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Giant Earrings

Giant Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Drop 14K Gold Earrings
Giant Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Drop 14K Gold Earrings

Giant Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Drop 14K Gold Earrings

Located in GOES, NL

These rare and striking earrings feature large, hand-carved Sleeping Beauty turquoise set in solid

Category

1990s American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Giant Australian Opal & Diamond Cluster Stud Gold Earrings
Giant Australian Opal & Diamond Cluster Stud Gold Earrings

Giant Australian Opal & Diamond Cluster Stud Gold Earrings

Located in GOES, NL

These opal earrings (2pcs) represent a timeless elegance. An enchanting array of colors that catch

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold

H. Stern Long Giant Leaf Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings
H. Stern Long Giant Leaf Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings

H. Stern Long Giant Leaf Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings

By H. Stern

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Long Giant Leaf Dangle Earrings by H. Stern. The Rare Authentic H. Stern 18k

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

CHANEL 80s Giant Round CC Quilted Button Earrings
CHANEL 80s Giant Round CC Quilted Button Earrings

CHANEL 80s Giant Round CC Quilted Button Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Honolulu, HI

Specifications: Designer: CHANEL Total Weight: 44.1 Grams Gold Plated Earring Measurements

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

Robert Leed Morris Wabi Sabi Collection, Giant Verdigris Pebble Earring, 1986
Robert Leed Morris Wabi Sabi Collection, Giant Verdigris Pebble Earring, 1986

Robert Leed Morris Wabi Sabi Collection, Giant Verdigris Pebble Earring, 1986

By Robert Lee Morris

Located in New York, NY

The Wabi Sabi theme of soft pebbles, gives way to many Verdigris earrings which were a ground

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Brass, Other

Estate Giant Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Diamond Screw Back Bubble Earrings in 18K Gold
Estate Giant Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Diamond Screw Back Bubble Earrings in 18K Gold

Estate Giant Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Diamond Screw Back Bubble Earrings in 18K Gold

By Mikimoto

Located in GOES, NL

These exceptional Mikimoto earrings are a true celebration of timeless luxury and craftsmanship

Category

Early 2000s Japanese Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Citrine Drop Earrings, Cabochons and Faceted Pears in Yellow Gold, 26.18 Carats
Citrine Drop Earrings, Cabochons and Faceted Pears in Yellow Gold, 26.18 Carats

Citrine Drop Earrings, Cabochons and Faceted Pears in Yellow Gold, 26.18 Carats

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These warm-colored citrine earrings are like giant rays of golden sunshine! Round cabochon citrines

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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Kaso Cream-White and Mirror Acrylic Resin Clip Earrings
Kaso Cream-White and Mirror Acrylic Resin Clip Earrings

Kaso Cream-White and Mirror Acrylic Resin Clip Earrings

By Harriet Bauknight for KASO

Located in Atlanta, GA

Harriet Bauknight for Kaso designed these stunning lucite or acrylic clip-on earrings. The giant

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Large Pearl and Crystal Wing Magazine Cover Earrings 1983
Large Pearl and Crystal Wing Magazine Cover Earrings 1983

Large Pearl and Crystal Wing Magazine Cover Earrings 1983

Located in Water Mill, NY

Fabulous alternately red and clear rows of crystals winged clip on earrings with a giant faux pearl

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

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Larry Vrba Huge Crystal and Pearl Chandelier Earrings
Larry Vrba Huge Crystal and Pearl Chandelier Earrings

Larry Vrba Huge Crystal and Pearl Chandelier Earrings

By Larry Vrba

Located in Los Angeles, CA

make up this giant drop earring. With glass faceted drop dangles. For serious divas only.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandelier Earrings

Original Artist Earrings "Giant Movíl"
Original Artist Earrings "Giant Movíl"

Original Artist Earrings "Giant Movíl"

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H 0.12 in W 2.76 in D 3.55 in

Original Artist Earrings "Giant Movíl"

By Stromboli Associates

Located in Mexico City, MX

Giant Movíl is part of Criptocrilic, an unique collection of earrings by artists, for creatives

Category

2010s Mexican Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Giant Pearl Monochrome Drop Earrings 1970s
Vintage Giant Pearl Monochrome Drop Earrings 1970s

Vintage Giant Pearl Monochrome Drop Earrings 1970s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A spectacular pair of Vintage Giant Pearl Monochrome Drop Earrings. Scale and detail abound

Category

Vintage 1970s Dangle Earrings

Cartier GIA Platinum Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings 8.6 TCW Unheated HUGE
Cartier GIA Platinum Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings 8.6 TCW Unheated HUGE

Cartier GIA Platinum Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings 8.6 TCW Unheated HUGE

Located in Sylvania, GA

York" SIZE: GIANT Earrings are 8 CM Long x 22 MM Wide ( Over 3 1/8 inches long x over 7/8 inches

Category

Antique 19th Century Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Angela Caputi Giant Faux Coral Flower Resin Clip Earrings
Angela Caputi Giant Faux Coral Flower Resin Clip Earrings

Angela Caputi Giant Faux Coral Flower Resin Clip Earrings

By Angela Caputi

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning Angela Caputi resin clip-on earrings, made in Italy, boast an oversized dangling

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Giant Gem Green Statement Earrings
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Giant Gem Green Statement Earrings

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Giant Gem Green Statement Earrings

By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent green gemstone statement clip-on earrings by Maison Robert Goossens. The

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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Contemporary Green and Black Sea Creature Statement Earrings
Contemporary Green and Black Sea Creature Statement Earrings

Contemporary Green and Black Sea Creature Statement Earrings

By Ciléa

Located in Palm Springs, CA

. The lightweight earrings feature giant sea creature tentacles, comprised out of enamel and resin in

Category

2010s French Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Art Deco Bronze Andirons African Motif
Art Deco Bronze Andirons African Motif

Art Deco Bronze Andirons African Motif

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H 21.5 in W 9 in D 20 in

Art Deco Bronze Andirons African Motif

Located in Palm Springs, CA

African figures with giant hoop earrings. Early Hollywood Regency style. These are marked (Copyright) 1946

Category

Vintage 1940s American Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Angela Caputi Giant Lavender Flower Resin Earrings
Angela Caputi Giant Lavender Flower Resin Earrings

Angela Caputi Giant Lavender Flower Resin Earrings

By Angela Caputi

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning Angela Caputi resin pierced earrings, made in Italy, boast an oversized dangling

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Francoise Montague Earrings Giant Turquoise Flowers
Francoise Montague Earrings Giant Turquoise Flowers

Francoise Montague Earrings Giant Turquoise Flowers

By Francoise Montague

Located in Atlanta, GA

earrings. The dimensional flower shape boasts light turquoise resin petals with a textured pattern

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Giant Pink Angel Skin Coral 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Giant Pink Angel Skin Coral 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Giant Pink Angel Skin Coral 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Located in GOES, NL

These rare Angel Skin coral earrings are an exquisite example of timeless elegance and refined

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Giant 6.8ct Genuine Opal & Diamond Marquise Cluster Stud Earrings
Giant 6.8ct Genuine Opal & Diamond Marquise Cluster Stud Earrings

Giant 6.8ct Genuine Opal & Diamond Marquise Cluster Stud Earrings

Located in GOES, NL

These opal earrings (2pcs) represent a timeless elegance. An enchanting array of colors that catch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Angela Caputi Giant Faux Coral Flower Resin Clip Earrings
Angela Caputi Giant Faux Coral Flower Resin Clip Earrings

Angela Caputi Giant Faux Coral Flower Resin Clip Earrings

By Angela Caputi

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning Angela Caputi resin clip-on earrings, made in Italy, boast an important dangling

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Giant Pink Angel Skin Coral 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Giant Pink Angel Skin Coral 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Giant Pink Angel Skin Coral 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Located in GOES, NL

These rare Angel Skin coral earrings are an exquisite example of timeless elegance and refined

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Caputi Giant Pumpkin Bead Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Angela Caputi Giant Pumpkin Bead Resin Dangle Clip Earrings

Angela Caputi Giant Pumpkin Bead Resin Dangle Clip Earrings

By Angela Caputi

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with a

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Kaso Giant Ice Cube Hit Pink Lucite Clip Earrings
Kaso Giant Ice Cube Hit Pink Lucite Clip Earrings

Kaso Giant Ice Cube Hit Pink Lucite Clip Earrings

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W 1.34 in D 0.79 in L 1.82 in

Kaso Giant Ice Cube Hit Pink Lucite Clip Earrings

By Harriet Bauknight for KASO

Located in Atlanta, GA

Harriet Bauknight designed these stunning Lucite clip-on earrings for Kaso. The pieces feature a

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

French Lemon Statement Earrings
French Lemon Statement Earrings

French Lemon Statement Earrings

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H 3.5 in L 1.75 in

French Lemon Statement Earrings

By Ciléa

Located in Palm Springs, CA

in Paris by Cilea. The lightweight earrings feature giant lemons, comprised out of enamel and resin

Category

2010s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Large Orange Statement Earrings
Large Orange Statement Earrings

Large Orange Statement Earrings

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H 3 in D 0.5 in L 2 in

Large Orange Statement Earrings

By Ciléa

Located in Palm Springs, CA

in Paris by Cilea. The lightweight earrings feature giant oranges, comprised out of enamel and resin

Category

2010s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Giant Tahitian Pearl Black Diamond Earrings
Giant Tahitian Pearl Black Diamond Earrings

Giant Tahitian Pearl Black Diamond Earrings

By Helen Ringus

Located in TRYON, NC

magical. The pearls hand from an 18 kt ear wire and hang close to the ear lobe. Very unusual earrings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Elizabeth Locke Yellow Gold Giant Hoop Earrings
Elizabeth Locke Yellow Gold Giant Hoop Earrings

Elizabeth Locke Yellow Gold Giant Hoop Earrings

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18k yellow gold largest "Giant" size hoops, crafted by Elizabeth Locke. Hoops are 27mm in diameter

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage ISABEL CANOVAS Important Giant Mask Earrings
Vintage ISABEL CANOVAS Important Giant Mask Earrings

Vintage ISABEL CANOVAS Important Giant Mask Earrings

By Isabel Canovas

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage ISABEL CANOVAS Important Giant Mask Earrings Measurements: Height: 4.3 cm Width: 2.5 cm

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Larry Vrba Huge Chandelier Earrings
Larry Vrba Huge Chandelier Earrings

Larry Vrba Huge Chandelier Earrings

By Larry Vrba

Located in Los Angeles, CA

rhinestones make up this giant drop earring. With glass tear drop dangles. For serious divas only.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Other, Base Metal

Les Bernard Huge Red Button Earrings
Les Bernard Huge Red Button Earrings

Les Bernard Huge Red Button Earrings

By Les Bernard

Located in Stamford, CT

Fanciful giant red button earrings made of a Bakelite type material.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

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18 White Gold Flower Ruby Invisible Stud Earrings
18 White Gold Flower Ruby Invisible Stud Earrings

18 White Gold Flower Ruby Invisible Stud Earrings

By La Fleur Jewels

Located in Bangkok, TH

A lovely ruby stud earrings that you can use as everyday.We use the top quality Ruby for our invisible setting.It is deep red and very sparking. The invisible is a highly technique ....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold 3.20ct Oval Emerald & 0.12ct Diamond Fine Good Size Stud Earring
18K Gold 3.20ct Oval Emerald & 0.12ct Diamond Fine Good Size Stud Earring

18K Gold 3.20ct Oval Emerald & 0.12ct Diamond Fine Good Size Stud Earring

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

Lovely vivid green emerald with blue tint and diamond stud earrings for wear during special occasions. The oval emeralds are of medium tone green color with high saturation and bluis...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

H. Stern Hammered Diamond Collar Link Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
H. Stern Hammered Diamond Collar Link Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

H. Stern Hammered Diamond Collar Link Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By H. Stern

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The H. Stern collar necklace, crafted in luxurious 18 karat yellow gold, exudes opulence and sophistication. Its unique design features a string of dazzling diamonds gracefully set a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

An Edwardian diamond-set tiara/necklace
An Edwardian diamond-set tiara/necklace

An Edwardian diamond-set tiara/necklace

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W 5.2 in L 1.3 in

An Edwardian diamond-set tiara/necklace

Located in London, GB

An Edwardian diamond-set tiara/necklace, in the form of a fringe consisting of nineteen knife-edge bars embellished with single diamond collets and diamond-set foliate motifs, the ba...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Rare H Stern Pearl Necklace With GIA Report Akoya Pearls
Rare H Stern Pearl Necklace With GIA Report Akoya Pearls

Rare H Stern Pearl Necklace With GIA Report Akoya Pearls

By H. Stern

Located in Media, PA

This elegant H. Stern necklace is a refined addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted with 18k gold, this beaded necklace showcases a double strand of round, white cultured pearls....

Category

Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold

Estate H. Stern Crystal and White Diamond Bracelet and Earring Set in 18K
Estate H. Stern Crystal and White Diamond Bracelet and Earring Set in 18K

Estate H. Stern Crystal and White Diamond Bracelet and Earring Set in 18K

By H. Stern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous estate H. Stern bracelet and dangle earring set featuring crystal cabochons and good quality diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold

1899 Antique Ring natural 4ct Opal Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.25 / 3gr
1899 Antique Ring natural 4ct Opal Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.25 / 3gr

1899 Antique Ring natural 4ct Opal Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.25 / 3gr

Located in SE

A ring with the band in solid 18K Yellow Gold featuring elaborate wrought shoulders and crown with claws holding natural marquise cut Opal measuring 15 mm x 8 mm x 4.25 mm deep / ca....

Category

Antique 1890s European Arts and Crafts Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

1930 Russian Earrings Rubies 3.3 ctw Ural Demantoid solid 14K Rose Gold / 5.4 gr
1930 Russian Earrings Rubies 3.3 ctw Ural Demantoid solid 14K Rose Gold / 5.4 gr

1930 Russian Earrings Rubies 3.3 ctw Ural Demantoid solid 14K Rose Gold / 5.4 gr

Located in SE

A pair of rare Soviet huggies Earrings in solid 583/ 14K Rose Gold featuring natural old European cut Russian Demantoid Garnet stones and lab made Rubies. Each earring is marked ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Russian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

H. Stern 18Kt Gold Massive Necklace with 2550 Ctw Faceted Greenish Smokey Quartz
H. Stern 18Kt Gold Massive Necklace with 2550 Ctw Faceted Greenish Smokey Quartz

H. Stern 18Kt Gold Massive Necklace with 2550 Ctw Faceted Greenish Smokey Quartz

By H. Stern

Located in Miami, FL

An statement necklace designed by H. Stern. Very modern and massive piece designed by the Brazilian jewelry house of H. Stern. Is composed by 19 oversized faceted beads of natural ...

Category

Early 2000s Brazilian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen
Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen

Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This very important 18k white gold vintage crown is set with a total of exactly 60.08ct of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, and with thirty four panels of vintage turquoise...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold

H.Stern 18k Yellow Gold Triple Row Knife Edge Band Ring - Size 6
H.Stern 18k Yellow Gold Triple Row Knife Edge Band Ring - Size 6

H.Stern 18k Yellow Gold Triple Row Knife Edge Band Ring - Size 6

By H. Stern

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Crafted by the renowned H. Stern, this 18k yellow gold band ring exudes timeless elegance with its triple row knife edge design. The exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 7.76Ct Cabochon Cut Opal and 2.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Victorian 7.76Ct Cabochon Cut Opal and 2.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings

Victorian 7.76Ct Cabochon Cut Opal and 2.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive pair of 7.76 carat white opal and 2.05 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and 9 karat white gold set clip on earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern 18 Karat White Gold & Diamond 'Metropolis' Ring
H. Stern 18 Karat White Gold & Diamond 'Metropolis' Ring

H. Stern 18 Karat White Gold & Diamond 'Metropolis' Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

This rather unusual ring was manufactured in Italy and retailed by famed Brazilian jewellery firm, H Stern. The flexible ring is crafted from satin finished 18 karat white gold 'squa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch

Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch

Located in London, GB

An Edwardian opal and diamond brooch, the oval cabochon-cut opal measuring approximately 14.3 x 11mm, yellow gold claw-set to the centre of an old-cut diamond cluster surround, all w...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Australian Opal 18K Gold Stud Earrings natural genuine opals
Australian Opal 18K Gold Stud Earrings natural genuine opals

Australian Opal 18K Gold Stud Earrings natural genuine opals

Located in Berlin, DE

18K yellow gold stud earrings with natural Chameleon Opals body tone - N7, colors of opalescence - red, blue, green, yellow, orange, opal origin - Australia weight of the earrings ...

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2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A pair of 19th century opal and diamond cluster earrings. Silver over gold.
A pair of 19th century opal and diamond cluster earrings. Silver over gold.

A pair of 19th century opal and diamond cluster earrings. Silver over gold.

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

A pair of pastel-colored, round cabochon opals are flanked by shimmering rose-cut diamonds, set in darkened silver over 18kt. gold, in these charming and lively ear poppers. The ea...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Stud Earrings

Materials

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

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Giant Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of giant earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and vermeil — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 20 vintage versions or 3 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of giant earrings bearing artisan or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Chanel, Cartier and Ciléa each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 citrine versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many mixed cut and pear cut giant earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of giant 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 Giant Earrings?

Prices for giant earrings start at $350 and top out at $14,500 with these earrings, on average, selling for $1,415.

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.