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Victorian Diamond 14k Gold Drop Stud Earrings, Antique Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamond drop stud earrings are classy, timeless, feminine and wearable. They are a great addition to your
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Black Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Vintage Estate Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Original Victorian earrings crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The earrings feature black enamel
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Old European Cut Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold 4.37 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
diamonds below. Diamonds Report. One pair of 18 Karat white Gold Diamond drop earrings. Designed as
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Early 20th Century Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Pair of Estate Rose Cut Foiled Back Diamond Silver 14k Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Estate Rose Cut Foiled Back Diamond Silver 14k Rose Gold Drop Earrings. Featuring 14
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1880s Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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

Vintage Victorian Diamond Silver on Yellow Gold Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Antique Victorian Drop Earrings. Securely Hand set with 42 Rose cut Diamonds
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Micro Mosaic and Seed Pearl Gold Dangle Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Victorian Micro Mosaic Seed Pearl Drop Earrings. Set with 2 Micro Mosaic discs and
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Antique 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of 9 karat yellow gold drop earrings; part of our antique
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Yellow Gold

1900s Antique 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
1900s Antique 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
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H 0.1 in W 0.86 in L 2.72 in
Victorian Carved Coral Brooch Drop Earrings Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Carved Coral Brooch and Drop Earring Set Circa 1850. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: # P4903. Scroll
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1850s Italian Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Coral, 14k Gold

1910s Diamond and Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pair of 0.98 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold drop earrings
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1910s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 10k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s Diamond and Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
1910s Diamond and Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
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Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning pair of antique natural white pearl and 0.36 carat diamond, platinum drop earrings; part
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique 2.42 Carat Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings, circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. These stunning antique drop earrings
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

2.42 Carat Diamond and 1.05 Carat Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, 12 karat yellow gold, silver set drop earrings; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry
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1890s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cushion Cut Diamond Earrings Victorian Silver and Gold, Antique Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of Victorian silver and 14k gold earrings, featuring antique cushion cut diamonds. These
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 2.75 Carat Diamond Gold and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
set drop earrings; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections These stunning, fine
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1910s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

Antique Victorian 3.18 Carat Emerald and 3.23 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. These stunning, fine and impressive
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Antique 29.00 Carat Coral and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique 29.00 carat coral and 18 carat yellow gold drop earrings
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.75 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, platinum set drop earrings - boxed; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections These stunning, fine
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Natural Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
set drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. These fine and impressive antique
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1880s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.20 Carat Diamond and 15 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, platinum and silver set drop earrings; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and estate jewelry collections
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1910s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique French Import 1.81 Carat Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry These stunning antique earrings have been crafted in
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1920s French Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 15.50 Carat Jade 1 Carat Onyx and Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and white gold drop earrings; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections These fine
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Jade, Onyx, Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1 Carat Sapphire and 1.98 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold, silver set drop earrings; part of our antique sapphire jewellery and estate jewelry
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Golden Victorian Calla Lily Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, these earrings are an exceptional example of the skilled craftsmanship of Victorian jewelers. Note the
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1880s English Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Enamel Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Earrings circa 1875
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Extremely fine rendition of Victorian jewelry, with detailed miniature portraits of enamel in an ornate frame. The closer you look, the more details come to the surface- these are tr...
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1870s Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Coral, Enamel, and Diamond Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k. These antique earrings are authentic fashion from almost 150 years ago! Gorgeous
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1880s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Dutch 2.35ct Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewellery/estate jewelry. Condition These impressive antique diamond drop earrings are excellent quality
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1920s Dutch Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1920s Dutch 2.35ct Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
1920s Dutch 2.35ct Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
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H 0.25 in W 0.39 in L 0.77 in
18kt Yellow Gold Hook-Style Dangle Ancient -Style Bezel Coin Earrings, Greece
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Unique pair of 18kt yellow gold hook-style dangle earrings with ancient-style Greek coin set in a
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Victorian Hunt & Roskell 1.82 Carat Diamond Turquoise Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, brooch and earrings); part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional
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1860s British Early Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Early Victorian Hunt & Roskell 1.82 Carat Diamond Turquoise Gold Jewelry Set
Early Victorian Hunt & Roskell 1.82 Carat Diamond Turquoise Gold Jewelry Set
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H 0.65 in W 0.59 in Dm 0.82 in L 7.08 in
Estate Deco 4 Carat Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
platinum drop earring are embellished with stunning emeralds & diamonds, so you will sparkle like never
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Victorian Agate Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Ornate borders of 14k yellow gold frame smooth drops of polished brown agate. Fitted with vintage style ear wires that insert from the back of your ear lobe, which can be converted t...
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1870s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pear Shape Design Diamond 925 on Gold Antique Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Open Pear Shape Design Drop Earrings. Hand set with Diamonds, weighing approx
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold

Antique 1.42 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. These fine and impressive antique
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Jade, Diamond, & Onyx Dangle Drop Earrings in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A pair of Art Deco style jade and onyx earrings in platinum
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

6.79 Carat Certified Colombian Minor Emerald Diamond Removable Drop Earrings PT
Located in New York, NY
6.79 Ct Certified Colombian Minor Emerald Diamond Removable Drop Earrings Platinum These Earrings
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Mid-19th Century Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
set drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. These fine and impressive antique
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1890s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 0.45 Carat Turquoise and Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
drop earrings; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. These stunning antique
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1820s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.45 Carat Turquoise and Yellow Gold Earrings
Antique 0.45 Carat Turquoise and Yellow Gold Earrings
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H 3.35 in W 0.67 in L 2.83 in
Antique Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Earrings, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold drop earrings; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections These stunning
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1880s American Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Earrings, Circa 1880
Antique Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Earrings, Circa 1880
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H 0.28 in W 1.04 in L 2.74 in
1910s Antique 3.37 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
earrings; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. These stunning, fine and
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1910s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.46Ct Diamond and 15k Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond flower cluster drop earrings have been independently tested using state of the art technology
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium

Victorian Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Earring Necklace Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS ITEM: #N-DJ125B. Scroll down for specifications. Comprising a pair of clip-on drop earrings and
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1890s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique 2.71 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Earring and Pendant Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace and earring jewelry set; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.71 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Earring and Pendant Set
Antique 2.71 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Earring and Pendant Set
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H 1.73 in W 0.47 in D 1.73 in Dm 0.47 in L 16 in
19th Century 206.60Ct Cabochon Cut Garnet 1.49Ct Diamond Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The jewellery set is composed of drop earrings and a necklace with a removable cross pendant. The
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1820s English Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Cabochon Cut Banded Agate Yellow Gold Jewelry Suite
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
beads and securing in the same manner. The drop earrings have been crafted in 15k yellow gold, and have
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1860s British Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Agate, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Nouveau Garnet and Yellow Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique coin pendant has
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 20.25 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
" Earrings Length of Drop 6.5cm/2.56" Length of Setting 5.5cm/2.17" Width of Setting 1.75cm/0.69" Total
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1920s Unknown Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 20.25 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Jewelry Set
Antique Victorian 20.25 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Jewelry Set
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Antique Victorian Silver Diamond Amethyst Necklace and Earrings
Located in La Jolla, CA
rose cut diamonds. The amethysts in these estate earrings weigh approximately 8cts.
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18th Century Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Silver

Store closing March 31. Tibetan Man's Earring Turquoise Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Santa Fe, NM
pieces, and a long turquoise-colored glass drop. Such pendants were called sochi and were worn from the
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Gold

Diamond and Platinum Edwardian Drop Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings. Beautifully Hand crafted filigree design in Platinum
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Sapphire Edwardian Platinum Halo Drop Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful finely detailed Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Halo Drop Earrings. Hand set and Hand
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Scalloped Victorian Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Measuring 1.5 inches long, these 15 karat yellow gold Victorian drop earrings are the ideal size
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1880s English Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Golden Victorian Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Sculpted earrings of 15 karat yellow gold, dropping 2 inches in length and decorated with both
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1880s English Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Hexagonal Amethyst Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
” details of the settings, which heighten the regal look of the amethyst. The earrings measure just under
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1890s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Measuring 2.25 inches in overall length and easily worn from day to night, these Victorian earrings
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1880s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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15k Gold

Victorian Amethyst Double Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A faceted pear amethyst is suspended from a faceted round amethyst and framed in 18k yellow gold. Pure Victorian perfection! 1.25 inches long.
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1880s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Amethyst and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
American made antique earrings, set in 14 karat rose gold and silver, decorated with dark and light
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1920s Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Haute finery from the turn of the 19th century, the earrings are made of silver over 18 karat
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1890s Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Onyx Diamond Gold Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Platinum and 18k yellow gold earrings decorated with rose cut diamonds and teardrop shaped onyx
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Early 20th Century Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Enamel Peridot Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made in the US circa 1880, these 1.5 inch long earrings combine oval faceted peridot with subtle
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1880s Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Enamel, Rose Gold

Antique Banded Agate Gold Double Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, one pair measuring 9 and the other 15 millimeters. These “organic chic” earrings measure just under
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1880s Victorian Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Agate, 15k Gold

Victorian Golden Chrysoberyl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
alluring and this neutral color looks well with any palette. The earrings measure 2 inches long.
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1890s Antique Estate Drop Earrings

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Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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Antique Estate Drop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of antique estate drop earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 159 vintage editions and 18 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of antique estate drop earrings made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with contemporary — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Bulgari, Paul Morelli and Piranesi produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 86 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut antique estate drop earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and rose cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of antique estate drop 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 Antique Estate Drop Earrings?

Prices for antique estate drop earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $238 and can go as high as $55,000, while antique estate drop earrings, on average, fetch $4,400.

Finding the Right drop-earrings for You

Earrings are a timeless accessory. Women have been wearing studs and hoops in civilizations as far back as Ancient Egypt. Diamond drop earrings, pearl versions and other antique drop earrings have a long history as well.

While hoops will always be beautiful, drop earrings hold their own as dazzling accessories, and jewelry designers have explored different variations on this style of earring over time.

Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone that drops just below the earlobe. These accessories were popular in the Art Deco era, which encompassed the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design.

There were many influences on Art Deco jewelry; among them, the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. Today, the popularity of long Art Deco drop earrings can be attributed to the influence of Coco Chanel. These earrings are frequently characterized by simple shapes, clean lines and an integration of colorful stones such as blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies to accent the pieces’ diamonds. Indeed, during the 20th century, as technology for diamond cutting improved, diamond drop earrings and other diamond jewelry came into wide popularity. Formal examples of diamond drop earrings pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold drop earrings make great daytime accessories.

While there are at least several types of earrings you could be wearing right now, drop earrings work well for anyone who favors a minimalist look. Whatever the occasion, find a wide range of antique, diamond and pearl drop earrings on 1stDibs.