18k 15 Inch Hoop
18k Yellow and White Gold Lattice Work Hoop Earrings with Diamonds by Sabbadini
By Sabbadini
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely and tasteful pair of 18k yellow and white gold hoop earrings were designed and
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
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W 0.5 in L 0.95 in
Tacori Sky Blue Topaz Hoops, Beads & Crescents, Sterling Silver and 18K Gold LV
By Tacori
Located in Austin, TX
. Whether someone sees these beauties from the front or side, they will adore them! The hoops are 0.59 inch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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H 0.6 in W 0.6 in
Chimento Round Diamonds Hoop Earrings in 18kt White Gold
By Chimento
Located in San Diego, CA
CHIMENTO Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings
Style: Huggie
Metal: 18kt White Gold
Size / Measurements
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2010s Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Gold Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
. They are half an inch wide and 15/16" long.
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Gold Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
. They are half an inch wide and 15/16" long.
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bulgari Two-Color Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A chic pair of Bulgari two-color 18 karat gold earclips featuring 24 round diamonds totaling
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
12 Strand Braided & Spun Roberto Coin Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamond Strips
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Clarity. Ideal for wear during the day or into the evening. The pair Measures 15/16 inch long by 1/2 inch
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.5 in L 0.94 in
18K White gold Three Balls Necklace with Green, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphire 4.18 ct
Diamond 0.91 ct H VS quality
The length is 16.5 inches but you can use as 15 inches,16
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K White gold Three Balls Necklace with Orange, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphire 4.13 ct
Diamond 0.96 ct H VS quality
The length is 16.5 inches but you can use as 15 inches,16
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hera’s Eye Rubellite Tourmaline with Diamonds Necklace in Gold in stock
Located in London, GB
, it comes with an 18-inch chain that features a hoop at the 15-inch mark approximately and this
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.44 in W 0.63 in
Bulgari Pair of Two-Color Gold and Diamond Earclips
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Pair of Two-Color Gold and Diamond Earclips
18 kt., the tapered hoops of alternating yellow
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Muzo Colombian Emerald Mahenge Spinel White Diamond Charm Earrings
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
, making these earrings suitable for extended wear.
Charms:
18K White Gold 15 g ( and a tiny rose gold
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2010s Belgian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
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W 0.57 in D 0.23 in L 1.14 in
.36 Carat Natural Diamonds 3D "X" Wrap Tubular Hinge Link Necklace 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
tube: 3.5 Inch.
Total length lay flat: 15 inch.
Estimated wearable length: 16.25 inch.
Comfortable
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2010s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
George Weil 1960 Brutalist Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold Diamonds And Corals
By George Weil
Located in Miami, FL
of 18 karats with textured finish. It is fitted at the reverse with double pin bars, a hinge and a
Category
Vintage 1960s English Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold Coral Pearl Wide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold 5 row coral bead bracelet. Corals are approx. 9.5-10mm, pearls on the clasp. Bracelet is 7.5" long + 1 1/4" long chain extension. tested 18k. Weight 101.7 grams.
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20th Century More Bracelets
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold
Antique RD Coral & 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- 14 karat yellow gold
- Cabochon coral, approx 15.20 mm
- Featuring chain finish bracelet
- Boxed in clasp closure with safety chain
Total weight is 37.4 grams.
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Early 20th Century Victorian Chain Bracelets
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bijoux Num Clover Pattern Star Shape Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num clover pattern star shape vermeil earrings
These beautiful pair of earrings feature 16pcs of round simulated diamond handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil sterling silver wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Exquisitely Crafted Italian 18K Yellow Gold, Lapis Lazuli, and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very stylish 18k yellow gold, Lapis-Lazuli and diamond vintage Italian creation is comprised of a center line of nine round brilliant cut diamonds, flanked on both sides by larg...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Heidi Daus Signed Designer Coral Black Beads and Crystal Bangle Bracelet
By Heidi Daus
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Signed Heidi Daus Designer Coral, Black Beads and Sparkling Crystal Gold tone Tassel Drop Bangle Bracelet. This Exquisitely Fabulous Bracelet measures appro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bangles
Materials
Coral, Crystal, Gold Plate
Stunning Triple Oval Blue Topaz, Citrine, Prasiolite Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval genuine blue topaz, citrine, prasiolite adorned with round white topaz, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. ...
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2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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H 0.69 in W 0.69 in Dm 0.69 in
Bueche Girod Diamond Gold Coral Wristwatch
By Bueche Girod
Located in New York, NY
18k gold lady's wrist watch by Bueche Girod, case decorated with coral and diamonds. Manual wind movement. Case is 25mm x 25mm. Leather band is 6.5" long, with gold plated buckle (no...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold
MS Diamond & Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings
Located in New York, NY
14kt Yellow Gold Omega Back Earrings with Posts. Set with clean, full cut white Diamonds. Earrings are moveable & sway as you move. Ca 1980.
Approximately 3 carats
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Genuine Oval Peridot and Cushion-cut Amethyst Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings features a pair of genuine oval green peridot with cushion-cut amethyst, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The green and purple...
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2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Peridot, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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H 0.75 in W 0.5 in
Stunning Triple Oval Turquoise Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut turquoise adorned with round simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated sterling silver. The turquoise s...
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2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
1980s Christian Dior Blue Stone Dial Quartz Watch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Christian Dior quartz watch, blue stone round face, Roman numbers, gold tone, water resistant, original blue leather strap signed Dior
Condition: very good vintage, 1980s, ...
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Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Vintage Cartier Full Diamond Love Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic pair of vintage Cartier diamond Love hoop earrings set in 18k white gold.
The earrings are set in the iconic Cartier Love design, a firm favourite of many! The earrings ar...
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Early 2000s Modern Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver Cuff Coral & Turquoise BRACELET Totem NAVAJO
Located in Wallkill, NY
Early Navajo Bracelet, workmanship is outstanding with a Huge Turquoise center with coral accents. Measuring 2.71 top to bottom - 2.08 wide - 1.10 opening, has a bit of give, will ...
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Vintage 1960s American Native American Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s 14K Gold Pearl Clip On Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing a pair of vintage earrings that embody the essence of timeless beauty and sophistication. The 1970s 14K Gold Pearl Clip-On Stud Earrings are a symbol of classic elegance,...
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Couture 1920s Chanel Rousselet Hearts Camellia Metallic Glass Bracelet & Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Gabriel "Coco" Chanel's earliest fashion motifs of camellias, hearts, and topaz are combined in this Art-Deco period tightly silk-strung metallic-glass couture set of mixed-bead saut...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Silver, Brass, Copper
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H 13 in W 1.5 in D 0.13 in Dm 9 in L 26 in
Prescott 14k gold, Turquoise Button, Cowboy Aesthetic, Statement
By Sherman Jewelry
Located in Greeneville, TN
Discover our handcrafted earrings by silversmith Rob Sherman. These earrings feature cowboy and bohochic aesthetics. Perfect for those who appreciate a blend of traditional and moder...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Stud Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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H 3 in W 3.5 in D 3 in Dm 7.5 in
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18K Diamond In/Out Hoop Earrings White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond In/Out Hoop Earrings in 18K White Gold. (20) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 4.0
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2010s Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
64 Facets 5.50 Carat Scallop Rose Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in Rose Gold
By 64 Facets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
set in 18K Rose Gold. Twisted posts ensure that the hoops remain forward-facing so that every diamond
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Baroque Cultured Pearls CZ 18k Rose Gold Plated 925 Silver Hoop Earrings
By Lucy de la Vega
Located in Coral Gables, FL
21 mm that hang from 18 k rose gold plated tube and 18k 925 rose gold sterling silver cubic zirconia
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2010s American Modern Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Zircon, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, ...
18K Two Tone Gold Necklace, Bracelet and Ring Convertible Jewelry Suite
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
,
forming a 15 inch necklace, weight 57.23 grams; (1) matching 18k two tone link, 7 inch bracelet, weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow and White Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Articulating 18 Karat yellow gold hoop earrings suspending gently bombé concentric navette pendants
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold 15 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
"Roberto Coin 18K White Gold 15 Carat Diamond Pave Set Hoop Earrings.
Designed for non-pierced
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20th Century Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Hoops in 18K White Gold Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
(VVS). These new hoops are well made with a locking mechanism for security. They are 15/16 inches and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Hoops in 18k White Gold Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
(VVS). These new hoops are well made with a locking mechanism for security. They are 15/16 inches and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
0.61ctw Sapphire Diamond Mini Huggie Hoop Earrings, 18K WhiteGold, Length 3/8 In
Located in McLeansville, NC
huggie hoop earrings. Made with 18K white gold, these earrings feature a stunning combination of
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1990s Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.25 in L 0.38 in
David Webb Diamond Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Dallas, TX
each). They are stamped Webb and 18k. They are apx. 1-3/4 inches in length and weigh 26.4 grams.
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20th Century Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mauboussin 1960 Paris Hoop Earrings in 18Kt Gold Diamonds & Carved Lapis Lazuli
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
Hoop earrings designed by Mauboussin.
A beautiful vintage pair, created in Paris France by the
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.58 in L 1.02 in
Van Cleef & Arpels French 5.26 Carats Diamond 18 Karat Gold J-Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Circa: 1990's from the Toundra Collection. Measures: 1/2 x 15/16 inch. Total weight: 13.8 grams
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1990s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Paris Triple Hoops Earrings 18Kt Gold 1.68 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
).
Measurements: 35 mm by 34.5 mm by 15 mm (1.38 x 1.36 x 0.59 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks, the
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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W 0.59 in D 1.3 in Dm 1.39 in L 1.39 in
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Heads Hoops Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
inches), ensuring a striking presence, while the width of 15 mm (0.61 inches) offers a perfect balance of
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20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Two-Tone Gold Hoop Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds are set in graduating 18K white gold oval hoop links with 18K yellow gold oval hoop links
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2010s Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Gold Diamonds Necklace Chandelier Earrings Set Modern 18K, 2000
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
of 18 Karat pink gold, it features hoop links and a geometric motif.
Massive yet delicate, a truly
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Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Audemars Piguet Diamond and Emerald Pendant Watch Necklace
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
features a thick 15 inch spiga chain with a lobster clasp fitting and hoop and measures 4.5cm in height and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 18 Karat Gold Stainless Steel Parentesi Ear-Clip Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
15/16 inch
Total weight: 22.9 grams
Esteemed. Gleaming. Effortless.
Stock Number: We-7284
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
1960's Vintage 5.50 Carats Pave Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa: 1960s
Measures: 15/16 x 5/8 inch
Total weight: 20.2 grams
Radiant. Pastel. Pageantry
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Panthère de Cartier Diamond and Tsavorite Garnet Necklace in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
clarity.The necklace measures 15 inches (38 centimetres) in length and there is a gross weight of 36.5 grams
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2010s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral and Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
carved to echo the twisted shape of the gold.
Backs are posts.
The earrings measure 15/16 inch wide and 1
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Bzero1 Hoop Earrings by Bvlgari in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Lucerne, CH
Measurements: 15 x 9 mm / 0.59 x 0.35 inch
Weight: 8.02 gr.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 'Étincelle de Cartier' Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings, Small Model
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Cartier Étincelle de Cartier huggie hoop earrings crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and set
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Early 2000s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.15 in L 0.54 in
Black Onyx Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
By GADI
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful hoop top diamond Onyx earrings from the designer GADI. The Onyx seems suspended between
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Early 2000s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Ribbed Doorknocker Ear-Clip Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
T&Co. Italy
With Italian assay marks for 18 karat gold
Circa: 1970s
Measures: 15/16 x 1 3/4
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Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Valentin Magro Chrysophrase Drop Earrings with Diamonds
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
32.51 carats.
Measurement detail - width 0.59 inches (15 mm), length 1.78 inches (45 mm), depth 0.57
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Combined listing: Cartier Diamond Necklace, Cartier Brooche, Diamond Skull Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
estimated G/H in colour with VS clarity.The necklace measures 15 inches (38 centimetres) in length and there
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2010s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Day and Night Diamond Pearl Flame/Hoop Earrings 3.98 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold earrings featuring two pearls measuring 15 mm and a diamond flame motif weighing
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
H. Stern Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Earrings
By H. Stern
Located in Lambertville, NJ
earring measures approx 1 inch in length and is channel set with 15 faceted natural pink tourmaline and
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Vintage 1980s Brazilian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
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18k 15 Inch Hoop For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact 18k 15 inch hoop you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k 15 inch hoop among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 18k 15 inch hoop from Bulgari, La Fleur Jewels and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a 18k 15 inch hoop featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A brilliant cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k 15 inch hoop, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a 18k 15 Inch Hoop?
The price for a 18k 15 inch hoop starts at $668 and tops out at $23,188 with these earrings, on average, selling for $4,918.
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