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18k Gold and Blackened Sterling Silver Tourmaline and Garnet Earrings
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
a frame of blackened sterling silver enhanced with rays of gold. The garnets which are mounted in
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2010s Dutch Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Stud Earrings w/ Labradorite Marquise Cabochon w/ 14kt gold post
By Alberian & Aulde
Located in Weehawken, NJ
This luminous sterling silver "Turtle" stud earring is exceptionally versatile without being
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21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Labradorite, Gold, Sterling Silver

Cabochon Tanzanite Diamond 18k Gold Silver Dangle Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
cabochon tanzanites which are capped with full cut diamonds and set in 18ct gold and oxidized sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver

Valerie Jo Coulson, Electric Blue Topaz cabochon cut, Gold and Silver Earrings
By Valerie Jo Coulson
Located in Pequea, PA
. Handmade Sterling Silver earring backs provide optimum balance and comfort with 14k Yellow Gold earring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Sil...

AJD Dreamy Oval Cabochon Rhodochrosite Earrings in Gold over Sterling Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Favorite oval cabochon Rhodochrosite earrings set in gold rhodium over Sterling Silver. These
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2010s American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Rhodocrosite, Gold, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine Cabochon Teardrop Gold Plated Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
These stunning aquamarine cabochon teardrop earrings are from a limited edition. They have been
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

18k Gold and Sterling Silver Drop Earrings with Labradorite and Freshwater Pearl
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A striking and versatile pair of earrings handcrafted from 18kt yellow gold and sterling silver
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2010s Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Labradorite, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Rose Quartz and Rhodolite Garnet 18K Gold and Oxidised Sterling Silver Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in Tuxedo Park, NY
These very contemporary rose quartz, rhodolite garnet, 18K gold, and oxidised sterling silver drop
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Quartz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Amethyst Drop Earrings Sterling Silver with Gold Vermeil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst, Vermeil, and Sterling Silver Earrings From an unknown maker Unsigned Each Measuring 2.5
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20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

14kt ~ Sterling Silver .925 Blue Topaz Cabochon 1/2" x 3/4" Post Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
14kt and Sterling Silver .925 Blue Topaz oval Cabochon 1/2" x 3/4" Post Earrings THEORY OF GIVING
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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Rose Quartz and Rhodolite Garnet 18K Gold and Oxidised Sterling Silver Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in TUXEDO PARK, NY
These very contemporary rose quartz, rhodolite garnet, 18K gold, and oxidised sterling silver drop
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Quartz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Moonstone, Citrine, 18K Gold and Oxidised Sterling Silver Drop Pierced Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in Tuxedo Park, NY
These very contemporary moonstone,citrine, 18K gold, and oxidised sterling silver drop pierced
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Moonstone, Citrine, 18K Gold and Oxidised Sterling Silver Drop Pierced Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in TUXEDO PARK, NY
These very contemporary moonstone,citrine, 18K gold, and oxidised sterling silver drop pierced
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling & Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Chevron Dangle Earrings - 925 & 18k Cabochon
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Genuine Lapis Lazuli Cut: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Contemporary Earrings with Green Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
and Vogue UA publications. These contemporary earrings are crafted from Yellow Gold-Plated Sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Quartz, Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Five Dots Single Stud Earring with Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver, Gold-Plated
By Ryunosuke Suginaka
Located in Tokyo, JP
light green round dot Chrysophrase. This single earring is made of Sterling Silver with 18 karat yellow
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2010s Japanese Artist Stud Earrings

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Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

14kt Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver .925 Amethyst & Citrine Leverback Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
14kt And Sterling Silver Amethyst and Citrine Cabochons Leverback Earring with Post Measures approx
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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Gold Plated Sterling Silver Contemporary Fig Earrings with Green Amber
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Fig cocktail earrings in yellow gold-plated sterling silver with detachable cabochon green
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Quartz, Amber, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold Plate, Sterl...

Gold Plated Sterling Silver Contemporary Fig Earrings with Green Amber
Gold Plated Sterling Silver Contemporary Fig Earrings with Green Amber
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Vintage Gold Sterling Silver Geode Amethyst Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of sparkling geode earrings with round cabochon amethysts measuring approximately 2.50-2.90 mm
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1990s American Artisan Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Geode, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co Citrine Earrings Square Sterling Silver 18k Gold Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
and posts for pierced ears. Metal & Hallmark: Sterling silver & 18 karat yellow gold. The earrings
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Enid Kaplan Sterling Silver Gold Carnelian Onyx Postmodernist Synergy Earrings
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hand made sterling silver, 14k gold, carnelian and onyx post modernist earrings created by artist
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1990s American Artisan Drop Earrings

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Carnelian, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver- Hand Fabricated Kingman Turquoise - Cobblestone Earrings
By Sherman Jewelry
Located in Greeneville, TN
gleaming sterling silver, the earrings showcase the meticulous work of a skilled craftsperson. The
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Stud Earrings

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

16.45 Carat Aquamarine and Tsavorite Earring in 18K gold-plated sterling silver
Located in Hong Kong, HK
of aquamarine, set in 18K gold-plated sterling silver. Each aquamarine is a substantial gemstone, its
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Aquamarine, Tsavorite, Silver

Double Oval Cabochon Amethyst and Ruby Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-cut African ruby, handset in 18k gold vermeil over sterling silver. Straight post in the middle of
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Double Oval Cabochon Amethyst and Ruby Earrings
Double Oval Cabochon Amethyst and Ruby Earrings
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H 0.88 in W 0.57 in
Moon drop Single Earring with Moonstone, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver
By Ryunosuke Suginaka
Located in Tokyo, JP
with cabochon cut look like a moon drop. This single earring is made of Sterling Silver with 18 Karat
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2010s Japanese Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Moon drop Single Earring with Amethyst, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver
By Ryunosuke Suginaka
Located in Tokyo, JP
earring is made of Sterling Silver with 18 Karat gold plated as one of the Night Collection. Purple stone
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2010s Japanese Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Elegant Carved Cabochon Amethyst Flower Button Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold vermeil over sterling silver. The amethyst is uniquely carved in the flower pattern on the back
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Two Dots Stud Earring with Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver, Light Pink Plated
By Ryunosuke Suginaka
Located in Tokyo, JP
milky green round dot Chrysophrase. This single earring is made of Sterling Silver with light pink gold
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2010s Japanese Artist Stud Earrings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Amber
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Plum Blossom cocktail clip-on earrings with green cabochon drops of amber are made of
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amber, Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Silver, Gold Plate, Sterling Silv...

Sterling Silver Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Amber
Sterling Silver Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Amber
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W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.46 in
John Hardy 18k Sterling Silver Citrine Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 22.9 grams
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Sterling Silver

Citrine, Lemon Quartz, Moonstone, Rock Crystal Sterling Silver/ 18K Gold Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in TUXEDO PARK, NY
These very contemporary oxidised sterling silver and 18K gold drop pierced earrings playfully
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Moonstone, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Citrine Lemon Quartz, Moonstone, Rock Crystal Sterling Silver/ 18K Gold Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in Tuxedo Park, NY
These very contemporary oxidised sterling silver and 18K gold drop pierced earrings playfully
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Moonstone, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Silver Earrings and Pendant Suite
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
The Turquoise Ruby Sapphire 18kt Gold Silver Earrings and Pendant Suite, has been handmade in our
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterli...

Stunning Cabochon-cut Cushion Chrysocolla and Oval Prehnite Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
prehnite, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The chrysocolla and prehnite combo gives
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Other, Chrysocolla, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold, Silver, Coral and Diamond Wire Drop Earrings
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
A perfect combination - pure 24 karat yellow gold, silver & coral! Ancient Egyptians used coral
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Double Oval Cabochon Citrine and Ruby Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-cut African ruby, handset in 18k gold vermeil over sterling silver. Straight post with large friction
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Australian Boulder Opal, Turquoise, Silver and 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
) set in hand-fabricated, oxidized sterling silver with 18k yellow gold accent prongs and French wire
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold, Sterling Si...

Amethyst Flower Earrings in Silver with 24 Karat Gold Vermeil and Gemstones
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
“Estaa Amethyst Flower Earrings“

 Handcrafted in Sterling Silver with 24kt Yellow Gold Vermeil
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2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Amethyst, Ruby, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...

Blue topaz, Moonstone, Peridot & Chrysoprase Sterling and 18K Gold Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in TUXEDO PARK, NY
These very contemporary oxidised sterling silver and 18K gold drop pierced earrings playfully
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

6mm Japanese Freshwater White Pearl Stud Earrings in 925 Sterling Silver
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Simple and elegant real pearl stud earrings set in 14k white gold plated 925 sterling silver for
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2010s Japanese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver

Turquoise Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dangle Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
The Turquoise Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dangle Earrings, are one of a kind and have been
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterli...

Cartier Geometric Sterling, Onyx and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of Cartier signed Geometric Sterling and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings. They measure 1 1
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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Silver

Stunning Cabochon Mother of Pearl and Carved Serpentine Flower Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num's Stunning Cabochon Mother of Pearl and Carved Serpentine Flower Drop Earrings This
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2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Oval Cabochon Green Beryl Vermeil Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
satin texturing technique, and hand set in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. Straight post
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Beryl, Green Beryl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Blue Topaz, Moonstone, Peridot & Chrysoprase Sterling and 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Lucy Martin
Located in Tuxedo Park, NY
These very contemporary oxidised sterling silver and 18K gold drop pierced earrings playfully
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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Moonstone, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Yumi Ueno Retro Geometric Gold, Silver, & Carnelian Earrings
By Yumi Ueno
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine pair of retro geometric earrings. In gold & silver with carnelian cabochons. By
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20th Century American Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold

Yumi Ueno Retro Geometric Gold, Silver, & Carnelian Earrings
Yumi Ueno Retro Geometric Gold, Silver, & Carnelian Earrings
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H 0.99 in W 0.24 in L 1.07 in
Coral Diamond 18 Karat Gold Silver Dangle Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
hand engraving work using botanical motifs in 18kt gold and oxidized sterling silver, and embedded the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Hand-Carved Silver Gold Plated Aquamarine Ruby Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
hand-carved and hand-engraved in our workshops. They are made in sterling silver coated in 24k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver

Bijoux Num Oval Cabochon and Carved Flower Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Oval Cabochon and Carved Flower Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings This gorgeous pair of
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2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Oval Cabochon and Carved Flower Mother of Pearl Drop Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
flower, adorned with round simulated diamond, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver
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2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Stunning Cabochon Mother of Pearl and Carved Rose Quartz Flower Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with cushion-cut green amethyst in center, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver
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2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Silver Labradorite Earrings
By Esther Eyre
Located in London, GB
Sterling silver earrings in London blue topaz. With post and butterfly fittings. Esther Eyre has
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2010s British Baroque Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

Labradorite, Silver

Melie Jewelry Cleopatra & Marcus Earrings, 14K Gold & Oxidized Silver&Tourmaline
By Melie Jewelry
Located in Levent, 34
Melie Jewelry Cleopatra & Marcus Earrings 14K Yellow Gold, 0.70 ct Green Tourmaline, 1.30 g
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2010s Turkish Classical Roman Stud Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Silver

Jill Garber Sterling Silver Repousse' Relief with Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
cabochons • Pair of 8 x 10 mm high dome Mother of Pearl cabochons • Fine sterling silver lever back ear
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2010s American Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chrysoprase Gold Plate Drop Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
are set in exquisite hand engraving work. The earrings are made in sterling silver coated in 24k gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Gold Plated Rainbow Moonstone Chandelier Earrings
Located in Okemos, MI
style. Made with 14karat gold plated sterling silver. Beautiful crossover of modern and traditional
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2010s Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Teardrop Labradorite Dangle Gold Plated Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
ring. 52 mm from top of earring hook x 10mm The earrings are made in sterling silver coated in 24k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Labradorite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 13.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings 18K Gold/Sterling
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
clasp wires. The backing of the earrings is sterling silver. Beautiful and classic.
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2010s Indonesian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Moonstone Gold Plate Drop Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
work and embedded the earrings with rainbow moonstones. They are made in sterling silver with 24ct gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Kyanite, Diamonds and Opal Chandelier Dangle Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
and round, brilliant cut diamonds throughout the setting. Set in sterling silver with 18K gold posts
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

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Cabochon Sterling Silver And Gold Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of cabochon sterling silver and gold earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using silver, gold and sterling silver. Find a collection of 101 vintage versions or 384 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of cabochon sterling silver and gold earrings made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with artisan — are very popular. Bijoux Num, Marcello Fontana and Emma Chapman each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 103, are particularly popular. There are many cabochon, oval cut and round cut cabochon sterling silver and gold earrings for sale. When shopping our range of cabochon sterling silver and gold earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Cabochon Sterling Silver And Gold Earrings?

On average, cabochon sterling silver and gold earrings at 1stDibs sell for $650, while they’re typically $40 on the low end and $70,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.