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Earrings For Sale
1950s Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Aquamarine and Diamond white gold clip-on earrings. What charming earrings. These Aquamarine and Diamond White Gold Clip-On Earrings were made in the 1950's They are simple ...
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1950s Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Handcrafted 14k Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Color Stone Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte and Hammer-Finished Drop Earrings, Centered with a 10mm 7.0CT Checkerboard Cushion-Cut Green Amethyst Semi-Precious Color Stone
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Miriam Haskell Hand Wired Earrings with Pearl and Dangling Charm
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of Miriam Haskell earrings. These are hand wired large button pearl and blue and lavender beads on Russian Gold filigree. Additionally six links of rice pearls dangle ...
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1970s American Artisan Vintage Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

Emerald earrings studs in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 karat gold earrings studs with genuine emeralds. May birthstone jewelry. Oval emerald earrings. Green gemstone earrings. Statement emerald earrings. Emerald drop earrings. Metal:...
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2010s Turkish Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald earrings studs in 14k gold.
Emerald earrings studs in 14k gold.
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Set in 18K Gold, Blue Sapphires, Blue Enamel & Rose Cut Diamonds Dangle Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Blue Sapphires & Blue Enamel Dangle Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the oval shaped Blue Sapphires is 3.03 carats. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel

Stunning Double Oval Citrine & Pink Sapphire Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings features a pair of genuine oval citrine, lab-grown pink sapphire, adorned with round white topaz on the side, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over ...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Sleeping Beauty Mine Turquoise Carved Shell and Starfish Dangle Earrings in Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These one-of-a-kind dangle earrings feature gorgeous Sleeping Beauty Mine turquoise gems that have been hand-carved into starfish and scalloped shells and set with aquamarine in 18k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Christian Dior Boucles d'Oreille Tribales J Adior Golden Earrings Pearls Studs
Located in PARIS, FR
Dior Tribales J'Adior earrings composed of a stud decorated with a small fancy pearl and a pendant encrusted with iridescent white rhinestones and a large fancy pearl with a J'Adior ...
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2010s French Earrings

Vintage 9ct Gold Two Tone Creole Hoop Earrings
Located in Portland, England
A gorgeous pair of vintage 9ct gold hoop earrings in an elegant tapered teardrop shape, beautifully finished with polished yellow gold and contrasting white gold accents. The ridged ...
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20th Century English Earrings

Materials

Gold

Jades, Agates and Emeralds Black Gold 18 Karats Chandelier Earrings French
Located in Vannes, FR
These sumptuous chandelier earrings are truly an exceptional piece of jewellery. Crafted from the highest quality 18-carat rhodium-plated black gold, these earrings offer an elegant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Agate, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Colorful Pendant Earrings
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos Chandelier Pendant Earrings, a piece unique, is in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold. Th...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...

Boucheron Mid Century 4.50 carat platinum diamond earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These exquisite Mid Century earrings by Boucheron are a dazzling display of French luxury and craftsmanship. Set with twelve round brilliant cut and thirty-six baguette cut diamonds ...
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1950s Modern Vintage Earrings

Materials

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

10.5 Mm White Pearls, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous earrings in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted, in the upper part, with rubies and a little diamonds. As pendant, a pearl. Diamonds 0.02 ct Rubies 0.35 ct Pearls 3.60 gr Tot...
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2010s Italian Retro Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Fei Liu Malachite Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Two-Piece Stud Dangle Earrings
Located in Birmingham, GB
The Stella Multiway Stud Drop Earrings feature 10mm peacock-green malachite, adorned with a delicate star detail set with 0.042ct champagne diamonds, all in 14ct rose gold. The detac...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Fei Liu 8.12ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Birmingham, GB
Discover the exquisite beauty of our asymmetric platinum aquamarine earrings, each pair meticulously crafted to capture timeless elegance. One pair features a stunning square-cut aqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Earrings with ruby up to .46ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.24ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold earrings set with ruby ​​up to 2.46ct and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.24ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description the size of the earrings is 3.0 cm high and 5.2 mm w...
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2010s Dutch Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Steven Battelle 4.1 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Three organically shaped approximately 4 x 6 mm to 6 x 8 mm "Welo mine" Ethiopian opals flash and shine in shades of yellows, greens and blues in this simple, but interesting, design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Antique Austrian Earrings natural Garnet solid 14K Gold / 3.25 gr
Located in SE
A pair of nice Austrian studs, hand - made ca. 1920s- 1930s in solid 14K Yellow Gold with freely suspended pendants decorated with natural Bohemian Garnets. No hallmarks on earring...
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Earrings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Carved Coin Cameo Clip-on Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Carved Coin Cameo Clip-on Earrings Made in Italy. Lapis lazuli and 18k yellow gold come together in these unique Etruscan Revival earrin...
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Square Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Square Stud Earrings Metal: 18K gold Measurements: 10mm x 10mm Weight: 5.50 grams Hallmark: "©2002 T&Co. 750 ITALY" on the earrings, "T&CO. 750" on the backin...
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Early 2000s Italian Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the length . As pendant, a turquoise and, on it, a sapphire. These earrings were totally handmade by Ital...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

MONET signed gold etruscsn dangle designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 44 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...
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1980s Vintage Earrings

Francoise Montague Large Lolita Pearl and Crystal on Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Iconic earring style from famed jewelry design house Francoise Montague. Made with glass pearl vintage beads and Swarovski Crystal rondelles on gold. Francoise Montague took over th...
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2010s French Modern Earrings

Vintage YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT gold glass designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT • gold tone with glass • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • Inner diameter is 2.25" by 1.88" Bracelet is 0.88" wide CO...
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20th Century Earrings

18K White Gold 2.50ct Cluster Pink Sapphire & 0.63ct Diamond Dangle Earring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Meticulous work from a renowned designer and craftsman from Hong Kong. Three parts movables: the smaller pink sapphire ball, the middle section iced out diamonds and the big pink sap...
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20th Century Hong Kong Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage gold enamel rhinestone designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1” by 5/8” CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs...
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1980s Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold

Antique Earrings natural Blue White Sapphire solid 18K Gold Platinum / 3gr.
Located in SE
A pair of fine flower halo Sapphire studs featuring natural Blue and White Sapphires in solid 18K Yellow with Platinum or White Gold clusters. Likely a German pair, hand-made ca. 193...
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1910s European Art Nouveau Vintage Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Bvlgari Vintage B.Zero1 18K White Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A Contemporary Icon of Italian Luxury Introduce a touch of modern elegance to your collection with these vintage Bvlgari B.Zero1 Huggie Hoop Earrings, crafted in 18K white gold. Renowned for its clean lines and minimalist flair, the B.Zero1 design stands as a testament to Bvlgari’s iconic heritage—offering a versatile look that suits day-to-night styling. Key Features & Design B.Zero1 Motif A signature Bvlgari creation, characterized by sleek, architectural lines and a refined silhouette. Marked “Bvlgari, 750, Made in Italy,” and a maker’s mark, confirming the brand’s authenticity and fine Italian craftsmanship. 18K White Gold Construction Delivers a radiant yet subtle sheen that pairs effortlessly with both casual and formal attire. Demonstrates Bvlgari’s penchant for high-quality materials and enduring design. Huggie Hoop Style Measurements: Approximately 0.55" (W) x 0.60" (L)—ideal for those seeking a polished, close-to-the-ear fit. Weight: About 8.1 grams, giving a balanced feel without weighing you down. Comfort & Practicality A snug yet comfortable closure ensures secure wear, making them a sleek choice for daily style or special occasions. Why Choose These Vintage Bvlgari Earrings...
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20th Century Italian Modern Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage gold large hoop designer runway earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
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1980s Vintage Earrings

Long Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Earrings
Located in Webster, SD
These gorgeous earrings are sterling silver. They feature 20 round cut, 3mm light blue topaz gemstones. Measurements: 1/8 by 1 9/16 inches Weight: 4.3 grams Condition: New
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2010s American Modern Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Michael Kneebone Pink Opal Pink Sapphire Blush Baroque Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
a medley of pink gems unite in these fashionable dangle earrings. Conch shell pink Peruvian opals l tops the earrings. The cabochons are well matched, cut and polished to a glass-l...
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2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Richard Kerr Red and Black Jeweled Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr designed these adorable statement clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are made up of his signature pave rhinestones. The pieces feature a dimensional donut shape with a ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Earrings

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Earrings Metal: 18K yellow gold Measurement: 20.5mm(0.81") wide, large size Weight: 16.20 grams Hallmark: "©1994 ...
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1990s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pave Diamond Spike Hoops Earrings Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.577g,D:0.28ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Small Hoop Earrings #21958
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Small Hoop Earrings This piece features huggie hoop earrings meticulously designed in 14K yellow gold. Timeless, lightweight, and perfect for everyday wear, they off...
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20th Century Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Turquoise, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic earrings in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a diamond and a topaz in the upper part; below, a turquoise. Diamonds 0.04 ct Topaz 0.93 ct Turquoise 1.10 gr Total Weig...
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2010s Italian Retro Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1940s 0.35 Carat Total Brilliant Cut Diamonds Set In New 18ct W Stud Ear Mounts
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond Stud Earrings 18ct White Gold Stamped 750 Circa 1940s Introducing our stunning diamond stud earrings, featuring old brilliant cut diamonds set in new white gold settings. ...
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Mid-20th Century European Earrings

Materials

Diamond

Earrings with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct - 3.8 grams - 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold earrings set with brilliant cut diamonds up to . 1.00ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: The front of the earrings is 3.0 cm high and 4.4 mm wide weight 3.8 gra...
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2010s Dutch Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Boroque Pearl, Natural Opal Bezel Earrings in 18K Solid Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Classic white South Sea Baroque Pearl earrings, in which I added bezel drops with natural Opal. The earrings are full of luxury because the ear wire with diamond accents gives elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Handcrafted 14k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Color Stone Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte and Hammer-Finished Drop Earrings, Centered with a 10mm 9.5CT Checkerboard Cushion-Cut Blue Topaz Semi-Precious Color Stone
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2010s Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage matte gold modernist designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone with lucite cab • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear SKU ...
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Late 20th Century Earrings

1859 Antique French 10 Francs 22K / 18K Gold Dangle Earrings / 4gr
Located in SE
Antique Gold coins dangle earrings. This pair dates to circa XIX - early XX cent. The hooks in 18K Reddish Gold + a pair of matching XIX cent French...
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1850s French Arts and Crafts Antique Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR gold pearl rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold tone with pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 2" by 0.75" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition w...
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20th Century French Earrings

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Hardstone Cameo Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Earrings 15ct Gold Circa 1870 Gorgeous Victorian, Carnelian Hardstone Cameo Earrings. Beautiful Bow Topped, Drop/Dangle Style Earrings. Set with Little Seed Pearl...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Earrings

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage gold jewel rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.5" in diameter CONDITION • good vintage condition with minimal signs of...
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20th Century Earrings

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Silver Rose Cut Diamond Floral Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely pair of a Victorian floral lever-back earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold and silver. The piece features rose cut diamonds. Circa 1890. Weight: 7.81g Length: 3cm ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

9Kt Rose Gold Natural Stone Quartz Citrine Cocktail Modern Fashion Earrings
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Simple design earrings can be worn daily for the fashionable woman,citrine quartz in rose gold 9kt handemade in Italy by Stanoppi Jewellery since 1948. The stone is a real novelty, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Quartz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Multi Color, Citrine & Amethyst Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color, Citrine, Topaz, Peridot & Amethyst Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver 4 carats The earrings from the "Orient" traveling collection are the epitome of elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver

Earrings with onyx and brilliant cut diamonds up to 2.20ct 14k gold 13.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold earrings set with onyx and brilliant cut diamonds 2.20ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description: The earring is 4.5 cm long by 2.1 mm wide weight 13.1 grams Set with ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage ERWIN PEARL matte gold pearl designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed PEP • gold tone with pearls • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.5" in diameter CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs o...
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20th Century Earrings

Natural Zambia Emerald with Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Kowloon, HK
A pair of stunning natural vivid green emeralds ethically sourced from Zambia. The pair of earrings is hand-crafted and designed by us, and it is one-of-a-kind. Timeless and classic...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Hermès Enamel Clip-On Earrings Camel in Desert
Located in FR
Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Earrings Print: Camels, palm trees and desert sand print Africa theme Made of enamel printed and yellow gold plated hardware Clip-on earrings:...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Natural Ruby cabochon, carved Blue Sapphires, Emerald, Ruby & Diamonds Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, classical style, Ruby, Emerald & Blue Sapphires Chandelier Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the combined weight of the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire

AJD Sparkling Dangle Brazilian Emerald Earrings May Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
Exquisite Handmade Brazilian Emerald Earrings in 18KT Yellow Gold Discover the allure of our sparkling handmade Brazilian emerald earrings, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Etruscan Style Classical Greek 22k Woven Gold Necklace and Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular, substantial Etruscan style woven high carat gold necklace and transformable earrings en suite in the Classical Greek tradition. The neck...
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20th Century Greek Classical Greek Earrings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 19mm Wide Signature X Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 19mm Wide Signature X Earrings Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Measurement: 19mm(0.75") wide Weight: 15.60 grams Hallmark: T&CO. 750 Condition: Excellent condition, li...
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2010s American Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Certified Natural Myanmar Hot Pink Spinel Floral 14K Gold Earrings with Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
These beautiful earrings are handcrafted and designed in Hong Kong, with natural pink spinels from Mansin (Burma), high-quality diamonds, and white enamel. Man Sin is home of infamo...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marc Labat Paris Resin and Gold Flakes Dangle Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
French designer Marc Labat, Paris, designed these stunning oversized resin clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They feature a dangling dimensional geometric shape with a round pyramid and...
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1990s French Modernist Earrings

Vintage JULIANA DeLIZZA ELSTER gold navette glass designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned JULIANA • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.38" by 1.13" CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minima...
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20th Century Earrings

Natural Vivid Blue Sapphire Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold and Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing a captivating pair of earrings featuring two exquisite natural blue drop sapphires from Sri Lanka, elegantly adorned with brilliant diamonds. Each piece is custom-designe...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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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