Peral Earrings, Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Earrings, Estate Jewelry, Earrings for Women, Estate Earrings
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Solid 18k Yellow Gold
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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
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W 0.76 in L 0.73 in
1980s Opaline Murano Italian Vide-Poche Catchall Bowl, Hollywood Regency Style
By Barovier, Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Opaline Glass.
Ideal for daily jewelry, earrings, rings, bracelets etc.
This stunning opaline glass
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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Opaline Glass
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H 0.63 in W 3.55 in D 4.81 in
Pair of Vintage Coco Chanel Clip On Earrings Costume Jewelry
By Coco Chanel
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: L: 1 3/8in W: 1 3/8in
This Pair of Vintage Coco Chanel Clip On Earrings are truly
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Metal
AIG Panther Parure Diamonds 5.79 Ct Marquise Rubies 2 Ct 18Kt Gold Set 3 Pieces
Located in Bergamo, BG
: AIG for each piece of jewelry
Earrings: Clip opening
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Welcome to our jewelry collection, where
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Panther Parure Diamonds 5.79 Ct Marquise Rubies 2 Ct 18Kt Gold Set 3 Pieces
Located in Bergamo, BG
: AIG for each piece of jewelry
Earrings: Clip opening
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Welcome to our jewelry collection, where
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Huge Rhinestone Earrings, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Prong set rhinestones in large drop earrings.
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1980s American Baroque Revival Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Lemon Drop Earrings, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Large lemon color pear shape drop earrings with a cluster of clear pear and round rhinestones.
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1970s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Vintage Pennino Dangling Earrings
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pennino Dangling Earrings. Baguette, Pear and Pave. Not Real but really look close
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Mixed Metal
"Gold" Ribbed Donut Earrings, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Nicely made goldtone ribbed donut earrings with rhinesstone detail.
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Schreiner Hematite and Lucite Earrings
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Unusual unsigned Schreiner earrings of 3D hematite paste-set flowerheads with a rose cut crystal
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Schreiner Rose Cut Paste Earrings
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Oversized foiled and rose cut pastes form these striking earrings by Schreiner NY. 1960's USA
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1960s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamonds Earrings 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
, 18K Gold earrings. These gorgeous earrings have been purchased from jewelry auction and they still
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Russian Turquoise Earrings 18K Gold USSR
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This pair of estate earrings are set with natural Russian Turquoise.
Crafted in solid 18K Yellow
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1970s Russian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dangle Diamond Earrings 14K Gold 2.08 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These estate earrings are crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed).
The
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamonds Earrings 14K Gold Retro Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These earrings are crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold.
Each earring is set with 12 diamonds.
Two
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Drop Gold Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Stylish Retro Gold Earrings. Hand crafted in 18 Karat Rose Gold. Approx. 2.3" Long
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Goldtone and Pearl Hoop Earrings, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Baroque style gold tone and graduated pearl hoop earrings with a fleur de lis type clip.
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1980s Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Natural Sapphire Earrings Drop Dangle 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Sapphire Earrings Drop Dangle 14K Gold Vintage
This vintage pair of earrings is crafted in
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle Bubbles
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle Bubbles
These beautiful and unusual earrings are
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Trillion Amethyst Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous and unusual estate pair of earrings is crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold (carefully
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Earrings 14K Gold Russian Buttercup .74cttw
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These earrings were made in Russian Federation.
Stamped 525 = 14K Yellow Gold with 14K White Gold
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1980s Russian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Carved Coral Earrings Dangle 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous vintage pair of earrings is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with genuine
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Coral Earrings 18k Gold Italy Omega Backings
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Coral Earrings 18k Gold Italy Omega Backings
This pair of estate earrings is crafted in
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage Jewelry Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of vintage jewelry earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Modern and Retro are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage jewelry earrings. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Escada are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 75, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of round cut, oval cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage jewelry earrings for sale are for women, but there are 19 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much are Vintage Jewelry Earrings?
Prices for vintage jewelry earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $152 and can go as high as $250,000, while vintage jewelry earrings, on average, fetch $875.
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 Vintage Jewelry Earrings
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- Are screw back earrings vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
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