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Estate South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in US
These Beautiful Estate Cultivate Natural South Sea Pearls Diamond Earrings Feature: South Sea Pearl
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20th Century Unknown Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

Hakimoto 18k White Gold Natural Color South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings. Total item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearl & Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings
By Mikimoto
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mikimoto Black South Sea Pearl & Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings Metal: 18k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Hakimoto 18K 15-13mm Natural Color South Sea Drop Pearl Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold and Diamond Natural Color South Sea Drop Pearl Earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl and Blue Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
A stunning pair of dangle drop dangle South Sea pearl earrings set with a stunning royal blue
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14...

South Sea Pearl and Blue Sapphire Drop Earrings
South Sea Pearl and Blue Sapphire Drop Earrings
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W 0.56 in L 1.19 in
Hakimoto 18k White Gold Natural Color 12mm South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings. Total item
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 18k White Gold Natural Color South Sea Pearl Drop Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold And Diamonds Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 18k Yellow Gold Natural Color South Sea Pearl Drop Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Yellow Gold With Diamonds Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 18k Yellow Gold Natural Color South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold With Diamonds Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 18k White Gold Natural Color South Sea Pearl Drop Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold With Diamonds Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature a top hoop design with diamonds each
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 14.5 x 15mm diameter pearls from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings features two oval shape pearls of 13.5 x 15.5mm from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and pearl earrings feature a top hoop design with diamonds suspending two South Sea
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Natural South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold Natural South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings This immaculate uncanny
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Hoop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 14 x 13 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings features a flower design on the ear with the yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond,...

Ella Gafter 15mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 15 x 13 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter 16mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature a swirl design on the ear with 4.86 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter 14mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 13 x 13.5 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter 18.5mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature a top with a central flower design set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural South Sea Pearl, Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural South Sea Pearl, Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings This illustrious
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter 16mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature a leaf design on the ear with 4.10 carats of round
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter 18mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature a spherical design on the ear set with round
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter 15mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature two 15mm pearls of fine quality nacre and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Hoop Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl earrings feature a pair of pearls of 16 x 15mm diameter. They originate from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Onyx Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
column two round/oval South Sea pearls of 14.5 x 13mm. The untreated South Sea pearls originate from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Hoop Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 15 x 13 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle Drop
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
natural South Sea Pearl measures 12mm x 11mm. These quality Pearls with light golden undertone has a great
Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural South Sea Pearls Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Earrings containing 2 natural South Sea Pearls of about 12.20mm and 48 round brilliant cut Diamonds
Category

2010s North American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Silvery White South Sea Pearl Drop Emerald Pave 18k White Black Gold Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Silvery White South Sea Pearl Drop Emerald Pave 18K White Black Gold Earrings 18 Karat Solid White
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold,...

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Exuding sophistication and luxury, these 13mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” Tahiti South Sea Pearl & Natural Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Tahiti South Sea Pearl and Emerald Earrings South sea Tahiti cultured pearls, grey color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver

Hakimoto 18k Yellow Gold Natural Color South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Yellow Gold Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings. Total item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Golden Baroque South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Pearl Drop Earrings are finished with 18 Karat Gold ear wires. These earrings will never go out of style
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Ella Gafter Art Déco style South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl earrings feature a ¾ gold sphere set with diamonds suspending through a flexible column
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Art Déco style South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature a geometric design with black onyx and diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

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

South Sea White Pearl Halo Pave Diamond Flower 14K Rose Gold Drop Hinge Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
South Sea White Pearl Halo Pave Diamond Flower 14K Rose Gold Drop Hinge Earrings 14 Karat Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Drop Earrings South Sea Pearl White Diamonds Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
. Enhance your natural elegance with these exquisite earrings. Order now and let these South Sea pearls and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Soldier South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Earrings One of a Kind
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
the ocean – a beautiful pearl, as light as a drop of water. Alex Soldier’s Twist collection displays a
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Go...

Alex Soldier South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Earrings One of a Kind
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
the ocean – a beautiful pearl, as light as a drop of water. Alex Soldier’s Twist collection displays a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k...

South Sea Pearl and Round-Cut Diamond 14K White/Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
✔ Stone: Pearl, Diamond ✔ Pearls: 4 stones total ✔ Pearl Cut: Round ✔ Pearl Color: White ✔ Pearl
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20th Century Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl...

Drop Earrings South Sea Pearl White Diamonds Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
18k yellow gold water drop earrings with South Sea pearl and white diamonds are a timeless choice that
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Soldier South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Earrings One of a Kind
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
the ocean – a beautiful pearl, as light as a drop of water. Alex Soldier’s Twist collection displays a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Go...

Hakimoto 13-14 mm South Sea Drop Cultured Pearl 18k Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Natural Color South Sea Cultured Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

30.5 Carat Cultured South Sea Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Woodstock, GA
30.5 Carat Cultured South Sea Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings. These gold drop earrings
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 13-12 mm South Sea Drop Cultured Pearl 18k Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Golden Natural Color South Sea Cultured
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 13-12 mm South Sea Drop Cultured Pearl 18k Diamond Earrings
Hakimoto 13-12 mm South Sea Drop Cultured Pearl 18k Diamond Earrings
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H 0.52 in W 0.48 in Dm 0.48 in L 0.52 in
Ella Gafter Art Déco style South Sea Pearl Diamond Onyx Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature a fan-like design with black onyx and diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Art Déco style 18mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl and diamond earrings feature a top loop set with diamonds suspending through a flexible
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

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

12mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These are exquisite 18-karat white gold earrings, each featuring a large 13mm South Sea pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 18K 12-14mm Natural Color Cultured Drop Pearl Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold and Diamond Natural Color Drop Pearl Earrings Total item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Coral Drop Earrings in 18K Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emanate elegance with these exquisite drop earrings, featuring the natural beauty of South Sea
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Coral, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver, S...

Bochic “Orient” Ruby & South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings Set In 18 Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings Set In 18 Gold & Silver Pinkish, Red Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Drop Earring White Diamonds Baroque South Sea Pearl White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
The baroque South Sea pearl, a timeless symbol of sophistication, is renowned for its shimmering
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl drop earrings with flexible joints feature a top hoop design set with diamonds suspending
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Style Drop Earrings in 18K Gold with Diamonds & South Sea Pearls
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
. And speaking of perfection, the finishing touch is a lustrous South Sea baroque pearl drop -- small by
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2010s American Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18...

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 15.5 x 14 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Drop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The earrings feature two 11.5mm diameter light golden South Sea pearls from the waters of Indonesia
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl earrings feature a stylized heart-shape design with mother-of-pearl and diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Emerald South Sea Pearl Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald earrings feature a flower design on the ear with 5.35 carats of drop shape faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White...

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Natural Sea Pearl Drop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of natural sea pearl drop earrings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. Our selection of items includes 30 vintage examples as well as 273 contemporary versions. 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 natural sea pearl drop earrings made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Ella Gafter, Intini Jewels and Sarah Ho are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 241 pearl versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for brilliant cut natural sea pearl drop earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and pear cut alternatives. Most of our natural sea pearl drop earrings for sale are for women, but there are 59 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Natural Sea Pearl Drop Earrings?

Prices for natural sea pearl drop earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $59 and can go as high as $84,800, while natural sea pearl drop earrings, on average, fetch $4,994.

Finding the Right drop-earrings for You

Earrings are a timeless accessory. Women have been wearing studs and hoops in civilizations as far back as Ancient Egypt. Diamond drop earrings, pearl versions and other antique drop earrings have a long history as well.

While hoops will always be beautiful, drop earrings hold their own as dazzling accessories, and jewelry designers have explored different variations on this style of earring over time.

Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone that drops just below the earlobe. These accessories were popular in the Art Deco era, which encompassed the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design.

There were many influences on Art Deco jewelry; among them, the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. Today, the popularity of long Art Deco drop earrings can be attributed to the influence of Coco Chanel. These earrings are frequently characterized by simple shapes, clean lines and an integration of colorful stones such as blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies to accent the pieces’ diamonds. Indeed, during the 20th century, as technology for diamond cutting improved, diamond drop earrings and other diamond jewelry came into wide popularity. Formal examples of diamond drop earrings pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold drop earrings make great daytime accessories.

While there are at least several types of earrings you could be wearing right now, drop earrings work well for anyone who favors a minimalist look. Whatever the occasion, find a wide range of antique, diamond and pearl drop earrings on 1stDibs.