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Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Lunch at the Ritz Chili Pepper Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
condition with no notable flaws and no missing crystals. Wear these Lunch at the Ritz earrings to your next
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1980s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Chili Pepper Earrings
Lunch at the Ritz Chili Pepper Earrings
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Vintage LUNCH AT THE RITZ Designer Signed Multi Charm Dangle Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Vintage LUNCH AT THE RITZ Designer Signed Enamel Multi Charm Zodiac Dangle
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Lunch at the Ritz Whimsical Enamel Clock Artisan Earrings circa 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in University City, MO
Lunch at the Ritz whimsical enamel clock dial artisan earrings c 1980s The unique handmade post
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1980s American Artisan Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Gilt Metal

Lunch At The Ritz Dangling Enamel Articulated Fish Theme Earrings c 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in University City, MO
Lunch at the Ritz dangling enamel articulated fish theme pierced post earrings c 1980s The unique
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1980s Unknown Artisan Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Hollywood Themed Enamel Dangle Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
earring backs - By Lunch At The Ritz (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Good vintage
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Enamel "Rock & Roll" Dangle Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
- Dangling music note charms - Bead dangle accents - Post earring backs for pierced ears - By Lunch At The
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Ornate Pink Rose Drop Hoop Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
for pierced ears - By Lunch At The Ritz (signed on verso) - Made in 1986 (dated on verso) - Estate
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Lunch at the Ritz Cajun Catfish Enamel Crystal Earrings on Menu Card USA
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Montreal, QC
Whimsical Lunch at the Ritz Cajun Catfish Dangle Earrings featuring enamel and Faux Diamond
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1990s American Contemporary Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Crystal, Enamel, Gold Plate

Lunch at the Ritz Golf Gold and Enamel Charm Earrings with Rhinestones 1990s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lunch at the Ritz vintage 1990s gold tone golf theme earrings featuring enamel and rhinestone
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1990s Unknown Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Red & Black Enamel "XO" Dangle Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
- By Lunch At The Ritz (signed on verso) - Dated 1989 - Estate Acquired - Good vintage condition
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Diner Themed Enamel Dangle Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
rhinestone details - Clip on earring backs - By Lunch at the Ritz (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Enamel

Enamel Layered Tiger Head Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1990s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
1.5" - Gold plated - Enameled - Crystal rhinestone accents - Clip on earring backs - By Lunch At
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1990s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Enamel Marionette "Wild Cats" Lion Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
- Articulating limbs - Clip on earring backs - By Lunch At The Ritz (signed on verso) - Comes with original
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1990s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Enameled "Biker Snack" Charm Dangle Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1990s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
rhinestones and faceted beads - Clip on earring backs - Comes with original LATR menu packaging - By Lunch
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1990s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Iconic Lunch at the Ritz Designer Signed Roulette Bracelet and Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Oscar Worthy Iconic Lunch at the Ritz Designer Signed Statement Roulette
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Musical Themed Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Musical Themed Earrings In great condition please see photos for sizing
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20th Century Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Lunch At the Ritz Sun Beach Themed Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch At the Ritz Sun Beach Themed Earrings great condition Ready to Wear the Enamel is in
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20th Century Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz New Year Party Themed Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch at the Ritz New Year Party Themed Earrings in great condition needs some light
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20th Century Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Native American Theme Earring Brooch/Pendant Set
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Native American Theme Earring Brooch/Pendant Set In great condition
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20th Century Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Acorn and Leaf Fall Themed Earrings and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Acorn and Leaf Fall Themed Earrings and Brooch Large brooch in great
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20th Century Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Vintage Lunch At the Ritz Red Roses Rose Earrings and Brooch/Pendant Set
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch At the Ritz Red Roses Rose Earrings and Brooch/Pendant Set In great condition needs
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20th Century Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Located in Milford, DE
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Polcini Lion's Head Pendant Necklace
By Polcini
Located in New York, NY
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Anne Klein Gold Plated Lion Link Bracelet and Lion Drop Earrings Set circa 1980s
By Anne Klein
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Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Fish Charm Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
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Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet 1960s Horse, Heart, Candy Cane, Baby Carriage
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Sterling Silver

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very rare 1970's PIERRE CARDIN pewter 'leo' lion pendant
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Located in San Fransisco, CA
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1970s French Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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1960s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Gilt Metal

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Vintage Signed “Lunch at the Ritz” Frog Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in New York, NY
These vintage signed “Lunch at the Ritz” earrings feature a frog design with green, white and black
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Mid-20th Century American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Long Vintage Signed “Lunch at the Ritz” Figural Face Dangling Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
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in a gold tone setting. These clip earrings measure 5” x approx 2-1/2” and are signed “Lunch at the
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1960s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Lunch at the Ritz Spider Web Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Lunch at the Ritz earrings to your next halloween party with your sleek black Yves Saint Laurent dress
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1980s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Lunch at the Ritz 1989 Long Enamel Traffic Light Stop Sign Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
were kept in pristine condition with no notable flaws. Wear these Lunch at the Ritz earrings to your
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1980s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

1990s Lunch at the Ritz "Lion" Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fabulous Lunch at the Ritz, I am a leo. Hear me roar drop earrings. These earrings are for pireced
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1990s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Lunch at The Ritz Enameled Planet Saturn Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in New York, NY
A fun and whimsical pair of Lunch at the Ritz enamel planet saturn earrings circa 1980/90. Each
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1990s British Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Enamel, Gold Plate

Lunch at The Ritz Pink & Black Enamel Flmingo Fringe Earrings from 1989
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in New York, NY
A fun and whimsical pair of Lunch at the Ritz Flamingo theme earrings from 1989. The top piece is
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1980s American Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Enamel, Gold Plate

Carmen Miranda Themed Enamel Dangle Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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1990s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

Enameled "Strictly Ballroom" Charm Dangle Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1990s
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1980s American Modernist Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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Located in Montreal, QC
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Paris Themed Enamel Dangle Statement Earrings By Lunch At The Ritz, 1980s
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in McKinney, TX
backs - By Lunch At The Ritz (signed on verso) - Dated 1988 - Estate acquired - Good vintage
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1980s American Modern Lunch at the Ritz Earrings Vintage

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By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Located in McKinney, TX
dangle accents - Post earring backs for pierced ears - By Lunch At The Ritz (signed on verso) - Dated
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By Lunch at the Ritz
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By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in New York, NY
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Located in New York, NY
. It is signed “Lunch At The Ritz” and is in excellent condition.
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80'S Pair Of Gold Plate & Swarovski Crystal "Owl" Earrings By, Lunch At The Ritz
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Located in Palm Beach, FL
For ladies who love creativity and fun! Lunch at The Ritz knows it's all about attitude and a
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By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in New York, NY
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80'S Pair Of 24-K Gold Plate & Swarovski Crystal Earrings By, Lunch At The Ritz
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elliot for Lunch At The Ritz. These collectors piece post and pierced earrings feature a hand painted
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By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Signed "Lunch at the Ritz" vintage dragonfly enamel and rhinestone earnings. The wings move set in
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1980s Lunch at the Ritz 24-Karat Gold Macaw Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Designed by Zander Elliot for Lunch At The Ritz, these 24-karat gold finished enamel and rhinestone
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Lunch At The Ritz Earrings Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact lunch at the ritz earrings vintage you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Enamel, Gold Plate and Gold — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect lunch at the ritz earrings vintage may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Take a look at a lunch at the ritz earrings vintage featuring Crystal from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a lunch at the ritz earrings vintage, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Lunch At The Ritz Earrings Vintage?

On average, a lunch at the ritz earrings vintage at 1stDibs sells for $245, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $595 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.