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Earrings For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1910s
Retro Yellow Gold Brooch Matching Earrings Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro yellow gold brooch and matching clip-on earrings circa 1950. SPECIFICATIONS: METAL: 14-karat yellow gold. WEIGHT: 22.7 grams gross. BROOCH MEASUREMENTS: approximately 1...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Saint Louis, MO
HK Fine Estate Jewels is pleased to present these stunning French pearl pendant earrings. Each earrings is set with a white cultured pearl with e...
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1950s French Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Trifari Dangling Grape Tremblant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Trifari Dangling Grape Tremblant Earrings with clip back fittings. Bow cap is decorated with crystal baguettes with a bunch of dangling fau...
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1950s Vintage Earrings

Materials

Rhodium

Juliana Style Peach Moonglow Thermoset and Champagne Rhinestone Climber Earrings
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - In the style of Juliana jewelry by DeLizza & Elster - Each earring measure...
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1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Earrings

Handcraft Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. Th...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corals, Green Stones, White Stones, Diamonds, 14 Kt White and Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Long Rice Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional long Miriam Haskell Long Rice Pearl Earrings with clip back fittings. Each elongated faux pearl is capped with Russian gilt florets. Tiny faux ...
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1950s American Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Tri-Color 9 Carat Gold Hoop Stud Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The tri-colour earrings are modelled out of 9ct yellow gold, rose gold and white gold. They twist once so you see all three colours of the glossy metal. Diameter: 21mm Weight: 2.99g
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1950s British Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Color Change Sapphire Stud Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
These amazing midcentury earrings are in 14k yellow gold and have diamond frames surrounding some of the most remarkable colored stones you’ll ever see - natural color-change sapphir...
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1950s Modernist Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 2.00ct Old Cut Diamond Earrings, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
These beautiful diamond earrings were crafted by hand in France in the 1910s. At the bottom of each earring there is a 0.90 carat diamond, and a 0.10 carat diamond at the top. All th...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Miriam Haskell set necklace with ear clips signed 1950s USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very nice set by Miriam Haskell necklace and ear clips from the 50s USA. It consists of a chain with ivory colored 1 cm glass beads. A grape hanging from the same pearls as the nec...
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1950s American Artist Vintage Earrings

Materials

Crystal

Schiaparelli 1950s Assorted Crystal Clip-On Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous and timeless, these Schiaparelli earrings are perfect! Circa late 1950s, these earrings feature an assortment of multi colored crystals and various shapes and sizes. Include...
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1950s Italian Vintage Earrings

Coral, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rubies, Onyx, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Handcraft Sardinian Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. Th...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.53 Carat Diamonds and White Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of vintage 2.53 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold floral earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections. Th...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver & Emerald Green Crystal Clover Earrings, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures .9" x .9" - Sterling silver - Emerald green colored oval cut crystals - Clear round crystal accents - Screw on earring...
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1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Earrings

Pair of Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring consisting of a natural drop pearl surmounted from a rose-c...
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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

White Gold Earclips with Diamonds, Sapphires and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of 1950s Earclips in white gold with diamonds, sapphires and rubies mounted on 18k white gold.
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1950s Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold

1950s Emerald and Diamond French Screw Back Earrings in Platinum
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1950 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.0 grams Diamond Details: Carat: 0.21 carat total weight Shape: Round Color: G Clarity: VS Emerald Details: Carat: 0.40 carat total weigh...
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Classic Art Deco Style Inspired Earrings with Beautiful Diamonds and Sapphire S
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic art deco style inspired earrings with beautiful blue sapphire and round cut diamond crafted in 14K white gold. Specifications: main stone: 2 round diamond .45pts. ot...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Coral, 9 Karat Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Simple dangle earrings in 9 karat rose gold...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian 6.60ct Diamond Earrings, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
These breath-taking Edwardian earrings are hand made and feature Old cut diamonds. The main stones weigh 3.20 carat and 3.40 carat. The diamonds have been graded I in colour and VS ...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1950 Vintage Mabé Pearls Clip-On Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant and wearable pair of ear clips features wonderful and large mabé pearls. The pearls are set in 14 karat yellow gold and decorated with a twisted gold wire border.
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1950s American Vintage Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Turquoise Cabochon Clip-On Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1950s Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 11.5 grams Dimensions: 1 in Length
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold

Handcraft Rose Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1950s Two-Tone J Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1950 Metal Type: 18 karat white and yellow gold Weight: 4.4 grams Dimensions: 0.40in Width Diamond Details: Carat: 0.40 Carat total weight Cut: Round Color: H Clarity: SI
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1950s Curved Oval French Clip Pave 4 Carats Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1950 Metal Type: 18 karat white gold Weight: 8 grams Diamond Details: Carat: 4.0 carat total weight Shape: Round Color: G Clarity: VS
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Stylised clear paste and metal 'flower' earrings, Ciro, London, c1950s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A classic pair of clear paste earrings, with overtones of Georgian and Victorian real jewellery, these smart floral style earrings by Ciro Of London are easily wearable and adaptable to many occasions. CIRO was established in 1917 and continues its reputation for high quality imitation jewellery and pearls. Having started out as a mail order company selling costume jewellery, clip on earrings, and cultured pearls, with the launch of the imitation pearl in the 1920s CIRO became a much sought after brand with the elegant flapper girls and early film stars. In the 1950s they again were a byword for glamour, smart and high quality designs. CIRO's classic collections, embodying timeless and ladylike glamour, now sit alongside must-have fashion pieces with their pieces regularly featured on the pages of glossy magazines. Their flagship store is located on the prestigious Burlington Arcade...
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1950s British Vintage Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Miriam Haskell Ruby Melon Bead Gripoix Glass Earclips
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell ruby melon bead Gripoix glass earclips of hand sewn crystal demilune stones and rose montes on signature floraform gilt filigrees. ...
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1950s American Anglo-Indian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

Vintage Pink Tourmaline & Aquamarine 4.10ct Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of vintage 1950s 0.86 carat pink tourmaline, 0.80 carat aquamarine and 4.10 carat diamond, platinum drop earrings ; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. These stunning, fine and impressive vintage earrings have been crafted in platinum. The curvilinear earrings are each ornamented with an impressive four claw set round faceted cut aquamarine to the upper terminal and a round faceted cut pink tourmaline to the lower terminal. These stunning feature stones are connected via curved linear articulating settings, each ornamented with twelve impressive channel set baguette cut diamonds. These earrings for pierced ears secure to the reverse of the settings with a platinum butterfly style fastening. These curved diamond and gemstone earrings have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum. These impressive examples of vintage aquamarine jewellery...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Knot Stud Earring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Glossy 9ct yellow and white gold superbly tied in a knot make the most stylish design for these earrings. Knot Diameter: 10mm Height From Ear: 7mm Weight: 0.93g
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1950s British Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold

28.25 Carat Diamond Earrings Circa 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning diamond earrings circa 1950, crafted in platinum, showcasing 86 marquise cut diamonds weighing approximately 28.25 carats total, G-I color, VS-SI clarity. Two rows of diamon...
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1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.10 Carat Diamond and Cultured Pearl Platinum and White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage 1.10 carat diamond and cultured pearl, platinum and 9 karat white gold drop earrings; part of our diverse pearl jewelry and estate jewelry colle...
Category

1950s Unknown Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Cartier Diamond Blue Enamel Yellow Gold Flower Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous antique Cartier clip-on earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and blue enamel and set with round brilliant F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.90 - 1.0 ca...
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1950s French Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Ornate Floral Earrings w Pearls & Crystals by Alfred Philippe For Crown Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1" diameter - Gold plated - Faux pearls - Navette crystals and crystal rhinestone accents - Clip on earring backs - Designed by Alfred Philippe for Crown...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Earrings

1950s Star Ruby and Diamond Clip-on Earrings in 14K White Gold and Platinum
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1950 Metal Type: 14 karat white gold and platinum Weight: 21 grams Length: 1 inch Diamond Details: Carat: 1.75 carat total weight Cut: Round Color: G Clarity: VS Ruby Detai...
Category

1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Star Ruby, White Gold, Platinum

3.75 Carats Spinel and Diamond Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Charleston, SC
These vintage earrings have been brought to new life with the addition of soft shades of lavender Spinel peeking out from the Diamond leaves. The earrings can be worn straight up and down, OR my personal preference, as a climber up the ear. It's a gorgeous look. Completely unique and unlike anything else you'll find. Details: 8 Round Spinel...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, White Gold

Crystal Encrusted Earrings With Midnight Blue Crystal Accents By Hattie Carnegie
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 2.7" tall - Gold tone - Clear crystal rhinestones - Blue Aurora Borealis iridescent barrel beads - Clip on earring backs - By Hattie Carn...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Earrings

Seguso For Chanel Twisted Blue and Green Glass, Rhinestone Clip On Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely pair of very early vintage clip on Chanel earrings are the dual collaboration of the Italian master glass artist: Seguso and Chanel. They are very early from the 50's or ...
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1950s French Modern Vintage Earrings

Pair of Weiss Signed Glass and Rhinestone Clip On Earrings Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
These classic and lovely signed Weiss clip on earrings are vintage from the 50's. The glass and rhinestones are beautiful shades of light and da...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Crystal

Striking Miriam Haskell Pearl and Gilt Long Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Long Miriam Haskell signature faux baroque teardrop pearl and Russian gilt oval snowflake filigree ear clips. The oval filigree enhanced by a center crystal rhinestone flower head a...
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1950s American Belle Époque Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Knot Stud Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Glossy 9ct yellow gold superbly tied in a knot make the most stylish design for these earrings. At the centre of the knot is a diamond point set in an illusion setting. Knot Diamet...
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1950s British Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Pair of Vintage Floral Diamond Earclips Signed Gübelin Lucerne
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A pair of lovely vintage earclips of floral design. Set with 12 briliinat cut Diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.06 ct. G color, vs 1 cla...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Oval Dangle Earrings in Platinum
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1950 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 13.5 grams Length: 1.75 inches Diamond Details: Carat: 0.40 carat total weight Carat: Round Color: J Clarity: VS
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

Boucheron, Paris 1950s Gold and Diamond Flame Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of mid-century gold and diamond clip earrings in the form of flames, in 18k. André Vassort for Boucheron, Paris, #8560858.
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1950s French Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Beautiful 14 Karat White Gold Diamond "Art Deco Style" Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 14k white gold diamond "Art Deco Style" earrings. Specifications: main stone: 14 single cut diamonds carat total weight: .40pts. color:G clarity:VS ...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pair of Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring a run of eight old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to wei...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Silver

Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pair of Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian diamond drop earrings, the ribbon bow motif suspending an open work tassel, set throughout with old- and rose-cut diamonds, all in a platinum millegrain setting, circa 1910, measuring approximately 3x1.1cm, gross weight 6.5 grams. This antique pair of drop earrings is in very good condition. Unmarked tested as platinum with 18ct gold screw. These lovely early twentieth century earrings come from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. These earrings each feature a sparkling diamond-set bow from which is suspended a diamond-set tassel. The diamonds are set in openwork platinum, and these earrings have a feminine and romantic look to them. These earrings would be an excellent bridal accessory...
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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Tutti-Frutti Clip Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-20th century tutti-frutti clip earrings, each clip with a diamond-set frame of geometric design, grain-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 2.5 carats in total, to the centre with two emerald, two sapphire and two ruby carved leaves in claw- setting, all mounted in white gold with gold clip fittings, the emeralds estimated to weigh 3 carats in total, the sapphires estimated to weigh 4 carats in total and the rubies estimated to weigh 5 carats in total, circa 1950, later hallmarked 18ct gold, London 2020, each clip measuring 3 x 1.7cm, gross weight 14.4 grams. A pair of mid-20th century tutti-frutti clip earrings in excellent condition. A fabulous vintage pair of Tutti-Frutti style earrings. Tutti Frutti style jewellery was popularized by Cartier in the early twentieth century and used carved jewels from India...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Tourmaline 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. Th...
Category

1950s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Handcraft Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. Th...
Category

1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Joseff of Hollywood 1950s Gold Plated Clear Crystal Brooch and Clip On Earrings
Located in London, GB
Joseff of Hollywood large brooch and clip-on earrings set. Featuring leaves with the Joseff Russian gold plated antique finish, and brilliant clear crystals. The brooch measures 12cm...
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1950s American Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Stud Earrings, Circa 1950's
Located in London, GB
These gorgeous vintage earrings feature a brilliant cut diamond in the centre, surrounded by a further 20 round brilliant cut diamonds all mounted in a horseshoe like shaped mount. T...
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1950s English Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

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

White Diamonds 18 Karat Perforated White Gold Antique Bombé Stud Earrings
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful authentic antique bombé stud earrings with white diamonds rose-cut, featuring perforated and engraved setting. Handcrafted in 18 karat white go...
Category

1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Style Crystal & Pearl Earrings 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A gorgeous pair of Vintage Art Deco Crystal Earrings, most likely French. Crafted in silver tone metal with channel set crystals and glass fa...
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1950s Vintage Earrings

Shop Now: Antique and Vintage Earrings for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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