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NEW 14k Solid Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Earrings
Located in Warren, NJ
your jewelry collection today! New Never Worn 14K Solid Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Earrings Total
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian No Heat Ceylon Yellow Sapphire 2.25ctw + Diamond Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning pair of earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed ...

Antique Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Earrings, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique Victorian sapphire and ruby earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold. These tapering shaped
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1880s American Antique Yellow Sapphire 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
5.50 Carat Sapphires Diamond Halo Silver Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Sapphire and diamond earrings. 4 round faceted sapphires totaling 5.50cts set in 18k yellow
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings- These elegant drop
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

.62 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage turn of the century diamond and sapphire dangle drop earrings. These vintage antique
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Late 19th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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

2.10Ct Basaltic Sapphire and 3.30Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set cluster earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry
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1890s Unknown Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French 1920s Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow and white gold, eagle head hallmark. Small antique
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k G...

1.00 Carat Diamond Sapphire Opal Yellow Gold Silver Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage opal, diamond and sapphire dangle earrings. Pear shaped ovals with halo's of round diamonds
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, Gold Plate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 1.90 Carat Sapphire and 0.50ct Diamond, 15 Carat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique sapphire and diamond earrings are crafted in 15 ct yellow gold. Each earring is embellished with
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW 14K Solid Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald Earrings
Located in Warren, NJ
These stunning 14K solid yellow gold earrings feature natural sapphires, rubies, and emeralds in an
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Purple Sapphires Rose Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, and silver - owl and swan hallmarks. Charming
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

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 Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautifully detailed pair of sapphire and diamond drop earrings from the Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pre-Victorian Pink Sapphire Roman Shield Earrings
Located in METAIRIE, LA
These Pre-Victorian Circa 1870 10 Karat Gold Shield Earrings feature 2 Focal Oval cut Natural
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1870s Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

20th Century Pink Sapphire 18 Karat yellow Gold Platinum Lever Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Charming lever-back earrings
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

Antique 1.56 Carat Sapphire and 1.20 Carat Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique sapphire earrings have been crafted in 9k yellow gold with silver settings. The earrings have a
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of drop earrings crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Important Sapphire & Diamond earrings 18KT yellow gold Estate Rare Find Ruby
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare unique diamond earrings made with rubies and sapphires. All stones are 100% natural and
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Late 19th Century North American Modern Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Burmese sapphire and diamond earrings, English, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Antique Burmese sapphire and diamond earrings. A matching pair, each set to centre with a cushion
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1910s Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Russian 14k Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
earrings are set in 14k rosy yellow gold, and each earring features an oval-cut sapphire that rests in the
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Mid-19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique 14k Sapphire and Diamond Circular "Button" Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Sapphire: .20 total carats Diamonds: .04 total carats, rose cut Metal: 14 karat yellow gold
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Early 1900s Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

2.42 Carat Diamond and 1.05 Carat Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold. Each earring displays a round mixed cut natural pink sapphire encircled by eight, well
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1890s Unknown Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Zorab Creation Feria Earrings in 13 carats of multi-color Sapphires
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
sapphires, 5.70 carats of yellow sapphires, fiery fancy sapphires, 0.04 carats; 0.95 carats of brown
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Early 17th Century Romantic Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Palla...

Rare Pair Of Victorian Diamond & Sapphire Earrings 14K & Sterling
Located in Media, PA
This is a gorgeous pair of diamond and sapphire, Victorian era earrings. There are diamond mine
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Sapphire, Diamond

Victorian 1.30ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Two deep blue, unheated sapphires sit central in this beautiful pair of earrings dating back to the
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

GIA Certifed 11.68 Carat Emeralds Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
14K day and night cluster dangle earrings with Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, and Diamonds. Bottom
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Antique Yellow Gold Drop Earrings 14 Karat
By Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of Renaissance Revival style drop earrings set in 14 Karat yellow gold. Circa 1860-1880
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1860s Renaissance Revival Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Blue Sapphire

Antique Yellow Gold Drop Earrings 14 Karat
Antique Yellow Gold Drop Earrings 14 Karat
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W 0.75 in L 1.88 in
Edwardian 43 Carat Star Sapphire Seed Pearl Necklace Bracelet Earrings Suite
Located in New York, NY
Garland Suite. The suite comprising a necklace, bracelet and earrings each with black star sapphires
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Star Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold

Certified 3, 65 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphires and Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in București, B
This exquisite pair of pear cut sapphires is certified as natural and unheated by the world's
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Early 19th Century Romanian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Edwardian Cert. 5.29 Ct No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Pearl Rare Drop Earring
Located in Napoli, IT
Sapphires set as drop creating lovely feminine swing and sensual look They hold two rare antique oval
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Michele Della Valle 18K White Gold Colored Sapphire Diamonds Earrings
By Michele della Valle
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Sapphires: 2 ovals measuring approximately 15.40 x 10.60 x 5.93 mm and 15.00 x 10.60 x 5.22 mm
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White 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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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Austro Hungarian 1900 Earring Ring Suite 18Kt Gold 3.15 Cts Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Austro Hungarian suite of earrings and ring Beautiful and very attractive suite of earrings and
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Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Cocktail Pyramids Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
The Pyramids. A exact museum copy from the 300 BC. 22k yellow gold hand made to perfection and set
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Cocktail Pyramids Earrings
Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Cocktail Pyramids Earrings
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W 0.591 in D 0.157 in L 0.984 in
Edwardian 1905 Antique French Earrings 18Kt Gold With 3.54 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian earrings with diamonds and rubies. Extremely beautiful pair of dangle earrings, created
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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

Spanish Colonial 1785 Dangle Earrings 17kt Gold Silver with Diamonds and Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 17 karats and parts in silver. These earrings are
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1780s Spanish Baroque Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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

Georgian 1800 Antique Dangle Earrings In 15Kt Gold With 8.46 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Georgian antique dangle drop earrings. Fabulous antique pair of dangle-drops earrings, created in
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Dimos 18k Gold Greek Key Cocktail Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Happy Greek key collection. This earrings in 18 karats yellow gold it’s one of the most
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Ruby, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Greek Key Cocktail Earrings
Dimos 18k Gold Greek Key Cocktail Earrings
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W 0.354 in D 0.118 in L 0.984 in
15th Century Inspired 3 in 1 Topaz Earrings/Pendant
By Kasturjewels
Located in London, W1U 2JG
or yellow sapphire! 3.5 cm in full length. 6.40 grams: 22kt gold 6.94 carat: Lemon Topaz/Quartz
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15th Century and Earlier British Artisan Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Quartz, Topaz, 22k Gold

Old earrings with diamonds and synthetic spinels, Austria-Hungary, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Earrings made of 0.585 yellow gold, studded with synthetic spinels in a beautiful blue color, topped with
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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Spinel, 14k Gold

Georgian 1785 Antique Earrings in 15kt Gold and Enamel with 5.64 Ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Georgian period, circa 1785. These diamonds cluster earrings was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of
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1780s English George IV Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

"Noucentisme Period" Turquoise, Seed Pearls, Rose cut Diamond Earrings. Spain
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Early 20th Century "Noucentisme Period" Turquoise, Seed Pearls, Rose cut Diamonds Earrings mounted
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1920s Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

14 Karat Gold Bird Sapphire Seed Pearl Pin and Earring Set
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian 14 Karat Bird Briolette Sapphire Seed Pearl Pin and Earrings. This lovely set of three
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Royal Blue Sapphire Pair, 3.82 Carats Total, Loose Gemstones for Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Royal blue sapphire earrings, what could be more regal? This pair of richly colored blue sapphires
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15th Century and Earlier Artisan Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

Victorian Enamel Non Heated Sapphire Diamond 18k YG Earrings Pendant- Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Victorian jewelry suite consists of a pendant-brooch and a pair of earrings
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Early 20th Century French Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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

Two-Tone Gold Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch, Circa 1920s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Flower-Shaped Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch. The
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1920s American Retro Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau French Sapphire Diamond Enamel 18k Gold Ring Size 6
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Art Nouveau French Sapphire Diamond Enamel 18K Gold Ring is a magnificent and evocative piece
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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

Rare Victorian Old Cut Diamond Ruby and Sapphire 15ct Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A late Victorian period brooch circa 1880. Solid 15 carat yellow gold example with silver head
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19th Century Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

GIA Ruby No Heat Platinum Diamond Necklace 18K Antique Pendant Old Mine 5.04 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
, Sapphires, and Antique Aquamarines set in Solid 18k Gold, 14K Gold, and Platinum. Fine Vintage Earrings
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19th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1880 Antique Ring In 14Kt Gold With 8.95 Ctw In Opal And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
patterns in an oval shape. It was crafted in yellow gold of 14 karats with a bezel made in .800/.999 silver
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1880s English Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant / Brooch, 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
with a secure hinge pin and clip. Tested yellow gold and silver Hand fabricated in darkened
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1860s Spanish Victorian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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18k Gold, Silver

Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Cabochon & Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in OVIEDO, AS
pin in 18K yellow gold is a later addition, Originally the pendant could be part of a "Devant de
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Mid-18th Century Spanish Georgian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian 1905 Guilloche Pendant Brooch 18Kt Gold Platinum with 2.56 Ct Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
well crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with parts accented with platinum for the setting of the
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Bee 2.60 Ruby Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Dario Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. These Earrings have 0.16 Carats of
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Sapphire Diamond Gold platinum Earrings
Located in Carmel, CA
This stunning pair of earrings features two round sapphires for 3.82 total carats which are
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

 Sapphire Diamond Gold platinum Earrings
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0.18 Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Dario Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. These Earrings have 0.04 Carats of
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

0.80 Oval Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Dario Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. These Earrings have 0.15 Carats of
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 9k Gold

Estate Antique 14K Yellow Gold 2.5 CTW Mine Cut Diamond Sapphire Clipon Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Details: Estate Antique 14K Yellow Gold 2.50 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond & Sapphire Clip-on Earrings
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1920s Art Deco Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 4.72 Carat Natural Green Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Essex, GB
Top grade natural sapphire earrings. The perfectly matched old cut green sapphires – certified as
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Early 20th Century Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

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Antique Yellow Sapphire Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of antique yellow sapphire earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 22 vintage versions or 21 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. 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. Victorian and Art Deco are consistently popular styles when it comes to antique yellow sapphire earrings. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Natkina and Tara Shaw are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for antique cushion cut antique yellow sapphire earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of antique yellow sapphire 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 Yellow Sapphire Earrings?

Prices for antique yellow sapphire earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $495 and can go as high as $25,906, while antique yellow sapphire earrings, on average, fetch $4,770.

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.