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Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Cluster Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Contemporary
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of emerald and diamond cluster stud earrings set in 18k white gold.
Each earring
Category
2010s British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Type 1 Diamond
Stone Shape 1 Round
Stone Count 1 170
Stone Weight 1 1.72 ct.
Stone Clarity 1 SI1+
Stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Twist Hoop Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Twist hoop earrings
0.97 cts G/H SI
14k wg
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings, 1.10 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These fun and playful hoop earrings feature 108 round brilliants weighing 1.10 carats, crafted in
Category
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
18k Dangle Diamond Pearl Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold,
2 diamonds 0.16 cts.
80 diamonds 0.59 cts
13-14 mm South Sea Pearls
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Diamond Cluster Star Shaped Earrings Studs
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold
44 Round diamonds 0.83 Carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Black Diamonds and White Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
diamonds. The abstract shape of these earrings is inspired by the continent.
Earrings crafted in 18K white
Category
2010s British Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings 0.38 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl earrings featuring two pear shape diamonds weighing 0.38 carats, in 18k white gold
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Yellow Diamonds Gold Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning one of a kind Earring features:
Yellow Diamond: 0.48 Cts T/W
White Diamond: 0.23 Cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Diamond Cluster and Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Very Thick
Jewelry Style Earrings
Metal Purity 18K
Metal Type White Gold
Stone Shape 1 Round
Stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold, White Diamonds Stiletto Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
diamonds.
Stiletto Earrings in 18K White Gold
Round Brilliant Diamonds GVS+ = 4.87 ct
Diamond pears = 0.70
Category
2010s Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Cultured Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This elegant earring perfect for special occasion features:
Pearl Size:11-12mm
Nature: Tahitian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Diamond Drop Earrings, 0.57 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Fashionable drop earrings featuring 2 South Sea Pearls, 10-11 mm, and round brilliants 0.57 carats
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearls Diamond and Pear Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold
4.6 Gram white gold
78 diamonds including one dangling pear shape for each earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Diamond Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Very Thick
Jewelry Style Earrings
Metal Purity 18K
Metal Type Rose Gold
Stone Shape 1 Round
Stone Count
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Gold Earrings
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Earrings 3.1 g.
Total Diamond Weight: 1.87 Cts.
Diamond Count: 10
Pearl: South
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold
46 diamonds 0.47 cts.
3.7 g.
9-15 mm pearls
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Black Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Black rhodium
Black Diamonds 1.40 Cts.
South Sea Pearls 11-12 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Interchangeable Sapphires Diamonds Hoop & Dangle Earrings or Pendant
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Sapphires 1.93 Cts
Diamonds 2.32 Cts. F-G SI
18K white Gold
The Earring can be used as only
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tassel Freshwater Pearl and Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow Gold
110 Diamonds 0.54 cts.
FreshWater
Pearls
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Diamonds Fringe Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
fluid lines forming a closed cocoon.
Earrings crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamonds
Diamonds
Category
2010s British Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.96 Carat Natural Pink Diamond Lever-Back Diamond Earrings in 18k Gold ref1574
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite lever-back dangle earrings showcase a cluster of round pink diamonds thoughtfully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold and White Diamonds Ribbon Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
VANLELES.
LYLA'S RIBBON earrings crafted in 18K white gold
Diamonds GVS+ = 2.95 carats
Made in Italy
Category
2010s British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
HARBOR D. Rose Gold Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Type 1 Diamond
Stone Shape 1 Round
Stone Count 1 170
Stone Weight 1 1.72 ct.
Stone Clarity 1 SI1+
Stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold and White Diamonds Bow Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
VANLELES.
Lyla's Bow earrings set in 18k white gold
Diamonds in G/VS+ = 2.25 carats
Made In Italy
Category
2010s British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Earring
Pearl Size: 12mm
Pearl Quality: AAA
Pearl Luster: AAA
Total Cts. Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold and White Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
diamonds. The abstract shape of these earrings is inspired by the African continent.
Earrings crafted in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Dangle Link Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
South Sea Pearl 12-14mm each
1.40 Cts Diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Diamond Drop Earrings, 1.40 Carat 18 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
South Sea pearl drop earrings featuring 10 pear shape diamonds weighing 1.40 carats, in 18k white
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold, White Diamonds and Emeralds Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
gold, rose gold, and titanium, to transport you to this enchanted floral fantasy.
Earrings crafted in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Leaf Diamond and Pearl Dangle Earrings Dangle
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold
Diamonds 0.63 cts
South Sea Pearl 11-12 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Coral Hoop Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Coral
Round Brilliant Diamonds GVS+ = 1.40 ct
Earring size 36 x 37 mm
Made in Italy
Category
2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
South Sea Pearls and Diamonds Drop Dangle Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
46 diamonds 0.47 cts.
3.7 g.
9-15 mm south Sea Pearls
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Diamond Spiral Earrings 5.16 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Eye catching diamond spiral earrings featuring round brilliants weighing 5.16 carats in 18k white
Category
2010s American Contemporary More Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Emeralds Wing Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
, and the famous pilgrimage undertaken by Mansa Musa of the Mali Empire to Mecca .
Earrings crafted in
Category
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Diamond Rhodonite Pearl Earrings 3.10 Carat 18 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold drop earrings featuring two pearls measuring 12-13 mm with diamonds, 0.50 carats
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold, White Diamonds and Sapphires Stiletto Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
diamonds.
Stiletto Earrings crafted in 18K White Gold
Round Brilliant Diamonds GVS+ = 2.12 ct
Sapphires
Category
2010s Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Princess Cut Hoop Earrings 4 Carat 18K Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These 18K yellow gold hoop earrings feature 32 princess cut diamonds weighing 4 carats. Greats
Category
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.30 Carat 14 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow gold drop earrings featuring two Tahitian grey pearls measuring 1-11 mm and diamond tops
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Interchangeable Sapphires Diamonds Hoop & Dangle Earrings 4.25 CTTW 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Sapphires 1.93 Cts
Diamonds 2.32 Cts. F-G SI
18K white Gold
The Earring can be used as only
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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1.00 Carat Diamonds White Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14K White Gold
9.00 mm
1.00 cts Diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Diamonds Large Hoop Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
fluid lines forming a closed cocoon.
Earrings crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamonds
Diamonds
Category
2010s British Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Turquoise Hoop Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Diamonds GVS+ = 1.40 ct
Earring size 36 x 37 mm
Made in Italy
Category
2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Swirl Earrings 3.87 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold earrings featuring 164 round brilliants weighing 3.87 carats.
Color G-H
Clarity SI
Category
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Hoop Earrings 2.95 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold hoop earrings featuring 122 round brilliants weighing 2.95 carats.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Drop Earrings 3.75 Carat 14 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14K White gold drop earrings featuring 94 round brilliants weighing 3.75 carats.
Color G-H
Clarity
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Diamonds and South Sea Pearl Dangling Leaf Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
South Sea Pearl 13-14 mm
Diamonds 0.85 Cts.
1" Long
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earring 2.56 Carat
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Nature: South Sea Cultured Pearl
Nacre : Very Thick
Diamond Weight; 2.56 Cts.
Diamond Color: G+
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Circa 1960s Vintage Diamond Turquoise Drop Earring 9.85 Carats Platinum
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Platinum drop earrings featuring marquise, baguette and round brilliants weighing approximately
Category
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Drop Dangle Diamond Earrings 3.98 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold drop dangle earrings featuring 72 Round Brilliants weighing 3.98 Carats.
Color
Category
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Heart Stud Earrings 0.20 Carats 14 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Small heart stud earrings featuring 78 round brilliants weighing 0.20 carats, in 14 Karat White
Category
2010s Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Sapphire Diamond Drop Earring
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
South Sea Pearl 13-14mm
Sapphire 0.95 Carats
Diamonds 0.60 Carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Round Cluster Diamonds and South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
15 mm South Sea Pearls
Roiund diamonds 1.65 Cts.
The earrings are 1" long
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earring 2.30 Carats
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Nature: South Sea Cultured Pearl
Nacre : Very Thick
Diamond Weight; 2.30 Cts.
Diamond Color: G+
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
HARBOR D. Tahitian Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.70 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold drop earrings featuring two medium color Tahitians grey pearls measuring 10 mm and
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Tri-Color Gold Diamond Drop Earrings 1.50 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14K Tri-color drop earrings featuring 40 round brilliants weighing 1.50 carats.
Color G-H
Clarity
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Mixed Metal
Diamond Bar Dangle Drop Earrings 2.11 Carats 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Long dangle drop earrings featuring a top diamond bar containing 10 round brilliants weighing 1.05
Category
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold and White Diamonds Large Heart Shaped Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
heritage.
Large earrings crafted in 18k white gold
Diamonds GVS = 14.79 carats
Net Weight = 30.70 grams
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Pear Shape Diamond Earrings 0.85 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegant South Sea Pearl earrings featuring 6 pear shape diamonds weighing 0.85 carats in 18k white
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold Stud Tahitian Pearl an Diamond Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
heart 0.25 inches
18K White Gold
46 round diamonds 0.29 cts.
Tahitian Cultured Pearl 10-11 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
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Contemporary Diamond Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of contemporary diamond earrings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find a collection of 1116 vintage versions or 9746 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 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of contemporary diamond earrings made by Contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Meghna Jewels, Harbor Diamonds and Goshwara produced popular versions that are worth a look. There are many round cut, pear cut and oval cut contemporary diamond earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of contemporary diamond 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 Contemporary Diamond Earrings?
Prices for contemporary diamond earrings start at $110 and top out at $2,895,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $5,207.
A Close Look at Contemporary Jewelry
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 Contemporary Diamond Earrings
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023There is no single type of diamond earring that shines the most. How much sparkle a diamond earring has depends on the gemstone's cut. Generally, brilliant cuts like the round, pear, marquise, oval, heart, radiant and princess show off the most sparkle and shine. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023What diamond earrings symbolize is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Some people associate diamonds with true love, making earrings set with the gemstones a romantic gift. Diamonds are also the birthstone for April and may be worn to represent a person’s birthday. On 1stDibs, find a collection of diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The best diamond for earrings is one that appeals to you and suits your budget. When set in earrings, many diamond cuts look attractive, such as the brilliant round, the oval, the pear, the princess, the emerald and the cushion. When considering color, keep the setting in mind. With yellow or rose gold, diamonds rated I through K or better can be ideal, depending on the size, while platinum and rose gold will nicely offset diamonds rated H through J or better. Because you rarely view diamond earrings up close, inclusions are difficult to spot. As a result, most experts recommend choosing SI1 clarity or higher. Explore a large selection of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best diamond for earrings. Brilliant cuts can provide sparkle that draws the eye and adds glamor to materials, while step-cut styles emphasize the color and clarity of high-quality gemstones. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, you can wear pearl earrings with diamond earrings if you wish. One way to tie the look together is to choose pearl and diamond earrings with matching settings. For example, you can pair platinum diamond and pearl earrings or yellow gold diamond and pearl earrings. Shop a large assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The cost of a diamond earring varies based on a number of factors. The price of diamond earrings largely depends on its caratage. Other factors that influence the price include, cut, clarity, condition, and craftsmanship. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a diamond earring starting at $83.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Generally, a good rating for diamond earrings is SI2 and above for clarity and H or above for color. Diamond earrings with these ratings will appear eye-clean, meaning any imperfections and inclusions will be difficult to spot with the naked eye. The diamond's color is also likely to appear clear in its setting. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if diamond earrings are real, you can conduct some tests yourself. Try breathing on the gemstones to produce a fog and watch how quickly it disappears. Fake gemstones will hold onto the condensation for longer than authentic diamonds. You can also try dropping the earrings into water. Generally, authentic diamonds will sink due to their weight, but glass imitations are lighter and will float. If you remain uncertain as to whether your diamond jewelry is real, a certified appraiser can assist you. Shop a collection of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, you can order diamond earrings online. Some jewelry makers sell diamond earrings directly to customers through their official websites. Others partner with third-party online stores that sell rings from a variety of makers. You can also shop on trusted online platforms to find diamond earrings. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary diamond earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, diamond earrings can be a good gift. Since there are many different types available, you can find diamond-set earrings to suit nearly every taste. To select a gift they'll love, think about the types of jewelry they usually wear. Diamond studs or small hoops featuring diamonds can be a good option for everyday wear, while dramatic diamond dangles can be an attractive accessory for special occasions. Shop a wide variety of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Yes, it can be good to wear diamond earrings. Diamonds are a visually appealing gemstone, and their popularity means that you can find them on many different types of earrings, from dainty studs to swingy dangles to classic hoops to dramatic chandeliers. Rated at the top of the Mohs scale, diamonds are also hard and can hold up to the effects of regular wear. Shop a wide range of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The four Cs for diamond earrings are cut, color, clarity and carats. The cut refers to the number of facets and their arrangement, which affect a diamond's shape and sparkle. Color means whether diamonds have a noticeable yellow tint; completely clear diamonds are the rarest. Clarity is whether a diamond has any inclusions or imperfections, and carats describe the weight or size of the diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023One way to know if diamond earrings are real is to try the fog test. To do so, breathe on the earrings, and then look to see how long the fog created by your breath lasts. On real diamonds, the fog clears quickly. While this test can provide fairly accurate results, experts generally agree that the best way to authenticate diamond jewelry is to enlist the services of an experienced jeweler, jewelry dealer or appraiser. They can examine your jewelry thoroughly to give you a definitive answer as to whether or not it's real. Shop a diverse assortment of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The most popular diamond earring shape can vary from season to season based on trends. However, some shapes have timeless appeal and always remain in style. Examples include stud earrings in brilliant round, oval and princess cuts. Explore a large selection of diamond earrings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, you can try to tell when diamond earrings are fake through various tests. One of the simplest and safest for jewelry is the breath test, where you breathe on the earrings and watch to see how quickly the fog clears. The condensation will usually disappear more quickly from a genuine diamond. Because it can be difficult to determine a real diamond from a synthetic one through sight and basic at-home tests, most experts recommend consulting a jeweler, an experienced dealer or an appraiser. Shop a variety of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, diamond hoop earrings can be in style. The choice to wear diamond hoop earrings is really a matter of personal preference.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The price of diamonds depends on the size, the quality, the color and the carat. The average price for a small white diamond stud that is .25 Carat is $285.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term 1-carat diamond earrings means a pair of earrings set with diamond gemstones that have a total weight of 200 milligrams. Depending on the design, each earring may hold one diamond or several smaller gems. You'll find a variety of diamond gemstone earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The best color available for diamond stud earrings is D. Only the finest colorless diamonds receive this rating. E and F diamonds are also highly ranked. People rarely view stud earrings up close when you're wearing them, so G, H, I and J-rated diamonds are also likely to appear colorless once set. Explore a large selection of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether 1.3-carat diamond earrings are too small is a matter of personal opinion. A pair of earrings with a total carat weight of 1.3 is considered to be medium-sized. The smallest diamond earrings are around 0.25 carats, while the largest are 1.5 carats or more. Explore a wide range of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
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