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18 Ct White Gold 0.50 Ct Round Brilliant Diamond Stud Earrings
By David Morris
Located in London, GB
of round brilliant-cut diamonds. Each earring features a sparkling 0.50 ct diamond, meticulously
Category

2010s British Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

20.00 Ct Heart Amethyst 2.70 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
This fine pair of Diamond & Amethyst earrings are 1960 ca. Individually hand fabricated as unique
Category

Vintage 1960s European Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

22 Ct Carved Emerald & 2 Ct Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Post Earrings
Located in New York, NY
22 Ct Carved Emerald & 2 Ct Diamond Earrings Emerald Diamond Post Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Two
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century 13.0 Ct Green Tourmaline 1.0 Ct Diamond 18 KT Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
These beautiful mid-century earrings are 1950 circa, hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold
Category

Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

18 Kt. Pink Gold Earrings with 0.70 Ct Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered a pair of long 18 kt rose gold earrings with 60 brilliant-cut diamonds of approx. 0.50 ct
Category

2010s European Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Kt. Pink Gold Earrings with 0.70 Ct Diamonds
18 Kt. Pink Gold Earrings with 0.70 Ct Diamonds
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H 2.21 in W 0.99 in
18 Kt. White Gold Earrings with 0.60 Ct Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
G/VS quality in total. Total 0.60 ct G/VS. Length of the creole earrings: 15 mm Grade: 18 kt (marked
Category

2010s European Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt. White Gold Earrings with 4.00 Ct Topaz
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in good condition: 18 kt white gold earrings with princess cut topazes of approx. 4.00 ct
Category

2010s European Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt. White Gold Earrings with 4.00 Ct Topaz
18 Kt. White Gold Earrings with 4.00 Ct Topaz
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H 0.75 in W 0.28 in
Victorian 6.0 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18 Kt Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
This magnificent pair of Diamond drop earrings are Victorian era, 1870 circa Hand crafted during
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

18 Kt White Gold Diamond Chandelier Earrings Ct 3.70
Located in Cattolica, IT
Chandelier earrings in 18 Kt white gold and brilliant cut diamonds . These earrings are very
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

3.92 CT Multicoloer Sapphires 0.39 CT Diamonds 18 K Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 4.6 Grams Stone Type: 3.92 CT Natural Multicolor Sapphire & G SI2 0.39 CT
Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 kt. White Gold Tennis Earrings With 2.2 ct. Diamonds
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Tennis Earrings With 2.2 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Flower Earrings With 2.66 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. White Gold Flower Earrings With 2.66 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Tipple Circle 1.68 ct. Diamond Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning Classic 18 kt. White Gold Tipple Circle 1.68 ct. Diamond Earrings. Diamonds: Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 32.0 Ct Green Aventurine Diamond Drop Earrings 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
These gorgeous vintage drop earrings are 1940 circa Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold warm hue of
Category

Vintage 1940s European Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Aventurine, 18k Gold

Estate .90 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18 KT White Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
These lovely pair of Diamond drop earrings are 1950 ca Classy timeless style hand crafted of solid
Category

Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Nouveau 2.90 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18 KT Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding pair of long drop earrings are 1900 ca Beautifully hand crafted of solid 18 KT
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Georgian 4.50 Ct Diamond Long Pendant Earrings 18 KT/silver
Located in Napoli, IT
A Ravishing pair of Georgian period Diamond earrings, beautiful articulated workmanship, artful
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Georgian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

2.08 Ct Diamond Solitaire Target Stud Earrings 18 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Vintage Diamond target design ear studs Mid century, 1950 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold to
Category

Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

20 Ct Fine Emerald Cabochon & 4 Ct Rose Cut Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
20 Ct Fine Emerald Cabochon & 4 Ct Rose Cut Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Earrings Emerald Diamond
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.6 Ct Round Tanzanite & 3.6 Ct Rose Cut Diamond Post Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.6 Ct Round Tanzanite & 3.6 Ct Rose Cut Diamond Post Earrings in 18 Karat Gold 3.6 Ct natural
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

0, 42 ct Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant stud earrings in 18 kt white gold structure mounted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 3 Ct Ruby & 3 Ct Diamonds Square Post Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold 13.5G
Located in New York, NY
Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold 13.5 Gm This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted with 18 karat
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 6.40 Ct Diamond 18 KT Daisy Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
These superb pair of Edwardian period earrings are 1905 ca. Marvelous original mount skilfully hand
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 6.40 Ct Diamond 18 KT Daisy Earrings
Edwardian 6.40 Ct Diamond 18 KT Daisy Earrings
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H 0.71 in Dm 0.63 in
1.67 Ct 18 Karat U-Pave Set Dangling Diamond Earring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of dangling earrings is made in 18K Gold with 56 Round Brilliant Diamond Pave
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

8 Ct Oval Colombian Emerald & 2.5 Ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 18 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 8 Carat Oval Shape Natural Colombian Emerald & 2.5 ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 14
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Loop Earrings With 5.28 ct. Black Diamonds
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. White Gold Loop Earrings With 5.28 ct. Black Diamonds Material: 18 kt. white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt White Gold Black & White 3.79 Ct Diamonds Hoop Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White Gold Black & White 3,79 Ct Diamonds Hoop Earrings Amazing Big Class Hoop Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Chimento Dangle Earrings With 2.6 ct. Diamond
By Chimento
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Chimento Dangle Earrings With 2.6 ct. Diamond Diamonds: brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Chimento Dangle Earrings With 2.6 ct. Diamond
18 kt. White Gold Chimento Dangle Earrings With 2.6 ct. Diamond
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W 0.25 in D 0.26 in L 1.63 in
Yellow Gold 18 Kt, Diamonds 0.48 Ct, Onyx Elements, Dangle Earrings
Located in BARI, IT
in yellow gold 18 kt and diamonds, brilliant cut, 0.48 ct. They are very particular about the shape
Category

Early 2000s Italian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Yellow gold and enamel Earrings with 1.40 ct Diamond
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered are beautiful 18 kt gold and enamel long earrings. A unique property! Enamel is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Russian Empire Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Pendant Earrings with 1.11 ct of Diamonds in 18 Kt Gold
Located in Rome, IT
diamonds with a total weight of 1.11 ct are set. The earrings are in 18 Kt rose and white gold. Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

1.80 Ct Diamond F- G VVS Heart Stud 18 Kt Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Beautiful Diamond heart stud earrings hand crafted of solid 18 KT white god Italian origin, signed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 kt. White gold earrings with 2.50 ct Topazs and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
total approx. 0.30 ct of G/VS quality. Gold grade: 18 KT (marked) Natural topaz: 2 pc (about 1.25 ct
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chantecler 12 Ct Sapphire 22 Ct Diamond VS/E-F Color Ring & Earring Set 18 KYG
By Chantecler
Located in New York, NY
, Earring Set 18 Karat Yellow Gold Total 3 sapphires in earrings and ring. 12 Carat blue Sapphire
Category

20th Century Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Kt. White Gold Earrings with 6.02 Ct Aquamarine and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
) 2 pieces oval faceted aquamarines total 6.02ct. Natural diamonds : 0.55 ct F/G/VS/SI Earrings
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 18 mm Height 0.36 CT Diamonds Hoop Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 18 mm Width: 3.6 mm Metal:14K Yellow Gold
Category

2010s American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco 1.18 Ct Old European Diamond 18 KT Stud Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
These lovely pair of late Art Deco Diamond studs are 1935 ca They have four prongs hand crafted 18
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

0, 26 ct Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Light-Point Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful light-point earrings in 18 kt white gold structure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0, 26 ct Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Light-Point Earrings
0, 26 ct Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Light-Point Earrings
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W 0.12 in Dm 0.12 in L 0.12 in
16 Ct Natural Burma Ruby & 10 Ct Diamond Hanging/Drop Earrings 18 Kt Gold 35 Gm
Located in New York, NY
16 Ct Natural Burma Ruby & 10 Ct Diamond Hanging/Drop Earrings 18 Kt Gold 35 Gm This exquisite
Category

Early 2000s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Gorgeous Loop Earrings in 18 kt. Yellow gold with 1.43 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Loop Earrings in 18 kt. Yellow gold with 1.43 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. White Gold Chopard Chandelier Earrings With approx. 28.56 ct. Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
A Spectacular Pair of Grand 18 kt. White Gold Chopard Chandelier Earrings With approx.. 28.56 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Lobe Earrings 4.27 Ct Sapphires & 3.13 Ct White Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
Lobe earrings made of 18kt white gold with natural brilliant-cut diamonds for ct.3.16 and briole
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.75 Ct Yellow Sapphire 18 K Yellow Gold Earrings
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
Earrings are like a perfect spice. They always compliment what is already there. These 0.75 Ct
Category

2010s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Hoop Earrings with Diamonds Ct 0.79.Gold 18 Kt, Made in Italy
Located in Rome, IT
. Total diamond weight: ct. 0.75 Total weight of 18 Kt gold: 10.1 grams •THE MANUFACTURE IS MADE IN ITALY
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Green Tourmaline Baroque 7.93 Ct Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Spectrum Earrings
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Green Tourmaline Baroque 7.93 Ct Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Spectrum Earrings Gorgeous and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

5 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald Earring & 2 Ct Diamond , Rose cut Diamond Earring
Located in New York, NY
5 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald cut Emerald Earring & 2 Ct Diamond , Rose cut Diamond Earring This
Category

2010s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

1.70 Ct. Marquise & Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. Marquise & Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings, meticulously crafted in luxurious 18 karat white gold. Each facet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 1.20 Ct G VVS/VS Diamond Lapis Drop 18 Kt Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
: 18 Kt white gold, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 20 brilliant cut diamonds totaling approx 1.20 Ct
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Helical-Shaped Earrings with 1.40 ct of Diamonds. Gold 18 kt White
Located in Rome, IT
number of diamonds: N° 182 Total weight of the diamonds: 1.40 ct. The earrings are in 18 Kt white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.52 Ct Emerald Peridot 18 K Yellow Gold Earrings
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
These earrings is where the iconic Art Deco meets contemporary jewelry. These elegant 18 K yellow
Category

2010s Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 22.00 Ct Natural Emerald Old Mine Diamond 18 Kt Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
period of solid 18 KT white gold They contain 22.00 Ct of Emeralds altogether – natural untreated
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diamonds ct 1.54. Earrings in 18 Kt White Gold. Made in Italy
Located in Rome, IT
hole in the lobe. The earrings are in 18 kt white gold. Their manufacturing is made in Italy Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Loop Earrings With 3.14 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Loop Earrings With 3.14 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: brilliant cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Clover Earrings with 1.75 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. White Gold Clover Earrings with 1.75 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Clover Earrings with 1.75 ct. Diamonds
18 kt. White Gold Clover Earrings with 1.75 ct. Diamonds
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W 0.71 in D 0.44 in L 1.11 in
Natural Diamond 0.17 ct 18 karat white Gold Classic Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Solitaire Cluster Stud earrings are perfectly balanced pieces that announce your sense of
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2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Harakh GIA Certified 8.75 CT Colorless Diamond 18 KT Raindrop Dangling Earrings
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
These simple yet sophisticated diamond earrings are studded with 12 round, 10 baguette and 20 pear
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2010s Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luxurious 18 kt. Gold Earrings with 2.24 ct Natural Diamond - GIA Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
2.01 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Earrings These beautiful earrings feature a dazzling 2.01 carat
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2010s Israeli Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.15 Ct. Baguette & Round Diamond Dangle Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 7.14 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.15 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Earrings Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.9 Ct Baguette Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Wt. :- 3.90 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Earrings Size :- 48 mm approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Dangle Earrings Set With 3.6 ct. White & Cognac Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Luxurious 18 kt. White Gold Dangle Earrings Set With 3.6 ct. White Diamonds and Cognac Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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18 Ct Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 18 ct earrings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 424 vintage editions and 1821 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of 18 ct earrings bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. LB Exclusive, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Alexander Beverly Hills each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1783 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, oval cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of 18 ct 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 18 Ct Earrings?

On average, 18 ct earrings at 1stDibs sell for $4,500, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,150,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 18 Ct Earrings
  • 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.