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Earrings For Sale
Steven Battelle 4.9 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Three graduated sized 4 x 8 to 5 x 10 mm marquis faceted pink tourmalines hang below a 5 x 7 mm pear shaped pink tourmaline posts in this elegant creation. A lot of beautiful color ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

6.09 Carat Black Diamond White Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These gorgeous earrings have Natural Black Diamonds that weigh 5.39 Carats and Natural White Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.69 Carats. The total carat weight of the earrings is 6.09...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Carnelian Scarab Earrings Egyptian Revival Gold Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Earrings with stunning Scarabs which are hand carved Carnelian gems. The Carnelians are beautifully carved on both sides. They are surrounded by a halo of...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold

White Pearls, Aquamarines, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant dangle earrings realized in platinum and mounted at the bottom with 8.80 gr of white pearls ( 14.5 mm)nd 2 aquamarines; in the center are studded by 0.34 ct of little diamond...
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1970s Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

TIFFANY & CO. 1970 Pearls Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Blue Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by Tiffany & Co. This pair of clips-on earrings, was created by the jewelry house of Tiffany & Co, back in 1970. The earrings have been crafted wi...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Roberto Coin Diamond Silk Weave Yellow and White Gold Earrings
Located in Surfside, FL
Roberto Coin basket silk weave demi hoops diamond earrings with omega back & post in 18k yellow and white gold. Approx. 0.80 carats in diamonds. 1 inch hanging length by 0.50 inch wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1982 Angela Cummings Lapis Checkerboard Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Checkerboard earrings, designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. This is a beautiful vintage geometric pair of earrings, created in New Yor City by Angela Cummings for Tiffany &...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Nina Zhou Aquamarine Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
The Nina Zhou Aquamarine Diamond Cluster Earrings in 14k Gold are a blend of elegance and sophistication. These stunning earrings feature aquamari...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Ombre Blue Sapphire Hoop Earrings in 14k White Gold, 4.26 Carats Total
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beauty, luxury and sophistication are epitomized in this pair of elegant ombre sapphire hoop earrings featuring a stunning, unusual collection of blue and white sapphires. Over 4 car...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage matte gold enamel dangle elephant designer runway earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 2.5" by 1.38" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
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20th Century Unknown Earrings

Diamonds, Sapphires, White Stones, Hydro. Amethyst, 14 Karat Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Marvelous dangle earrings realized in 14k white and rose gold structure, with a white stones flower in the upper part, little flowers made of multicolor sapphires and diamonds in the...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Coral Onyx Diamonds 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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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Earrings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire Dangle Drop Earrings Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 10.85 grams Length: 1.75 inches Diamonds: Approx. 0.75 CTW round natural G-H V...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

18kt Gold Pink Coral Earrings
Located in Capri, IT
18kt Gold Pink Coral Earrings
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1980s Italian Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

SWAROVSKI signed vintage gold plated amethyst crystal designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SWAROVSKI with swan logo • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal sign...
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1980s Vintage Earrings

Art Deco Style Baroque Pearls Ruby Black Onix Gold Diamonds Red Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of art deco style earrings, with an upper part consisting of 2 black onyx buttons with in the center 2 small round ruby cabochons, a central part where we have 2 elements in w...
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1980s Thai Art Deco Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Steven Battelle 5.6 Carats Mozambique Garnet Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two brilliant red 8 x 12 mm pear shaped faceted garnets are held in artisan crafted 18K gold bezels with 2.2 mm VS1 diamond accents sparking below along with delicate "jawan" granul...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Pinchbeck Chandelier Torpedo Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
A magnificent example of history, these long beautifully granulated chandelier earrings are set with amethysts from early c. 1790 and were made in the United Kingdom. They are light on the ear and completely original other than the shepherd hooks which are easier to insert rather than the back to front hooks.. Antique earrings are dear and rare to find in original condition, as many have lost the top section. These earrings superb quality, decorated with tiny orbs of gold color ( granulation) applied on the long stem part. Father time knows how granulation adhered without glue or solder. The top and lowest section are engraved in repousse, the method of engraving where the gold sheet is pushed out into a design from the back creating volume and dimension. Floral designs cover the bottom inch of the earrings. The magical secret of Pinchbeck is that no expertise was spared in its creation, rather it took a master of alchemy and ingenuity to create the gold metal formula. Pinchbeck was that alchemist. He was a British Watchmaker. He concentrated on making the first fine gold metal that was not actually gold but became as valuable. He and his son were the only living to know the formula, a marvelous gold metal that never tarnishes, is a comfortable weight and is strong and durable. It became sought after by royalty and jewelry lovers throughout the world. Made only for a short period, it is valuable, desirable and precious. Later gold filled and gold plated jewelry do not match the beauty. Pinchbeck jewelry...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pinchbeck

Los Castillo Sterling Silver 508 Swirl Screw Back Earrings #16399
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico sterling silver screw back earrings, design #508. Los Castillo is a renowned and influential Taxco wo...
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20th Century Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Aquamarine Gold Diamonds Blue Sapphire Blue Enamel Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these Classic Art Deco style earrings we have 2 very good quality Natural Thai Blue Sapphire cabochons measuring 7,5 x 10 mm. as tops, middle parts are in white gold ,16 round fu...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The radiant cool saturation of turquoise is joined with glistening diamonds for these 18k yellow gold drop earrings. Lever-backs with pave-set brilliant cut diamonds ascending in siz...
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2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings with pearl and single cut diamonds up to 0.32ct 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold earrings set with pearl and single cut diamonds. 0.32ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: the size of the earring is 3.0 cm high by 8.0 mm wide Total weight 4.5 ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nina Zhou Turquoise Diamond Blossom and Baroque Pearl Convertible Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
The Nina Zhou Turquoise Diamond Flower Blossom and Baroque Pearl Convertible Earrings in 14k Gold are a fusion of vibrant color and timeless elegance. These earrings feature turquois...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

HARAKH 1 1/2 CT Natural Colorless Diamond Brilliant Cut Mandala Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the grand Indian havelis (royal abode) of yesteryear, these contemporary hoop earrings are crafted in 18 KT yellow gold and are studded with 8 round, 10 rose cut round, a...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Damiani Pave Diamond Hoops 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Damiani Pave Diamond Hoops in 18K Yellow Gold. The hoops feature 4.60ctw of brilliant round diamonds. 0.85" x 0.63" 14.7 Grams
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1980s Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Puffed Dual Finish Wavy Large Hoop Cuff Omega Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold - Hollow Design - Solid Gold Weight: 12.03 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (pierced ears are required) Front Width: 13.6mm (0.53") Outer Height...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

3 Ruby Oval Cabs Yellow Gold Diamonds Long Ebony Wood Round Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 6 oval shape Ruby cabs of 4 mm x 5 mm set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the center, a...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Earrings

Materials

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

Steven Battelle Apatite Diamond Drop Earring 18k Gold
Located in Soquel, CA
Simply beautiful 7 x 10 mm faceted pear shaped Apatites are set in simple matte-finish bezels and dangle below 1.8 mm VS1 diamonds in similar settings. Apatite (rare in this size) i...
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2010s Balinese Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Apatite, 18k Gold

Luxle 0.33 Cttw. Natural Diamond Heart Hoop Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These Luxle heart hoop drop earrings, fashioned of 18k white gold and sparkling diamonds, will make a lovely statement. A piece with diamond settings is the center of the heart motif...
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2010s Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handmade Oval Cut Coral Gemstone Studs Earring for Women Present in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Handmade Oval Cut Coral Gemstone Studs Earring are the perfect combination of elegance and boldness. Featuring a striking medallion stud design, these earrings are cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Coral, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nina Zhou Sapphire and Moonsone Double-sided Hoop Earrings with Drop Enhancers
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover Nina Zhou Sapphire and Moonstone Double-sided Hoop Earrings with Drop Enhancers. These exquisite earrings redefine elegance, featuring a stunning combination of sapphires and moonstone on both sides for a versatile look that's both playful and sophisticated. The hoops effortlessly transition from day to night, while the detachable drop enhancers add a touch of drama for those special occasions. Crafted with precision and passion, these earrings are the perfect fusion of modern design and timeless beauty. Make a statement and express your unique style with these one-of-a-kind Nina Zhou earrings...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Rainbow Multicolor Gemstone Diamond Ethiopian Opal Deco Earrings
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat yellow gold rainbow multicolor gemstone ferris wheel diamond natural ethiopian opal deco earrings. Immerse yourself in whimsical elegance with our 18k gold rainbow ferris w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Opal, Rhodolite, Blue Topaz, Peridot, Citrine, Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow...

CARTIER Paris Trinity Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 1.64 Cwt. VVS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Trinity hoops earrings designed by Cartier. Beautiful everyday pair of hoops-earrings, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. These iconic hoop earrings has been c...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Earrings

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co. Coral and Diamond Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This classic vintage pair of Tiffany & Co. earrings feature dark saturated orange/red coral accented with brilliant cut diamonds. The detailing in this approximate one each pair of e...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Gold and Citrine Drop Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous vintage example of Tiffany & Co. style and quality. A design to dress up or wear casual. A beautifully detailed leaf motif top and a matched pair of rich honey colored cit...
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Vintage Seashell Scallop Shell Omega Clip on Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co Vintage Seashell Scallop Shell Omega Clip on Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. The earrings weigh 13.8 grams, ~20 x 23.7 x 5.5mm(WxHxD), solid 14k Yellow Gold, in like-new ...
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1990s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage enamel bow pearl earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.18" by 1" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️...
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20th Century Unknown Earrings

Nina Zhou Aquamarine Diamond Forget-me-Not Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover Nina Zhou’s Aquamarine Diamond Forget-me-Not Earrings in Yellow Gold. These earrings capture the delicate beauty of forget-me-not flowers, crafted with sparkling aquamarine ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

CARTIER d'Amour Pave Diamond Gold White Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite stud Cartier earrings from the classic d'Amour collection are crafted in in 18k white gold and set with round brilliant-cut D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estim...
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

8 Carat Oval Shape Emerald and Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 4 Carat Oval Shape Natural Emerald Each or 8 ct total Emerald & Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Two emerald weighing approximately 8 carats Total. I ...
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

HARRY WINSTON Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 2.56 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips earrings designed by Harry Winston. A gorgeous everyday pair of clips earrings, created in New York City by Harry Winston. The earrings has been crafted in solid yello...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Platinum Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love unique vintage earrings!! Earring Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Length: 7/8 Inch Width: 3/4 Inch Weight: 6.6 Grams Back Style: Push Back Stud C...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Aquamarine Tanzanite Zircon Diamond Pearl Chandelier Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
A medley of blue gems are combined with diamonds and pearls is these distinctive chandelier earrings. Pear shaped aquamarine, tanzanite, zircon and blue topaz have been artfully ble...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, Zircon, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold

Robert Lee Morris Sterling Silver Tusk Earrings
Located in New York, NY
In the early 1980's Robert Lee Morris was making dramatic earrings that caused a sensation in the fashion world. These simple graduated "Tusk" earrin...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co.  Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: earrings measure 9.6 x 9.7mm Weight: 4.30 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Jewelled Black Enamel Cross Dangling Earrings
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a black enamel cross embellished with multicolor crystals, beads and mini flowers, rhodoid petals... Marked...
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20th Century French Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Gold 0.80ct Diamond and Chrysophrase Earrings
Located in Southampton, PA
These vintage Van Cleef & Arpels earrings are undeniably charming. The 18K Yellow Gold setting features a detailed floral design, which comes to life thanks to inset Diamonds totalin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

dot volume fringe earring / vintage jewelry, beads jewelry
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage Czech beads,grass beads, stainless size:length 6cm The design is inspired by raindrops and water droplets on glass! Made f...
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2010s Japanese Artisan Earrings

Materials

Brass

Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver & Black Glass Dangle Earrings, 1960’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960’s Mexican sterling silver clip-on earrings featuring tear drop shaped drop dangles and black glass embellishment. Designed and produced in Taxco with a wonderful artisan sensib...
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1960s Mexican Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

40mm Twisted Hoop Earrings, 4mm Wide 14K Yellow Gold Large Polished Twist Hoops
Located in Austin, TX
Gold hoops are a jewelry staple! These hoop earrings are the perfect addition to any fine jewelry collection. With a classic design and unique twist texture and high polish hoops are...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Surfside, FL
GIA certified Round Brilliant Cut natural diamond studs. 2.02 ct. K color, IF clarity, triple X (excellent cut, symmetry and polish) and 2.38 ct. J color VVS2 clarity, triple X. (exc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Blue Dangle Earrings Sterling Silver chalcedony Chandelier Earring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New Blue Dangle Earrings Brilliant natural Blue chalcedony stones Elegant ! Sterling Silver 925 and plated with yellow Gold Length: approx 2' inch Weight: approx 7.5 grams Hook Type ...
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Trefle' 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in MIAMI, FL
Gorgeous pair of earrings crafted by famed designer Van Cleef & Arpels. The pair is crafted in 18k yellow gold and highlight a quatrefoil design set with round brilliant cut diamonds...
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1990s French Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.20 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 6.20 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings Amazing looking piece! Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $5,500.00 Total Natural Round Cut W...
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2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Jade Donut Lapis Lazuli Gold Emeralds Diamonds Blue Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 round Lapis Lazuli buttons with small emeralds cabochons in the center,middle parts in white gold, 14 round full cut diamonds,blue enamel, 2 Burma Jade donuts...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Enamel

Drop Hoop Earrings, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Huggie Spike Drop, Gabriel EG14093Y4JJJ
Located in Austin, TX
These stunning 14k yellow gold spike drop huggie hoops provide a look that is both trendy and classic. These earrings are a great staple to add to your collection, and can be worn wi...
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2010s American Modern Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nina Zhou Fantasy Heart Aquamarine Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover the Nina Zhou Fantasy Aquamarine Heart Earrings, a whimsical expression of romance and artistry. Designed in luxurious yellow gold, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Turquoise Clover Stud Earrings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 karat yellow gold clover stud earrings featuring turquoise inlay. Pierced post with friction back. Finished weight is 1.5 grams.
Category

2010s Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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