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Diamond Cluster South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 2.56 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of 18K white gold drop earrings featuring 56 round brilliants weighing 2.56 carats and two South Sea pearls measuring 12-13 mm. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$47,700Sale Price|25% Off
Large Marquise Pear Shape Diamond Cluster Earrings 11.01 Carats 18KT F-G VS1-2
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite statement earrings dazzle with a total of 11.01 carats of perfectly matched Marquise and Pear-shaped diamonds, with exceptional quality of F Color and VS Clarity. Set...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,900 / item
South Sea Pearl and Sapphire Cluster Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold South Sea Pearl 13-14 mm Sapphire: 2.97 Carats Diamonds: 0.40 Carats
Diamond, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$3,188Sale Price|24% Off
Diamond Floral Drop Cluster Earrings 0.86 Carats 14 Karat White Gold F-G VS1-2
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Floral cluster drop earrings featuring 166 round brilliants weighing 0.86 carats in 14 karat white gold. Color F-G Clarity VS1-VS2 Big look!!
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of antique diamond cluster earrings. Each identical piece showcases a centralised round faceted old mine cut diamond surrounded by a halo of smaller ma...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Diamond cluster halo earrings crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning diamond cluster earrings made with 1.10ctw of Round diamonds in two-tone 14k gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings
By MJ Gabel
Located in Webster, NY
Cluster diamond stud earrings made in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful a pair of antique diamond cluster earrings. Each identical piece has been crafted from 18ct gold and features a radiant collection of chunky old mine cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Garrard Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking pair of earrings from Garrard & Co. Crafted from 18ct white gold, these identical pieces feature a unique design with a stylised form, encrusted with bright w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Day & Night South Sea Pearl Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings 2.77 CTS 18KT 13-14 MM
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Size 13-14 mm Nature South Sea Cultured Pearl Pearl Quality AAA Luster AAA, Excellent Nacre Very Thick Jewelry Style Earrings Metal Purity 18K Metal Type White Gold Stone Shape...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Cluster Ballerina Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite pair of cluster earrings, meticulously crafted from platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Pearl Clustered Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold mabe pearls diamond earclips, diamonds weighing approx. 2.30 cts, GH VS, stamps POM 18K, measures 3/4 x 3/4 inch, weight 15.6 dwt.
Diamond, Pearl
Sapphire Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful antique pair of silver & 14k yellow gold earrings, feature 2 oval cut sapphires that weigh 8.32ct. The sapphires are adorned with approximately 2.80ct of old mine cut ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, Yellow Gold
Diamond Cluster Earrings with Sapphires
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cluster Earrings with Sapphires In Platinum 16 Rounds F/G color VS/VVS clarity totaling 2.08ct 2 Natural Blue Sapphires totaling 1.05ct 3.42GR
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Ring and Earrings Set
Located in Napoli, NA
A gorgeous Victorian perfectly preserved suite, composed of clip-on earrings and ring, set with rose-cut diamonds and mother of pearls, mounted in 12k rose Gold. All handcrafted, Cir...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Ruby & Diamond Earring & Ring Suite
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This matched earring and ring suite have been crafted from 18 karat white gold and are set with rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Earrings with Sapphires
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cluster Earrings with Sapphires In 18K yellow gold 16 Rounds F/G color VS/VVS clarity totaling 2.08ct 2 Natural Blue Sapphires totaling 1.26ct 2.23GR
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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2.50 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
2.5 ct Round, Pear, Marquise, & Princess Brilliant Cut Diamond Flower Shape Cluster Halo 18k White Gold Clip-On Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond
Platinum Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Platinum diamond cluster stud earrings made with .72CTW of diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Classic Diamond Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of diamond earrings. 1.85 cts of F color VS clarity round brilliant cut diamonds set in pear and marquise shapes. Approximately .78 inches from highest to lowes...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Platinum Cluster Button Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The clustered round cut diamonds are prong set in a slightly convex fashion as these modern earrings gleam with vibrance.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These classic sparkly cluster earrings contain 12 pear shaped diamonds weighing 5.48 carats total.
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Gold and Silver Ring and Earrings Set
Located in Napoli, NA
A gorgeous Victorian perfectly preserved suite, composed of clip-on earrings and ring, set with Old Mine cut diamonds, mounted in 18k rose Gold and silver. On the ring we estimated a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Women's Diamond Jewelry Set in 14K Yellow Gold, Heart Earrings, 0.48ct
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
*Diamond Set For Women -Material 14K Yellow Gold -Condition: New *Earrings Dimension: -Length:10.7mm -Width:10.9mm -Thickness:4.4mm -Total Weight: 3.5grams *Chain Dimension: -Chain...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings & Cocktail Ring Set, Retro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine high-jewelry set rendered in solid 18k yellow gold, featuring luminous 12mm to 15mm South Sea cultured pearls and brilliant diamond scrollwork. The set includes a pair of 1....
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Cluster Floral Stud Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Flower cluster diamond stud earrings made in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cluster Earrings with Diamonds & Sapphires
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Cluster Earrings with Diamonds & Sapphires in 18k WG Blue Sapphires totaling 2.47ct White marquee diamonds totaling 1.87ct White Pear Shape diamonds totaling 1.77ct White Round diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearl Diamond Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold cluster earrings with 7.9-8mm pearls and approx. 2.00ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Multi Diamond Cluster Heart Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pair of heart shaped diamond cluster earrings. Each identical 18ct white gold piece is set with a single 0.10ct princess cut diamond at the centre.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Earrings on Platinum
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cluster Earrings on Platinum Beautiful and timeless piece - combining 2 fancy shapes diamonds Pears and Marquise creating cluster that won`t miss a sparkle.
Diamond, Platinum
38 Carat Natural Amethyst & 9 Ct Diamond Cocktail Earring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 38 Carat Natural Amethyst & 9 CT Diamond Cocktail Earring , 14 Karat Yellow Gold Very desirable color and quality. perfect pair made in 14 Karat Yellow gold Weig...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pair of diamond cluster earrings. Each identical piece has crafted from 14ct white gold and features a 0.28ct round brilliant cut diamond at the centre surround...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Multi Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an scintillating pair of diamond cluster earrings. Each earring has been crafted from 18ct white gold with both pieces identically playing host to three layers of diamon...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
14K Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
These beautiful diamond cluster earrings are made from 1.4 grams of 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Cluster Floral Diamond Earring Dainty Earring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate any look with the refined sparkle of our 0.66 CT Round Cluster Natural Diamond Stud Earrings. These exquisite earrings feature a floral cluster of natural diamonds, each meti...
Diamond, 14k Gold
0.80 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning pair of 18ct yellow gold diamond cluster earrings. Each identical piece takes on a rounded shape and features a single 0.14 carat round brilliant cut diamond ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Dome Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
These delightful vintage 14 karat white gold diamond cluster earrings glitter with approximately 1.85 carats of round brilliant diamonds G-H color and VS clarity.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Pearl Clustered Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold diamond pearl earrings, maker's mark, 18K 750 SJ D-0.53 F-4.24, RBC and marquise shape diamonds weighing 4.77 cts, H-K VS-SI, measures 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches, weight 22.8 dwt.
Diamond, Pearl
Diamond Cluster Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A special pair of earrings featuring a total of 3.45 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.00 Carat Diamond and Pearl Cluster Clip-On Gold Earrings
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Classic Pearl Earrings The earrings are 18K Yellow Gold There are 2.00 Carats in Diamonds D/E VVS There are 12 Cultured 7.4mm Round Pearls The earrings measure 1" Wide. The earr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 0.80ct Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
The centre diamond of each earring weighs 0.10 carat, and is surrounded by further round brilliants each weighing 0.05 carat, bringing the total to 0.40 carat on each earring. The sp...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Braintree, GB
A pair of platinum ruby and diamond cluster earrings, each centred with diamonds and framed by vivid rubies, creating a strong colour contrast and a formal cluster silhouette.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Earrings Cluster Dangle Earrings Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular pair of platinum diamond earrings with a cluster design. The earrings feature sparkling diamond flower clusters at the top and bottom, connected by a delicate line of d...
Diamond, Platinum
1.1 Carat Clover Cluster Fine Emerald Stud Earrings in 0.25 Ct Dia Halo ref443
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings feature a cluster center of bright green emeralds in the shape of a clover (approximate weight 1.10 carats), surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds (approxi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Emerald & Diamond Cluster Earring
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Earrings contain 2 fine oval emeralds, 2.38tcw and 16 round brilliant diamonds surrounding center stones, 3.12tcw. Diamonds are colorless and VS in clarity, excellent cut. All stones...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1.25 Carat Round Fine Cluster Emerald Stud Earrings in 0.2 Ct Dia Halo ref299
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
These round stud earrings feature a cluster center of bright green emeralds (approximate weight 1.25 carats), surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds (approximate weight 0.20 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2ct Natural Diamonds Cluster Earrings 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Cluster & Halo Stud Earrings. 2cts of natural round diamonds: G-color, Vs-2 clarity. 14kt. white gold 3.4 grams.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pair of drop earrings taken from the turn of the 20th century. These antique earrings have been predominantly crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold to showcase...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Flower Cluster Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
These antique flower-shaped stud earrings hand carved from 22K yellow gold feature ninety-eight rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.47 carats and secured with original screw b...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster earrings centered by richly colored faceted amethysts within sparkling diamond halos, suspended from delicate floral diamond surmount...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful pair of earrings dating back to the early 1900s. The earrings feature bright white chunky old cut diamonds that are set in a cluster style.
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Diamond Flower Stud Piercing Jewelry gold stud Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Diamond Flower Stud Piercing Jewelry gold stud Earring Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Metal Yellow Gold Diamond Weight 0.07 ctw Approx Number of Diamonds 5 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond Old European-Cut and Sapphire Earrings, 18k White
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco Style Diamond Old European-Cut and Sapphire Earrings. Matching Ring available. Made in 18K White Gold. Length 1 1/4 inches. The center stones are appx. 1.15 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
White Gold & Chocolate Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
White Gold & Chocolate Diamond Cluster Earrings Timeless earrings containing a cluster of 50 chocolate diamonds each totalling 5cts.
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Oval Diamond Cluster Earrings with Diamond Halo
Located in Great Neck, NY
These stunning diamond cluster earrings are oval shaped. The inside is made from 4 larger diamonds and 4 smaller diamonds which are all surrounded by a diamond halo.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
This is a pair of 18ct white gold ruby and diamond cluster earrings. Each centralised round faceted ruby possesses a rich red velvety colour tone and is framed by a single row of eig...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Cluster Earrings with Diamonds & Green Emeralds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Cluster Earrings with Diamonds & Green Emeralds in 18K Yellow Gold Green Emeralds: Pear Shape 2 stones 0.34CT Pear Shape 4 stones 1.04CT Marquee 2 stones 0.40CT Marquee 2 stones 0.6...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly stunning pair of sapphire and diamond cluster earrings. Each earring plays host to a mid to dark blue sapphire which is surrounded by eight sparkling round brill...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings Description: Elegant and timeless, these drop earrings feature a vibrant pair of pear-shaped emeralds, each framed in a double halo of bril...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
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