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Indian Style 21K Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Glamour Meets Tradition: 21 Karat Indian Style Chandelier Earrings.
Dazzle in elegance with our 21
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Vintage 1970s Anglo-Indian Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Islamic Art Large Gold Dangly Earrings 21K
Located in Honolulu, HI
Islamic Art Large Gold Dangly Earrings 21K
Item Specifications:
Metal: 21K Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold
Solid 22k -21k Gold Engraved Minimal Stud Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Custom listing. Elegant small 21k gold stud earrings with 18k posts. These go literally with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 3.94 in D 0.79 in Dm 3.94 in L 3.94 in
Vintage Dangle Earrings solid 21K Gold / 4.3 gr.
Located in SE
. Metal tested solid 21K Gold.
Each earring is 53 mm long including the hanger x 17.5mm at widest
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Dangle Earrings
Materials
22k Gold
Vintage Dangle Earrings solid 21K Gold /2.6 gr
Located in SE
A pair of dangles with faceted parts in solid 21K Yellow Gold. Origin : likely Middle East.
Tested
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Vintage 1950s Asian Retro Stud Earrings
Materials
22k Gold
Raw Gray Diamonds 22K-21K Gold Dangle Hoop Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Untitled II Earrings. Fun, diamond 21k solid gold dangle hoop earrings featuring gray raw diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 21k Gold Suiss Bar Style Dangling Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 21k Gold Suiss Bar Style Dangling Drop Earrings
The earrings weight 5 grams and measure
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Vintage 1940s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Gold
Archaic Greek Coins Diamonds 22k 21k Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Mystery of Time. Fun, asymmetrical diamond 21k solid gold dangle drop earrings featuring Archaic
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow ...
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W 0.87 in D 0.2 in L 1.66 in
Vintage European Dangle Hearts Earrings solid 21K Yellow Gold / 2.3gr
Located in SE
-1960s. No hallmarks, metal tested solid 20/ 21K Gold.
Each earring is 23 mm long. Each heart 14 mm x 14
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Vintage 1950s Asian Retro Dangle Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden 15mm Pearls Diamond 22-21k Gold Contemporary Drop Dangle Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Custom order. Golden Eve Drop Earrings. These 21K gold elegant contemporary dangle earrings are an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Oriental Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, B...
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H 1.5 in Dm 0.63 in L 1.5 in
Turquoise Tourmaline Crystals 22k-21k Gold Handmade Dangle Drop Organic Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Birds, dangle drop earrings. Turquoise, moonstone, tourmaline crystals, opal, and tanzanite are set
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Crystal, Turquoise, Tanzanite, Opal, Moonsto...
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W 0.71 in L 2.13 in
Raw Diamonds Demantoid Garnets 22 Karat 21K Gold Dangle Chandelier Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Untitled Earrings. Fun, asymmetrical diamond 21k solid gold dangle chandelier earrings featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.99 in L 2.29 in
Solid 22K -21K Gold Engraved Minimal Stud Earrings by AB Jewelry NYC
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Custom order. Elegant small 21k gold stud earrings with 18k posts. These go literally with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 3.94 in D 0.79 in Dm 3.94 in L 3.94 in
Cream South Sea Pearls Diamond 22-21K Gold Contemporary Drop Dangle Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Custom order. Daylight Drop Earrings. These 21K gold elegant contemporary dangle earrings are an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pear...
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H 1.75 in L 1.75 in
Vintage Solid 21k Yellow Gold GIA Graded Large Bead Coral Wire Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info **
Material: Solid 21k Yellow Gold
Weight: 14.25
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
total diamond weight: .44 ct.
Diamond color: J-K
Diamond clarity: SI2-I1
Size: 21 mm x 15 mm
Category
20th Century Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21 kt Solid Gold Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Heavy Vintage Handmade 21kt solid gold ,Genuine Diamonds Chandelier dangle /drop earrings for
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 22k Gold
18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Hoop Earrings-
These sparkling hinged hoop earrings each
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20th Century Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Light Blue Chalcedony Cabochon 22 Karat Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Watercolor Dangle Drop Earrings. Textured 21k solid gold handcrafted earrings featuring light blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Tourmaline, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold...
Light Blue Chalcedony Cabochon 22 Karat Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Watercolor Dangle Drop Earrings. Textured 21k solid gold handcrafted earrings featuring light blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold...
Internally Flawless White Diamond Opalescent Enamel Flower Stud Earrings
By Eva Steinberg
Located in Dallas, TX
One-of-a-Kind flower earrings by master jewelry artist Eva Steinberg intricately handcrafted in 21k
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2010s German Art Nouveau Stud Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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D 0.2 in Dm 0.75 in
Lapis Lazuli Diamond Solid 22K Gold Dangle Drop Contemporary Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Galaxy Dangle Drop Earrings. Elegant blue lapis cabochons with speckles of gold are set in 21 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Brown Diamond, Blue Diamond, Diamond, Yell...
Lapis Lazuli Diamond Solid 22 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Contemporary Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Galaxy Dangle Drop Earrings. Elegant blue lapis cabochons with speckles of gold are set in 21 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold...
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H 2 in L 2 in
Opals Diamonds Garnets 22-21 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Organic Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
, these earrings are created for modern living and easily coordinate with many styles.
---21k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, 22...
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W 0.75 in L 2.05 in
Antique Bronze Coin Tourmaline Diamond 21-22 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Marco Polo, dangle drop Earrings. Antique Chinese coins set in 21K gold and highlighted with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Go...
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W 0.87 in D 0.2 in L 1.7 in
Antique Chinese Bronze Coin Tourmaline Diamond 21-22k Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Marco Polo, dangle drop Earrings. Antique Chinese coins set in 21K gold and highlighted with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Go...
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W 0.87 in D 0.2 in L 1.7 in
22 Karat Yellow Gold and Oxidized Silver Handmade Hoop Earrings Designer Jewelry
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Graduation Hoops dangle earrings. Striking black oxidized silver handmade organic hand shaped hoops
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver, 22k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.28 in Dm 2.37 in
Raw Diamonds 22-21 Karat Gold Drop Hoop Earrings Bridal Christmas Gift
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Untitled II Earrings. Fun, diamond 21k solid gold drop hoop earrings featuring grey raw diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 1.19 in
Diamond Solid 21-22 Karat Gold Fine Silver Dangle Drop Contemporary Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Starry Night Dangle Drop Earrings. Rose-cut fancy colored diamonds, opal and tourmaline cabochons
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Diamond, Brown Diamond,...
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W 0.88 in D 0.13 in L 1.63 in
Fancy Color Diamonds 21-22k Gold Dangle Lever-Back Earrings Wedding Jewelry
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Jaipur dangle lever-back earrings. Colorful rose and brilliant cut diamonds are bezel set in 21K
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gol...
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W 1.01 in D 0.44 in L 1.8 in
9.3 Carat Yellow Diamonds 21-22k Gold Chandelier Drop Earrings Wedding Jewelry
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Glacier chandelier drop earrings. Large checker cut diamonds (4.6cts each) are bezel set and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 2...
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W 0.52 in D 0.2 in L 1.78 in
Opals Diamonds Demantoid Garnets 22-21 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Organic Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
, these earrings are created for modern living and easily coordinate with many styles.
---21k gold
***I
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Garnet, Zircon, Yellow Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, 22...
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W 0.75 in L 2.05 in
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Halo Drop Earrings - 14k Princess .60ctw Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
): .60ctw
Cut: Princess & Round Brilliant
Color: J - K
Clarity: SI1 - SI2
Total Carats: .60ctw
Style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Raw Gray Diamonds 22-21 Karat Gold Dangle Hoop Earrings Bridal Christmas Gift
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Untitled II Earrings. Fun, diamond 21k solid gold dangle hoop earrings featuring gray raw diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 1.19 in
1967 Creole Boat Dangle Earrings solid 18K Gold / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
A pair of dangles with faceted parts in solid 21K Yellow Gold. Origin : likely Middle East.
Tested
Category
Vintage 1950s Asian Retro Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Solid 21-22 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Contemporary Earrings Bridal AB Jewelry, NYC
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant Dangle Drop Earrings. Brilliant cut white natural Zircons are set in textured 21K gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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D 0.13 in L 1 in
Tahitian Pearl Opalescent Enamel Flower Drop Yellow Gold Earrings, Eva Steinberg
By Eva Steinberg
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Earrings hand-fabricated in Belgium by acclaimed jewelry maker Eva Steinberg
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2010s Belgian Artist Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Enamel, Mixed Metal, Other, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Y...
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in L 0.76 in
Etruscan style Granulated Dangle Earrings solid Yellow 20K Gold / 8.75gr
Located in SE
suspended chained balls.
Not hallmarked,metal tested above 18K, likely 20 -21K Gold. Made ca. early XIX
Category
Antique 1870s European Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, 22k Gold
White Round Brilliant Diamond and Amethyst Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst, 18k white gold and diamond hoop earrings. The amethyst weigh 2.50 carat approx and
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 21 Kt Yellow Gold 12.8 Gm Dangling Earrings With Diamonds, 2.2 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Vintage 21 Karat Yellow Gold Dangling Earrings, a true statement piece
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2010s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
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L 2.2 in
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
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Blue Sapphire White Diamond Classic Combination White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Earrings White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available)
Diamond 92-Round 57-0,57-4/4A
Blue Sapphire 2-21
Category
2010s Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Opulent GIA Sapphire Shield Platinum Ear Clips
Located in METAIRIE, LA
From our Beverly Hills Estate Collection, these Sapphire & Diamond Earrings feature a total of 18
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 18.41 Ct Sapphire & 21 Ct Diamond VVS/E-F Color Pin Set 18 KWG
Located in New York, NY
Measurement 17.56 x 15.01 x 6.29
18 K gold 40 Grams of the pin
Diamonds: approximate 21 carat , VVS Quality
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20th Century Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21K Gold Antique Traditional Indian Bib Necklace and Drop Earring Bridal Set
By New York Jewelers Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
design, superior craftsmanship, and luxurious 21 karat gold make this bib necklace and drop earrings set
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Vintage 1930s Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold
18 Karat Gold Tapio Wirkkala Pear Earrings Rare
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Orimattila, FI
Tapio Wirkkala
Rare Earrings
Pear Earrings in 18K gold designed by Tapio Wirkkala.
Tapio Wirkkala
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Modernist Centerpieces and Tazzas
Materials
Bronze, Gold
Classic Diamond Blue Sapphire White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available)
Diamond 21-0,2 ct
Blue Sapphire 3-0,77 ct
Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Gianni Lazzaro Blue Sapphire Turquoise Diamond White 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Ring White Gold 18 K Gianni Lazzaro (Matching Earrings Available )
Diamonds 14-0,08 ct HSI
Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Royal Pendant 18K Gold Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace White Gold 18 K (Matching Earrings Available)
Weight 24,66
Length 38 cm
Diamond 34-Round
Category
2010s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Elegant Classic Combination Diamond Yellow Gold Every Day Ring
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K (Available in Rose and White Gold)
Matching Earrings Available
Diamond 21
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Impressive Pure 8ct Amethyst Pink Sapphire Tourmaline Yellow 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Ring Yellow Gold 18 K (Matching Earrings Available)
Amethyst 21-8,54ct
Pink Sapphire 17-1,48
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold
Feminine Elegant Diamond Amethyst Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available)
Diamond 21-Round 57-0,2-3/6A
Amethyst 1-4,15 ct
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 21k Gold Floral Earrings with Coral Accent Beads
Located in Arcata, CA
These unique, antique earrings are from Pakistan. The 21k gold beads feature a delicate flower
Category
Antique Early 1900s Pakistani Drop Earrings
Materials
Coral, Gold
Snake Charmer Earrings
Located in Litchfield County, CT
21K gold plated and entirely made of one piece including the hook. These are well crafted
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Snake Charmer Earrings
Located in Litchfield County, CT
, textured, yet a light wearable weight. The measure 4″ long x 2″ wide. Available in 21K plate. Made in the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
21 Karat White Gold Diamond Hooked Earrings
By Feri Designer
Located in Valenton, FR
Expertly crafted in exclusive solid 21K white gold
- Constructed through micro setting with high
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Victorian 3.18 Carat Old Mine Diamond Fabulous Double Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
- earrings measure 21 mm. x 8 mm.
On the lobs they are simply spectacular, twinkling with big flashes of
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Antique 1880s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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H 0.83 in W 0.32 in
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, ...
Important Edwardian 6.50 Carat Diamond Rare Cluster Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent!
An antique pair of Diamond cluster earrings of important Diamond content, dating
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Kenneth Jay Lane Sunflower Necklace and Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Mastic Beach, NY
Simulated Pearl and Onyx Demi Parure
The necklace and earrings are 22K gold plated and are signed K.J.L. for
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
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21k Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of 21k earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 30 vintage versions or 63 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 21k earrings made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but AB Jewelry NYC, Natkina and Eva Steinberg produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 50 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut, oval cut and brilliant cut 21k earrings for sale. When shopping our range of 21k earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are 21k Earrings?
On average, 21k earrings at 1stDibs sell for $3,048, while they’re typically $132 on the low end and $98,885 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 21k Earrings
- What does 14K earrings mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The term "14K earrings" means a pair of earrings that feature 14-karat white, yellow or rose gold. To be labeled 14-karat, a gold alloy must consist of 14 parts gold and 10 parts base metal. This means that 58.3% of the alloy is gold, and 41.7% consists of other metals. Find a wide range of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
- Is 18K gold good for earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, 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.
- Is 14K gold okay for earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, 14K gold is okay for earrings. In fact, many people opt for earrings crafted out of 14-karat gold. This type of gold is 53.8% pure gold and 41.7% alloy. The high content of base metals makes 14-karat gold strong enough to resist scratches, so earrings made from the precious metal can hold up to the effects of daily wear. Shop a diverse assortment of 14-karat gold earrings on 1stDibs.
- Is 14K gold good for earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, 14k gold can be good for earrings. The precious metal is rich in color, making it an appealing choice for jewelry. It is also durable and reasonably priced compared to 18-karat gold. The biggest downside to 14-karat gold earrings is that they contain a larger percentage of base metals than 18-karat and may be more likely to cause sensitivity reactions in some people as a result. Explore a large selection of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
- Are 14K gold earrings good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, 14-karat gold earrings can be good. One of the biggest benefits of 14-karat gold is that the base metal content provides added strength, helping earrings resist scratching and damage. The downside to 14-karat gold is that its color often isn't as rich as purer alloys like 18- and 22-karat gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The 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.
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