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Earrings For Sale
Style: Byzantine
Style: Greek Revival
Dimos 18k Gold Owl Carved Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Classic earrings in 18k yellow gold with a natural cornelian stone made in museum replica and decorated with granulations even in the back. The cornelian is hand carved showing the o...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Contemporary 18K Gold & Green Tsavorite Garnet Chandelier Earrings /Ear Jackets
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Grain’, chandelier ear jackets are crafted in 18K yellow gold, hallmarked in Cyprus. These impressive chandelier earrings come in a highly polished finish, set with Green Tsavor...
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2010s Cypriot Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Greek Revival Hellenistic Earrings In Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold With Lapis Lazuli
Located in Miami, FL
Greek revival earrings with lapis lazuli. Beautiful pair of Hellenistic earrings, made in Greece in the style of the ancient Greeks with floreated designs. This pair has been crafte...
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1970s Greek Greek Revival Vintage Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carole Saint Germes Gilded Bronze and Baroque Mother of Pearl Clips
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Handmade in Paris, France gilded bronze and baroque mother of pearl clip earrings from Carole Saint Germes.
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2010s French Byzantine Earrings

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Circle Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
These S.Georgios designer earrings are hand made from 18 Karat Yellow Gold and decorated with Byzantine-era style granulation workmanship done microscopically. This stunning pair of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond...

Rare 24 Karat Yellow Gold 1.36 Cttw Cabochon Cut Aquamarine Stud Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
Rarest of all the golds & prized for its rich, warm color these 24 karat yellow gold stud earrings feature 2 round cabochon cut Aquamarine's = 1.36 Cttw. While being the birthstone ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis 18k gold and lapis lazuli antique style clip-on dangly earrings
Located in London, GB
These impressive 18k gold Lalaounis clip-on dangly earrings are classical in design. The top of the earring that rests on the earlobe is an intricate floral pattern while at the bott...
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1970s Greek Byzantine Vintage Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

London Topaz Byzantine Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Immerse yourself in the allure of our exquisite pair of square gold earrings, meticulously crafted with London topaz gemstones. Drawing inspiration from Byzantine aesthetics and the ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Pear Gold Earrings with Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the allure of our pear-shaped gold earrings, adorned with meticulous granulations and crowned by a sparkling brilliant gem at the heart, an exquisite expression of timeless e...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Gold Pear Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Odysseus jewelry is timeless, unique, and offers you the outstanding details you desire. 100% handmade in our workshop. Metal: 18K Gold Gemstones: D...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Serpentine Ball Gold Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your elegance with these exquisite gold drop earrings, meticulously crafted in a graceful serpentine ball shape, and adorned with intricate details that echo the grandeur of ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Round Pink Sapphire Gold Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the epitome of elegance with our gold earrings, each meticulously crafted to showcase a captivating round pink sapphire—a symbol of enduring allure and timeless sophisticatio...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Trillion Iolite Byzantine Gold Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Discover the intricate beauty of our gold earrings, adorned with exquisite granulations and crowned by a brilliant trillion iolite in the center, a perfect blend of timeless sophisti...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold

Pear Peridot Gold Byzantine Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
These exquisite open pear-shaped gold earrings, adorned with a radiant pear peridot, exude timeless sophistication, making a statement that transcends trends and enhances your unique...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Polygon Earrings with Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Immerse yourself in the modern sophistication of our captivating gold polygon-shaped earrings, where glistening diamonds light up each facet—a testament to timeless allure and contem...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Granulation Gold Byzantine Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your style with our gold hoop earrings, where the enchanting whirl of these graceful hoops is adorned with delicate granulations, each telling a story of enduring beauty and ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Earrings with Tourmalines and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with these exquisite gold earrings, featuring a rounded pear shape embellished with an oval green tourmaline and a square pink tourmaline, a harmonious fusion of color...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Drop Ball Gold Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Grace your ears with these exquisite gold drop earrings, delicately handcrafted in an open ball shape adorned with intricate granulations, they feature a majestic sapphire gracing ea...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Greek Revival Clips On Earrings With Alexander III Coins In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Greek revival earrings with gold coins. Very beautiful pair of classic earrings, crafted with Greek revival patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The...
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1970s Italian Greek Revival Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Byzantine Earrings with Swiss Blue Topaz
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn your ears with our gold earrings, featuring an oval Swiss topaz, inspired by the grandeur of the Byzantine era—a testament to enduring beauty and classic craftsmanship. 100% h...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Byzantine Gemstone Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
These captivating rectangle-shaped earrings feature two square amethyst gems and a square Swiss topaz, embodying a harmonious blend of structured elegance and vibrant color. 100% ha...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Granulation Gold Earrings with Ruby
Located in Athens, GR
These exquisite gold earrings are designed in the enchanting shape of dreamcatchers, each featuring a captivating ruby at its heart—a symbol of passion and protection, sure to captur...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Bocola Stud Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Bocola stud earrings set in 22k yellow gold. The design is created with circles of filigree and topped with granulations of different size all around. All solid and could be worn da...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Antique Knots dangle earrings solid 18K Gold / 2gr
Located in SE
A pair of older earrings with freely suspended bodies designed as knots in solid 18K Yellow Gold . Pendants are hollow inside,polished,shiny and very reflective. Each earring is 32m...
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1930s European Greek Revival Vintage Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Classic Byzantine Turn Screw Non Pierce Dangle Earrings 18Kt Gold Ref 12375
Located in New York, NY
Unique Handmade Vintage Byzantine Style Earrings. Working Screw Adjust for Ear Lobe. 18kt Yellow Gold. 9.1 Grams 2 inches long Top diameter 10mm Gold Dangle Row 8.5mm Depth (Fron...
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21st Century and Contemporary Byzantine Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Zolotas Large Sculptural Greek Revival Earrings in 18K Gold Diamonds Rubies
Located in Dallas, TX
A statement pair of vintage Zolotas earrings in 18 karat yellow gold and featuring sparkling diamond and ruby accents. These earrings are part of the Heritage collection from Zolotas...
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Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Round White Pearl Carved Spiral Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Size: 2.0*1.7 cm. Weight: 5.0 g/each. _ _ _ Great for everyd...
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1980s German Byzantine Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Edouard Rambaud Paris Clip Earrings with Turquoise Resin Cabochon
Located in Atlanta, GA
French designer Edouard Rambaud Paris designed those stunning Byzantine-inspired clip-on earrings. They feature a massive shiny, gilded metal rounded donut shape, all textured and or...
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1980s French Byzantine Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with. Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise Stud Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
Nothing is more luxurious than pure 24 karat gold! It has such a warm, sunshine reminiscent color. Own these adorable turquoise earrings & bring som...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver Enamel Gold Plated Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Contemporary Large silver hand made earrings gold plated with 750k gold with colorful blue plaque ajoure enamel technique and terqouse stones in byzantin style earrings lenght 5.5 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Silver

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Camellia Crystals Layer Rose Flower Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Camellia Crystals Layer Rose Flower Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss or stone lost. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '...
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1970s German Byzantine Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Italian Jewelry 14k Gold Dangle Earrings With Garnets Ancient Greek Style
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 14k Gold and Natural Garnets. Discover our exquisite Made in Italy Dangle Earrings, crafted with meticulous artistry in either 1...
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold

Italian 14k Gold Dangle Earrings in Ancient Greek Style, Zeus Coin Earrings
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 14k Gold. Yellow gold, rose gold or white gold. Adorn yourself with Italian perfection — Dangle Earrings in 14k or 18k solid gold, inspired by Ancient Greek style. Crafted in Italy, these exquisite Zeus Coin...
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Byzantine Clip Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer earrings are custom crafted from 18 Karat yellow gold and decorated in Byzantine style with granulation work and velvet background and featuring 0.48-carat brilli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

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

18k Gold Dangle Earrings in Ancient Greek Style | Italian Jewelry made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 18k Gold and Natural Garnets. Yellow gold, rose gold or white gold. Discover our exquisite Made in Italy Dangle Earrings, crafte...
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

Italian Jewelry | 18k Gold Dangle Earrings With Diamonds | Bee Earrings
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 18k Gold and Diamonds. Adorn yourself with Italian perfection—Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14k or 18k solid gold, inspired by Ancient Greek style. Crafted in Italy, these exquisite Bee Coin Earrings fuse history with modern elegance. Elevate your look with the allure of Italian jewels...
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Dangle Earrings in 18k solid Gold, Ancient Greek Style, Zeus Coin Earrings
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 18k Gold. Yellow gold, rose gold or white gold. Adorn yourself with Italian perfection — Dangle Earrings in 14k or 18k solid gold, inspired by Ancient Greek style. Crafted in Italy, these exquisite Zeus Coin...
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Italian Jewelry 14k Gold Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Bee Earrings
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 14k Gold and Diamonds. Adorn yourself with Italian perfection—Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14k solid gold, inspired by Ancient Greek style. Crafted in Italy, these exquisite Bee Coin Earrings fuse history with modern elegance. Elevate your look with the allure of Italian jewels...
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Philippe Ferrandis Córdoba Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Symbols of life, love, luck and joy illustrate this powerful collection, set in two-tone metals. Composition Mother-of-pearl, mirror, pâte de verre and crystal, on champagne gold and...
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2010s French Byzantine Earrings

Byzantine Style 18k Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k. These eighteen-karat yellow gold earrings have a wonderful Byzantine style that is perfect for Bohemian fashion. The look is timeless and the construction superb. E...
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Early 2000s Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
Enjoy every day S.Georgios designers Byzantine-era style 18 Karat Yellow Gold earrings with granulation work, rubies and sapphires. Earrings are all hand-made with granulation workma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
These S.Georgios designers Byzantine-era style 18 Karat Yellow Gold earrings are hand-made with granulation workmanship done microscopically and are finished with a unique velvet bac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

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

Diamond 24K Gold Chandelier Byzantine Coin Earrings by Kurtulan Jewellery
Located in Bozeman, MT
Diamond 24K Gold-fused on Sterling Silver Chandelier Byzantine Coin Earrings by Kurtulan Jewellery of Istanbul, Turkey, approx 2" in length. Lovely, 24k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Small Classic Flower Earrings with Diamonds 24 Karat Gold and Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Small Flower Earrings with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver, Size small, 0.35, Diamonds: 0.02ct, Colour: H Clarity: VS2 About Kurtulan: Kurtulan jewellery manufacturing company is bas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold, Silver, Coral and Diamond Wire Drop Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
A perfect combination - pure 24 karat yellow gold, silver & coral! Ancient Egyptians used coral pieces in tombs as protection against evil spirits in the afterworld, as it is believe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer oval drop earrings are hand-made from 18 Karat Yellow Gold and decorated with Byzantine-era style granulation workmanship. These beautiful earrings feature 2 bril...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Y...

Handmade Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Stud Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
How adorable are these colorful opal earrings? Rarest of all the golds, 24 karat gold has a distinct, rich color valued by investors worldwide, which is further enhanced by the boldl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Openwork Sculpted Hollow Gold Oval Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Special style design. 100% Genuine. Givenchy Signed clearly on the reverse. Material: Gold tone metal. Size: 3.0*2.6 cm. Weight: 6 g/each. _ _ _ Great for ...
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1980s French Byzantine Vintage Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Large Classic Flower Earrings with Diamonds 24 Karat Gold and Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Large Flower Earrings with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver, Size large, 0.67", (16.5mm) 3.03 grams of 24k gold, approx. 0.23 grams of 925 sterling silver, Diamonds: 0.04ct, Colour: H ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Byzantine Earrings with Doublet Copper Turquoise
Located in Athens, GR
Sterling silver Byzantine earrings with an intricate detail and gold plated features that enhance the beauty and the level of work. Set with copper turquoise, a stone that makes it e...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Copper

Vefk Post Earrings with Byzantine Coin Fragments and Diamonds 24kt Gold & Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Vefk Earrings w/ Byzantine Coin Fragments and Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver, Size Small, Length: 1.25", Width: 1/4", Diamonds: 0.04ct, Colour: H Clarity: VS2 About Kurtulan: Kurtul...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Dangling Drop goold Earrings Lapis Lazuli Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These elegant dangling earrings were made out of 14 karat gold in 1870 ca. The earrings are in designed in Greek revival taste. The earrings consists of tops set with a lapis lazuli ...
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1870s European Greek Revival Antique Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamonds 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamond Detail, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Small, Length: 3/4", Diamonds: 0.07ct, Colour: H Clarity: VS2 About Kurtulan: Kurtulan jewellery manufactur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pearl Earrings with Diamond Detail 24 Karat Solid Yellow Gold by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Pearl and Diamond Earrings, 24kt Solid Yellow Gold, Size Medium, Length: 1", Width: 1/5", Diamonds: 0.02ct, Colour: H Clarity: VS2 About Kurtulan: Kurtulan jewellery manufacturing c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
These S.Georgios 18 Karat Yellow Gold gorgeous designer earrings are decorated with hand made Byzantine-era style bead granulation workmanship done all microscopically, and finished ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Gar...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Diamond Round Stud Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
These S.Georgios designer stud Earrings are 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand-made bead granulation workmanship, and finished with a unique contrast velvet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Earrings

Materials

Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond...

Ram earrings signed Zolotas
Located in Uccle, BE
Ram earrings made of gold 22k signed by the famous Greek jeweler Zolotas. The earrings are with a clap closure but we can change it on demand and make an alpa closure for ear holes. circa 1980-1990 Weight: 23.8 grams The Greek firm of Zolotas was founded in 1895 in Athens at the foot of the Acropolis by Efthimios Zolotas. After gaining experience at the ateliers in Paris he returned home determined to use what he had learnt to start his own business. In doing so he wanted to create a jewellery house that combined the traditions and style of his homeland with Parisian standards of craftsmanship. The firm was immediately successful and Zolotas was soon able to open his own workshop adjacent to the store on Aiolou Street. In 1904 he married his wife Konstantina and their son Xenofon was born the following year. By this time his work had come to the attention of the Greek Royal family and in 1910 he created a series of jewels for them to wear to the coronation of England’s King George V. Xenofon didn’t join his father in the business but instead forged his own path, becoming a Professor at the University of Thessaloniki, working for the Bank of Greece and even serving briefly as Prime Minister, however he always remained connected to the Zolotas business. Indeed, it was he who initiated the collaborations with Greek archaeological museums at the beginning of the 1960s to re-interpret the Classical motifs and patterns found therein and transpose them onto jewellery. This reimagining of ancient history and honouring of Greek culture produced some of the firms most successful and memorable jewels which were adored by stylish women such as Maria Callas, Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. The 1970s saw a store opening in Paris and collaborations with the sculptor Claude Lalanne and the artist Paloma Picasso who designed various pieces for the firm including a gold panel bracelet...
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1990s Greek Greek Revival Earrings

Materials

Gold, 22k 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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