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Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection, Large Copper Triple Blade Earrings 1981
Located in New York, NY
One of the superstar pieces of jewelry Robert Lee Morris created for Calvin Klein's fall 1981 runway show. The theme of long blades of grass, in matte 24k gold and ruddy red copper, or darkened brass. These iconic earrings capture the essence of the period, of the 1980's explosion in art design and fashion. Studio 54 had closed and we all moved over to Area Club. Big jewelry was the look for most of the decade. The spectacular Wabi Sabi dark red color is exquisite, and a permanent copper oxide finish. The Blade collection birthed several versions of the handmade blade of grass form, earrings and bangle bracelets in the rich colors of the African Maasai...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Earrings

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Copper

KJL Earring of Emeralds and Pastes
Located in New York, NY
Faux Emerald and paste set dramatic earring by Kenneth Jay Lane circa 1960s. 2.5" x 1.25"
Excellent condition with clip back fittings.
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1960s American Vintage Drop Earrings

3.20 Carats Hanging Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Hanging emerald cut illusion earrings on bezel set in 18K yellow gold. The earrings are a composite of baguette and trapezoid diamonds to create the illusion of a single emerald cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Real Pave Diamond Spike Bar Dangle Hook Earrings Solid 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Real Pave Diamond Spike Bar Dangle Hook Earrings Solid 925 Sterling Silver Shape Round Closure Hook Size 52x2mm Approx Main Stone Color White Metal Sterling Silver Secondary Stone Di...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Fabergé Délices D’Été Collection Diamond Sapphire Black Opal Earrings
Located in Genève, GE
Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing the modernity, refinement and technical perfection of Fabergé’s original captivating works of genius. Délices D’Été Earrings feature round white diamonds and pear shape multi-coloured sapphires set in 18 carat white gold. 18kt White Gold 21.10 grams 8 Pear Multicoloured Sapphires...
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2010s British Belle Époque Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...

Faceted Moonstone and Diamond Halo Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stylish drop earrings feature pearlescent moonstones surrounded by diamond halos crafted in 18k yellow gold. The moonstones have been faceted - a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold drop earrings. Handmade by artisans made with coral and rose cut diamonds...
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.58 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k rose and white gold with 2 GIA certified Old European cut bottom Diamonds; 2.51 carat, M color, SI1 clarity, GIA #7418207764 2.52 carat, N color, VS2 clarity, G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Gold Diamonds Blue Sapphire Rubies Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 Blue Sapphire oval cabs 7,5 x 10 mm. are the upper parts, then the central parts are in white gold,2 small round ruby cabochons, 10 round full cut diamonds and Blue Enamel, the l...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

13.02 Carat Multi-Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 2 GIA certified Pear-Shaped Diamond drops; one weighing 4.01 carats, G color, VS2 clarity, GIA #2105712741, and the other weighing 4.02 carats, H colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

MWLC Georgian Style Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Demantoid green foiled drop earrings from the Parisian studios of MWLC. Elegant drop earrings in green pate de verre with inserted foils made in Georgian style, closed settings. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Bulgari Allegra Earrings with Citrine, Tourmaline, Topaz, Amethyst and Diamonds
Located in Lisboa, PT
Bulgari earrings in 18kt – 750‰ white gold, from the Allegra collection. Inspired by the joy and exuberance of life, set with 18 brilliant-cut diamonds, a teardrop cabochon citrine,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mimi Milano Turquoise Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous pair of Mimi Milano earrings featuring 5.10cts of turquoise, complemented by 8mm freshwater pearls in 18k white gold and rose gold.
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2010s Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...

Antique 18K Yellow Gold GIA Sri Lanka Sapphires Old European Diamond Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Meta Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.75 inches Width: 10.50 mm Weight: 2.58 grams One pair of ladies 18K yellow gold diamond and sapphire antique drop earrings. T...
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Mid-20th Century Sri Lankan Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum and 18kt White Gold Earrings with South Sea Pearls and 3.07ct Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These unique and elegant earrings crafted by our gallery, Each centers a large south sea pearl framed with 8 marquis cut diamonds. The drop portion of the earring had a round brillia...
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1990s Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

DIOR Tribale J'adior gold faux pearl drop star pin asymmetric stud earrings pair
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Tribale J'adior gold faux pearl logo drop star pin asymmetric stud earrings pair Reference: AAWC/A00898 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Gra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Art Deco Style White Diamond Natural Turquoise 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 Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

2.47 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k rose and white gold with one Old European and one Round Brilliant cut bottom Diamond weighing a total of 2.17 carats, and 2 smaller Old European cut top Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Bohemian Garnet Pendant Necklace Earrings Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Victorian Bohemian Garnet Parure with a stunning Pendant and pair of Earrings. The garnets sparkle with a brilliant red fire, they ar...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver

【Caelmare】Convertible 2-in-1 Blossom South Sea Pearl Turquoise Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Delicate yet playful, these convertible earrings from the Caelmare collection feature a floral silhouette crafted in vibrant turquoise and shimmering diamonds. At the base, luminous ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold

【Jādora】Jade Halo South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Understated and luminous, these earrings embody the quiet luxury of timeless design. Each features a glowing South Sea pearl gently suspended from a vivid jadeite cabochon, framed in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Jade, White Gold

Minimalist 14 Karat White Gold Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Drop Earrings Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Timeless elegance meets everyday sophistication in these exquisite drop earrings, crafted in luminous 14K white gold. Each earring features a richly hued, oval-cut blue sapphire—tota...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Maurice Fine Jewelry - Multi-Shape Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These 18k white gold drop earrings feature a stunning mosaic of prong-set diamonds totaling 6.32 carats. The design incorporates a blend of different diamond shapes, each chosen to m...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald, Onyx and Bead ‘Panthère’ Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx and Yellow Gold Bead ‘Panthère’ Earrings, Cartier. Cartier’s first use of the panther motif was a 1914 watch with diamonds and onyx set in platinum. The panth...
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20th Century French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coral Floral Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage 1940s natural salmon color carved corals earrings in 18k yellow gold setting coral diameter 15mm each stone earrings lenght 2cm
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1940s Vintage Drop Earrings

Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 14k Gold 3.48 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Emerald and Diamond Earrings set in 14k white Gold with 3.48 TCW Certified $7,950 310551 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!Thes...
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mesh Drop Earrings
Located in Darien, CT
18k Gold Mesh Earrings Length 1.5 ER817
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Amethyst 14K Gold Diamonds Fossil Siberian Mammouth Bone Plain Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tops are 2 round Amethyst buttons,then 2 full cut round diamonds and 2 oval faceted Amethysts set with White Gold are holding 2 big flat Fossil Mammouth plain drops. In 1978 our wo...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold

Antique Style Old Mine Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: 4 Diamonds Cut: Old Mine Cut Weight: 2.50 Carat Color: K-L Clarity: SI Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Era: Modern Circa: 2020s in The Style of Antique Hallmarks: Stone Weight E...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spessartite Garnet, Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Earrings, 18K Gold, Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This simple yet exquisite pair of Spessartite Garnet and Pink Tourmaline Earrings by Austy Lee is a must-have! This timeless piece is suitable for daily wear...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artist Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Earrings Moonstone, Sunstone and Spinel
Located in Vannes, FR
Earrings Moonstone, Sunstone and Spinel Discover the enchanting beauty of these moonstone, sunstone, and spinel earrings, measuring 5 cm in length. The delicate combination of moons...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Earrings

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Moonstone, Spinel, 18k Gold

1950's California Pottery Lime Motif Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Fun California Pottery Lime motif earrings from the 1950's. Hand made with vibrant limes hanging from deep green leaf pottery ear clips. 1950's USA. Clip back fittings. 2.5" x 1".
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

10k Gold, 15k Gold, Gilt Metal

Diamond and Jade Earrings Crafted in 9k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond and Jade Earrings Crafted in 9k Yellow Gold Introducing an exquisite pair of earrings that exude elegance and sophistication. These earrings are meticulously crafted in 9k y...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings White gold earrings set with round cut diamonds and two pear shape emeralds. Total Approximate Diamond Weight: 3.10 ct Total Approximate Emerald ...
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20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

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

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ginkgo Earrings
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ginkgo leaf earrings. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special de...
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2010s Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.69 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline White & Pink Diamond Halo Charm Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hoop earrings with removable charms handmade in Belgium by jewelry artist Joke Quick, in solid 18K white, Yellow and Rose gold and handmade the traditional way ( no casting or printi...
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2010s Belgian Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Ros...

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Hinge Earrings
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18k Gold Pink Tourmaline Hinge Earrings sparkle in a classic bezel setting with a decorative hinge featuring French ear wires. Matte finished. Pink Tourmalines 2...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

5.30ct Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.30ct Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings Total Natural Oval Emeralds Weight: Approx. 3.90 Carats Emerald Measures: Approx. 9 x 7 mm Total Natural Round ...
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Larimar Brilliant Earrings White Gold Cloudy Sky from the Dominican Republic
Located in Viena, Viena
Caribbean feeling for a good mood Larimar teardrops in the size 22 x 12 mm, high-quality refined with XXL hooks in 750 white gold, set with brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 0.13 ...
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2010s Dominican Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Larimar, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Crown Radiance】Aurora Radiance 14mm South Sea Pearl & Diamond Pavé Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Experience opulence with these glamorous Aurora South Sea Pearl Earrings, featuring 1 carat of dazzling white diamonds. The lustrous pearls are complemented by a unique diamond-encru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

French Artisan Bronze Heart Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming French Bronze Heart Earrings with rose bud tops from the 1980's. Handmade with clip back fittings in the Line Vautrin style. 2.5" x 1.5". 1980's France.
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Bronze

Bochic “Capri” Coral and Fancy Color Sapphire Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Coral and Fancy Color Sapphire Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Bochic “Capri” Coral and Fancy Color Sapphire Earrings Drop earrings The coral is presses salmon co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Drop Earrings

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Coral, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold Pla...

Vintage Mughal Cabochon Door Knocker Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Pair of Vintage Cabochon Drop Earrings inspired by Mughal design. Juicy ruby glass cabochons and the sumptuous gold metal result in a winning combination of opulence. A glamorous f...
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

Antique Victorian Day to Night Coral Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
These Victorian day-to-night earrings swing and sway with a detachable coral tops that gracefully suspend a larger coral drop. These lovely ladies measure 1.5" long. C1880 Weight: 6...
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1880s Antique Drop Earrings

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Coral, Rose Gold

“Capri” Blue Opal, Sapphire & South Sea Pear Earrings Set in 22k & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Fire Opal, Sapphire & South Sea Pear Earrings Set In 22K & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Opals - 10 carats N...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

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Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Opal, Silver, Go...

Rose Quartz Amethyste Earrings pink Inspiration detachable Danglers Earring Mix
Located in Viena, Viena
exquisite gemstones with great color combinations, inspired by Ole Lynggard who design great ear jewelry, pink rose quartz pampels in beautiful quality total ca. 37.25 ct, AAA, in ad...
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2010s African Modern Drop Earrings

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Quartz, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 2.50 Carat Tanzanite Diamond Plat Earrings "Snowflake Collection"
Located in Dallas, TX
One pair of Tiffany & Co. Tanzanite and Diamond earrings from the "Snowflake Collection". Both earrings support a total of 10 bezel set round diamonds resembling a snowflake design,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Sterling Silver Pink and White Zircon Drop Earrings for Engagement Gift for Her
Located in New York, NY
Pink and White Zircon Drop Earrings in sterling silver. You shall need dangle drop earrings to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic zirconia stones, re...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bright, Opal 'High-Grade' Inlay, Tear-Drop, Dangle Earrings, 14kt Gold by Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
High Grade Opal Inlay, Tear-Drop, Dangle Earrings, 14kt Gold, Small, 1" All designs may be custom-ordered in many of Kabana’s stones, including: sleeping beauty turquoise, turquoise...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Summer In Greece Clip Earrings by Gripoix Paris
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Summer in Greece Long Clip Drop Earrings Materials : poured glass, gold (24k) plated brass Size : 7,5 X 3,5cm Colour : As the photo Handmade in our Parisian workshop Gripoix je...
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2010s French Artist Drop Earrings

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Naples, 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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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nina Zhou Pear Blue Moonstone Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Delve into the captivating elegance of Nina Zhou's Pear Blue Moonstone Line Drop Earrings, masterfully crafted in gleaming 14k yellow gold. These exquisite earrings showcase pear-sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold

Trillion Peridot and Turquoise Drop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The cool hue of turquoise complements lucid shades of green in peridot for these drop earrings. A flickering glow from a trilliant cut peridot begins the design, followed by a round ...
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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Garrards Fire Opal, Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings and Negligee Pendant Set
Located in London, GB
A Garrards fire opal and diamond drop earrings and negligee pendant set. The earrings have old European-cut diamond tops, in rub over settings, with four articulating, graduating row...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.00 Carat Cushion Shape Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Massafra, IT
An exquisite Diamonds earrings, in modern design, so elegant and refined style. Drenched in white gold, illuminated by white diamonds. A masterpiece of light and love, where brillia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Fall Glittering 14K Yellow Gold Drops Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in a stunning blend of 14K yellow and white gold, the Diamond Fall Glittering 14K Yellow Gold Drops Earrings feature a captivating design. Natural baguette diamonds (FCD 0.42...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

New Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small 18k Yellow Gold Earrings & 3 colour puzzles
Located in Bilbao, ES
NEW Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small 18 Karat yellow Gold Earrings & 3 colour puzzles gold yellow effect and black and white ceramic Production Time 4 weeks Also available in Rose & W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gilt & Red Enamel Oversized Door Knocker Earrings by Ciner, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 2" tall - Gold plated - Red enamel - Crystal rhinestone accents - Clip on earring backs - By Ciner (signed on clips & verso) - Circa 198...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Earrings

Golden Cascade 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pear Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Make a statement of timeless elegance with our Golden Cascade Pear Diamond Drop Earrings. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, these luxurious drop earrings feature a graceful...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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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