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Vintage Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver and Mabe Pearl Lever Back Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
These classic and stunning vintage Tiffany and Co. hallmarked sterling silver and Mabe pearl lever
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful pair of lever-back earrings crafted in 14K yellow gold showcasing stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. 14k, Turquoise & Baroque Pearl Lever Back Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Gold Lever Back hooks, chain and wiring. Each Earring features a high luster Pear shaped Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Emerald Sapphire Tahiti Pearl Lever-Back Three-Stone Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Diamond 76-0,27ct-VVS1 Emerald 2 - Oval-1,87ct 3 / (5) Z1A Tahiti Pearl d10,0-10,5ct 2-18,2 ct Blue
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2010s Swiss Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Chic Quartz Diamond Mother of Pearl Lever-Back Earrings 14K Yellow Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
14K Yellow Gold Earrings Diamond 84-0,34 ct Quartz 2-13,2 ct Mother of Pearl 2-4,74 ct Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Classic Elegance Akoya Cultured Pearl Lever Back Earrings, PEA1008DW
By Mikimoto
Located in Wilmington, DE
7.5mm Akoya cultured pearls and 0.08cttw diamonds, set in 18K white gold. PEA1008DW
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2010s Drop Earrings

Estate 14k Diamond Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Emerald Pearl Lever Back Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
with 8.50mm pearls. We have never seen or owned earrings that looked like these and odds are neither
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Baroque White Pearl Diamond 18K White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold lever backs with bezel set diamonds produce a glistering accent to the descending
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baroque White Pearl Diamond 18K White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
Baroque White Pearl Diamond 18K White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
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W 0.66 in D 0.35 in L 1.47 in
Maria Kotsoni Contemporary 18k Gold Black Pearl Lever Back Diamond Ear Pendants
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The Black Pearl and Diamond, ear pendants are crafted in 18K yellow gold, hallmarked in Cyprus
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold with Platinum Lever Back Pearl Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold with Platinum Lever Back Pearl Earrings 3.66 grams total weight.
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2010s Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold

1990s White Baroque Pearl Lever Back Drop Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1990s Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 3.5 Grams Dimensions: 1.25 inch Length
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1990s Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Marina J. Pearl, Ruby & 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
inches long, this pair hangs from solid 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back Hooks and is easily able to be worn up
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
lever-back type and slip on from the front. A round pearly white oriental pearl is held in claws and
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Precious Pearl Diamond Fabulous White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
-0,01-4/8A Pearl d9,5-10,0 2-13,51 ct Weight 6.56 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry
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2010s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Estate Earrings Lever Backs
Located in Boca Raton, FL
also are set with 10 white cultured pearls and measure .75 inches in diameter. Lever Backs.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

French, 1900s, Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Pair of earrings in 18 karat rose gold, horse head hallmark. Charming lever- back
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Marian J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Yellow Gold wiring and 14k Yellow gold Lever Back Hooks, each earring measures 1.5 inches long
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Pearl, Kyanite and 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Gold wiring and 14k Yellow gold Lever Back Hooks, each earring measures 1.5 inches long. * All
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Kyanite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

French 19th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Small antique lever- back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

French 20th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique lever- back
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Elegant Combination Pearls Purple Amethyst Diamond Pink Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
/2 Pearls d 3,0-3,5 2-0,41 ct Weight 2.03 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Pearl Yellow Gold Lever-Back "Cluster" Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Emeralds. These Earrings have also Pearls. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 19th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
bright rose gold, they are formed of an openwork disc, decorated each one with 7 natural half pearls and
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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 19th Century Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique lever- back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.10 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Mabe Pearl Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also Mabe Pearls. All our Earrings have pins for pierced
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold...

French 19th Century Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever-Back Star Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
, they have the shape of a star with five branches decorated in the center of a half natural pearl. The
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Mabe Pearl and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pierced Lever Back Teardrop Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
resembles a rendition of a semi greek key pattern. They are lever back and fall beautifully on the ear lobe
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Dangle Pearl Earrings with Solid 14k White Gold & Lever Back Hooks
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearls dangling from solid 14k White Gold Chain. The Pearl's soft multi colored iridescence is perfectly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also 15.00 Carats of Freshwater Pearls. All our Earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold...

Modern Mother of Pearls White Diamond White Gold Earrings Lever-Back for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Earrings White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 172-RND57-1,28-4/4A Pearls d 10,5-11,0
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2010s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Mabe Pearl Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
of White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also Mabe Pearls. All our Earrings have pins for
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold...

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Mabe Pearl White Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
of White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also Mabe Pearls. These Earrings are available also
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold...

Marina J. Solid 14k Yellow Gold Dangle Baroque Pearl Earrings w Lever Back Hooks
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Lever Back hooks. This pair brings a fun dramatic yet classy look and is easily worn with any
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unheated Pink Sapphire Lever Back Earrings
Located in Singapore, SG
occasions. Featuring a hinged lever in the closure mechanism, they provide a secure clasp at the back. Set
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unheated Pink Sapphire Lever Back Earrings
Unheated Pink Sapphire Lever Back Earrings
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W 0.6 in L 0.15 in
18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Tear Drop Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
unique pairing. 18k yellow gold lever backs with pave set diamonds glitter white light, while joining the
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2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Tear Drop Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Tear Drop Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
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W 0.62 in D 0.62 in L 1.22 in
20th Century Peridot 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever-back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
with a gadroon decoration and a gold pearl. Each is set with a round peridot. The clasp threads through
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Creed Gold Filled Cultured Pearl and Leaf Screw Back Earrings
Located in London, GB
Lovely 1/20 12K gold filled screw back earrings, featuring a leaf design with cultured pearls
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Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold-filled

Chic Quartz Diamond Mother of Pearll Lever-Back Earrings 14K Yellow Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
14K Yellow Gold Earrings Diamond 84-0,34 ct Quartz 2-13,2 ct Mother of Pearl 2-4,74 ct Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Level-Back Retrò Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Unique pair of level-back retrò earrings in 9K rose gold and
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Vintage 1940s Retro Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Large Mabe Pearl Post Earrings with Freeform Yellow Gold Frames and Omega Backs
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Two gorgeous mabe pearls -- white with pink overtones -- are set in graceful 14 karat yellow gold
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2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Tahitian South Sea Pearl Earrings with Omega Backs and Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned pair of 18K white gold Tahitian South Sea pearl earrings with 10 round faceted diamonds
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Keshi Pearl drop earrings
By Cyntia Miglio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
within 2 weeks 4 month warranty Details: - 40mm long approximately - 14K gold filled lever back hooks
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2010s Canadian Modernist Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Keshi Pearl drop earrings
Keshi Pearl drop earrings
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H 15.75 in
Earrings with Emeralds and Pearls
Located in Milano, MI
Earrings set in 18kt gold with natural emeralds and small cultured pearls. With lever back
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Vintage 1970s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Earrings with Emeralds and Pearls
Earrings with Emeralds and Pearls
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W 0.75 in D 0.32 in L 1.11 in
Coral and Natural Pearl Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
inch by three quarters of an inch. Pearls are natural. The backs are clips and posts. A matching ring
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Vintage 1950s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Bow Pearl Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14.3mm high x 11.3mm wide. The round pearls have a blueish hue and good luster. Stamped on the lever is W
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Early 2000s German Retro Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Bow Pearl Earrings
Yellow Gold Bow Pearl Earrings
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H 0.57 in W 0.45 in
0.65 Carat Diamond Earrings, Pearl, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
the elegance of the design.Adding a touch of sophistication, the lever-back fastening is fashioned
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Mabe Pearl Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Tampa, FL
Tiffany & Co Mabe Pearl Earrings
Category

20th Century American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Mabe Pearl Earrings
Tiffany & Co Mabe Pearl Earrings
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Dm 0.56 in
White Pearl and Diamond Round Omega Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful white pearl round and diamond round earrings with omega backs. Handmade with attention
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

1960s Vintage Flower Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage elegant and chic Flower Pearl earrings A classic 1960s look that is timeless, the earrings
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Mabe Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
A classic and sophisticated pair of 14 karat yellow gold pearl and diamond earrings. The earrings
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20th Century Unknown Romantic Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mabe Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Mabe Pearl and Diamond Earrings
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Dm 0.63 in
Floral Pearl Silver Gold Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Floral Pearl Silver Gold Earrings. Total height: 2.10 centimeters. Total width: 1.75 centimeters
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Silver

Marina B Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k white gold earrings by Marina B, set with mother of pearl, 12.5mm mabe pearls in the
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20th Century Italian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Platinum Cultured South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
. Measure 1 7/8 inches long and 3/4 inches wide. They are for pierced ears with a lever back.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Antique Ruby and Seed Pearl Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
earrings are provided with a lever-back closure, The earrings are in very good condition and date from
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Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Comete Pearl Drop Diamond Gold Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
Chanel’s popular Comete Collection reaches starry new heights courtesy of these gorgeous pearls
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Early 2000s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Black Pearl and Diamonds Earrings
By Mikimoto
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stunning Mikimoto black South Sea pearl earrings with a surround of pear shaped diamonds. The
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Late 20th Century Japanese Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum

18 Karat Diamond Tahitian Silver Pearl Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
I in color (G.I.A.). Diamonds are 3.2mm and have a total carat weight of 0.24ctw. These lever-back
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Early 2000s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Diamond Tahitian Silver Pearl Earrings
18 Karat Diamond Tahitian Silver Pearl Earrings
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H 0.94 in W 0.48 in
Chanel Comete Pearl Drop Diamond Gold Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
Chanel’s popular Comete Collection reaches starry new heights courtesy of these gorgeous pearls
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Early 2000s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Spectacular Diamond and Pearl-set Gold Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Swiss. These diamond and pearl earrings are breathtaking. The look is
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

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Pearl Lever Back For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl lever back for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 565 vintage or 539 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a pearl lever back may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A pearl lever back from Marina J., Luigi Ferrara and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A pearl lever back can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 751 pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and brilliant cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pearl lever back, 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 Pearl Lever Back?

On average, a pearl lever back at 1stDibs sells for $1,945, while they’re typically $99 on the low end and $187,500 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.