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Antique Edwardian Earrings of Pink Paste Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Superb quality earrings designed with the flourish of garlands, have been made of foiled pastes in
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Diamond, Sapphire+Moonstone Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A unique pair of earrings from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in platinum with a sterling
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond, Sapphire+Moonstone Earrings
Edwardian Diamond, Sapphire+Moonstone Earrings
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W 0.345 in D 0.25 in L 2.5 in
Edwardian 2.00ct Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
backs. These gorgeous studs are from the Edwardian era dating back to circa 1910s. Gemstone: Diamond
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Stud Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Pearl Black Onyx Sautoir Earring Edwardian Earring
Located in New York, NY
elegance. These one-of-a-kind earrings showcase a classic sautoir design synonymous with the Art Deco era
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Pearl Black Onyx Sautoir Earring Edwardian Earring
Pearl Black Onyx Sautoir Earring Edwardian Earring
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H 0.76 in W 0.76 in L 2.76 in
Antique Edwardian 18ct 0.22ct Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
drop earrings. ERA Edwardian, 1901-1910 MEASUREMENTS Earrings Drop - 0.9cm Drop Diameter - 0.3cm
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20th Century English Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautifully detailed pair of sapphire and diamond drop earrings from the Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1900-10
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
. This pair of earrings were constructed by combining two pairs of antique earrings of the same era to
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 15k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Cluster Earrings Circa 1900-1910
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
: 6.59 grams Measurements: Drop length 1.8cm Era: Edwardian Circa 1900-10 The Edwardian jewellery period
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian French 18kt Opal + Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible pair of earrings from the Edwardian (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, these
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian French 18kt Opal + Diamond Dangle Earrings
Edwardian French 18kt Opal + Diamond Dangle Earrings
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W 0.25 in D 0.25 in L 1.44 in
Edwardian 3.80ct Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1900-10
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
estimated weight 3.80ct Metal: 15k gold Weight: 3.63 grams Measurements: Length 3.3cm Era: Edwardian Circa
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 15k Gold

Earrings White Gold Diamonds Seed Pearls Edwardian ca. 1910
Located in Berlin, DE
These finely crafted delicate Edwardian earrings from ca. 1910 are perfect for a sophisticated lady
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, White Gold

Late Edwardian Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Adorn your ears with the timeless romance of late Edwardian diamond drop earrings, reminiscent of an era
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Earrings

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

Edwardian 0.95 Total Carat Pear Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful pair of diamond earrings from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in platinum-topped
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 0.95 Total Carat Pear Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
Edwardian 0.95 Total Carat Pear Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
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D 0.19 in Dm 0.38 in L 1.25 in
Edwardian 18k Dangling Jade Earrings with Diamonds, Onyx, + Pearls
Located in Narberth, PA
Absolutely jaw-dropping jade earrings from the Edwardian (ca 1910) era! Each post-back earring
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Circa 1910 12 Carat Emerald Cabochon Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Antique Edwardian era, circa 1910 18k gold earrings, with center oval emerald cabochons
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian More Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Edwardian GIA Certified 2.80 Carat Total Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edwardian era Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings composed of 18k yellow gold. Set with two Old
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Stud Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Almandine Garnet and Seed Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
true testament to the elegance and sophistication of the Edwardian era. The shield-shaped design is
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian 1905 Antique French Earrings 18Kt Gold With 3.54 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian earrings with diamonds and rubies. Extremely beautiful pair of dangle earrings, created
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1905 Enameled Flowers Set Pendant And Stud Earrings In 14Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
stud earrings and a pendant, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Stud Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian French Stamped Diamond Dormeuse Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
-era stud earrings are a stunning addition to any jewellery collection. Each stud features a single
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Early 20th Century French Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Triangular Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of antique Edwardian era, circa 1910, platinum topped gold earrings pave-set with bright
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond

Blue Emerald and Pearl Vintage Style Bow Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These earrings boast a vintage-inspired design adorned with delicate gold bows. Enhanced with
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Chandelier Earrings in 14 Karat Gold and Sterling
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
preserve the vintage style and charm, the intricate design is reminiscent of the Edwardian era and is a nod
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Late 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

2.00Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
. Inspired by the intricate details of the era, these Edwardian-style earrings have been meticulously crafted
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Palmiero Diamond 18k White Gold Drop Earrings
By Palmiero
Located in New York, NY
Light and airy in 18K white gold and diamonds, these three-inch-long three-halo drop earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Palmiero Diamond 18k White Gold Drop Earrings
Palmiero Diamond 18k White Gold Drop Earrings
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W 1.25 in L 3.13 in
0.12 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Earrings, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
in Edwardian-era jewelry.These earrings effortlessly capture the essence of a bygone era, evoking a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum

Diamond 'Leaf' Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
white gold that references shimmering “white jewelry” of the Edwardian Era (1901-1914). Like minimalist
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rock Crystal Persian Turquoise Earrings 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Antique
Located in New York, NY
A STUNNING PAIR OF ANTIQUE ART DECO - EDWARDIAN CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL FLOWER MOTIF EARRINGS WITH
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Natural Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Chandelier Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
reminiscent of the Art Deco and Edwardian eras. They feature a cascade of gemstones in shades of purple and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Chandelier Earrings

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Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Belle Époque GIA 5.05ctw Old European cut Diamonds Plat 18K Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of French Original Edwardian Era that screams Belle Époque. Most beautiful and
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Vintage 1910s European Belle Époque Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 0.63 Carat and 0.65 Carat Old Euro-Cut Diamond Earrings, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian era. Each earring features a GIA-certified old European cut diamond, weighing 0.63 and 0.65 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Gold 3.22 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 3.22 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Drop Earrings This perfect old mutual
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2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

5.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
5.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings This old mutual/European
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2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Blue Sapphire NO HEAT Diamond 18K Tahitian Pearl Vintage Earrings 3.96 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Victorian eras. I will be listing more fine jewelry from this high-end
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Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Style Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
vintage style sapphire and diamond earrings have a romantic design inspired by Edwardian era
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

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

3.67 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Emerald Stud Earrings in Art-Deco Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
3.67 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Emerald Stud Earrings in Art-Deco Style This old mutual
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2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Lever Back Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
back which was popular in the Edwardian era. Information Metal: 14K Yellow and White Gold Width: 12 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Lever Back Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
Diamond Lever Back Earrings in 14K Two Tone Gold
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W 0.48 in L 0.83 in
1.04 Carat Bezel Set Old Euro Cut Diamond Earrings, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
of the Edwardian Era, evoking a sense of vintage glamour and sophistication. With their intricate
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL Certified 21.28 Carat Sapphire Diamond Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
unusual double halos. Paying homage to both Art Deco and Edwardian era jewelry, 8 baguette diamonds per
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Vintage Necklace Platinum Diamonds Seed Pearls ca. 1910
Located in Berlin, DE
will look terrific! One of a kind! Matching earrings available! The Edwardian era was a time of great
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Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Enamel Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Seed Pearls
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed Edwardian era enamel ring (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 1905 Guilloche Pendant Brooch 18Kt Gold Platinum with 2.56 Ct Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
1.46 Inches). Hallmarks: Tested for 18kt gold and .900 platinum. Edwardian era, like the Georgian and
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian More Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Pearl Platinum Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
brooch and earrings set reflect t of the Edwardian era, making it a rare and valuable find. This brooch
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Boucles D'oreilles En Corail By Erté
By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff
Located in New Orleans, LA
Art Deco period transitioned from the dangling designs of the Edwardian era to more streamlined and
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Gouache, Paper

A.J Hedges & Co. 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
roughly between 1890 and 1920. Edwardian-era rings tend to be larger, opulent pieces, and stacked ring
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

GIA Ruby No Heat Platinum Diamond Necklace 18K Antique Pendant Old Mine 5.04 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
, Bracelets, Necklaces, Pendants, and Rings from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Victorian eras. (I will be listing
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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

Pair of Edwardian Amethyst and Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian amethyst, pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring with a pear-shaped
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Pearl

Pair of Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
precious natural pearl, these earrings reflect the grace and femininity of the Edwardian era. Should you
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Antique Early 19th Century British Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Pair of Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
silver caps. These lovely pearl earrings are a delightful example of the elegance of the Edwardian era
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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Silver

Pair of Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
platinum. A beautiful pair of pearl and diamond earrings from the Edwardian era, part of the collection of
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Pair of Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring comprising a natural
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Antique Early 19th Century British Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian Style Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
With a dramatic shapely silhouette, these chandelier earrings harken back to a bygone era
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20th Century American Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Platinum and Diamond Edwardian Earrings
Located in Oxford, GB
A pair of earrings dating from the Edwardian era, set with diamonds and pearl, flapper girl
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Vintage 1920s Dangle Earrings

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Diamond

Spectacular Edwardian Rose Cut Diamond Rare Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Be in the Edwardian Era! Spectacular pair of Diamond drop earrings set in 12 KT white gold, they
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Gold

Edwardian Target 2.10 Carat Diamond Long Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Exquistely target designed, superbly hand crafted, genuine Edwardian era drop earrings. 18 Kt solid
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Beautiful Edwardian Night and Day Platinum Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Charm Beautiful pair of large sized beginning of last century earrings Edwardian era to
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum

Important Edwardian 6.50 Carat Diamond Rare Cluster Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent! An antique pair of Diamond cluster earrings of important Diamond content, dating
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Burberrys golden Edwardian flower and arabesque design earrings.
By Burberry
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Burberrys golden Edwardian flower and arabesque design earrings with faux pearl
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1990s Edwardian Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Diamond Gold Cluster Dangle Earrings
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
Edwardian Era, a time when fine jewelry was a crucial component of every outfit, pieces were created to
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2010s American Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Diamond Gold Cluster Dangle Earrings
Diamond Gold Cluster Dangle Earrings
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Diamond Silver Gold Cluster Dangle Earrings
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
are 0.5 inches wide. Inspired by the Edwardian Era, a time when fine jewelry was a crucial
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2010s American Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

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Edwardian Era Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of edwardian era earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, platinum and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 264 vintage editions and 31 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Edwardian and Art Deco are consistently popular styles when it comes to edwardian era earrings. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Michael Barin, Gems Paradise and DA Jewellery are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 169 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for old european cut edwardian era earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old mine cut alternatives. When shopping our range of edwardian era earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Edwardian Era Earrings?

On average, edwardian era earrings at 1stDibs sell for $4,831, while they’re typically $202 on the low end and $189,000 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.

Questions About Edwardian Era Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There is no single era that tassel earrings are from. The Ancient Egyptians were the first to sport tassel earrings, and during the 16th century, French artisans of the Guild of the Passementiers became known for creating intricate gemstone-set tassels. Tassel earrings became a trend again in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Find a large selection of tassel earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The mid- to late 1980s and early 1990s were a particularly strong era for bamboo earrings, which is a name frequently given to big, bold hoop earrings (they're also called "door knockers"). While Black female recording artists such as Salt-N-Pepa, MC Lyte and Roxanne Shante popularized the trend during those years by donning hoops in music videos and on the red carpet, artist-activists Nina Simone and Angela Davis wore hoops decades earlier. In the Black and Latino communities, hoop earrings have long been associated with strength. Their symbolism as indicators of identity stretches back thousands of years, including to ancient Nubia. 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 2,600-2,500 B.C. that experts agree is among the oldest known examples. Shop a range of hoop earrings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.