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Diamond Earrings English Lock 0.72 carats in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite English Lock earrings boast a breathtaking arrangement of white round diamonds
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Unique gold diamond earings with safe continental lock
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Elegant fully hand made 18 carat yellow gold earrings , each set with one round brilliant cut
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2010s Australian Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
- cabochon front, facet back - creating beautiful reflection. The earrings measured 1-3/8" height. Straight
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2010s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
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H 1.38 in W 0.59 in
18ct White Gold & Brilliant Diamond Quatrefoil Decorative Earrings
Located in London, GB
earrings are perfect for the office and then into cocktail hour! With a total diamond weight of 0.16ct
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2010s European Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Earrings with Amethyst in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
sparkle! Secure yet elegant lever back lock system, very comfortable and durable even for every day wear
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2010s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. The back lock part of the
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Antique Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Carrera y Carrera Origen 18k Yellow Gold and Diamonds Earring, 10068449
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
This 18K Yellow Gold English lock earring. Earrings set with 55 Diamonds (~0.62ct) and a large
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Origen 18k Yellow Gold and Diamonds Earring, 10068451
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
This 18K Yellow Gold English lock earring. Wavy patterns set with 14 Diamonds (~0.18ct). Latch back
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Moonlight Pear Cluster 1 ctw Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, and thoughtful design details like the lever-back lock and bail, these earrings are a radiant
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Moonlight Pear Cluster 0.75 ctw Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
sparkling diamonds, and thoughtful design details like the lever-back lock and bail, these earrings are a
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Aqua Reversible 18K White Gold and Diamonds Earring, 10071990
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
This 18K White Gold English lock earring. Decorated as Yin Yang symbols. Each piece is double sided
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Gold

Baguette Natural Emerald Studded Dome Huggie Earrings in 14kt Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
. Designed with baguette cut emerald studded in domed yellow gold with lever-back lock. This beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemlok Diamond Mother of Pearl Diamond Pave Gold Clip Post Earrings
By Gemlok
Located in Stamford, CT
Gemlok 1980’s Mother of Pearl diamond earrings. Originally from Spritzer & Fuhrmann. 2 Mother of
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Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Diamond Hoop Earrings French Pavé Round Inside Out White Gold Secure Lock
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
separate earring back. The patented screws on the earrings are so secure that we will even challenge you
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Push Back Earrings in 18kt Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Tanzanite Push Back Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need dainty
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

2.00 Carat Pink Topaz Dangle Earrings 14 Karat Rose Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
backs have a hinge on them so that it is easy to lock on your ear! The pink topaz are genuine gemstones
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Flower Earrings 4.75 CT in 14K Rose Gold Screw Back
Located in New York, NY
and security, the lock is a screw-back setting. This fine jewelry piece can be customized according
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Flower Earrings 4.75 CT in 14K Rose Gold Screw Back
Diamond Flower Earrings 4.75 CT in 14K Rose Gold Screw Back
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W 0.47 in D 0.24 in Dm 0.02 in L 0.9 in
Love Stud Earrings Keyhole Heart Earring Studs, 14K Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Cute and dainty love lock earrings! The perfect gift to show someone special how loved they are
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Diamonds Earrings, 1980
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Diamonds. Estimated total Diamond weight: 0.25 Ct. The earrings have a simple pin lock so it sits
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Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond

Amethyst Diamonds Earrings, 1980
Amethyst Diamonds Earrings, 1980
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L 0.27 in
Opulence Earrings, Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
emerald long charm attached back of the stud making a drop earrings. This earrings can be worn in two
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colored Diamond Earrings Blackened Gold Michelle Ong art Carnet Long Earrings
Located in Berlin, DE
push-back lock for comfortable and secure closure. Leave a little sparkle wherever you because of its
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

TIFFANY "Legacy" Platinum Diamond Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
diamonds each, with post and spring lock friction back. Total diamond weight approximately 2.48 carats
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2010s American Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K R-Gold Princess Square Drop Earring, Dangling Earring, Dainty Bridal Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The earrings secure with push back closure. Style: Stud, Drop Earring Stone: Natural Diamond Stone
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20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

18k Y-Gold Princess Cut Drop Earring, Dangling Earring, Dainty Bridal Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rose Gold. The earrings secure with push back closure. Style: Stud, Drop Earring Stone: Natural
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20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18k W-Gold Princess Square Drop Earring, Dangling Earring, Dainty Bridal Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rose Gold. The earrings secure with push back closure. Style: Stud, Drop Earring Stone: Natural
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20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Cluster Earrings on Platinum
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
secure pressure back lock system Dimensions Height: 16.5mm Width: 11.6mm Weight: 3gr (each) Comes in
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2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mandrin Golden Pearl Dangling Earrings 18 Karat Rose & White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
approx 12mm width overall hight approx 30 mm Back Lock - Omega Style (the Rose Gold tone color is a
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2010s Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

White Gold Emerald Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Each lever-back earring measures 55mm in height x 8.2mm in width and 4.8mm in depth. One pair of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold

Drop Earrings with Oval Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
full cut round brilliants Lock system is secure push backs and posts in 18K White Gold Earrings
Category

2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Art Deco Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Clarity & G Color Totaling Approximately 3.00 Carats. 2.5 Inches Long. Pierced Post With Locking Back
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pearl and Diamond Dangling Drop Earrings
By Verma Group
Located in Atlanta, GA
Diamonds are G color, VS clarity, 0.25 carats total Push Back Locking Mechanism Beautifully Crafted in 14
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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Cluster Diamond Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
VS clarity 6st pear shapes totaling 0.61ct F/G color VS clarity Pressure Back lock system
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2010s American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ladies 14k Yellow Gold Mesh Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
gold, hoop earrings with "earring lock" post/back system. Engraved with "14K". Pre-owned in excellent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
with secure locking backs
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Antique 1880s Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

1920s Diamond Sapphire Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Firenze, IT
overall approximately 3.50 cts, interspaced by collet set calibre cut sapphire. Screw lock on the back
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

White Sapphire Dangle Earrings in Gold
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
Celebrate every day. Don't keep these earrings in your lock box - these are meant to be worn
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

White Sapphire Dangle Earrings in Gold
White Sapphire Dangle Earrings in Gold
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W 0.28 in L 1.16 in
Michael Anthony 14K Gold Two-Tone Hoop Earrings
By Michael Anthony
Located in Eagan, MN
I love these earrings because they are so versatile. They are 12.2 mm round and have a back lock
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Anthony 14K Gold Two-Tone Hoop Earrings
Michael Anthony 14K Gold Two-Tone Hoop Earrings
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W 0.49 in L 0.49 in
4.62 Carats Ascher cut Aquamarine and Diamonds Platinum Earrings
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Push back self locking. Complimentary Screw back option available upon order
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2010s American Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Ladies 10K White Gold 0.23ct. Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
"earring lock" post/back system. Engraved with "10K". Pre-owned in excellent condition.. Might show minor
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

4.62 Carats Ascher cut Aquamarine and Diamonds Platinum Earrings
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Push back self locking. Complimentary Screw back option available upon order
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2010s American Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
earrings are designed for pierced ears, outfitted with posts, and locking backs. Not only is this pair of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Ladies Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
gold diamond hoop earrings with locking backs. Engraved with "14K". Pre-owned in excellent condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ladies 14k White Gold Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond hoop earrings with "earring lock" post/back system. Engraved with "14K". In excellent condition
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Diamond Stud Earrings 0.60ct each
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
diamonds Lock system features secure and seamless pressure back Measurements: Diameter: 12mm Height
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2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Large Cluster Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold with secure pressure back lock system Dimensions Height: 16.5mm Width: 11.6mm
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2010s American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry Round & Pear-Shaped Diamond Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
) in length, each earring is equipped with posts and secure locking backs. The first pear-shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Four-Prong Round Diamond Stud Earrings in Platinum
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
/0.32ct each diamond) 4.4mm each Secure Push Back Lock System Manufactured in USA
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2010s American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies 18K White Gold Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
18K white gold diamond hoop earrings with "earring lock" post/back system. The metal was tested and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco French Made Diamond Dangling Platinum Earrings
Located in MIAMI, FL
with original earring backs, which lock in place to add extra security to the pair when worn. The pair
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Cluster Diamond Huggie Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
grams Ladies 18K yellow gold diamond huggie style cluster earrings with "earring lock" post/back
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

PANIM Diamond Briolette and Ruby 18k White Gold Stud Earrings
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
diamond weight of 9.59 ct. around it. These diamond studs are available with screw back and secure lock
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Half Eternity Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
grams Ladies 14K yellow gold diamond hoop earrings with locking backs. Engraved with "14K". Pre-owned
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Mid-Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Day to Night Drop Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
: estimated 3.5 total carats, closed back Weight: 6.5 grams Notes: earrings were converted to a post with
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

Natural Ruby Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
as a stud for everyday wear secured with pushback lock. This beautiful handcrafted earrings are great
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Peter Suchy 5.00 Carat Round Diamond White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
extra safe and secure locking clip backs. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 40 round
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ladies 18K White Gold 2.01ct. Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
white gold diamond contemporary-style stud earrings with "earring lock" post/back system. Engraved with
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Brazilian Emerald Hoop Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
the back beautify the earring. The flow is evenly spread with the emeralds perfectly placed on the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies 14K White Gold Chocolate & White Diamonds Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
grams Ladies 14K white gold diamond huggy-style earrings with "earring lock" post/back system. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Jill Garber Gold Angel Drop Earrings with Freshwater Pearls
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
back locking earring clasp in sterling silver • Handcrafted in sterling silver with signature studio
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamond Square Post Earrings 18Kw .90Ctw
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
invisibly set in a square bezel setting. Post and la pousette locking disc earring backs. The diamonds have
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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Locking Back Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of locking back earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 61 vintage versions or 67 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of locking back earrings made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. M&V Vanguard Jewelry, Angela Cummings and Antinori Fine Jewels each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 72, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut locking back earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of locking back 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 Locking Back Earrings?

On average, locking back earrings at 1stDibs sell for $7,818, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $262,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Locking Back Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Hinge-back earrings are earrings with a certain type of closure. Specifically, they feature a post mounted on a hinge that snaps into a groove to secure the earrings in place. Also called a saddle-back or hinged saddle-back, the closure is common on hoop earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of hinge-back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Euro back earrings are earrings with a certain type of fastener hardware. The earrings feature a curved metal wire that slips through the piercing and a curved hinged element that flips upward to secure it. You will also see Euro back earrings referred to as Euro clasps, Euro wires and leverbacks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Euro back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A paddle-back earring is a clip-on earring with a particular type of closure. Specifically, the design includes a wide fastener with a tension bar cutting through its middle. Once the earring is in place, you can bend the tension bar to tighten or loosen the clip and adjust the fit. Shop a diverse assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A latch-back earring is an earring with a particular type of backing. Specifically, it features a post that snaps into a small hole, similar to a latch on a gate. The design is simple to operate and helps to keep earrings securely in place. Shop a collection of latch-back earrings on 1stDibs.
  • A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings can fall off if the screws become threaded over time. It’s best to keep a close eye on the condition of the screw and have them repaired or converted if needed. Shop a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.