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Simulated Diamond Cluster Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Simulated Diamond Cluster Vermeil Earrings. These estate-style earrings feature 30
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Simulated Diamond Cluster Vermeil Earrings
Simulated Diamond Cluster Vermeil Earrings
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H 0.63 in W 0.63 in
Stunning 4ct Simulated Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By JARIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 4ct Simulated Diamond Halo Stud Sterling Silver Earrings The earrings feature 2 top
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Stunning Simulated Diamond Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Simulated Diamond Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings. Each stone is equal to a size of 0.5ct
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Zircon, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Stunning Simulated Diamond Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
Stunning Simulated Diamond Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
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H 1.5 in W 0.25 in D 1.63 in
Encrusted Lab Aquamarine and Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous egg-shape encrusted Lab-created Aquamarine and Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings These
Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Platinum

Modern Black Enamel 1ct Round Simulated Diamond Stud Sterling Silver Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Black Enamel 1ct Round Simulated Diamond Stud Sterling Silver Earrings These modern-style
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Style Sterling Silver Ruby and Simulated Diamond Drop Earrings 1990s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Style Sterling Silver Ruby and Simulated Diamond Drop Earrings. The earrings features
Category

1990s Unknown Egyptian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Mixed Metal

Encrusted Nano Green Emerald Crystal and Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous egg-shape encrusted bright nano green emerald crystal and simulated diamond clip-on
Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Yagi Sterling Silver And Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
brand. Ornamented quatrefoil shape. The earrings are richly garnished with German simulated diamonds
Category

20th Century German Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Antique 2.75 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Each earring displays a stunning millegrain decorated bezel set Old European cut diamond to the
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bijoux Num Diamond-Pattern Half Hoop Sterling Silver Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Bijoux Num Diamond-Pattern Half Hoop Sterling Silver Earrings These fabulous earrings
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Platinum

JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Pierced Earrings , Round Earrings , 12 Gm
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver Earrings glimmer with round bead-set Diamonique simulated diamonds. The Circles are made
Category

2010s Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Zircon, Sterling Silver

18mm Carved Chalcedony Flower Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
periwinkle blue chalcedony carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned with round simulated diamonds in the
Category

2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18mm Carved Chalcedony Flower Earrings
18mm Carved Chalcedony Flower Earrings
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in Dm 1 in
18mm Five Petal Flower Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
design three dimension five petal flower, adorned with round simulated diamond cz, handset in 18k yellow
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

23mm Carved Blue Dumortierite Flower Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dumortierite carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned with round simulated diamonds in the center, handset in
Category

2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Other, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

23mm Carved Blue Dumortierite Flower Earrings
23mm Carved Blue Dumortierite Flower Earrings
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H 1 in W 1 in Dm 1 in
24mm Carved Lapis Lazuli Flower Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lapis lazuli carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned with round simulated diamonds in the center
Category

2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

24mm Carved Lapis Lazuli Flower Earrings
24mm Carved Lapis Lazuli Flower Earrings
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H 1 in W 1 in Dm 1 in
Elegant 18mm Carved Dumortierite Flower Button Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dumortierite carved into beautiful three dimension flower, adorned with round simulated diamond in the center
Category

2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Other, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Elegant 18mm Carved Dumortierite Flower Button Earrings
Elegant 18mm Carved Dumortierite Flower Button Earrings
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in
Bijoux Num Triple Oval Amazonite Stud Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
simulated diamonds, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The amazonite offer rich blue
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amazonite, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Bijoux Num Triple Oval Amazonite Stud Earrings
Bijoux Num Triple Oval Amazonite Stud Earrings
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H 0.5 in W 0.5 in Dm 0.5 in
14mm Carved Frosted Quartz Flower Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carved into beautiful three dimension flower, adorned with round simulated diamond (1/2 carat size
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

19mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19mm blue quartzite carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned with round simulated diamonds in the
Category

2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

19mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
19mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in Dm 1 in
24mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
24mm blue quartzite carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned with round simulated diamonds in the
Category

2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

24mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
24mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
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H 1 in W 1 in Dm 1 in
Bijoux Num Black Enamel Septagon Door Knocker Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Black Enamel Septagon Door Knocker earrings. Handset with round and pear shape simulated
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

14mm Carved Frosted Quartz Flower Sterling Silver Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
frosted quartz carved into beautiful three dimension flower, adorned with round simulated diamond (1/2
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18mm Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond cz, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. Straight post with large earring back
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Keishi Pearl Open Pear Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of lustrous cultured Japanese Keishi pearls adorned with round simulated diamonds, handset in 18k
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Keishi Pearl Open Pear Drop Earrings
Bijoux Num Keishi Pearl Open Pear Drop Earrings
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H 2.25 in W 1.25 in
Tear drop Golden Druzy Quartz Vermeil Hook Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is adorned with round simulated diamond and set in 18k gold vermeil over sterling silver. Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Druzy, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Tear drop Golden Druzy Quartz Vermeil Hook Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is adorned with round simulated diamond and set in 18k gold vermeil over sterling silver. Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Druzy, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Bijoux Num Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Stud Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated silver. The lapis lazuli offer rich blue hue with
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Stud Earrings
Bijoux Num Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Stud Earrings
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H 0.5 in W 0.5 in Dm 0.5 in
Bijoux Num Triple Oval Rainbow Moonstone Stud Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
round simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated silver. The rainbow moonstone offer unique
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Triple Oval Rainbow Moonstone Stud Earrings
Bijoux Num Triple Oval Rainbow Moonstone Stud Earrings
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H 0.5 in W 0.5 in Dm 0.5 in
18mm Five Petal Flower Two-tone Sterling Silver Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
features intricate design three dimension five petal flower, adorned with round simulated diamond cz
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Platinum, Rhodium, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

18mm Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Sterling Silver Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond cz, handset in platinum rhodium plated sterling silver. Straight post with large earring back
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Double Freshwater Pearl Drop Hook Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
feature two pair of lustrous freshwater pearls and 52pcs of round simulated diamond, handset in platinum
Category

2010s American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Heart Pierced Earrings w Amethyst 9.9 grams
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Heart" Sterling Silver Earrings glimmer with round bead-set Diamonique simulated diamonds. A smaller
Category

2010s Unknown Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Sterling Silver

Elizabeth Taylor Suite of Multi Gem, Diamond and 18K Jewelry
By Zorab Creation
Located in Udim, IL
colored gemstones, circular cut multi colored simulated gemstones and circular cut diamonds, mounted in
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Stunning Triple Oval Turquoise Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated sterling silver. The turquoise stones have natural
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Stunning Triple Oval Turquoise Earrings
Stunning Triple Oval Turquoise Earrings
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H 0.69 in W 0.69 in Dm 0.69 in
Bijoux Num Oval Cabochon and Carved Flower Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, adorned with round simulated diamond, handset in platinum rhodium plated sterling silver. Straight post
Category

2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Stunning Triple Oval Amazonite Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
simulated diamonds, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The amazonite stones have
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amazonite, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Stunning Triple Oval Amazonite Vermeil Earrings
Stunning Triple Oval Amazonite Vermeil Earrings
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H 0.69 in W 0.69 in Dm 0.69 in
Bijoux Num Oval Kyanite and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
flower, adorned with round simulated diamond, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver
Category

2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Kyanite, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Oval Cabochon and Carved Flower Mother of Pearl Drop Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
flower, adorned with round simulated diamond, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver
Category

2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Rock Crystal Topaz Girandole Earrings Brooch
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 18th century “Minas Novas” rock crystal, colorless topaz and simulated-emerald doblet
Category

Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Topaz, Silver

Luxury Classic Ocean Blue Navy Swarovski Crystals Water Tear Drop Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
. Material: Alloy, Simulated Diamonds. Size: 6.2*2.0 cm. Weight: 6 g/each. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Luxury Classic Red Ruby Swarovski Crystals Drop Retro Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
. Material: Alloy, Simulated Diamonds. Size: 6.2*2.0 cm. Weight: 7.0 g/each. _ _ _ Great for everyday
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Bijoux Num Black Mother of Pearl and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mother of pearl flower, adorned with round simulated diamond, handset in platinum rhodium plated sterling
Category

2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Stunning Triple Oval Blue Kyanite Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
simulated diamond, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The oval kyanite stones have
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Kyanite, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Stunning Triple Oval Blue Kyanite Vermeil Earrings
Stunning Triple Oval Blue Kyanite Vermeil Earrings
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H 0.69 in W 0.69 in Dm 0.69 in
Stunning Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
simulated diamond, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The oval lapis lazuli stones
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Stunning Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Vermeil Earrings
Stunning Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Vermeil Earrings
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H 0.69 in W 0.69 in Dm 0.69 in
Vintage Grossé Crystal & Pearl Earrings 1980s
By Grosse
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A timeless and ultra chic pair of Vintage Grossé Crystal & Pearl Earrings. A vision of diamonds and
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Bijoux Num Clover Pattern Star Shape Vermeil Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
16pcs of round simulated diamond handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil sterling silver with brush satin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Statement Crystal & Pearl Drop Earrings 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of Vintage Crystal & Pearl Drop Earrings. A dreamy combo embodying the diamond and pearl
Category

Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings

Stunning Triple Oval Aquamarine, Kyanite, Rainbow Moonstone Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
moonstone, adorned with round simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated sterling silver. The
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Rainbow Moonstone, Kyanite, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Mabe Pearl Earrings 1990s
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of eternally chic Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Mabe Pearl Earrings. Inspired by the fine jewels
Category

1990s Clip-on Earrings

Sophisticated Half Black Enamel Half Pave Clip-on Sterling Silver Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Half Black Enamel Half Pave Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings These classic and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Oval-shape Encrusted Lavender CZ Black Rhodium Clip-on Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous encrusted Lavender CZ and Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings These earrings feature 94
Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Sophisticated Half Royal Blue Enamel Half Pave Sterling Silver Clip-on Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Half Royal Blue Enamel Half Pave Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings These classic and sophisticate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Lillian Shalom Sparkling Starburst Statement Earpiece
By Lillian Shalom
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
set with an array of simulated white diamonds. Piece can be redesigned with any assortment of stones
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Other, Silver

26.87 Carat Genuine Kyanite and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
26.87 Carat Genuine Kyanite and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings ● Kyanite and White
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Kyanite, Sterling Silver

22.59 Ctw Genuine Kyanite, Turquoise and Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
22.59 Carat Genuine Kyanite, Turquoise and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings ● Kyanite
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Kyanite, Sterling Silver

11.32 Carat Genuine Tanzanite and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
11.32 Carat Genuine Tanzanite and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings ● Tanzanite and
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

18.20 Carat Emerald, Blue Sapphire and Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
18.20 Carat Emerald, Blue Sapphire and Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings ● Emerald, Blue
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sterling Silver

23.77 Carat Genuine Kyanite, Turquoise and Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
23.77 Carat Genuine Kyanite, Turquoise and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings ● Multi
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Kyanite, White Diamond, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

15.72 Carat Genuine Coral, Blue Topaz and Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
15.72 Carat Genuine Coral, Blue Topaz and White Diamond .925 Sterling Silver Earrings ● Multi
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

29.05 Carat Genuine Multi Gemstones .925 Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
created, nor simulated. ● Verified Gemstones - tested by our in-house experts ● Conflict-Free Diamonds
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Turquoise, Kyanite, Sterling Silver

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Simulated Diamond Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of simulated diamond earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from silver, sterling silver and gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 11 vintage editions and 98 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of simulated diamond earrings to choose from, but contemporary and artisan simulated diamond earrings are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Bijoux Num, JARIN and Judith Ripka are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 14, are particularly popular. There are many oval cut, round cut and mixed cut simulated diamond earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of simulated diamond earrings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Simulated Diamond Earrings?

On average, simulated diamond earrings at 1stDibs sell for $395, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $48,875 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.