23 Carat Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s North American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Onyx, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Onyx, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Onyx, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Onyx, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Onyx, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18...
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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23 Carat Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are 23 Carat Earrings?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023How many carats an earring should be depends on your taste and preference. You can find gemstone stud earrings in weights starting at 0.25 carats and upwards of 2 carats. Keep in mind that generally, the larger the carat weight, the bigger and heavier the earrings will be. For everyday wear, you may prefer smaller earrings, while larger ones can be stunning for special occasions. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gemstone earrings.
- Is 1-carat too big for earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether 1-carat is too big for earrings is largely a matter of personal opinion and preference. Some people may prefer to wear larger 1-carat earrings for formal evening events and other special occasions. However, others will wear 1-carat earrings to help punctuate any outfit. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of gemstone earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether 0.25 carats is too small for earrings is a matter of personal preference. Gemstone earrings with a total carat weight of 0.25 are on the smaller end of the average size range, which is 0.25 to 1 total carat. However, some people prefer petite earrings for everyday wear. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gemstone earrings.
- Is a 1-carat earring too big?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether a 1-carat earring is too big depends on your personal preferences. An individual earring with a 1-carat stone will usually cover a good portion of the earlobe without completely hiding it. As you shop for studs, keep in mind that there is a difference between total carat weight and carat weight. The carat weight refers to the weight of each earring, while the total carat weight is the combined weight of both earrings in a pair. A 1-carat earring set would actually typically include two 0.5-carat earrings, which are generally small enough to keep most of the earlobe visible. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gemstone earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term 1-carat diamond earrings means a pair of earrings set with diamond gemstones that have a total weight of 200 milligrams. Depending on the design, each earring may hold one diamond or several smaller gems. You'll find a variety of diamond gemstone earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether 1.3-carat diamond earrings are too small is a matter of personal opinion. A pair of earrings with a total carat weight of 1.3 is considered to be medium-sized. The smallest diamond earrings are around 0.25 carats, while the largest are 1.5 carats or more. Explore a wide range of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The average cost of a pair of diamond stud earrings with a total carat weight of 1-carat is $2,495. Depending on the clarity, cut and color of the diamond, the price and other details may vary. On 1sDibs, shop for antique and vintage diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The average cost of a pair of 1-carat diamond earrings is around $2,500. However, that price can change depending on the quality of the diamonds and the brand.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A good carat size for diamond stud earrings is usually between .25 carat and 1 carat for everyday wear. For nicer occasions it is worth going larger to over 1 carat in size.
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