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Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of drop earrings crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco .76ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum Earrings
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire earrings in Platinum. These stunning earrings have
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful period Art deco Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings. Exceptional workmanship and design
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1920s French Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Synthetic Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art-Deco Synthetic Blue Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings. Each earring features a magnificent
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1910s Spanish Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1920s Platinum 3.52tgw Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Art Deco platinum, white gold, sapphire, and diamond earrings, each comprising forty
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14K Diamond Sapphire Star Snowflake Earrings GIA NO HEAT
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking pair of original Art Deco earrings done in 14K and set with approximately .12cttw in G
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Deco Tutti Frutti Diamond Sapphire Carved Ruby Platinum Earrings, Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Art Deco period Tutti Frutti diamond, cabochon sapphire, carved ruby platinum earrings
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

4.75 Carat Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
4.75 Carat sapphire and diamond dangle earrings. Made in platinum with two oval cabochon sapphires
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Pair of Art Deco Period 14k Gold & Color Change Sapphire Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful pair of lab created color change sapphire or so-called "synthetic Alexandrite" earrings
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Sapphire, 14k Gold

6.32 Carat Aqua Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920’s aquamarine, diamond and sapphire dangle earrings. Two shield cut aquamarine dangles
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA 1.64 Carat Octagonal Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco sapphire and diamond dangle drop earrings. These 1920's dangle earrings are made up of 2
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.84 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1915 Art Deco sapphire and diamond dangle earrings. Set with shield, baguette and round diamonds in
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1920s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A pair of 18ct & Platinum, diamond set, Art Deco drop earrings. Each earring is claw set at the
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Natural Jade, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Modern Art Deco Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Greenwich, CT
. Expertly handcrafted in Platinum and diamonds, accented with 4 princess cut Pink Sapphires and a touch of
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum

KTF Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
KTF Trifari Alfred Philippe tri color Art Deco pave swirl earclips . Of faux ruby ,sapphire and
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1920s American Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Rhodium, Base Metal

KTF Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Earrings
KTF Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Earrings
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Diamond & Coloured Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Kasturjewels
Located in London, W1U 2JG
Consciously sourced multi coloured sapphires & single cut diamonds in a art deco hexagonal earring
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 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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1920s Italian Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Burmese sapphire and diamond drop earrings. A matching pair of earrings, each set with a cushion
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Sapphire Platinum18 KT Cluster Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire latter modified into earclips, top are of solid Platinum, ear back clips
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1920s European Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

~16 Carat Cabochon Cut Burma Sapphire AGL Certified and Diamond 14K Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
European Cut) Carat: Approximately 4 Carats Description: These Art Deco Era Earrings feature AGL Certified
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 1920s Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow and white gold, eagle head hallmark. Small antique
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1920s French Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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

Vintage 14 karat White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Earrings
Located in Jerusalem, IL
there are 7 4 mm round Sapphires , total Sapphire weight for the pair around 2 carats. The Earrings are
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.10 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920's GIA Certified light pink sapphire and diamond dangle earrings. 2 cushion cut pink
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 10K Two Tone Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Antique Art Deco 10K Two Tone Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Earrings. These gorgeous
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1890s Unknown Victorian Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.53 Carat Orange Sapphire Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Sapphire and diamond dangle earrings. GIA Certified natural no heat orange sapphire
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Circa 1920s 1.80 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Snowflake French Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
: Old miner Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Item Features: These lovely 1920s Art Deco snowflake clip on
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Bright oval cornflower blue Sapphire and diamond dangle drop earrings, in 14k white gold
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Round Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose White Gold Clip Post Lever Back Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Late Art Deco sapphire and diamond earrings. Hailing from the late 1930's, these 14k rose gold clip
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Gold Diamond Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Italy to make simple-chic Art Deco style jewellery, completely handmade and using the typical gemstones
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Early 1900s Chinese Arts and Crafts Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Important Sapphire & Diamond earrings 18KT yellow gold Estate Rare Find Ruby
Located in Jupiter, FL
untreated. The earrings have an omega backing and are of Art Deco style. GRAM WEIGHT: 16.69gr GOLD: 18KT
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Late 19th Century North American Modern Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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

Antique 10ct Rose Gold Alexandrite Dormeuse Earrings Circa 1920s Valued $3150
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Very Unique Antique Earrings and a True Rarity These Circa 1920s earrings are set with synthetic
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1920s European Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Alexandrite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco White and Star Sapphire Suite in Box
Located in New York, NY
white sapphires in an deco pattern set into silver. Earrings have screw back fixtures.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Rare Art Deco Drayson Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Suite in Platinum
By Drayson
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Art Deco Drayson emerald, sapphire and diamond brooch, earring and ring suite set in
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Pendant Earrings
Located in Principaute De Monaco, MC
Platinum Art Deco Earrings set with Diamonds and Sapphires Diamonds: 3.30 ct circa Sapphires
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sugarloaf Cut Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in Munich, DE
the Art Deco period, they look like little wings on the ear. The earrings have large arched
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1920s American Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Art deco style sapphire and diamond drop earrings, set in 18ct gold and platinum.
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond, Sapphire, Onyx and Diamond Earrings
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
These Art Deco earrings are finely made with onyx caps with bands of diamonds and long diamond set
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Antique Platinum Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Earrings with Filigree & Engraving
Located in New Orleans, LA
one amazing pair of Art Deco earrings. Set in platinum with diamonds and French Cut sapphires, these
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Beautiful Art Deco 3.40 Carat No Heat Sapphire Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Gleaming Sky Drops Sweet, gleaming sway given by these lovely Edwardian / Art Deco Diamond
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Sapphire 2.5 Carat Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in DALLAS, TX
Platinum 9.0 carat total weight sapphire and 2.5 carat total weight diamond earrings with 14k white
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 4.72 Carat Natural Green Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Essex, GB
Top grade natural sapphire earrings. The perfectly matched old cut green sapphires – certified as
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

Sapphire Diamond Gold platinum Earrings
Located in Carmel, CA
This stunning pair of earrings features two round sapphires for 3.82 total carats which are
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

 Sapphire Diamond Gold platinum Earrings
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Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Lotus Drop Earrings
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
Very, very beautiful indeed. A bright, cornflower blue natural sapphire rests in the centre of a
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Estate Antique 14K Yellow Gold 2.5 CTW Mine Cut Diamond Sapphire Clipon Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Details: Estate Antique 14K Yellow Gold 2.50 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond & Sapphire Clip-on Earrings
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Portuguese, circa 1920s. A pair of finely crafted disc-shaped platinum-topped 19K gold earrings
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
diamonds with an approximate total weight of 0.80 ct and 36 natural blue sapphires with an approximate
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, platinum. These elegant Art Deco earrings feature cool geometric shapes set with 1.50
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Calibre Sapphire Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Finely crafted 18K white gold vintage earrings are channel set with calibre cut blue sapphires
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire

Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Earrings circa 1920
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Original Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Earrings circa 1920, the sapphires weigh 14.29 carats and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Dramatic Sapphire Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
Absolutely exquisite diamond and sapphire earrings from the Art Deco (ca1920) era! Each gorgeous
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Original Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Earrings in Platinum
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A Pair of Platinum, Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Earrings - c 1930, great craftsmanship and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Palladium Diamond Sapphire Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Antique Art Deco Palladium Diamond Sapphire Pearl Drop Earrings. These beautiful pair of
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Palladium

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Art Deco platinum dangle earrings. Set with fine transitional cut bright white diamonds and
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Open Work Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Solid Platinum open work Sapphire diamond earrings. Square channel set Sapphires and good
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Burma Sapphire Diamond Platinum Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite pair of Tiffany & Co. sapphire and diamond earrings from the Art Deco
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1920s Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum 14 Karat Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earring
Located in Miami, FL
Offered here is a refurbished Art Deco pair of drop earring. platinum bottom round bezel set with
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Daisy Cluster Drop Earrings, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
0.05 carat and the other weighing 0.02 carat, with another deep blue sapphire at the top of the earring
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Spectacular Art Deco sapphire and diamond platinum earrings. GIA certificate states the sapphires
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Earrings. These gorgeous earrings
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

2.08 Carat Art Deco Blue Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco cornflower blue natural no heat Sapphire and diamond dangle earrings. 2 fine cornflower
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Early 20th Century Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

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Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of sapphire art deco antique earrings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 14k gold and 18k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 103 vintage versions or 95 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of sapphire art deco antique earrings made by Art Deco jewelers — as well as those associated with contemporary — are very popular. Tutti Frutti Jewellery, Giulia Colussi and Bailey, Banks & Biddle each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of sapphire versions from the 133 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many mixed cut, oval cut and round cut sapphire art deco antique earrings for sale. When shopping our range of sapphire art deco antique earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Sapphire Art Deco Antique Earrings?

On average, sapphire art deco antique earrings at 1stDibs sell for $900, while they’re typically $40 on the low end and $54,187 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.