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Vintage Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Drop Hook Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful minimalist vintage pearl drop earrings featuring textured 14K yellow gold discs. The
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold & Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage style earrings are in 14k yellow gold and contain two 5.8mm south sea pearls. Earrings
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20th Century Romantic Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Sapphire Earrings Drop Dangle Vintage 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage pair of earrings is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (stamped on the hook backs). The
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Base Metal

14K Yellow Gold Drop Dangle Earrings #16302
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings - These gorgeous earrings are crafted in beautifully
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Drop Dangle Earrings #16302
14K Yellow Gold Drop Dangle Earrings #16302
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W 0.09 in L 1.94 in
Vintage Original 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1.37 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 2000s Turkish Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Natural Peridot Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
in 14k yellow gold. Information Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Width: 7 mm. Length: 24 mm. Weight: 3.50 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Box is not included. Please contact for
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Vintage 1970s European Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-s1 clarity and G color. Original vintage items about 40 years old. Please contact for any questions.
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.6 grams. Totally is diamond 1.50 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1. Please contact for any questions.
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information Style: Vintage Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Width: 14 mm. Length: 28 mm. Weight: 4.00 g. (approx. in
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridot and Amethyst Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. An effortless upgrade to your accessary wardrobe. Earrings Information Style: Vintage Metal: 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Diamond Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Mounted in rich 14k white gold, these timeless drop earrings showcase a pair of lustrous natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst briolette & Up-Cycled 14k gold hoop earrings by Glitter & Gold Studio.
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
gold wire, upcycled from a vintage set of simple hoops. Together these elements create a timeless set
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2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.04 carat. Acid tested to be 14k real gold
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

1.12ct. Diamond Cluster Vintage Style Floral Drop Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
butterfly backs. Earrings Information Style: Vintage Metal: 14K White Gold Width: 15 mm. Length: 9 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Flower Earrings Approximate Dimensions: 2.6 cm (Length) 1 cm (Width
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Flower Earrings
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Flower Earrings
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W 0.4 in L 1.03 in
14K Yellow Gold Triple Twisted Circle Drop Earrings #15025
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Triple Twisted Circle Drop Earrings This beautiful set of triple twisted
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Sky Blue Topaz Vintage Style Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
in 14k yellow gold. Information Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Width: 7 mm. Length: 24 mm. Weight: 3.50 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heart Shape Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Heart Shape Diamond Gold Drop Earrings. Each Heart shape Drop Earring is
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Earrings Drop 14K White Gold 1.72 ct
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Earrings Drop 14K White Gold 1.72 ct These vintage earrings are crafted in solid
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Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 14K 585 Yellow Gold & Drop-Shaped Faceted Ammolite Vintage Earrings
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Finely crafted in 14K Yellow Gold (stamped 585), this impressive Pair of Earrings is dating from
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Vintage 1960s Australian Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-ı-j-k color and s1-s2-s3. Totally is sapphire 2 ct. Box is not included. Please contact for any
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good conditions. Total weight is 8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.90 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.25 carat. Box is not included. Plea...
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1990s European Retro Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
weight is brilliant cut diamond about 0.90 ct. Box is not included. The diamond has H-I-J-K color and vs
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Vintage 1970s European Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Madeira Citrine Briolette & 14K Gold Drop Earrings, U.S., Circa 1980's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage estate Madeira Citrine Briolette and 14K yellow gold stud / drop earrings - hand made
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Late 20th Century American Romantic Drop Earrings

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire Diamond 14k Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Sapphire Diamond 14k Gold Earrings. Featuring 38 carre cut sapphires with a
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Vintage 1970s Drop Earrings

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

Vintage Style Natural Ruby and Pearl Drop Flower Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
earrings arranged in the shape of an antique bloom. Information Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Width: 8 mm. Length
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Italian Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Earrings. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and
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Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings Simply Beautiful! Each drop earring is
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Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Earrings

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

Vintage Diamond and Emerald V Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Diamond and Emerald V Drop Milgrain Gold Earrings. Hand set with Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

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

Amethyst and Diamond Floral Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
make these drop earrings the perfect finishing touch. Information Metal: 14K White Gold Width: 7 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold Ruby & Diamond Earrings 3.5 Carat
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage 14K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Earrings 3.5 ct - Beautiful flower Ruby weighing 2.5 cts
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20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings

Pearl Floral Diamond Drop Earrings Wedding Earrings 14k Yellow Gold EG9727 LV
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
floral earrings are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K Yellow Gold (stamped) Earring Type: Drop Post Type
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Shell Fan Earrings
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 14K yellow gold dome earrings with shell fan design and rope across. Measurements: Length
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Shell Fan Earrings
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Shell Fan Earrings
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H 0.28 in W 0.79 in L 0.99 in
Ruby Diamonds Earrings 14K Gold Retro Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These earrings are crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold. Each earring is set with 12 diamonds. Two
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Open Marquise Gold Hoop Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Diamond Open Marquise Design Gold Hoop Drop Dangle
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Lady Portrait Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Discover timeless elegance with our Victorian Lady Portrait Earrings. Crafted in 14K yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Late Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Romantic Vintage Filigree Pearl Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Romantic Vintage Filigree Pearl Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold Introducing our exquisite vintage
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Late 20th Century Modern Drop Earrings

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby Leaf Floral Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Vintage 14K yellow gold ruby floral design earrings featuring yellow gold petals and three round
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Vintage Amethyst 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Amethyst 14k Yellow Gold Earrings. Featuring two pear cut amethysts weighing
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Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 26 round brilliant cut = 3.38cttw Color
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pear Shape Natural Blue Sapphire Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Each drop earring is securely hand set with a Pear shape Natural Blue Sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Grey South Sea Pearl Gold Vintage Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Gold Drop Earrings. Each earring Hand set with a 11.3mm Tahitian
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Gold Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Length: 1.75" Total Weight: 14.3 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.24 Carat Fancy Drop Earrings 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.24 Carats Drop Earrings 14k Gold. These earrings are a true masterpiece The way they were
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

1950s Vintage Tiffany & Co 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1950s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.0 grams
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Ruby Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings. Featuring two cabochon cut
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Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Vintage Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These contemporary pearl drop earrings in 14 karat yellow gold redefine elegance with their modern
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Statement Open Paperclip Design Diamond Gold Hoop Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Drop Earrings. Hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold. Pave Hand set with Sparkling Round Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Large Door Knocker Style Earrings
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 14K yellow gold large diamond shape door knocker style earrings with textured finish
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Late 20th Century American Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Art Deco Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 42 round brilliant cut =0.46cttw Color
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Morganite Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Drop Earrings in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Earrings Information Style: Vintage Metal: 14K Rose Gold Width: 13 mm. Length: 31 mm. Weight: 5.87 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Aquamarine, Diamond and White Gold Drop Earrings, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage aquamarine, diamond and white gold drop earrings, with baguette-cut diamond set
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Vintage 1960s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vourakis Vintage Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
By Vourakis
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Drop Earrings, made in the 20th century, have a sleek and opulent Art Deco design and allow the
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Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold

Ladies Vintage 14k White Gold Studs Quartz Dangle Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Ladies 14K white gold quartz dangle earrings with french backs. Engraved with "14K". Pre-owned in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Tigers Eye 14K Yellow Gold Dangling Geometric Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1980s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.8 grams
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Baroque Pearl and Diamond Drop Gold Vintage Statement Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
, weighing approx. 0.42tcw. Length of each earring: 1.75". Hand crafted 14K White Gold mounting. Sensational
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Indian Gold, Enamel, Emerald, Diamond, & Seed Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold flower. Simply a fine pair of vintage Indian earrings! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition
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20th Century Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

14k Rose Gold Vintage Chocolate Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This are dazzling chocolate and white diamond earrings stamped in 14K rose gold. The dainty and
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

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Vintage 14k Gold Drop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage 14k gold drop earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find a collection of 131 vintage versions or 18 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 vintage 14k gold drop earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Retro — are very popular. Marina J., Viennese Manufactory and Alberto each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 53, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, oval cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage 14k gold drop earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage 14k Gold Drop Earrings?

Prices for vintage 14k gold drop earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $68 and can go as high as $14,890, while vintage 14k gold drop earrings, on average, fetch $800.

Finding the Right drop-earrings for You

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Vintage 14k Gold Drop Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, 14K gold is okay for earrings. In fact, many people opt for earrings crafted out of 14-karat gold. This type of gold is 53.8% pure gold and 41.7% alloy. The high content of base metals makes 14-karat gold strong enough to resist scratches, so earrings made from the precious metal can hold up to the effects of daily wear. Shop a diverse assortment of 14-karat gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 14k gold can be good for earrings. The precious metal is rich in color, making it an appealing choice for jewelry. It is also durable and reasonably priced compared to 18-karat gold. The biggest downside to 14-karat gold earrings is that they contain a larger percentage of base metals than 18-karat and may be more likely to cause sensitivity reactions in some people as a result. Explore a large selection of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, 14-karat gold earrings can be good. One of the biggest benefits of 14-karat gold is that the base metal content provides added strength, helping earrings resist scratching and damage. The downside to 14-karat gold is that its color often isn't as rich as purer alloys like 18- and 22-karat gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.