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Earrings For Sale
Cartier 18K White Gold Arabesque Scroll 6.50cttw Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A captivating blend of timeless elegance and intricate artistry, these Cartier Arabesque Scroll earrings are a true reflection of the maison’s dedication to refined design and except...
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20th Century French Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

fuusenkazura bouquet earring / vintage jewelry , vintage beads, vintage earring
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:1970’s American vintage parts,glass beads,brass,swarovski,stainless size:length 3.5cm It's like wearing a bouquet. It sits snugly on your ear and does not sway. The many fr...
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2010s Japanese Artisan Earrings

Materials

Brass

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Enameled Pansy Earrings In 14Kt Gold With Diamond & Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau Pansy flower earrings. These are a beautiful and colorful pair of clips earrings, created in America during the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1900. These unique diffe...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Ye...

Sapphire & Diamond Halo Stud Earring in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Petite stud earrings contain 2 finely matched oval brilliant cut blue sapphires, 1.80tcw. Surrounding sapphires are round brilliant diamonds creating a halo, totaling 1.05tcw. Diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Antique Victorian Solid Gold Buttercup Old Mine Cut Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Buttercup Prong Set - I/J Color - SI2/I1 Clarity - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.8 Grams Bac...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

7.42 ct Diamonds, 6.50 g Big australian Pearls Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Charming and elegant earrings in 14K yellow gold composed of 6.50 g australian pearls surrounded by 7.42 ct of white diamonds crowns.. Diamonds 7.42 ct Pearls 6.50 / 13 mm Total ...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Diamond 16 Pcs Diamond Hoop Earrings Mini Ear Huggies
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Hoop Earrings is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural diamond huggies earrings set in 18K Gold. Dainty ear...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Earrings

Materials

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

Milor Teardrop Dangle Earrings - Yellow Gold 18k Italy Brushed Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Milor Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Style: Dangle Fastening Type: Hook Closures Theme: Teardrop Features: Smoothly Finished with Brushed Detailing on Hollow Dangles Measur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold rhinestone star designer runway earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear SKU 34 ...
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Late 20th Century Earrings

MONET signed gold rhinestones enamel designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with rhinestones and enamel • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of...
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1980s Vintage Earrings

New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Cat Design Stud Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.32 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.20 ct. The box is not included. Please conta...
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2010s Asian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings with Emeralds and Diamonds 1.15 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with these exquisite 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings, showcasing a stunning combination of emeralds and diamonds. Each earring centers on a perfectly matched...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style 14k Gold And Diamonds Bows Rubies Baroque Pearls Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 White Gold and Diamonds Bows, 28 round full cut diamonds and 1 pair of small round Ruby cabs ,in the lower parts we have 2 Wh...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

Nina Zhou Aquamarine Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Elevate your elegance with the Nina Zhou Aquamarine and Diamond Drop Earrings, a sophisticated blend of modern design and timeless beauty. Crafted in yellow gold, these earrings feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Vintage gold tone pink pearl designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with lucite stones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 45...
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Late 20th Century Earrings

Materials

Gold

18 Karat Gold Multi-Tourmaline Gemstones Dangle Earrings
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Celebrate colors.... Don't keep these earrings in your locker box - these are meant to be worn!!! These colorful earrings are 18ky with multi-color tourmaline gemstones. The gemstone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Pink Coral White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

19mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant 19mm Carved Blue Quartzite Flower Vermeil Earrings This gorgeous pair of earrings features 19mm blue quartzite carved into beautiful 3D flower, adorned with round simulated ...
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2010s American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Marie Helene de Taillac Diamond Briolette Bell Earrings 22k Gold Dangle Pierced
Located in McLeansville, NC
These earrings are a Marie Helene de Taillac design featuring elegant circle links with a bell like base accented by sparkling diamond briolettes. Gem...
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Cluster and Ruby Pendant 'Mystery-Set' Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
The exquisite surmounts are intricately designed as stunning clusters, each adorned with shimmering marquise-shaped, round, and baguette diamonds. These captivating pieces feature de...
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1960s Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 25.05 Carat Emerald and White Diamond White-Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
2 Emerald Gemstones: 23.86 Carats 34 White Diamonds: 1.19 Carats Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 9.80 Grams Certificate # 6234385800
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2010s Earrings

Materials

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

Peridot and Teal Topaz 2 Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Our 2 Drop Peridot and Teal Topaz Earrings are stunning! Combining two beautiful gemstones together to create a sensational homage to the Aurora Borealis. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Topaz, Vermeil

Alex Jona Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rough frosted yellow gold stud earrings. Diameter: 0.41in/10.5mm. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Sapphires, South- Sea Pearls, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic earrings in 14 kt white and rose gold structure mounted with 2 pearls and decorations of diamonds and multicolor sapphires. These earrings were totally handmade by Italia...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Real 6.31 Carat SI/H Pear Marquise Round Diamond Dangle Earrings 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEE-13019A Gross Wt. :- 11.91 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 10.65 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 6.31 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Earrings Size :- 39 mm ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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

Italian 18K Yellow Gold 2 3/4 Inches Long Corkscrew Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This pair of vintage, Italian, 18K yellow gold corkscrew earrings measure almost 2 3/4 inches in length, making them impossible to miss by any casual observer. Width at the top is 3/...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.93 Carat SI/H Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 10.93 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Oval Natural Ruby Cabs 14k Yellow Gold Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Natural Ruby cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel with 3 small round pearls of 3 mm on 3 sides at the top to whi...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k rose gold earrings antique jade and briolè opal
Located in Milan, IT
arecchini in antique green jade engraved 1700 drops IN fuchsia OPAL 18k rose gold mount gr 17.6. a really special piece very donating length about 6cm, it is a unique pezzzo handmade...
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Early 2000s Italian Artist Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Jade, Opal, 18k Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 1.10 carats Zambian emerald and 0.16 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

CHAUMET Joséphine Imperiale Earrings In 18Kt With 9.59 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Joséphine Aigrette Imperiale earrings designed by Chaumet. This is a fabulous and sophisticated pair of dangle earrings, created in Paris France back by the jewelry house of Chaumet...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Diamond Set Drop Earrings Circa 1920s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
True to their era this pair of Art Deco diamond drop earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum top plate. From the long shepherd hook fittings, two bezel set single diamonds drop...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal

Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing dangle earrings in plutinum structure mounted with diamonds along all the structure and,as pendant,a turquoise. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master goldsmi...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Hakimoto 13-12 mm South Sea Drop Cultured Pearl 18k Diamond Earrings
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Golden Natural Color South Sea Cultured Pearl Earrings. Total item weight 7.2 grams Featuring Round Brilliant Diamonds 12-13mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Lapis Lazuli Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
Located in Vannes, FR
These cabochon coral and lapis lazuli chandelier earrings are a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. The premium gemstones are carefully selected for their vibrant colour and tim...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold 13MM Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings Metal: 14K white gold Weight: 7.59 grams Pearls: 2 gray Tahitian 13mm pearls with high luste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Earrings

Materials

Pearl, White Gold

Pink Sapphire with Diamond Earrings set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pink Sapphire 1.24 carats with Diamond 0.35 carat Earrings set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 0.8 cm Length: 0.8 cm Total Weight: 2.99 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when ...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Hoop Earrings #18783
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Hoop Earrings This beautiful set of twisted hoops were meticulously crafted from 14K yellow gold! Diameter: 18.17mm Width: 3.9mm Weight: 1.48 dwt/ 2.2...
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20th Century Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faberge 18kt Yellow Gold Diamond 0.24cts. & Blue Enamel Huggy Earrings #51/300
Located in New York, NY
These modern Faberge 18 karat yellow gold huggy style pierced earrings center a bezel set round brilliant diamond. The earrings are crafted in a brilliant blue enamel, accented with diamonds and gold detailing. The earrings were created by Victor Mayor. Crafted in the tradition of the original Imperial eggs using Faberges iconic...
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Early 2000s German Art Nouveau Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Exquisite 3.16 Carat Natural Untreated Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 3.16 Carats Natural Untreated Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Amazing looking piece! Total Natural Round Cut White Diamonds Weight: Approx. 0.16 ...
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2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Regal Ball Double Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Distinctive majestic details are incorporated in the design of these ornamental eighteen karat 18K yellow gold ball drop earrings. With a modest 1-1/2 inch drop, this vintage earring...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 6.05 CTW Peridot Diamond Silver 14K Gold Antique Halo Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as drop style earrings centering rectangular cushion cut peridots Weighing approximately 4.50 carats total - transparent bright yellow-green Set with rose gold prongs and ac...
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1870s Victorian Antique Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, chandelier clip-on earrings featuring 3.25 carats of yellow sapphires, 3.21 carats of purple sapphires, 3.30 carats of green sapph...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection, 4 Rib Earring for Donna Karan 1988
Located in New York, NY
This bold and sculptural clip on earring is an example of the big scale jewelry Robert Lee Morris and Donna Karan created for furnished the runway. These are a warm burnished brass, ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Brass

14K Solid Gold Diamond Dangle Chain Earrings For Women Anniversary Gift Gold.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Dangle Chain Earrings For Women Anniversary Gift Gold. Shape Round Closure Butterfly Metal Yellow Gold Diamond Weight 0.44 Cts Approx Main Stone Diamond Mater...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

18K Gold Oval Shaped Gemstone 9x7 mm Earrings Dangle Earrings Gemstone Options
Located in Bangkok, TH
Dangle Earrings in 18K White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold. Gemstone options : Garnet / Amethyst / Citrine / Swiss blue topaz / London blue topaz / Peridot Lightweight and gorgeous, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Peridot, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White Gold,...

Soft blue glass cabuchon and large pearl five point earrings, French, 1960s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A striking pair of 'cruxiform earrings, of excellent quality and weight. Very much in the style of Chanel of this period (1960s) , they sadly are not signed, but they bear all the qualities and motifs of Maison Goossens, creator and collaborator with Coco Chanel in designing iconic jewellery for the House of Chanel. That aside, they are highly wearable and, in their soft shade of blue, very versatile. Robert Goossens was a great artist, and one of the last great masters of the golden age of costume jewellery. He is most well known for his magical collaboration with Coco Chanel, commencing in the mid 1950s and continuing through to her death. Together, they created ’Byzantine’ jewels, celebrated for its crosses, and cruxiform brooches. Chanel gave him a freedom of expression ,so that he was able to realise and affirm her wonderful vision - he felt that this collaboration with Chanel was the highest point of his carrer and recounted many tales of it throughout his later life. He also had a celebrated collaboration with Yves Saint Laurent, creating many of the most fabulous and iconic piece for the couture house. At the beginning, he made the pieces by hand himself, expanding to seven artisans, then with 48 employees in the 1980s and 90s. The atelier continues today, run by his son and daughter.
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1960s French Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique Etruscan Revival 18k Gold Ruby & Seed Pearl Detailed Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - Grayish White Color (6) Natural Genuine Rubies - Old Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Red Color - Natural Inclusions Material...
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19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing earrings in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a turquoise buttom surrounded by aquamarine and diamonds. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian master goldsmith...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

12.5mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These earrings are a luxurious display of elegance, crafted from 14-karat white gold. Each earring is adorned with a significant 12mm South Sea pearl, renowned for its magnificent si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Solid Gold Huggie Diamond Earrings Hoops
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Huggie Diamond Earrings Hoops For Women Anniversary Gift Earring Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, u...
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2010s Indian Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Large Model Snowflake Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Large Model Snowflake Earrings are exquisite displays of icy brilliance, featuring meticulously set diamonds that form the iconic snowflake motif, capt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Earrings with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with pearl and brilliant cut diamond up to 1.20ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The size of the earrings is 4.0 cm long by 1.4 cm wide Total weig...
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2010s Dutch Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 14kt gold filigree Torpedo dangle Earrings
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Handmade antique 14kt gold Torpedo earrings featuring fine applied filigree panels on hollow teardrop shape dangles. Looks handmade with beautifu...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

9K Gold Cream Cultured Pearl and Rhinestone Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Lovely 9K gold cream cultured pearl and rhinestone drop earrings. Measuring length 1.6 cm / .62 inch, and the pearls are 5.5 mm. The earrings have replacement 14K gold filled butterf...
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Mid-20th Century Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 9k 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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