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What is a French wire in earrings?

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What is a French wire in earrings?
French wire in earrings is a type of back that features a curved hook that goes through your ear. The hook is open at the back, and the earring can sit on the earlobe without an earring back.
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Ivanka Trump South Sea Pearl & Natural Diamond French Wire Earrings In Stock
By Ivanka Trump
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Ivanka Trump 18k White Gold South Sea Pearl & Natural Diamond French Wire Earrings Designer
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Amethyst Octagon Earring With Diamond On French Wire Earrings
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
of brilliance. Suspended from graceful French wires, the design moves with subtle fluidity and light
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

55 Ct Carved Emerald Leaf Shape Earrings 14 Kt Yellow Gold French Wire Earring
Located in New York, NY
55 Ct Carved Emerald Leaf Shape Earrings 14 Kt Yellow Gold French Wire Earring Emerald Post
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Small Lantern Akoya Pearl French Wire Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Warmth joins elegance in these drop earrings. 18k yellow gold bars form the shape of an antique
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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Doppio Black Onyx Rope French Wire Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Black onyx and gold are beaming pairs for these earrings. Descending from French hooks, 18k yellow
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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leon Mege Art Deco Style Black Pearl and Diamonds French Wire Earrings
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Sea pearls The earrings are approx. 60 mm (2 1/4") in length Diamond studied French wire
Category

2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum

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Roman Malakov 1.42 Carats Total Round Cut Diamond Five-Row Hoop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent pair of fashion earrings, featuring five eccentric rows with two rows encrusted with round cut diamonds set on a micropavé and bezel settings made of 18K white gold. Up...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 6.15 Carat Mixed Cut Diamond and Emerald Drop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of earrings features two oval cut yellow diamonds weighing 6.15 carats total, accented by twelve round brilliant cut Colombian emeralds weighing 3.11 carats total,...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Rare 1987 Patek Philippe Nautilus Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Ref. 4700/104
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This 1987 Patek Philippe Nautilus is a stunning and sophisticated ladies’ watch crafted from 18k yellow gold. Adorned with factory-set diamonds and rubies, and powered by a Quartz mo...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Piaget Dancer Opal and Onyx Unisex Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite wristwatch created by Piaget, showcasing a gorgeous opal, onyx, and diamond dial. Finely made of 18K yellow gold and 8 inches in length. This timepiece has a quartz move...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold

Computer Dial Rolex Datejust in 18k Two-Tone, Ref. No. 116203
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A classic Rolex Datejust (116203), featuring a champagne dial adorned with diamond hour markers. Crafted in 18K yellow gold and stainless steel, this two-tone timepiece is paired wit...
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2010s British Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Roman Malakov 2.04 Carat Round Cut Diamond Floral Swirl Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A unique pendant necklace showcasing a swirl and floral design, encrusted with round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.04 carats, set in a pavé style. Finely crafted in 18k black rho...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium

Roman Malakov 2.24 Carat Oval Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite piece, showcasing a drop pendant with a 2.24 carat oval-cut pink sapphire. Surrounding the pink sapphire are beautiful swirl and scroll motifs set with 1.95 carats of di...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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