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Diamond Cross Stud Earrings in 10k Rose Gold
Diamond Cross Stud Earrings in 10k Rose Gold

Diamond Cross Stud Earrings in 10k Rose Gold

$532Sale Price|20% Off

W 0.5 in L 1 in

Diamond Cross Stud Earrings in 10k Rose Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Diamond Cross Stud Earrings in 10k Rose Gold These refined cross stud earrings are crafted in 10k

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Chanel red gripoix cross drop clip on earrings
Chanel red gripoix cross drop clip on earrings

Chanel red gripoix cross drop clip on earrings

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s stunning and rare Chanel Red Cross gripoix drop clip-on earrings a blue rhinestone

Category

1990s French Dangle Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Cross CC Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Cross CC Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Cross CC Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Honolulu, HI

Specifications: Designer: CHANEL Total Weight: 21.6 Grams Earring Length: ~1.75" Plated: Gold

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Massive EDOUARD RAMBAUD Cross Pearl Dangling Earrings
Vintage Massive EDOUARD RAMBAUD Cross Pearl Dangling Earrings

Vintage Massive EDOUARD RAMBAUD Cross Pearl Dangling Earrings

By Edouard Rambaud

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive EDOUARD RAMBAUD Cross Pearl Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.22 inches

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Vintage GRIPOIX Byzantine Cross Poured Glass Dangling Earrings
Vintage GRIPOIX Byzantine Cross Poured Glass Dangling Earrings

Vintage GRIPOIX Byzantine Cross Poured Glass Dangling Earrings

By Maison Gripoix

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage GRIPOIX Byzantine Cross Poured Glass Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.15 inches

Category

20th Century French Drop Earrings

Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cross Stud Earrings
Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cross Stud Earrings

Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cross Stud Earrings

Located in London, GB

These beautiful 18 carat white gold stud earrings feature an abstract design, composed of six thin

Category

Vintage 1970s European Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Pearl, Diamond and Gold Cross Dangle Earrings
Antique Pearl, Diamond and Gold Cross Dangle Earrings

Antique Pearl, Diamond and Gold Cross Dangle Earrings

Located in London, GB

Antique Diamond and Pearl dangle earrings made up of three moving sections. Finished with gold

Category

Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Abstract Cross Dangling Earrings
Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Abstract Cross Dangling Earrings

Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Abstract Cross Dangling Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring an abstract cross

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Cross Shaped 14k Yellow Gold Omega Clip-On Earrings
Cross Shaped 14k Yellow Gold Omega Clip-On Earrings

Cross Shaped 14k Yellow Gold Omega Clip-On Earrings

Located in Sugar Land, TX

♥ Product Summary ♥ Details: Cross Shaped Earrings Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimensions: 28MM

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Diamond Single Dangle Earring Mined 14K Yellow Gold
Cross Diamond Single Dangle Earring Mined 14K Yellow Gold

Cross Diamond Single Dangle Earring Mined 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Dearborn, MI

Cross Diamond Single Dangle Earring Mined 14K Yellow Gold This is for a Single Earring, Not a

Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Cross Charm Dangle Hoop Earrings #20549
18 Karat Yellow Cross Charm Dangle Hoop Earrings #20549

18 Karat Yellow Cross Charm Dangle Hoop Earrings #20549

Located in Washington Depot, CT

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Charm Dangle Hoop Earrings- These classic hoop earrings feature

Category

20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cross Stitch Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
18K Yellow Gold Cross Stitch Sapphire and Diamond Earrings

18K Yellow Gold Cross Stitch Sapphire and Diamond Earrings

$13,050 / set

W 0.71 in D 0.4 in L 1.3 in

18K Yellow Gold Cross Stitch Sapphire and Diamond Earrings

By Valentin Magro

Located in New York, NY

An elegant duo of sapphire and diamond in a cross-bar stitch pattern creates delicate earrings. The

Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

CHANEL Vintage Cross CC Dangly Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Cross CC Dangly Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Cross CC Dangly Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Honolulu, HI

Specifications: Designer: CHANEL Total Weight: 30.0 Grams Earring Length: ~2.5" Plated: Gold

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings with Crosses
Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings with Crosses

Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings with Crosses

By Spectra Fine Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

many a jewelry box. These Contemporary Diamond Pavé Cross Drop Hoop Earrings, made in the 21st century

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Jewelled Black Enamel Cross Dangling Earrings
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Jewelled Black Enamel Cross Dangling Earrings

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Jewelled Black Enamel Cross Dangling Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a black enamel cross

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Dot Cross Clip on Earrings
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Dot Cross Clip on Earrings

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Dot Cross Clip on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Dot Cross Clip on Earrings *Marked 94 *Made in France -It is

Category

1990s French Artisan Stud Earrings

14K Two Tone Diamond Hoop Earrings 0.50c Double Cross Over
14K Two Tone Diamond Hoop Earrings 0.50c Double Cross Over

14K Two Tone Diamond Hoop Earrings 0.50c Double Cross Over

Located in Sewickley, PA

These elegant hoop earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold and feature a graceful crossover design

Category

Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3

Located in Diera, Dubai

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3 features three earrings with two of the same

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3

Located in Diera, Dubai

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Hoop Earrings Set of 3 features three earrings with two of the same

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Cross Pearl Dangle Clip On Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Cross Pearl Dangle Clip On Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Cross Pearl Dangle Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1993 Collection Gold Plated The earrings are in good

Category

Antique 19th Century Drop Earrings

Vintage 1997 CHANEL Logo Cross Pearl Earrings
Vintage 1997 CHANEL Logo Cross Pearl Earrings

Vintage 1997 CHANEL Logo Cross Pearl Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 1997 CHANEL Logo Cross Pearl Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.38 inches (3.5 cms) Width

Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

CHROME HEARTS sterling silver MINI CROSS BALL Stud Earring (single)
CHROME HEARTS sterling silver MINI CROSS BALL Stud Earring (single)

CHROME HEARTS sterling silver MINI CROSS BALL Stud Earring (single)

By Chrome Hearts

Located in Zürich, CH

These 100% authentic Chrome Hearts Mini Cross Ball Ear Studs are crafted from high-quality sterling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings

CHROME HEARTS sterling silver MINI CROSS BALL Stud Earring (single)
CHROME HEARTS sterling silver MINI CROSS BALL Stud Earring (single)

CHROME HEARTS sterling silver MINI CROSS BALL Stud Earring (single)

By Chrome Hearts

Located in Zürich, CH

These 100% authentic Chrome Hearts Mini Cross Ball Ear Studs are crafted from high-quality sterling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings

Vintage JACKY DE G Baroque Cross Pearl Rhinestone Dangling Earrings
Vintage JACKY DE G Baroque Cross Pearl Rhinestone Dangling Earrings

Vintage JACKY DE G Baroque Cross Pearl Rhinestone Dangling Earrings

By Jacky De G

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage JACKY DE G Baroque Cross Pearl Rhinestone Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.95

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Vintage NORMA JEAN gold cross dangle earrings
Vintage NORMA JEAN gold cross dangle earrings

Vintage NORMA JEAN gold cross dangle earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed NORMA JEAN • matte gold tone finish • vintage designer runway dangle cross

Category

20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

14KT White Gold Round Diamond Divine Radiance Pave Cross Huggie Earrings
14KT White Gold Round Diamond Divine Radiance Pave Cross Huggie Earrings

14KT White Gold Round Diamond Divine Radiance Pave Cross Huggie Earrings

Located in Antwerp, BE

delicate, free-swinging cross charm. Both the hoop and the cross are meticulously set with brilliant-cut

Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14KT Yellow Gold Round Diamond Divine Radiance Pave Cross Huggie Earrings
14KT Yellow Gold Round Diamond Divine Radiance Pave Cross Huggie Earrings

14KT Yellow Gold Round Diamond Divine Radiance Pave Cross Huggie Earrings

Located in Antwerp, BE

delicate, free-swinging cross charm. Both the hoop and the cross are meticulously set with brilliant-cut

Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Rope Cross Large Clip on Earrings
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Rope Cross Large Clip on Earrings

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Rope Cross Large Clip on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Rope Cross Large Clip on Earrings *Marked 28 *Made in France *Comes

Category

1990s French Artisan Drop Earrings

PIRANESI 18kt Black Gold 2.31 tcw Diamond Cross Drop Earrings
PIRANESI 18kt Black Gold 2.31 tcw Diamond Cross Drop Earrings

PIRANESI 18kt Black Gold 2.31 tcw Diamond Cross Drop Earrings

By Piranesi

Located in San Diego, CA

PIRANESI Diamond Cross Drop Earrings Style: Drop Metal: 18kt Black Gold Size: 1.25' Inches

Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Slane & Slane Rock Crystal Cross Stud Earrings - Sterling Silver 925 Pierced
Slane & Slane Rock Crystal Cross Stud Earrings - Sterling Silver 925 Pierced

Slane & Slane Rock Crystal Cross Stud Earrings - Sterling Silver 925 Pierced

By Slane and Slane

Located in Greensboro, NC

Crystal (quartz) Style: Stud Fastening Type: Omega Closures Theme: Cross Measurements Tall: 25/32

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Wendy Brandes 18K Gold Crossed Axe Stud Earrings with Diamonds
Wendy Brandes 18K Gold Crossed Axe Stud Earrings with Diamonds

Wendy Brandes 18K Gold Crossed Axe Stud Earrings with Diamonds

By Wendy Brandes

Located in New York, NY

This crossed-axe earring design was originally created by designer Wendy Brandes for singer

Category

2010s Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, YSL Gold & Crystal Maltese Cross Pendant Earrings
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, YSL Gold & Crystal Maltese Cross Pendant Earrings

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, YSL Gold & Crystal Maltese Cross Pendant Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

characterized by a bold Maltese cross shape, elegantly crafted from gold-tone metal. The earrings are adorned

Category

Vintage 1980s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Alex Jona White Diamond Yellow Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings
Alex Jona White Diamond Yellow Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings

Alex Jona White Diamond Yellow Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings

$1,662 / set

H 0.47 in W 0.28 in D 0.08 in

Alex Jona White Diamond Yellow Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold stud earrings set with

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings
Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings

Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings

$1,662 / set

H 0.47 in W 0.28 in D 0.08 in

Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Criss Cross Stud Earrings

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold stud earrings set with 0.25

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Drop Pierced Earrings
Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Drop Pierced Earrings

Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Drop Pierced Earrings

Located in Wokingham, England

Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Sapphire Cuff Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski Element

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Late 20th Century Tiffany & Co Maltese Cross Diamond Platinum Stud Earrings
Late 20th Century Tiffany & Co Maltese Cross Diamond Platinum Stud Earrings

Late 20th Century Tiffany & Co Maltese Cross Diamond Platinum Stud Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Boca Raton, FL

These elegant Tiffany & Co. earrings feature the iconic Maltese Cross design, crafted in platinum

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

CHANEL Vintage Gold Maltese Cross Clip-On Drop Earrings, Circa 1990s
CHANEL Vintage Gold Maltese Cross Clip-On Drop Earrings, Circa 1990s

CHANEL Vintage Gold Maltese Cross Clip-On Drop Earrings, Circa 1990s

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1994 Collection The earrings are in good

Category

Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold

1980s Brown Resin Cross Motif Rhinestone Embellished Earrings
1980s Brown Resin Cross Motif Rhinestone Embellished Earrings

1980s Brown Resin Cross Motif Rhinestone Embellished Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

These striking 1980s Brown Resin Cross Motif Rhinestone Embellished Earrings are a perfect blend of

Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Emerald Lake Green Cross Flower Crystals Earrings
Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Emerald Lake Green Cross Flower Crystals Earrings

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Emerald Lake Green Cross Flower Crystals Earrings

By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer Vintage 1950s Emerald Lake Green Cross Flower Crystals Rectangle

Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Sapphire Cross Dainty Hoop Earrings with Diamonds 18k Solid White Gold
Sapphire Cross Dainty Hoop Earrings with Diamonds 18k Solid White Gold

Sapphire Cross Dainty Hoop Earrings with Diamonds 18k Solid White Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Diamond and Blue Sapphire Cross Hoop Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond Drop Hanging Cross Shape Earrings
18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond Drop Hanging Cross Shape Earrings

18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond Drop Hanging Cross Shape Earrings

Located in New York, NY

18k Solid White Gold Natural Diamond Cross Shape Earrings Metal Type: 18k Solid White Gold Total

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Lacroix Vintage Large Cross Heart Crystals Purple Black Drop Earrings
Christian Lacroix Vintage Large Cross Heart Crystals Purple Black Drop Earrings

Christian Lacroix Vintage Large Cross Heart Crystals Purple Black Drop Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Wokingham, England

Dangle Drop Elegant Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light colour loss at back

Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Roman Pillar Cross Pearl Earrings
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Roman Pillar Cross Pearl Earrings

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Roman Pillar Cross Pearl Earrings

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Roman Pillar Cross Pearl Earrings Measurements: Height: 2 inches (5 cm

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Baroque Cross Ripple Deep Grey Enamel Gold Openwork Tear Drop Clip Earrings
Baroque Cross Ripple Deep Grey Enamel Gold Openwork Tear Drop Clip Earrings

Baroque Cross Ripple Deep Grey Enamel Gold Openwork Tear Drop Clip Earrings

Located in Wokingham, England

Baroque Cross Ripple Deep Grey Enamel Tear Drop Clip Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski Element The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

1.18 Carat Multi Color Round Sapphire and Diamond Crossed Fashion Earrings
1.18 Carat Multi Color Round Sapphire and Diamond Crossed Fashion Earrings

1.18 Carat Multi Color Round Sapphire and Diamond Crossed Fashion Earrings

By Roman Malakov

Located in New York, NY

This chic and sassy pair of earrings showcases a unique criss-cross design with 36 multicolored

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Drop Clip On Earrings
Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Drop Clip On Earrings

Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Drop Clip On Earrings

Located in Wokingham, England

Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Aqua Blue Sapphire Cuff Drop Clip Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Cross Shape 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
Cross Shape 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Stud Earrings

Cross Shape 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant and timeless, these 14k diamond cross stud earrings are a perfect blend of sophistication

Category

2010s American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum

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Cross Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of cross earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 48 vintage editions and 93 modern creations to choose from as well. 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. There are many different pieces in our collection of cross earrings to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern cross earrings are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Tiffany & Co., LB Exclusive and Valentin Magro produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 66, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut cross earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of cross 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 Cross Earrings?

On average, cross earrings at 1stDibs sell for $1,655, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $110,000 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.