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Tanzanite and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold, 2.94 Carats Total
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beautiful drop earrings are set with 7mm round tanzanite that have extraordinary color and brilliance! Weighing a total of 2.94 carats these gems are quite impressive! They hav...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Gold and Tahitian Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elsa Peretti has always proven less is more. Rich Tahitian pearls are suspended below elegant geometric loops. 1 1/4 inches in length The pearls are10.6mm each.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Black Pave Diamond Paradizia Earrings
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Black pave diamonds set in a unique slight twist leaf shape, framed with pave diamonds. Item #E3314 Materials and Weight Black diamonds, 6.6 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

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Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Hammerman Bros. Ribbed Gold Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Hammerman Bros. ribbed gold articulated hoop earrings in 18k gold. Heavy in weight but well distributed with sturdy earclips, 1980's USA. 37.7 dwt. Very...
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1980s American Vintage Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Opal, Ruby & White Topaz Drop & 22k Pink Gold and Silver
Located in New York, NY
Opal. Ruby & White Topaz Candy Earrings, Silver & 22k Pink Gold Natural Opal 6 carats Color white, blue, silver Natural Ruby Shape - pear shape 12 carats White Topaz Shape - r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

Vintage Estate Platinum, Diamond and South Sea Pearl Art Deco Style Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These elegant earrings are designed in an art deco style using the combination of rectangular, round , and triangle for the diamonds setting. The earrings measure 2" long with 16 x 1...
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1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

21.7 Carat Multi Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Raindrop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These rainbow multi sapphire earrings are handmade in 14 Karat gold. It is beautifully detailed with 21.7 carat multi sapphires and .25 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

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

Brilliant Diamond + Emerald Yellow Gold Spiral Drop Earrings, Fern Freeman 2024
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Spiral Drop Earrings hand-fabricated in high-polished 18k yellow gold by jewelry designer Fern Freeman showcasing 1.54 total carats of round brilliant-cut F/vs1 white d...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Earrings in white gold set with diamonds, tourmaline, topaze, morganite, pearls
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This beautiful pair of earrings can be wear in 7 possible combinations. The upper part in white gold set with pear and marquise cut diamonds (approx. 6 carats) can stand alone. The ...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Morganite, Pearl, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, White Gold, Gold, 18k...

Michael Kneebone Apatite Zircon Topaz Sapphire Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
A blending of blue shades define these sophisticated dangle earrings. Trillion shaped apatite (origin: Myanmar) are electric in their colors and are well cut and faceted. Complimen...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Zircon, Apatite, 18k Gold

Vera Belleza's Pear shaped Rose cut diamond hoops 18k gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pear shaped rose cut diamond hoops are the epitome of understated luxury and timeless elegance. Each hoop features a collection of meticulously pierced rose cut diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Rhodolite, Purple Amethyst and Spinel 3 Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Our 3 Drop Rhodolite, Purple Amethyst and Spinel Drop Earrings are out of this world! A really wonderful combination of gemstones that encapsulates the Pink and Purple hues of the Au...
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2010s English Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Spinel, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil

Chanel Maison Gripoix Romantic Flower Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Maison Gripoix romantic flower ear clips of sapphire and pale emerald poured glass enamel. Set in gilt bronze with handmade Gripoix glass teard...
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1990s French Romantic Drop Earrings

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Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Natural GIA Blue Sapphire Diamond Pear Drop Platinum Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These stunning natural blue sapphire and diamond drop earrings are hand crafted in solid platinum. weighing 10 grams and measuring 24mm long x 11mm wide. Exposing a pair of prong-set...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

19.03 Carats Green Agate Chalcedony Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Green Agate and Chalcedony Drop earrings with Diamonds Set in 14K Yellow Gold 19.03Ct of Green Agate 2.12Ct of Chalcedony 0.11Ct of Diamonds The earrings measure 1.5" x 0.50". The e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Chalcedony, Agate, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

David Webb, 18K Gold Turquoise Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These stunning earrings by David Webb are a perfect blend of elegance and vibrancy. Crafted in 18K gold, they feature a striking combination of turquoise stones, each measuring 21.3 ...
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Engraved Rock Crystal Enamel Ruby Gold Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
The tops are 2 Ruby Oval cabs ,middle parts are composed of 2 small round Ruby cabochons and 2 white gold elements with 12 round full cut diamonds and Black Enamel ,in the bottom pa...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Elegant 14k Yellow Gold Lavender Jade w/ Marquise Amethyst Halo Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (2) Natural Genuine Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Lavender Color - 10x8.1mm (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Amethysts - Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Purple Color - 5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a pair of vintage aquamarine and diamond stud earrings. Each earring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and plays host to an emerald cut aquamarine with three diamonds set a...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Slice Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These natural fancy slice diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 10.44 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, 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

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

Sunita Nahata Blue Sapphire 2.38ct. Earrings in 18KWG with Diamond.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegant and timeless, these exquisite earrings feature a cascading teardrop design adorned with shimmering blue sapphires set in 18K white gold. The top showcases a geometric diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pair of Hector Aguilar Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Screwback Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed Mexican sterling silver earrings. Designed by Hector Aguilar for Talla Borda. With screw back closures. Simpl...
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20th Century Mexican Modern Drop Earrings

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Sterling Silver

Cartier Tubogas 18K Gold Tri-Color Link Hoop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Tri-Color Tubogas Link Hoop Earrings from Cartier. Made in solid 18K Gold, with highly polished white, rose & yellow gold omega-shaped wide Links. Secured by an omega clip-on closu...
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1990s French Drop Earrings

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18k Gold

Pink Opal Amethyst Full Cut Round Diamonds White Gold Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tops are 2 Pink Opal round cabochon,then 2 oval faceted Amethyst and full cut round Diamonds set in White Gold are holding 2 Pink Opal round Drops. In 1978 our workshop started in I...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bakelite necklace with earrings
Located in Berlin, DE
Bakelite necklace with earrings Art Deco necklace with barrel shaped bakelite elements with matching earclips, beautiful example for the classical j...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k rose gold matte finishing dangle earrings with 8 light blue bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 12 carats. max width 16 mm height without l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rock Crystal Pebble & Pearl Drop Earrings In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Combining natural forms with contemporary design, these sterling silver earrings are adorned with rock crystal gemstones and white baroque pearls. Gemstone size - approx. 10 x 14mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Blue Chalcedony, Pink Opal and Diamond Studded Earring 10 Karat White Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisitely detailed 10 Karat White Gold Earrings, adorned with Cabochon Fancy Cut 13.05 Cts. Blue Chalcedony & 1.85 cts Cushion Pink Opal with micro pave set Diamonds we...
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2010s Indian Drop Earrings

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold

Pair of Parrot Earrings by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of parrot earrings by Ilgiz F, each earring with a champlevé enamelled parrot suspended by a plique-a-jour and diamond-set arch with four diamon...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

David Yurman Sterling Silver Petite Heart Pave Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Sterling Silver 925 Earring shape Heart Main stone Diamond Weight 2.6gr Total Diamonds Pave Setting estimated 0.03ct-0.08cts Condition New, never worn Comes with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Purple Amethyst Earrings Set in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Cascading Red Ruby & Purple Amethyst Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Cabochons - 30.28 Carats Natural Purple Amethyst - 16.74 Carats Red Rodorite...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold

Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
These refined earrings are crafted in 14-karat yellow gold and feature elegant coral carvings that exemplify craftsmanship and classic charm. Each earring showcases detailed floral m...
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1990s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

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Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2401E Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
The earrings are light weight and are made to rotate and reposition with movement. The earrings consist of black diamond and burgundy long teardrop shaped beads. They are new old sto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

Dubini Constantine Roman Ancient Bronze Coin Peridot Citrine 18K Gold Earrings
Located in London, GB
These Dubini coin earrings from the 'Empires' collection feature authentic Roman Imperial bronze coins set in 18K yellow gold with peridot, citrine and rho...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Drop Earrings

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Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, 18k Gold, Bronze

27.38 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald and Yellow Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A unique and large pair of earrings showcasing sugarloaf cabochon emeralds, surrounded by micro-pave set yellow diamonds in 18k yellow gold. Emeralds weigh 27.38 carats total. Yello...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Peacock Stud Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Charming vintage-style peacock stud earrings with a regal flair. Feature a square-cut natural amethyst at the center for a bold touch. Intricate design captures the elegance of a pea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Blue Sapphire & Pearl Earrings set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Blue Sapphire & Pearl Earrings set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Natural Blue Sapphires - 4 carats South Sea White Baroque Pearls The earrings from the "Orient" tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Fei Liu Dragon, Agate and Synthetic Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Pendant and Earring Set
Located in Birmingham, GB
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with our Dragon 14ct Gold Pendant and Earring Set, each featuring a black agate disc that serves as the perfect canv...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Agate, Ruby, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu Dragon, Agate and Synth. Ruby Gold-Plated 925 Silver Pendant and Earring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with our Dragon Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Pendant and Earring Set, each featuring a black agate disc that serves as the perfect canvas for a stunni...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Agate, Ruby, Other, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 0.37 Carats 11-12 MM 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 11-12 MM and 42 round brilliants weighing 0.37 Carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Available in white & rose gol...
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

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

18k White Gold Diamond and Pear Shaped Ruby Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Add a pop of color to any outfit with these elegant 18k White Gold Diamond and Pear Shaped Ruby Earrings. These stunning earrings feature 1.56 carats of sparkling diamonds and 1.42 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

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

Diamond Golden Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Modern Drop Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These 14-karat yellow gold earrings showcase a luxurious design featuring radiant golden pearls and shimmering diamonds. Each earring is adorned with a 13 mm golden pearl, elegantly ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s David Webb Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k gold with Cabochon Emeralds weighing a total of approximately 18.00 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 8.00 carats. Signe...
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1970s Vintage Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Bezel Set Pear Yellow Sapphires Rubies Diamonds 14 Karat Gold 0.80 Inch Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exquisite pair of handcrafted drop earrings, a true testament to luxury and sophistication. Meticulously crafted from 14 Karat Yellow Gold, these elegant earrings feat...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Simple antique elegance, made of 18K yellow gold. Floral inspired with hand painted black enamel accents and natural freshwater pearl centers, this ha...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Drop Earrings

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 K White Gold Hook Drop South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Pure simplicity these lovely 18 K whitel gold drop South Sea Pearls earrings. The pearls measure 13 mm in diameter and have a nice lustre. Also available in 18 K rose Gold. Masterfu...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Steven Battelle 2.4 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two shimmering 6 x 9 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons are surrounded by rich and contrasting 22K gold "pasir jawan" granulation below similarly ornamented oval posts in thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 22k Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite pair of antique diamond drop earrings from the Victorian period. Each earring features an array of chunky old mine cut diamonds set in silver and backed in ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18k White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate any outfit with these stunning 18k White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Earrings. With a total weight of 0.81 carats of diamonds and 13.26 carats of sapphires, these earrings will...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

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

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold Earrings suspending two clusters of blue sapphire briolette cut drops weighing 3.50 carats in total. Alex Jo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red + Pink Tourmaline One of a Kind Gold Yin Yang Drop Earrings, Lola Brooks
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Yin Yang Dangle Drop Earrings by renowned jewelry maker Lola Brooks hand-fabricated in matte-finished 18k yellow gold featuring gorgeous pairs of shimmering rose-cut red and pink tourmaline, individually bezel-set opposite one another and finished on the artist's signature accented 18k yellow gold ear wires. Stamped and Hallmarked. About the Maker - Lola Brooks studied fashion at Pratt Institute where she instantly fell in love with the art of metalsmithing. Earning her BFA from the prestigious State University of New York New Paltz...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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 Drop Earrings

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

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Topaz & Multi Fancy Gem Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Topaz & Multi Fancy Gem Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Emeralds - 1 carat Natural Ruby - 1 carat Natural multi color sapphires - 1 carats Natura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Anglo-Indian Drop Earrings

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Angela Cummings 1980s Mother-Of-Pearl 18 Karat Gold Scroll Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as overlapping scrolling 'C' forms Inlaid with mother-of-pearl throughout Opaque white with strong iridescence With high polished gold finish Complete by hinged omega back...
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

【Sculpted Geometry】Infinity AAAA Tahitian Pearl Gala Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These elegant earrings feature platinum-grey Tahitian pearls with a mesmerizing luster, gracefully suspended from diamond-encrusted infinity-shaped hoops crafted in 18K white gold. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

【Caelmare】Azure Bloom Convertible Turquoise & South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Like sunlit blossoms over a glistening sea, these convertible earrings feature vivid turquoise centers framed by radiant diamond petals. Detachable South Sea pearls transform the des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

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