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Drop Earrings For Sale
Price: $1 to $2,000
Richard Minadeo Blue Three Tier Cameo Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade one-of-a-kind Richard Minadeo blue enamel and cameo drop clip earrings that feature vintage black and blue cameo charms set in gold resin with studs. We are pleased to announce Resurrected: Richard Minadeo and the art of Memento Mori: 1980’s and Today. Famous in the ’80s for his handmade, one of a kind, and extremely personal jewelry and mementos, Richard Minadeo, is most known for his collaborations with artists like Madonna; creating iconic pieces for her Like A Virgin and Like A Prayer...
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Milagrosa Large Flame ball Pearl Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
A large white freshwater baroque flame ball pearl hangs on a gold plated Milagrosa earring post. Size & shape of pearls may vary slightly as they are natural pearls. Statement earrin...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

14 Karat White Gold Ruby Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Drop Ruby Earrings. 4 piece round rubies 5 grams total weight.
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Alex Jona Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Pendant Earrings
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat brushed yellow gold double hoop pendant earrings. Dimensions: W 0.67in/17mm, D 0.09in/2.19mm. Alex Jona jewels stand out...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Drop Pendant Earrings
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat brushed yellow gold open drop pendant earrings. Dimensions: H 1.28in/32.7mm, W 0.72in/18.3mm, D 0.04in/1.23mm. Alex Jona...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Penny Preville Ladies Diamond Earring E1054W
Located in Wilmington, DE
Penny Preville Ladies Diamond Earring 18k White Gold Diamond 0.18 Carat Total Weight Lever Back E1054W
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2010s Drop Earrings

Black Oval Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
Black Oval German vintage glass beads edged with 24K gold dangles on a 6mm ball 14K gold filled earring post. The German vintage glass bea...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Vintage German Glass Bead Watercolor Earrings in Yellow
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage German Glass Bead, circa 1950s on 14K gold filled. *Our jewelry have maximum protection for anti-tarnish and is made for extended wear.
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Scott Kay Sterling Silver and Diamond Ladies Earring E1332SDM
Located in Wilmington, DE
Sterling Silver Diamonds 0.69 carat total weight post back E1332SDM
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2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond

18.72 Carats Rose Cut Sapphire Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Artisan Earrings
Located in London, GB
These Gorgeous 18.40 Carats Rose Cut Yellow Sapphire Earrings feature 0.32 Carat in two Diamond slices set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Each piece is hand made with a unique shaped preci...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Long Teardrop Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Long Teardrop Drop Earrings, Simplicity in a complex world. Designing for Tiffany & Co. helped me boil design down to the essence of a shape. These long...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Fashion Diamond White 18k Gold Earrings for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
EARRING 18K White gold, Diamond 0.56 Cts/18 Pieces, Emerald 0.24 Cts/16 Pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18k Yellow Gold dangle Earings. These, lovely earrings have a lovely polished and satin gold finish. They, are 2.0" L and weigh 12.53 grams. The, e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Linear Diamond 14 Karat Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14-karat gold, these beautiful linear hoop drop earrings are set with .49 carats of sparkling diamonds. Also available in white gold & rose gold. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEW...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Monet Gucci Style Link Round Pierced Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monet Gucci Style Link Round Gold Tone Pierced Earrings 1.5" In Height (See photos for reference) 1.5" In Length (See photos for reference)
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

0.26 Carat Vs G Diamonds on 18 Carat White Gold Earrings
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano earrings from our Palestro collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The earrings are in 18 carat white gold .The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen 14K White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings 0.38Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Shimmering round diamonds sway along 14K white gold chains in these stunning women's drop earrings. Secured with lever backs. The earrings have a total diamond weight of 0.38cttw. Di...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rutilated Smoky and Murion Quartz Citrine Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Beautiful rutilated smoky and murion quartz and citrine and diamonds drop yellow gold earrings set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. These earrings feature 10 round cut diamonds with an estim...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Made 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Emerald Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5 grams. Totally is diamond 1.08 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs. Totally is emerald 1.80 carat. Pleas...
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2010s Turkish Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Natural Sapphire with Rough Diamond Drop Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Sapphire with Rough Diamond Drop Vermeil Earrings These beautiful pair of one of a kind earrings feature a pair of sparkly fancy-shape rose-cut natural Indian sapphire, surr...
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

3.07 Carats Tennis Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Tennis Earrings Italian made 14K yellow gold. The total weight is 3.07 carats. Beautiful shiny natural diamonds. The total length is 2 inch drop. screw back setting for secure wear. ...
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Earrings #15102
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Earrings- These lovely earrings each feature one oval sapphire (6 mm x 4 mm) surrounded by 12 round brilliant cut diamonds. Push back closu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel CC Faux Pearl Heart Drop Pendant Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2418 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2021 Metal Gilt Weight 17 g Condition Excellent Other Info Heart Width:2.5cm / Height:2.5cm __________________________________ If you are inte...
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2010s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian 15K Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Measuring 1 3/4" long, these lovely Victorian ear pendants are crafted in 15 karat gold with a velvety bloomed finish. C1870 Measurements: 1 3/4" from the top of the ear wire, 7/16"...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

15k Gold

Chanel CC Perfume Bottle Faux Pearl Drop Pendant Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2401 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2020 Metal Gilt Weight 26.2 g Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in any of our previously sold piece...
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2010s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Nina Zhou Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Blossom 12-13mm Pearl Convertible Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover Nina Zhou Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Diamond Blossom 12-13mm Pearl Convertible Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold, representing timeless elegance and intricate craftsmanship. Th...
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chanel CC Faux Pearl Camelia Drop Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2385 Comes With Box Only Date 2020 Metal Gilt Weight 16 g Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in any of our previously sold pieces, p...
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2010s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hakimoto South Sea Drop Pearl 18K Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $3,000 12mm South Sea Drop Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings 6 Round Diamonds 0.037 Carts 1.1" long And 6.2 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Black Diamond Shaped Vintage German Glass Bead on Gold filled Chain Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
Black diamond shaped vintage German glass beads edged with 24K gold on 14K gold-filled chains and ear studs. The vintage German glass beads are considered rare and collectible, circ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Vintage Inspired Bright Blue Topaz Art Deco Style Drop Earrings 9 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood, The Cecelia Earrings are a glamorous adornment. Their embossed gold and symmetry of design is set with the brightest of sky blue topaz. She i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant French Jade Drop Earrings Yellow Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
Beautiful and Elegant Yellow Gold and Jade Earrings. Yellow Gold 18 Carat Natural Jade Go to our showcase page for more updates and click on the "Follow" button to never miss our ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Apple Green Tourmaline One of a Kind Dangle Drop Earrings, Monica Marcella
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Drop Earrings handcrafted by jewelry maker Monica Marcella in matte-finished 18k yellow gold showcasing a gorgeous pair of matched apple green tourmaline that seemingly...
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2010s American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dice and Pearls Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
Each earring consist of brown vintage German glass beads edged with gold, vintage lucite, freshwater pearls, brass metal plated with 24K gold, gold-filled findings and ear stud. Th...
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2010s American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Gold Plate, Gold-filled, 24k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Old Original Vintage 12k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 1.40 carat. Acid tested to be 12k real gold. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Box is not i...
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1960s Asian Retro Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Bright Green Emerald Drop Earrings 9 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Gwendolyne Earrings are a nod to the Golden Age of cinema, structured lines reminiscent of a time when cinema, architecture and fashion created a style that is still much sought ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Hinge Earrings
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Hinge Earrings sparkle in a classic bezel setting with a decorative hinge featuring French ear wires. Matte finished. Pink Tourmali...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 3.5 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two outstanding 7 x 10 mm pear shaped Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine cabochons are accented by classic braided wire bezels beneath a matching circular accent above the jump rings. Saf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

One of a Kind Rough Lapis Lazuli Rectangle Gold Earrings, Petra Class 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Rough Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings handmade by acclaimed jewelry artist Petra Class showcasing a beautiful set of matched rough royal bl...
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2010s American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal

David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Solari Lapis Luzuli Sphere Hoop Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Designer Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- 2 Spherical Blue Lapis Luzuli Authentic David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Luzuli Hoop Drop Earrings F...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold South Indian Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
Unusual spear shaped earrings from South India, in 22K gold with fine tooling work along the spine and at the top of the wire. Early 1900's. For pierced ears.
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Early 20th Century Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Hakimoto 18k White Gold Natural Color 12mm South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold Natural Color Drop Cultured Pearl Earrings. Total item weight 5.8 grams 12 mm Natural color South Sea Drop Cultured Pearls 18K White Gold H...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautifully Lapis Lazuli diamond dangling earrings in 14k yellow gold. These gorgeous earrings has a deep blue pear shape Lapis cabochons dangling from an inverted heart set with diamonds. The Lapis cabochons are bezel set. Each heart is set with 16 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 32 diamonds on the pair. The diamonds are G in color and SI1 in clarity. The total diamond weight is approximately 0.65 carat. The earrings have post backs for pierced ears and are equipped with friction backings. These earrings are very well made in 14k yellow gold. The earrings measure 36 mm long (1.50 inches) x 13.94 mm wide (0.50 inch). The total weight of the earrings is 9.00 grams. These are vintage Lapis Lazuli...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Hakimoto 13 mm South Sea Drop Cultured Pearl 18k Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold and Diamond South Sea Cultured Pearl Earrings. Total item weight 7.4 grams Featuring Round Brilliant Diamonds 11.5-13mm Drop Cultured Pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings

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

Hakimoto 18K 14-13mm Natural Color Metallic Baroque Pearl Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold and Diamond Fancy Natural Color Metallic Baroque Pearl Earrings. Hight 1 inch Total item weight 7.4 grams Featuring 0.03 Carats of Round Br...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto White South Sea Baroque 18K Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Manufacture Suggested Retail Price $3,000 12.5mm White South Sea Baroque 18K White Gold Earrings 10 Round 0.041 Carets Diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 18K Natural Color Metallic Baroque 15x13 mm Pearl Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold and Diamond Fancy Natural Color Metallic Baroque Pearl Earrings. Hight 1.1 inch Total item weight 8.4 grams Featuring 0.038 Carats of Round...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 18K White Gold and Diamond Metallic 12x19 mm Baroque Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K White Gold and Diamond Natural Color Fancy Metallic Baroque Pearl Earrings. Hight 1.1 inch Total item weight 7.8 grams Featuring 0.02 Carats of Round ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hakimoto 18K Natural Color Rare Metallic 18-23mm Baroque Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Natural Color Metallic Baroque Pearl Earrings. 18K White Gold Total item weight 12.8 grams 18-23mm Fancy Metallic Natural color Baroque Cultured Pearls Hue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst and Natural Pink Baroque Pearl Earrings
Located in New York City, NY
Our newest baroque pearl earring collection features this exquisite pair: a strikingly set dark royal purple amethyst on a polished 14K yellow gold basket setting, harmoniously paire...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Angel Skin Coral Button Earrings Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Round Clip On Backings
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage angel skin coral earrings, crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1950s to 1960s). Angel skin coral measures 13.5mm each (estimated at 5.50 carats each -...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Leverback Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic white of the two round peg-set Freshwater cultured pearls is sure to allure. Crafted in 14K white gold, these dangling pearl earrings will give you a polished look for th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Faceted Amethyst White Gold Diamonds Carved Chinese Red Lacquer Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 2 oval shape Faceted Amethyst of 5 mm x 7 mm set together in 14 Kt white gold with a small diamond in the mid...
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2010s Thai Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bee on Honeycomb 14k Gold Studs Earrings with with Citrines Briolettes
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bee on honeycomb 14 kt solid gold earrings studs with natural citrines briolettes. November birthstone. Gold: white and yellow (bee) 14kt solid gold. ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Monies Lumen Stud Earring
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
MONIES IS A DANISH JEWELRY COMPANY FOUNDED IN 1973 BY GERDA AND NIKOLAI MONIES. ALTHOUGH BOTH ARE CLASSICALLY TRAINED GOLDSMITHS, IT WAS THEIR INTEREST AND LOVE FOR UNCONVENTIONAL N...
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2010s Danish Modern Drop Earrings

Art Deco Style White Gold Emeralds Diamonds Black Enamel Jade Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 parts in 14 kt.white gold, 16 round full cut diamonds,small round emerald cabs and black enamel ,in the lower parts we have 2...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style 14k Gold Rubies Diamonds Black Enamel Carved Jade Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 parts in 14 kt.white gold, 16 round full cut diamonds,small round Ruby cabs and black enamel ,in the lower parts we have 2 En...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Rubies Emeralds Gold Red Enamels Diamonds Jade Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings in the upper part we have 2 oval Ruby cabochons measuring 7 mm x 8 mm, the central part is composed of 2 elements in white gold ,16 full cut...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond, Pearl and Antique Drop Earrings

Earrings are a timeless accessory. Women have been wearing studs and hoops in civilizations as far back as Ancient Egypt. Diamond drop earrings, pearl versions and other antique drop earrings have a long history as well.

While hoops will always be beautiful, drop earrings hold their own as dazzling accessories, and jewelry designers have explored different variations on this style of earring over time.

Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone that drops just below the earlobe. These accessories were popular in the Art Deco era, which encompassed the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design.

There were many influences on Art Deco jewelry; among them, the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. Today, the popularity of long Art Deco drop earrings can be attributed to the influence of Coco Chanel. These earrings are frequently characterized by simple shapes, clean lines and an integration of colorful stones such as blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies to accent the pieces’ diamonds. Indeed, during the 20th century, as technology for diamond cutting improved, diamond drop earrings and other diamond jewelry came into wide popularity. Formal examples of diamond drop earrings pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold drop earrings make great daytime accessories.

While there are at least several types of earrings you could be wearing right now, drop earrings work well for anyone who favors a minimalist look. Whatever the occasion, find a wide range of antique, diamond and pearl drop earrings on 1stDibs.

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