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Vintage Faux Diamond Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Faux Diamond Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Faux Diamond Rhinestone Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful pair of vintage faux diamond rhinestone earrings, circa mid-20th century. A chic and

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

1980s Iridescent Pearl Rhinestone Earrings
1980s Iridescent Pearl Rhinestone Earrings

1980s Iridescent Pearl Rhinestone Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the 1980s Iridescent Pearl Rhinestone Earrings, a delightful pair of vintage stud

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1980s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive ALEXIS LAHELLEC Sputnik Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Massive ALEXIS LAHELLEC Sputnik Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive ALEXIS LAHELLEC Sputnik Rhinestone Earrings

By Alexis Lahellec

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive ALEXIS LAHELLEC Sputnik Rhinestone Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic ALEXIS

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage 1973 CHRISTIAN DIOR Red Glass Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage 1973 CHRISTIAN DIOR Red Glass Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage 1973 CHRISTIAN DIOR Red Glass Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 1973 CHRISTIAN DIOR Red Glass Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 0.63 inch

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1970s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Cascading Chain Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Cascading Chain Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Cascading Chain Rhinestone Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Cascading Chain Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.94 inches

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1990s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN LACROIX Sunburst Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN LACROIX Sunburst Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN LACROIX Sunburst Rhinestone Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN LACROIX Sunburst Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.05 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage KJL Gold Tone White Enamel Black Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage KJL Gold Tone White Enamel Black Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage KJL Gold Tone White Enamel Black Rhinestone Earrings

By KJL

Located in Flushing, NY

Vintage KJL Gold Tone White Enamel Black Rhinestone Earrings Marked: KJL Approximate Dimensions

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20th Century Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vintage Sapphire Crystal Rhinestone Earrings, circa 1950s
Vintage Sapphire Crystal Rhinestone Earrings, circa 1950s

Vintage Sapphire Crystal Rhinestone Earrings, circa 1950s

Located in McKinney, TX

Absolutely gorgeous sparkling rhinestone earrings from the mid-century era, featuring faceted

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1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive CLAIRE DEVE Flower Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Massive CLAIRE DEVE Flower Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive CLAIRE DEVE Flower Rhinestone Earrings

By Claire Deve

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive CLAIRE DEVE Flower Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Coral Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Coral Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Coral Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Coral Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.38 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Lanvin Paris Star Fish Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Lanvin Paris Star Fish Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Lanvin Paris Star Fish Rhinestone Earrings

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Lanvin Paris Star Fish Rhinestone Earrings MEASUREMENTS: Height: 2.36 inches (6 cm) Width

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Paisley Rhinestones Earrings
Vintage Massive JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Paisley Rhinestones Earrings

Vintage Massive JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Paisley Rhinestones Earrings

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Paisley Rhinestones Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.36 inches

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1980s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage DOMINIQUE AURIENTIS Wood Gold Inlay Rhinestones Earrings
Vintage DOMINIQUE AURIENTIS Wood Gold Inlay Rhinestones Earrings

Vintage DOMINIQUE AURIENTIS Wood Gold Inlay Rhinestones Earrings

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage DOMINIQUE AURIENTIS Wood Gold Inlay Rhinestones Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.18 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Textured Flower Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Textured Flower Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Textured Flower Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings

By Claire Deve

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Textured Flower Cabochon Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.96 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD Logo Fan Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD Logo Fan Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD Logo Fan Rhinestone Earrings

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD Logo Fan Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.25 inches (3.2

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Geometric Ruby Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Geometric Ruby Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Geometric Ruby Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Geometric Ruby Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.29

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive LANVIN PARIS Flower Citrine Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Massive LANVIN PARIS Flower Citrine Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive LANVIN PARIS Flower Citrine Rhinestone Earrings

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive LANVIN PARIS Flower Citrine Rhinestone Earrings MEASUREMENTS: Height: 2 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 2 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Gunmetal Ruby Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Gunmetal Ruby Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Gunmetal Ruby Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Gunmetal Ruby Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 0.78 inch

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1980s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Enamel Ribbon Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Enamel Ribbon Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Enamel Ribbon Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Enamel Ribbon Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1 6/8

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Orange Resin Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Orange Resin Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Orange Resin Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Orange Resin Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.26 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Ultra Long Yves Saint Laurent Bow Leaf Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Ultra Long Yves Saint Laurent Bow Leaf Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Ultra Long Yves Saint Laurent Bow Leaf Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Ultra Long Yves Saint Laurent Bow Leaf Rhinestone Earrings Measurements: Height: 3 1/8

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Dome Green Rhinestones Earrings
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Dome Green Rhinestones Earrings

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Dome Green Rhinestones Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Flower Dome Green Rhinestones Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.37

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1980s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Massive JACKY DE G Flower Resin with Rhinestones Earrings
Vintage Massive JACKY DE G Flower Resin with Rhinestones Earrings

Vintage Massive JACKY DE G Flower Resin with Rhinestones Earrings

By Jacky De G

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive JACKY DE G Flower Resin with Rhinestones Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.73

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Hobé Rhinestone Earrings
Hobé Rhinestone Earrings

Hobé Rhinestone Earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Alford, MA

Hobé earrings featuring clear, sapphire, and ruby crystals in a goldtone metal paisley shaped frame

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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Pierced Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage Pierced Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Pierced Rhinestone Earrings

Located in Alford, MA

Rhinestone dangle earrings for pierced ears featuring five rows of sequentially curved stones at

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Chanel Square Rhinestone Earrings
Chanel Square Rhinestone Earrings

Chanel Square Rhinestone Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our square Chanel earrings finished in gold are a definitely a sight to see.They are layered with

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1980s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Diamond-Esque Rhinestone Earrings
Diamond-Esque Rhinestone Earrings

Diamond-Esque Rhinestone Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful vintage pair of round diamond-esque rhinestone cluster earrings, circa mid-20th century

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

NINA RICCI - Vintage Enamel & Rhinestone Earrings - Clip On - Signed - C. 1980's
NINA RICCI - Vintage Enamel & Rhinestone Earrings - Clip On - Signed - C. 1980's

NINA RICCI - Vintage Enamel & Rhinestone Earrings - Clip On - Signed - C. 1980's

By Nina Ricci

Located in Chatham, CA

NINA RICCI - Vintage chunky clip on faux onyx and rhinestone earrings with black enamel - one clip

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Enamel

Vintage BALENCIAGA Leaf Rhinestone Earrings Necklace Set
Vintage BALENCIAGA Leaf Rhinestone Earrings Necklace Set

Vintage BALENCIAGA Leaf Rhinestone Earrings Necklace Set

By Balenciaga

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage BALENCIAGA Leaf Rhinestone Earrings Necklace Set Measurements: EARRINGS Height: 1 3/8

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Gianni Versace Medusa Rhinestone Earrings
Gianni Versace Medusa Rhinestone Earrings

Gianni Versace Medusa Rhinestone Earrings

By Gianni Versace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Snag yourself these hoops! Circa late 1980s/early 1990s, these gold plated Versace dangle earrings

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1990s Italian Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Dominique Aurientis Rhinestone Earrings 1980s
Dominique Aurientis Rhinestone Earrings 1980s

Dominique Aurientis Rhinestone Earrings 1980s

Located in Wallkill, NY

crystals that have a host of colors, sizes and shapes. The earrings have marquise set crystals in various

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1980s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel 1980s Red Cabochon & Rhinestone Earrings
Chanel 1980s Red Cabochon & Rhinestone Earrings

Chanel 1980s Red Cabochon & Rhinestone Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Surrounded by two layers of rhinestones, our Chanel Red Cabochon earrings are sure to spark your

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1980s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

1990's Chanel Floral Rhinestone Earrings
1990's Chanel Floral Rhinestone Earrings

1990's Chanel Floral Rhinestone Earrings

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel floral motif, with central black stones, and three jewel like petals with rhinestones on

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1990s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage 1950s Pink Glass and Rhinestone Earrings
Vintage 1950s Pink Glass and Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage 1950s Pink Glass and Rhinestone Earrings

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

glass cabochons and round, faceted, pink rhinestones. The earrings are clip on. Each earring measures

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1950s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Silvery Metal Clip-on Rhinestone Earrings, 1970s
Silvery Metal Clip-on Rhinestone Earrings, 1970s

Silvery Metal Clip-on Rhinestone Earrings, 1970s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Silvery metal clip-on earrings ornamented with rhinestones. Jewelry from the 1970s. Additional

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20th Century Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Rhinestone Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Rhinestone Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Rhinestone Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - Gilded metal clip-on earrings paved with multi-color rhinestone. Additional

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1990s French Artist Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage KJL Gold Tone Faux Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings & Bracelet Set
Vintage KJL Gold Tone Faux Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings & Bracelet Set

Vintage KJL Gold Tone Faux Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings & Bracelet Set

By KJL

Located in Flushing, NY

Vintage KJL Gold Tone Faux Turquoise Rhinestone Earrings & Bracelet Set Approximate Dimensions

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20th Century Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Dark-silvery Metal Clip-on Rhinestone Earrings, 1980s
Dark-silvery Metal Clip-on Rhinestone Earrings, 1980s

Dark-silvery Metal Clip-on Rhinestone Earrings, 1980s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dark-silvery metal clip-on earrings with a large-hoop style and ornamented with colorful

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20th Century Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Space Age Rubber, Lucite and AB Rhinestones Earrings
Space Age Rubber, Lucite and AB Rhinestones Earrings

Space Age Rubber, Lucite and AB Rhinestones Earrings

Located in Atlanta, GA

These fabulous clip-on earrings were hand-crafted in France in the 1980s. Their huge coiled shape

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1980s French Modernist Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Gilded Leaf Rhinestone Earrings by Hobé, Signed circa 1950s
Gilded Leaf Rhinestone Earrings by Hobé, Signed circa 1950s

Gilded Leaf Rhinestone Earrings by Hobé, Signed circa 1950s

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in McKinney, TX

These gorgeous Hobé clip-on statement earrings, circa 1950s, are one of the brand's more fun and

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1950s American Modern Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Silver Plated Blue and White Rhinestones Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Silver Plated Blue and White Rhinestones Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Silver Plated Blue and White Rhinestones Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Silver plated earrings with blue and white rhinestones

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1970s French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-Century Weiss Rhinestone Earrings
Mid-Century Weiss Rhinestone Earrings

Mid-Century Weiss Rhinestone Earrings

$200Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid-Century Weiss Rhinestone Earrings

Located in Asheville, NC

A pair of clear sparkling tear drop cut rhinestone spray earrings by Weiss jewelry. The fabulous

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1950s American Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Glass with pearls and rhinestones earrings
Glass with pearls and rhinestones earrings

Glass with pearls and rhinestones earrings

Located in New York, NY

These clip on earrings have polished clear glass rings accented with pearls and rhinestones. The

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1960s Unknown Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Vintage Les Bernard Clip-On Rhinestone Dangle Earrings, USA 1980s
Vintage Les Bernard Clip-On Rhinestone Dangle Earrings, USA 1980s

Vintage Les Bernard Clip-On Rhinestone Dangle Earrings, USA 1980s

By Les Bernard

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Les Bernard Fringe Rhinestone Earrings. Classic Wide Waterfall Earrings. Clip On. When you

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1980s American Modern Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Ungaro Earrings in Golden Metal and Multicolored Rhinestones
Ungaro Earrings in Golden Metal and Multicolored Rhinestones

Ungaro Earrings in Golden Metal and Multicolored Rhinestones

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Ungaro -Golden metal and multicolored rhinestones earrings. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø

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1980s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage JULIANA DeLizza Elster gold tone black rhinestone earrings brooch set
Vintage JULIANA DeLizza Elster gold tone black rhinestone earrings brooch set

Vintage JULIANA DeLizza Elster gold tone black rhinestone earrings brooch set

By Delizza & Elster

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned JULIANA • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...

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1980s Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Coral Gilt Rhinestone
Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Coral Gilt Rhinestone

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Coral Gilt Rhinestone

By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Coral Gilt Rhinestone Earrings

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20th Century French Vintage Rhinestone Earrings

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Vintage Rhinestone Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage rhinestone earrings available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Base Metal, Gold and Gilt Metal. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Modern and Contemporary are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage rhinestone earrings. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and Christian Dior produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 6 Crystal versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many round cut, antique cushion cut and baguette cut vintage rhinestone earrings for sale. When shopping our range of vintage rhinestone earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Rhinestone Earrings?

On average, vintage rhinestone earrings at 1stDibs sell for $275, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $4,800 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.

Questions About Vintage Rhinestone Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage rhinestone jewelry, look at the back, clasp and other inconspicuous areas in search of a maker's mark. By definition, vintage jewelry is between 20 and 99 years old, so you'll need a rough idea of when the maker produced your item to determine if it is vintage. You can begin the dating process by researching the maker using trusted online resources and looking at images of its pieces from over the years. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you with the process. Shop a large collection of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a rhinestone necklace is vintage, look on the clasp or the back of the pendant for a maker's mark. By snapping a photo of the mark and performing a reverse image search or entering a description of the marking into an online search engine, you can often identify the maker of a piece. Then, conduct further research to learn when the company or artisan was active and producing necklaces similar to yours. It is vintage if you estimate that your necklace is between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. For additional assistance with dating your rhinestone necklace, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    One way to tell if earrings are vintage is to research the maker. Search for maker's markings on the backs and then look up these marks using trusted online resources. From there, you can find out when the jewelry maker produced pieces similar to yours. Generally, earrings produced between 20 and 100 years ago are vintage. Another method for dating earrings is to examine their details closely. Most vintage earrings will show some signs of wear, such as faint scratches or tarnishing. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer date your earrings for you. Shop a wide range of vintage earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.