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Vintage big Yves St. Laurent clip-on earrings 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very decorative clip-on earrings signed YSL. The upper part is made of pressed silver metal and
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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal, Other

Vintage big Yves St. Laurent clip-on earrings 1980s
Vintage big Yves St. Laurent clip-on earrings 1980s
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W 1.78 in D 0.2 in L 3.15 in
Vintage Chanel Gold Quilted Big CC Drop Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage chanel clip on drop earrings. Very good vintage condition overall. Comes with its case.
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1990s Drop Earrings

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Big Coral Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Vintage stud earrings realized with two ovals of big elatius
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

hanamizuki bouquet earring / vintage jewelry , vintage beads, vintage earring
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, 1970s metal parts size:length 4cm Although the earrings are a little long, they
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2010s Japanese Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Brass

fuusenkazura oval ring earring / vintage earring, vintage jewelry, beads earring
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:1970’s American vintage parts,glass beads,brass,swarovski,stainless size:length 7cm A
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2010s Japanese Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Brass, Titanium

Big and Bold 18k Yellow Gold Vintage David Webb Hammered Finish Bombe Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
pair of earrings measures a full 1 1/8 inches in height and 1 1/4 inches in width. Deep melon vertical
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vourakis Vintage Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
By Vourakis
Located in New York, NY
Vourakis set of earrings echoed convertible modular jewelry that has been widely popular at various times
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Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold

Ruby Diamonds Earrings 14K Gold Retro Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These earrings are crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold. Each earring is set with 12 diamonds. Two
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bulgari Earrings Platinum Fancy Yellow Diamond
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of Bulgari vintage platinum earrings featuring fancy yellow diamond. A gorgeous combo of
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1990s American More Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Bulgari Earrings Platinum Fancy Yellow Diamond
Vintage Bulgari Earrings Platinum Fancy Yellow Diamond
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H 0.88 in W 0.63 in D 0.5 in
loquat flower and birds round earring (2way) / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage
Located in Sammu shi, JP
hoops, with the bird motif only, or with hoops and your own earrings. The hoops are not too big and the
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2010s Japanese Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Brass

KARL LAGERFELD Earrings 1990s Vintage
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
Karl Lagerfeld 1990s Vintage Clip On Earrings. These are beautifully unique earrings with a
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage 9k yellow gold twist hoop earrings, Large hoops
Located in NEWARK, GB
movement. They are nice and big, definitely a pair of earrings that will be noticed. They are hollow so
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Late 20th Century European Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum Diamond Earrings GIA Cluster Stud Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful pair of vintage platinum diamond earrings from the roaring 1930s. While designed as
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Earrings Silver Plated 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Earrings Silver Plated 1980s Love these super cool star sharped crystal
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Diamonds Earrings 18K White Gold Floral Dangle 1.68 TDW Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These gorgeous vintage earrings are crafted in solid 18K White Gold and set with natural diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings Platinum 18k Gold Ruby Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of feminine vintage Van Cleef & Arpels earrings, made of platinum and 18 karat
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Vintage 1980s French More Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Gold & Crystal Teardrop Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Big and glitzy Vintage Crystal Teardrop Earrings. Crafted in gold plated metal and set with glass
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Chaumet Diamond Day to Night Earrings 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular pair of vintage day to night earrings by Chaumet, made of 18k gold and featuring 8.69
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Vintage 1970s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

70s Brutalist Turquoise Lapis Earrings Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Large Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Brutalist turquoise & lapis earrings (circa 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jacky de G Gold Cluster Earrings
By Jacky De G
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Jacky de G Gold Cluster Earrings, signed: These earrings are equal parts fun and elegant
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Jacky de G Gold Cluster Earrings
Vintage Jacky de G Gold Cluster Earrings
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H 1.19 in W 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in L 1.19 in
Platinum GIA Diamond Antique 18K Earrings Vintage Fine VVS Huge 9.64 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
this vintage piece. You will love these Earrings. They look amazing on. Class is always in Style
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Antique 19th Century Chandelier Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Earrings 1990s Clip On
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Earrings 1990s Clip On Amazing statement clip on earrings from the
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Natural Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Dangle Earrings in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These exquisite earrings boast a vintage allure, crafted with natural amethysts and pearls, set
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jacky de G Signed Single Statement Earring
By Jacky De G
Located in New York, NY
The only thing cooler than this earring is the fact that there is only one of them! HOW chic?! Wear
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Jacky de G Signed Single Statement Earring
Vintage Jacky de G Signed Single Statement Earring
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H 2.56 in W 1.19 in L 2.56 in
Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of rare vintage Cartier 18k gold earrings with clip-on closure. The earrings have an amazing
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
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H 0.88 in W 0.75 in D 0.63 in
Schiaparelli Turquoise & Green Glass Strand Necklace & Clip on Earrings Vintage
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in North Miami, FL
necklace is 17.5" L. The bigger beads are 1/4"D. The a pair of earrings are 1.25"W x 1.25" D. The necklace
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage 14k Golden Clip on Earrings with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Make a statement with these stunning, classic, beautiful vintage 14k gold clip-on earrings with
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Iradj Moini, Clip-on EARRINGS, vintage, glass cabochons, rhinestones
By Iradj Moini
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent Clip-on EARRINGS, 90s vintage, golden metal, glass cabochons, rhinestones, height 4,3
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20th Century American Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Iradj Moini, Clip-on EARRINGS, vintage, glass cabochons, rhinestones
By Iradj Moini
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent Clip-on EARRINGS, 90s vintage, golden metal, glass cabochons, rhinestones, height 3 cm
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20th Century American Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Areza Vintage French Earrings 18k Gold Sapphire Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of vintage French 18k gold earrings, featuring sapphire and diamond. The earrings are made
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chaumet Earrings 18k Gold Clip-on French Estate Jewelry
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of vintage Chaumet earrings made of 18 karat hammered gold. The vintage earrings are
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Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Diamond Earrings 18k Gold Vintage Italian Estate Jewelry
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of vintage Mario Buccellati diamond earrings, made in 18k white and yellow gold. These airy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Earrings Multicolor Glass Rhinestones Clip Style Vintage 80s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent earrings, likely made in the 1980s. Made from gold
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Ciner 1980s Gold Plated Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Eye catching 1980s gold plated Ciner earrings featuring the most gorgeous and vibrant red and green
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Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Vintage Garrard 18k Gold Gems Cuff Bracelet Earrings Set Estate Jewelry
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Garrard 18 karat gold and gemstones vintage set consisting of a cuff bracelet and
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Vintage 1980s British Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handmade 18 Gold Earrings + Pearl
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Another Creation from our Jerusalem workshop a design based partially on vintage Jewelry from
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20th Century Israeli Retro Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Handmade 18 Gold Earrings + Pearl
Handmade 18 Gold Earrings + Pearl
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W 0.5 in L 2 in
Vintage clip-on earring by ALEXIS LAHELLEC Paris, gold plated Resin, 1980s
By Alexis Lahellec
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Vintage ALEXIS LAHELLEC Paris, with big false pearl, rhinestones, gold plated Resin
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20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Other

Vintage Sterling Silver, Enamel with White Pearl Clip-On Earrings by Marina J.
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marina J. presents a beautiful clip-on earring design, made of a vintage sterling silver white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Chanel Jumbo Black Leather and Gold Tone Earrings 1 13/16 inch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These Vintage Chanel Jumbo Black Leather and Gold Tone earrings are for the lady who likes to make
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Moi Mae Gold Diamond Rutile Quartz and Enamel Earrings
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
earrings one comes across by chance when meandering through a hidden-from-the-world corner shop of vintage
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Enamel

2.50 Ct Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14 Kt gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Feel Beautiful These superb vintage earrings are 1960 ca or slightly later Exquisitely rendered of
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Vintage 1960s European Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

2.50 Ct Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14 Kt gold
2.50 Ct Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14 Kt gold
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H 1.46 in W 0.99 in
Reversible Paloma Picasso Gold And Silver Earrings With Agate
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dubai, DU
earrings, her pieces are seen as emblematic of the period’s power-dressing trend. Vintage yet modern and
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1990s Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Agate, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

15.46 Carat Total Oval Tanzanite & Diamond Stud Earring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
sparkling cluster with a weight of 2.20 carats, giving these stunning earrings a vintage style.
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade & Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Apple Green Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Vintage design using old materials. Here is a nice pair of Jade and diamond earrings. Both earrings
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Early 2000s Hong Kong Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Estate Angel Wing 18ct White Gold Earrings With Pavé Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
baguette-cut diamonds. Chic and impressive, these vintage drop earrings sit beautifully on the earlobe
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Swirl Shaped Modernist 1.10 Inch Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 karat yellow gold swirl shaped modernist stud earrings Earrings measuring 1.1 inch x
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round 1.10ctw Natural Diamonds 22mm Estate 14k White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
22mm Estate Round 1.10ctw Diamond Prongs 14k White Gold Hoop Earrings Regardless of how big or
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1990s Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Swarovski Purple Crystal Cluster Earrings
By Swarovski
Located in Atlanta, GA
big cluster. They are marked with the Swarovski swan logo on the back (from 1990-2000). Our vintage
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Late 20th Century Austrian Regency Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Swarovski Purple Crystal Cluster Earrings
Swarovski Purple Crystal Cluster Earrings
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H 1.25 in W 1 in D 1 in
Platinum Marquise & Pear Cut Diamond Clip-On 7.00cttw Earrings
Located in New York, NY
, gala or big celebration. Very often vintage earrings like these would have a special lever for
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Style 3.00 Ct Mine Diamond Twin Solitaire Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Superb pair of good sized Diamond drop earrings superbly hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold topped by
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Mid-20th Century European Victorian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

French 18K Gold Earrings with Mobe Pearls Surrounded by Leaves and Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage pair of 18k yellow gold, diamond and mobe pearl clip on earrings were
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Mid-20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

8.5mm Akoya Pearls in Large Flower Earrings of 18K Gold & Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
These vintage earrings are large, sexy and dramatic, yet lightweight enough to be worn comfortably
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platin...

1950's Amethyst and 14ct Tri-Gold Filigree Clip Earrings as Part of Suite
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a gorgeous pair of vintage clip back earrings that has been crafted in the 1950's in great
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Vintage 1950s British Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s Signed Napier Goldtone Big Faux-Pearl Dangles Brooch
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone big 3 faux-pearl dangles brooch with security clasp. Marked "Napier." Measures: 2 1
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Gold Plate

Carati Vintage Ring Earrings 18k Gold Diamond Set Estate Jewelry
By Luca Carati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Carati ring and earrings, 18 karat yellow gold and diamond demi-parure created in Italy
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Vintage 1980s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Camelia COROCRAFT set, bangle, brooch and clip-on earring, designed 1939 USA
By Corocraft
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Vintage Camelia bangle, brooch and clip-on earring by Corocraft designed Adolf Katz 1939 USA
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage 8.30 Carat Diamonds Floral Full Jewelry Set
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 8.30 Carat Diamonds Floral Full Jewelry Set. The beautiful design of the floral across all
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1990s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL Vintage Black Bouclé Wool CC Logo Buttons Jacket Suit 1993
By Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in London, GB
CHANEL Vintage Black Bouclé Wool CC Logo Buttons Jacket Suit 1993 A classic 'Must-Have' rare Chanel
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1990s French Skirt Suits

EKB x 2 – Emma Summerton, Floral Dress, Woman, Vintage, Fashion, Garden, Flower
By Emma Summerton
Located in Zurich, CH
magazine,10 and Big Magazine. Info: – Model: Emma Boyd. – Magazine: Vogue Australia – Clothes: Simone
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2010s Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Early 2000s Emilio Pucci Blue and Purple Tone Cotton Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
earrings and heels for a cocktail party. Excellent vintage condition. Fits like a US size 4. Made in Italy
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Big Earrings Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate big earrings vintage for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 14 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a big earrings vintage from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic big earrings vintage over the years, but those made by Chanel, Antinori Fine Jewels and Givenchy are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A big earrings vintage can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a big earrings vintage, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Big Earrings Vintage?

The price for a big earrings vintage starts at $125 and tops out at $9,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $980.

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 Big Earrings Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Big earrings are typically called statement earrings. The name comes from the fact that these earrings make a bold fashion statement. You can find many styles of statement earrings, including clusters, dangles and drops. Materials also vary and may include precious metals, gemstones, pearls, beads and more. Shop a variety of earrings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Whether 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether 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 ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    A big size for hoop earrings is 40 millimeters and up. At 40 millimeters, hoops are roughly the size of a ping pong ball, while 50-millimeter hoops resemble a golf ball. The largest hoops are generally 60 to 70 millimeters� the sizes of billiard balls and baseballs, respectively. On 1stDibs, find a variety of hoop earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, it can be okay to wear big hoop earrings. Regularly called oversized hoops, these earrings are usually more than 40 millimeters in diameter. The large size can be a good option for pairing with dresses for evenings out. However, keep in mind that big hoop earrings have long been a fashion staple for Black and Latino cultures, and the styling of your attire should be sensitive to this context. For women in Black and Latino communities, hoop earrings have long been associated with strength. Their symbolism as indicators of identity stretches back thousands of years, including to ancient Nubia. Find a wide range of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.