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Swiss Antique Earrings

Swiss 18kt Yellow and White Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Swiss 18kt Yellow and White Gold Earrings with Diamonds are a luxurious and exquisite jewelry
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Early 20th Century Swiss Modern Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Chopard Earrings 18 kt. Yellow gold With Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Chopard Earrings 18 kt. Yellow gold With Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds
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Early 20th Century Swiss Artisan Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Chrysoprase Diamond Russian Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Ever Green Gorgeous antique pair of Russian drop earrings in traditional past design hand crafted
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Chrysophrase, Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco 2.40 Ct. Diamond Platinum Charming Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Charm These sweet Art Deco period drop earrings are of simple effective design. Prizing fine
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 4.0 Ct Diamond Platinum Rare Bow Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
sections, artful workmanship of the era, great effect when on Diamonds TCW is 4.00 Ct. Between old Swiss
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1920s European Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Stud Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
These Art Deco diamond stud earrings are created in 18 karat gold and 925 sterling silver. These
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

6.79 Carat Certified Colombian Minor Emerald Diamond Removable Drop Earrings PT
Located in New York, NY
grams C. Dunaigre Switzerland Certified 6.79 Ct Colombian Minor Emerald Diamond Earrings Platinum
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Mid-19th Century Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Oval Cabochon Amethyst and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
a four claw, pear setting. The earrings are adorned with three Swiss cut diamonds above, weighing a
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1770s Unknown Modern Swiss Antique Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1920s GIA 6.53ct Old European Diamond Drop Hanging Platinum Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A sleek and sexy pair of ART DECO 6.53ctw Diamond Drop Earrings in Platinum and Gold, dating from
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1920s Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Art Deco 4.50 Ct Diamond Cornucopia Platinum Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
earrings were to impress loaded with Diamonds and sometimes with coloured gemstones complement These truly
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1920s European Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

18 K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earclips Interchangeable Signed Péclard
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Elegant 18 K white and yellow Gold hoop earrings set with 52 brillinat cut Diamonds weighing 1.05
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1880s Swiss Contemporary Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Plojoux diamond enamel portrait pendant/brooch, Swiss, circa 1915.
Located in London, GB
, earrings, a necklace and a raised scarab beetle motif, with open backholing, fitted to reverse with a
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1910s Swiss Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Enamel

Portrait of an Edwardian Lady - British 1900 art female portrait oil painting
By Ralph Peacock
Located in London, GB
; an ornate ring, fleur de lys broach, a long string of pearls, earrings and a beautiful tiara of
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Early 1900s Realist Swiss Antique Earrings

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Oil

The Pearl Lady, Oil on board signed Honthorst, dated 1644
By Gerard van Honthorst
Located in Paris, FR
the character of the model. This type of face is found throughout the valley of the Rhin, Switzerland
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17th Century Old Masters Swiss Antique Earrings

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Wood Panel

French Pastel Portrait of a Chevalier of the Order of St Louis.
By (Circle of) Jean Baptiste Greuze
Located in Cotignac, FR
Liotard (Swiss, 1702–1789). The paper used was usually the same type made for wrapping objects; it was
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18th Century Romantic Swiss Antique Earrings

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Paper, Pastel

Pair of Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring with a tear-drop shaped pearl
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Early 19th Century British Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Turn of the Century Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
a flower with a demantoid garnet centre, swiss-cut diamond encrusted petals and stems terminating to
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

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Antique Georgian 19th Century Portuguese Diamond Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in gold and silver, rivers and crescents with antique foiled diamonds in the cascades of these graceful chandelier earrings from 1790 . These are diamonds you can wear for breakf...
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Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sweet 2.50 Ct Diamond 7.2 mm. Pearl Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
The Classy Must! These gorgeous and timeless antique earrings are Edwardian period They have been hand crafted of solid 18 KT and Platinum – designed in the most elegant cluster desi...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

6.48 Carat Cabochon Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Ring
Located in Amagansett, NY
This gorgeous 18K Gold Cabochon Emerald Ring is comprised of 5 Emeralds. The stones are Oval cut and bezel set. When held to the light you will notice natural imperfections in the st...
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2010s Indian Modern Swiss Antique Earrings

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Siberian Amethyst Russian Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian siberian amethyst earrings centered with oval cut amethyst with a length diameter 8mm flanked with seed pearls total earrings length 2 cm hall marked 56 imperial Russ...
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1890s Swiss Antique Earrings

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Circlet Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian Circlet Drop Earrings. Set with gorgeous, sparkling white diamonds, set in platinum with 18ct g...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Swiss Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Iolite, & Tanzanite 14K Gold Four Stone Earrings
Located in Amagansett, NY
Shades of purple and blue, this stunning pear of earrings are exquisite. Comprised of Swiss Blue Topaz rounds, Amethyst pears, emerald cut Iolite and Tanzanite ovals, these earrings ...
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2010s Indian Modern Swiss Antique Earrings

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Amethyst, Iolite, Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, St...

Vintage Belgian 18kt Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Vintage Belgian 18kt Gold Earrings with Diamonds, Yellow Gold, and White Gold: These exquisite vintage earrings are a testament to timeless elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted in Be...
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20th Century Belgian Modern Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Emeralds Maravellous Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 2.57 Carat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Engagement Emerald Diamond Ring Set with a Natural Colombian Emerald Medium Green 1.56 Carats and Natural white diamonds 1.01 Carats H-SI1,. Total Gemstone Weight 2.57 Carats. This ...
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2010s American Contemporary Swiss Antique Earrings

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Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique 4.10 Ct Diamond Platinum Gold Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920 These finely crafted 18K greenish-yellow gold and platinum cluster earrings are embellished with well-matched, bright white old mine cut and old European cut diamonds (E-...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Dubini Constantine Roman Ancient Bronze Coin Citrine Garnet 18K Gold Earrings
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
These Dubini coin earrings from the 'Empires' collection feature authentic Roman Imperial bronze coins set in 18K yellow gold with citrine and garnet cabochon stones. * Due to the u...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Swiss Antique Earrings

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Citrine, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Platinum Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
This antique stunner is made in platinum 950 and set with following stones: 1 emerald cut emerald of beautiful green colour approx. 1.40 ct, Colombian origin 2 old mine cut diamonds...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 79174
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 79174. Chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 26.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on a crown....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, Steel

Victorian Style Garnet Yellow Gold Medallion Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Rich deep red garnet gemstones accent this tastefully ornate pair of antique style fourteen karat (14k) yellow gold drop earrings. Secured by a decorative post , these medallion shap...
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Late 19th Century American Early Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Hearts Blue Stone Diamond 18k Rose Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
One look at this wondrous necklace from Chopard and our hearts flutter. It is from their Happy Hearts collection and has been created from 18k rose gold to shine. The chain holds two...
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2010s Italian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 kt. Yellow Gold & Steel Chopard Ring with Moving Happy Diamond
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Yellow Gold & Steel Chopard Ring with Moving Happy Diamond Diamonds: Happy diamond 0.07 ct. , Brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 0.32 ct. Material: 18 kt. yellow & stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Antique Victorian Turquoise Glass and Cut Steel Earrings, c. 1840
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue glass chandelier navettes surrounded by cut steel are unusual and though they originate from c.1840’s they have contemporary cheer.The beautiful blue brightens the face and eyes...
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1620s British Georgian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Cut Steel

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Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings set in Platinum
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fabulous Art Deco Brazilian Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings set in Platinum. Dating to the late
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1910s Brazilian Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings set in Platinum
Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings set in Platinum
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Art Deco 10.00 Carat Natural Peridot Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
The Deco Elegance One of the prettiest pair of authentic Art Deco drop earrings Platinum hand made
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1920s Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Stunning Art Deco 4.0 Carat Diamond Platinum Rare Bow Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
discrete glam The intricate bows hold together 58 old Swiss cut Diamonds G/H VVS TO SI approx 2.40 Ct
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1920s Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 4.50 Carat Diamond Cornucopia Platinum Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
earrings were to impress loaded with Diamonds and sometimes with coloured gemstones complement These truly
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1920s Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Wearable Pair of Precious Roman Earrings
Located in Zurich, Canton Zurich
A pair of precious golden bow-earrings. The box of the drop shaped carnelian inlay is surrounded
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15th Century and Earlier Lebanese Classical Roman Swiss Antique Earrings

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Carnelian, Gold

Wearable Pair of Precious Roman Earrings
Wearable Pair of Precious Roman Earrings
H 1.54 in W 0.28 in D 0.6 in
Antique Swiss Enamel and Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of European Antique gold and Swiss enamel earrings. The earring are composed of fleur-de-lys
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1850s Swiss Swiss Antique Earrings

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18k Gold

Georgian Dramatic Swiss Enamel Day Night Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
to wear. Although these earrings do not depict a scenic Swiss image, they are indeed a wonderful
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1830s Swiss Georgian Swiss Antique Earrings

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18k Gold

Victorian Floral Swiss Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
to wear. Although these earrings do not depict a scenic Swiss image, they feature the fine Swiss
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1880s Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swiss Gold Demi Parure Earrings and Brooch with Miniature Painting, circa 1870
Located in Goettingen, DE
Swiss Gold Demi Parure Earrings and Brooch with miniature painting, circa 1870 Very decorative
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1870s Swiss Etruscan Revival Swiss Antique Earrings

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Gold

Victorian Swiss Enamel Painted Porcelain 14 Karat Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an oblong drop that contains a hand painted Swiss enamel porcelain plaque One depicting
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19th Century Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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14k Gold

Antique Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Excellent condition. Remarks from Lawrence Jeffrey: “From heels and jeans to ball gowns, these earrings
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Early 20th Century Swiss Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910-20s, 18k/Platinum, Genève, Switzerland. Timelessly elegant, these antique diamond drop
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1910s Swiss Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond Drop Earrings
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Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 18k, German with Swiss import marks. These period Art Deco earrings are the epitome of
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Onyx, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond and Pearl Chandelier Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, platinum over 18k, possibly Swiss. Finely handcrafted in platinum over yellow gold
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1910s Swiss Antique Earrings

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White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Enamel 14 Karat Gold Dart Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 14k gold blue enamel dart earrings circa 1900. These charming Swiss enamel style
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Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond Yellow Gold Etruscan Drop Earrings, Vienna circa 1865
Located in Goettingen, DE
Victorian Diamond Yellow Gold Etruscan Drop Earrings, Vienna circa 1865 Decorative gold and
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1860s Austrian Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Enamel Portrait Suite
Located in London, GB
clip on earrings, the bracelet set with seven miniature portraits of lady's, hand painted Swiss enamel
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1890s French Late Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Early Victorian Swiss Enamel Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Narberth, PA
beautiful in person. An incredible Swiss Enamel necklace and earring set from the early Victorian (1850
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1850s Swiss Early Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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14k Gold, Enamel

Early Victorian Swiss Enamel Gemstone Gold Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Narberth, PA
beautiful in person. An incredible Swiss Enamel necklace and earring set from the early Victorian (1850
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1850s Swiss Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Demi-Parure Turquoise and Pearl
Located in Litchfield, CT
This exquisite 19th century Demi-Parure is comprised of a pendant/brooch, earrings and bracelet
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Turquoise, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Swiss Victorian 18K Gold & Enamel Pendant Earrings with Views of Lake Geneva
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of Swiss Victorian gold & enamel earrings. In 18 karat yellow gold. Consisting
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19th Century Swiss Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, 14k, Swiss. These antique diamond drop earrings delightfully illustrate the style and
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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White Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Rose-Cut Diamond Enamel Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 18k, possibly Swiss. These elegant Victorian earrings feature one carat of rose-cut
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1870s Swiss Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

1.13 Carat Vintage Diamond Earrings in White Cluster Head Settings
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A pair of diamond set cluster stud earrings, each earring centring on a claw set, old European cut
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Early 20th Century Unknown Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Roman Republican Denarius of Marcus Atilius Serranus, 148 BC
Located in London, GB
. The obverse with Roma, wearing an elaborate crested and winged helmet and pendant earring. X in front
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Swiss Antique Earrings

Ancient Etruscan Votive Female Bust 4th Century Bc
Located in Benington, Herts
, Lugano Sold in 1974 to a private Swiss collection Sold Christie’s, New York, 8 June 2001, lot 57 Private
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Terracotta

18th century Italian Baroque Portrait painting of a lady - fur pearls Venice
Located in Antwerp, BE
stones and a large pearl. She is also wearing an opulent pearl necklace with matching earrings. Pearls
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18th Century Rococo Swiss Antique Earrings

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Canvas, Oil

Pair of Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Colombian emerald and diamond drop earrings, the pear shaped emeralds estimated to weigh
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 1920s 5.71ct Old European Diamond Drop Hanging Platinum Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A sleek and sexy pair of ART DECO 5.71ctw Diamond Drop Earrings in Platinum, dating from CIRCA
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1920s Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl “Day and Night” Earrings
Located in Sale, Cheshire
These adorable antique earrings are likely of Swiss origin. They are formed from two-tone 14ct gold
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Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond Cluster Gold Earrings
Located in Madison area, WI
- Edwardian Diamond Cluster Earrings - c. 1888-1910 - 18 yellow gold, 14 approximately .05 carat
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Late 19th Century Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Lava Cane Corso Earrings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Switzerland before the culmination of the trip in Italy. Throughout the tour one was supposed to acquire
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Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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9k Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Gold Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Sale, Cheshire
The prettiest pair of diamond flower earrings... dating from the late Victorian era they're
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Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Swiss Antique Earrings

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White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Magnificent 7.20 Carat Colombian Emerald 2.60 Carat Diamond Rare Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Be the Star! Impressive, ravishing, rare, early Deco earring in transition to the Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Delightful Diamond 1.40 Carat Diamond Sparkling Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Glistening Daisy Delightful daisy shaped, rare late Art Deco earrings, finely hand crafted as
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1920s Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1920s Pendants Platinum Diamond Emerald Onyx
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
Extraordinary Art Deco earrings years 1920-1930s made of platinum weight 7.77 grams, the upper part
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Swiss Antique Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum

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Swiss Antique Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of swiss antique earrings. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. There are many different pieces in our collection of swiss antique earrings to choose from, but Modern swiss antique earrings are of considerable interest. Browse our collection of 6 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many antique cushion cut swiss antique earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of swiss antique 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 Swiss Antique Earrings?

Prices for swiss antique earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $820 and can go as high as $12,223, while swiss antique earrings, on average, fetch $2,139.

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.