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Draped 2 Tone Knotted "Scarf" Earrings
By Piscitelli
Located in New York, NY
Attractive knotted "scarf" earclips in silver and goldtone metals. Clip back fittings. 1.75" x 1
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Draped 2 Tone Knotted "Scarf" Earrings
Draped 2 Tone Knotted "Scarf" Earrings
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H 1.75 in W 1 in
14K Two Toned 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate your love by giving this alluring two-toned pair of dangle earrings to her. It features
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Two Toned 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Earrings
14K Two Toned 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Earrings
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H 0.83 in W 0.6 in L 0.83 in
Estate Flush Set Diamond 2-Tone Huggie Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An sleek pair of diamond huggie earrings fashioned in two tone 14k white and yellow gold. 10
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Flush Set Diamond 2-Tone Huggie Earrings
Estate Flush Set Diamond 2-Tone Huggie Earrings
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W 0.38 in D 0.5 in L 0.75 in
10K Two-Toned Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This pair of hoop earrings features shimmering diamonds set in 10 karat two-tone gold. Each earring
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Two-Toned Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
10K Two-Toned Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
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H 0.87 in W 0.12 in L 0.87 in
14K Two Toned 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Setting Type: Pave Product Gram Weight: 3.96 Grams Metal Type: 14K Two Toned Gold Earring Finding
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Two Toned 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
14K Two Toned 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
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H 0.83 in W 0.6 in L 0.83 in
CHANEL CC 24K Gold Tone Metal Turnlock Chain Dangle Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1996 Collection Metal 24K Gold Tone Clip On Drop 2" Includes
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Late 20th Century Chandelier Earrings

Double Spiral 2-Tone Post Earrings with Akoya Pearl and Diamonds
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
, these earrings can be customized with other metals or gemstones (like a beautiful 1/2 carat diamond in
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Double Spiral 2-Tone Post Earrings with Akoya Pearl and Diamonds
Double Spiral 2-Tone Post Earrings with Akoya Pearl and Diamonds
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W 0.52 in D 0.32 in Dm 0.52 in L 0.6 in
14k 2 Tone Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Dangle Earrings 2.57cts
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
color:F & FANCY YELLOW clarity:VS2-SI1 metal:14K GOLD TYPE: earrings weight:4 gr
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Two-Toned Princess-Cut Composite 1/2 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Metal Type: 10K Two-Toned Gold Earrings Finding: Screw back.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

CHANEL CC 24K Gold Tone Metal Diamond Shape Evening Dangle Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1995 Collection Metal Gold Tone Clip On Closure Width 2" Drop 3.5
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Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

18KT 2 Tone Rose Gold Diamonds Baguette Round Halo Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Antwerpen, BE
. DETAILS: Metal: 18kt Two Tone Rose Gold Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Total Carat
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Lorenz Baumer Gold Tone Crystal Earrings Circa 1980s
By Lorenz Baumer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lorenz Baumer Gold Tone Crystal Earrings. Amazing Shape. 2" L x 1.75" W. Lorenz Baumer
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Lorenz Baumer Gold Tone Crystal Earrings Circa 1980s
Vintage Lorenz Baumer Gold Tone Crystal Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2 in W 1.75 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.75 in L 2 in
Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Dangling Ball Earrings, Circa 1990s
By Christian Lacroix Paris
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Dangling Ball Earring with 2 Bars of Metal that can be
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1990s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Dangling Ball Earrings, Circa 1990s
Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Dangling Ball Earrings, Circa 1990s
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H 4 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in Dm 1.5 in L 4 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold Tone Logo Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
metal hardware. Weight per earring : approx. 2 grams. NOTES - This is a preloved vintage item
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Jay Feder 18k Two Tone Gold Diamond Fan Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jay Feder 18k Two Tone Gold Diamond Fan Earrings Total carat weight of all diamonds is 0.98 carats
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2010s Stud Earrings

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

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Silver Tone AMOUR Dangling Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
inch). Weight per earring : approx. 28 grams. Material : Silver tone metal hardware. NOTES - This is
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Gold Toned Book Spines Clip-On Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold toned rectangular clip-on earrings featuring book spines embossed with
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Diamond Art Deco Style Drop Earrings in 18K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These lovely vintage style Art Deco diamond and sapphire earrings are hand crafted in 14k two tone
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Two-Toned Plated Sterling-Silver 1/10 Carat Diamond Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Grams Metal Type: 10K Two-Toned Flashed .925 Sterling Silver.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Glass Stone Dangler Cluster Ring And Earrings Set Jewel Toned
Located in North Miami, FL
The colors are beautiful and of jewel toned hues in this set of a pair of vintage pierced earrings
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Sterling Silver "Heavy Metal" Wrap-Me-Up Chain Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold wire --Post Backs with Butterfly Clutch Backing --2-Tone --Made in the USA
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Mixed Metal Crystal Ball Dangle Earrings by Ciner, 1970s
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 2" long - Gold plated with silver tone accents - Crystal
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Roberto Coin Nugget Collection Drop Earrings Two-Toned 18kt Yellow & White Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in San Diego, CA
Roberto Coin Nugget Collection Earrings Style: Drop Dangle for Pierced Ears Metal: 18kt Yellow
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2010s Dangle Earrings

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Hand Carved Whitby Jet Flower Drop Earrings Gold Tone Hooks
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian hand carved Whitby Jet earrings with a lovely flower design, and gold tone hooks
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Drop Earrings

Vintage 18K Two-Tone GIA Burma No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Clip Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage earrings made in Italy finely crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold featuring 2
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20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 10K Two Tone Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Antique Art Deco 10K Two Tone Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Earrings. These gorgeous
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond South Sea Pearl Platinum Large Flower Clip on Earrings, Two Tone
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamond South Sea Pearl Platinum Large Flower Clip on Earrings, Two tone Beautiful estate
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Early 20th Century Stud Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Pink Sapphire and Diamond Double Halo Stud Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The two-tone version of standout double halo stud earrings are designed to hold 0.4 carat emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Lever Back Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. total weight) These earrings will be made to your order in 1-2 weeks, contact us to find out more. An
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Lever Back Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
Diamond Lever Back Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
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W 0.48 in L 0.83 in
Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Oversized Gold-Tone & Faux Pearls CC Clip-On Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Geneva, CH
-tone metal, an array of lustrous faux pearls are surrounding the quilted center with the "CC" logo
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Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

18k Two Tone Gold 17.48ct GIA Pear Ruby & Diamond Large Drop Chandelier Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
red stones set in a white and yellow metal pair of earrings with numerous near-colorless round rose
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2010s Unknown Chandelier Earrings

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

Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Deco Style Target Stud Earrings in 18K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
bezel with mil-grain detail. Crafted in 18k two tone gold. Earrings Information Style: Art-deco Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

CHANEL CC Gold Metal Large Round Hoop Evening Dangle Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1990's Collection Metal Gold Tone Clip On Width 2" Drop 3
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Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings

Leaflet Design Stud Fancy Diamond Earrings In Dual Tone Set in 18K Solid Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
in a rose gold metal, which complements the brilliance of the diamonds with its warm tone. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

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

18K Two-Tone Gold 1/6 Carat Diamond and Purple Amethyst Gemstone Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Rose Gold Earring Finding: Push Back.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18K Two-Tone Gold 3/4 Ct Diamond with Blue Sapphire & Blue Topaz Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 10.35 Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Rose Gold Earring Finding: Push
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Topaz, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, Whi...

SS19 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Logo W/ 'Shrubs on Metal Gate' Gold Earrings
By Moschino Couture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Moschino dust bag & box are included Gold-tone earrings from MOSCHINO featuring hoop design with logo Metal
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2010s Italian More Earrings

Materials

Gold

18K Two-Tone Gold 3/4 Ct Diamond with Blue Sapphire & Blue Topaz Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 10.35 Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Rose Gold Earring Finding: Push
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Ro...

18K Two-Tone Gold 1/5 Ct Diamond with Yellow Citrine & Black Onyx Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
: 14.61 Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Yellow Gold Gold Earring Finding: Push Back.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Citrine, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Two-Tone Gold 1/6 Ct Diamond with Yellow Citrine & Blue Topaz Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
twinkling earrings are crafted of genuine 18k white and yellow gold, a metal that will stay tarnish-free for
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold...

18K Two-Tone Gold 1/5 Carat Diamond with Amethyst and Blue Topaz Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
earrings comfortably in the ear. Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 2
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rose Gold, 18k Gold...

18K Two-Tone Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond with Lemon Quartz & Blue Topaz Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 18.63 Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Yellow Gold Earring Finding: Push Back.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White...

18K Two-Tone Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond with Lemon Quartz & Blue Topaz Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
These polished 18k white and yellow gold dangle earrings are everything you need to elevate your
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold,...

18K Two-Tone Gold 3/8 Cttw Brown Diamonds and Green Tsavorite Drop Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Metal Type: 18K Rose and White Gold Earring Finding: Lever-backs.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18K Two-Tone Gold Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond & Black Onyx Gemstone Halo Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 3.89 Grams Metal Type: 18K Rose and White Gold Earring Finding
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White and Rose Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond Openwork Marquise Ribbon Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
These two-tone diamond dangle earrings are so unique and refreshing, crafted from genuine 14k white
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

14K White and Rose Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond Openwork Marquise Ribbon Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
These two-tone diamond dangle earrings are so unique and refreshing, crafted from genuine 14k white
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Naturalist Earrings, MWLC
By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin
Located in New York, NY
Naturalist earrings of tri-toned metals with copper snake heads, silvered leaves and gilded
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21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Naturalist Earrings, MWLC
Naturalist Earrings, MWLC
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CHANEL CC Gold Metal Cushion Evening Dangle Drop Evening Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1994 Collection Metal Gold Tone Clip On Width 2" Drop 2.75
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Silver Tone Croisière 2000 CC Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
: diameter approx. 2 cm (0.79 inch). Weight per earring : approx. 4 grams. Material . Silver tone metal
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

Angelo Tarlazzi Paris Pearl and Gold Tone Chain Clip On Earrings, Vintage 1980s
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Angelo Tarlazzi Paris Very Long White Faux Pearl and Gold Tone Metal Chain Drop Earrings, Vintage
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

GUY LAROCHE Enameled Metal Heart Clip On Earrings, Vintage from 1980s
By Guy Laroche
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Exquisite GUY LAROCHE PARIS Clip On Earrings, Enameled Metal Heart and Gold Tone Metal, Vintage
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Vintage 1980s European Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, Enamel

Vintage Lab Created Spinel Flower Motif Earrings Set in Multi-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These captivating earrings, set in a luxurious combination of 18 karat yellow and white gold, boast
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
in both gilt and rhodium metal with cabochon stones in jewel tones. 1960's USA. 2" x 1"
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Vintage 1960s American Anglo-Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Gilt Metal

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Earrings
Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Earrings
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W 1 in L 2 in
CINER Poured Glass Cabochons and Gold Metal Clip On Earrings, Vintage from 1950s
By Ciner
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Signed Ciner poured glass clip on earrings, gold tone Metal and Red, Green, Black Poured Glass
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Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

18K Two-Tone Gold 9/10 Carat Diamond and Pink Amethyst Clip on Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and captivating, these 18k white and rose gold stud earrings are a delight to show off! A
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Jewelled Dangling Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a faux turquoise
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Initials Dangling Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
(0.79 inch). Weight per earring : approx. 14 grams. Material : Gold tone metal hardware. NOTES - This
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

DIOR Drop Pearl Earrings, Christian Dior Logo Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
This is a pair of CHRISTIAN DIOR Drop Pearl Earrings, Gold Tone Metal Dior Logo Clip on ended by a
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Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Sapphire Diamond Dangle Earrings, Oval Sapphire, White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These dangle earrings are absolutely gorgeous on any skin tone. The precious, deep blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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2 Tone Metal Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 2 tone metal earrings. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gilt Metal, Base Metal and Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 116 vintage editions and 15 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 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of 2 tone metal earrings bearing Modern or Revival hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Ciner and Gerard Yosca are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Crystal versions from the 4 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut and cabochon 2 tone metal earrings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 2 tone metal earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 2 Tone Metal Earrings?

Prices for 2 tone metal earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $75 and can go as high as $5,148, while 2 tone metal earrings, on average, fetch $375.

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.