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Drop Earrings For Sale
Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
These elegant earrings by Yoko London feature lustrous Freshwater pearls beneath hypnotic diamond circles. These unique earrings have been handcrafted by experts in our London worksh...
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2010s British Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sky Blue Topaz and Diamond Drop Earrings, Art Deco in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These elegant drop earrings feature faceted octagon-cut sky blue topaz stones framed by a halo of round sky blue topaz, adding layered depth and tonal brilliance. Above the halo, a s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.9 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 1.00ct total weight Cut: Old European brilliant and Old ...
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Early 20th Century Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sky Blue Topaz Heart Drop Earrings, 10x8MM Ovals in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These sky blue topaz drop earrings in 14K white gold blend graceful curves with bright, airy color. Each earring features a faceted oval-cut topaz at the base, cradled in a sculptura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pearl and Citrine Briolette Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our Art Deco-inspired 14 karat yellow gold earrings, a luxurious and captivating piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication. The earrings feature a stunning...
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Early 2000s Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

0.65 Carat Emerald and 1.42 Carat Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 0.65 carat emerald and 1.42 carat diamond, platinum and 18 karat white gold set drop earrings; an addition to our diverse antique jewe...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1970s Pearl, Peridot, & Tourmaline Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Mabe Pearls, Cabochon Peridots, and Round cut Pink Tourmalines. Circa 1970s 2 1/4 x 1 inches
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1970s Vintage Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

South Sea Golden Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.57 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold drop earrings featuring two Golden South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 mm with 56 round brilliants 0.57 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Tahitian, ...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver & Rock Crystal Bomb Drop Earrings 1900s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of fabulous Antique rock crystal bomb drop earrings. Inspired by the quintessential Victorian bomb drop earring these beauties span the turn of the century and with their cont...
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Early 1900s Antique Drop Earrings

hanamizuki bouquet earring / vintage jewelry , vintage beads, vintage earring
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, 1970s metal parts size:length 4cm Although the earrings are a little long, they do not look so big when you wear them because they are made of gold that blends well...
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2010s Japanese Artisan Drop Earrings

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Brass

Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A Muzo emerald is an exclusive variety of emerald sourced from the emerald mine of the same name in Colombia, which is arguably the leading producer of excellent quality emerald gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Amethyst Pearl White Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
These Stud Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.16 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.90 Carats of Emeralds. These Earrings have 1.8...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond...

Platinum 1960s Diamond Amethyst Earrings
Located in New York, NY
They lay in a velvet-lined drawer, untouched by time, yet whispering stories of elegance. Two amethysts, deep and mysterious, like twilight skies captured in stone. The kind of purpl...
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1960s Vintage Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Carved Coral Earrings Dangle 14K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous vintage pair of earrings is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with genuine Salmon corals and diamonds. The carved pear shaped coral on the bottom measures 25mm. ...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Tsavorite and Diamond Triple Sphere Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Italian Tsavorite and Diamond Triple Sphere Earrings 18K Gold · 16.00 cts Tsavorites · 0.60 cts Diamonds · 36.6g · 2 Inches Not everything precious has to be quiet. From the atelie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

Keiko Mita 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Freshwater Coin Pearl Halo Earrings
Located in Washington, DC
These unique Halo Earrings from contemporary jewelry artist Keiko Mita are handmade from 18 Karat Yellow Gold and feature 11 mm round Freshwater Coin Pearls. The playful designer ear...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Phosphosiderite and Faceted Amethyst 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant earrings have 2 faceted rectangular Natural Amethysts set in yellow gold at the top to which are suspended 2 Phosphosiderite round drops size 12 x 22 mm In...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

Hermes Finesse Earrings in 18k Rose Gold & Diamonds
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful earrings crafted in 18k rose gold set with diamonds by famed designer Hermes. From the Finnese collection, a Hermès icon, the signature toggle clasp becomes a motif with t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Earrings in Smoky Quartz, Black Agate Adorned with 0.32 Carat Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
Earrings in Smoky Quartz, Black Agate Adorned with 0.32 Carat Diamonds Indulge in the allure of these enchanting earrings crafted with smoky quartz and black agate stones. Each earr...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Earrings

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Agate, Diamond, Quartz, 18k 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

Diamond Drop Earrings with Multi-Color Gemstones
Located in New York, NY
A chic pair of round brilliant-cut diamond and 18 karat yellow gold earrings with removable drops, embellished with round rubies, emeralds and sapphires. Length approximately 1.25 in...
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Earrings Set in Yellow Gold
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Vintage Earrings set in Yellow Gold with: - 2 Princess Cut Rubies weighing 0,60 ct; - 2 Oval Cut Rubies weighing 1,10 ct; - 60 Round Cut Diamonds weighing 1,48 ct. Stamped by ...
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20th Century Portuguese Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Peridot and Pearl Vintage Style Forget Me Not Drop Earrings in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your look with these filigree earrings by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique design gold earrings equate to delicacy and light openwork, while maintai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Diamonds 0.70 ct approxx These exquisite Candy Blue Topaz and Moon Quartz Earrings are a celestial delight, crafted with care and attention to detail from luxuriou...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Semi Round German Beads Disco Earrings
Located in Monrovia, CA
This is a listing of a pair of earrings. Each earring consist of 1 semi-round translucent blue German vintage glass beads that are first plated with platinum and then plated with 24K...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

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

Natural Ruby Oval Cabochons Black Onyx Carved Drops 14 Karat Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple Chic Earrings with top part made of 2 Natural Ruby Oval Cabochons set in 14 Kt yellow from which are attached 2 Black Onix engraved round drops In 1978 our workshop started ...
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

de GRISOGONO Pink Gold Amethyst Earrings
Located in New York, NY
de GRISOGONO Pink Gold Amethyst Earrings Pink Gold 32.00 Grams 16 Amethysts 23.50 Ct 230 White Diamonds 4.05 Ct
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2010s Drop Earrings

Bulgari Bvlgari Lucea Diamond Long White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Lucea Long Drop Earrings by Bulgari. 72 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1clarity, G color total weight approximately 1.83ct ******* These earrings are made for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold

1900 Victorian 18k Gold over Silver Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
These absolutely knockout earrings are from the Victorian Era and feature a staggering 14 carats of old mine-cut diamonds in silver over gold starburst-shaped earrings. The top of th...
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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Handcrafted 14k Yellow Gold Drop Blue Topaz Color Stone Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished Drop Earrings, Centered with a 10mm 8.5CT Round Checkerboard-Cut Semi-Precious Blue Topaz Color Stone, Accented with 0.03 Carats of ...
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2010s Drop Earrings

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Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings White Gold Hoop Design by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two oval shape South Sea pearls of 15.5 x 13.5mm originating from the waters of Northwestern Australia. The untreated pearls are...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

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

Jade Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
A stunning pair of vintage-style dangling earrings, expertly handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 silver, enriched with fine materials and exquisite detailing. These earrings ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

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Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Double Ceylon Moonstone Hinged Earrings
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18K Gold Double Ceylon Moonstone Hinged Earrings These bold and beautiful 18k Gold double Ceylon Moonstone Bezel Earrings make quite a statement. The matte gold enhances the moonstones...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Moonstone, 18k Gold

2.69 Carat Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful drop earrings are set with 2.69 carats of rose cut diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Colombian Emerald Dangle Earrings Gold
Located in US
Ships 4 weeks from the date of order placement. A pair of one-of-a-kind dangle 14k yellow gold earrings set with a gorgeous approx. 10.00 carats assortment of natural Colombian emer...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Emerald, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Emerald South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Flower Design by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald and South Sea pearl earrings feature a flower design on the ear with 4.80 carats of oval shape faceted Zambian emeralds of brilliant crystalline color and texture. The to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

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

Bochic “Orient” Coral, Jade, Lapis set in 22K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Coral, Jade, Lapis set in 22K Gold & Silver Salmon pressed Coral Carved green Jade Lapis lazuli carved oval shape Set in 22K Gold and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Jade, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Beauvince Yellow Cushion Diamond Dangle Halo Earrings 3.67 ct Diamonds in Gold
Located in New York, NY
These contemporary Yellow Diamond earrings make a bold and daring statement regardless of time and place. Center Diamond Shape: Cushion Center Diamond Weight: 1.51 ct + 1.51 ct D...
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Taper Baguette Round Diamond Drop Shape Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with these breathtaking Taper Baguette Round Diamond Drop Shape Earrings, meticulously crafted from 18 Karat White Gold. The artful arrangement of the...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat and Lavender Moonstone Hexagon Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rose cut Lavender Moonstones are luminous when set in this classical geometric pattern. The large drop hangs off of a graceful sculptural ear wire....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Moonstone, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Black Spinel and Emerald Mogul Drop Chain Earrings
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Black Spinel Drops 20 carats approx. Emerald cabochons 0.50 carat approx. Diamonds 0.10 carat approx. 18kyg butterfly backs Composed of luxurious 18...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Spinel, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold with Emerald Root and White Diamond Earrings
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Emeralds are known to be calming and balancing, promoting creativity and eloquence and restoring faith and hope. The are believed to bring good fortune and are used to kindle kindnes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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...

GIA Certified 4.56 Carat Ruby Round Diamond Halo Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing ovals are among the most desirable ruby cuts but are very rare because they yield the lowest carat weight from the rough. The color is a vibrant true red hue. The color is an...
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

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

14k White Gold Diamond Drop Prong Dangle Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of dangle earrings made of 14k white gold with a beautiful flower design. The earrings feature a round natural diamond with a total carat weight of 1.05, set in prongs for a secure hold. The white color of the diamond matches the color of the metal, creating a seamless and elegant look. These earrings are perfect for any occasion and will make a great addition to any jewelry collection. 14k White Gold Diamond Drop Prong Dangle Flower...
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2010s Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold

14x10mm, 10cts - Peach Morganite Earrings w Natural Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Dripping elegance—these 10.03ct pear-shaped Peach morganite dangle earrings dazzle with a halo of earth-mined diamonds in solid 14k white gold. Finished with lever backs for graceful...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Colour & White Diamonds "Chandelier" Earring in 18K Yellow and White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
La Galerie des Glaces, also known as the Hall of Mirrors, is one of the most dazzling rooms at the Chateau of Versailles. With a modern twist, this 3-in-1 transformer set is influen...
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Drop Earrings

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

1.18ctw Green Tsavorite Garnet Diamond J-Hook Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Tsavorite Garnets - Total Carats - 1ctw Cut - Squares Color - Green - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.18ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - I ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Natural Turquoise Onyx 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, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22k Gold Hindu Pendant Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
A charming pair of 22K gold Hindu pendants converted to earrings. The delicate hand tooling depicts the folklore of the 7 sisters and the protective bro...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Drop Earrings

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22k Gold

Citrine Amethyst Fly Insect Earrings Victorian Antique Gold Pearl
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful pair of rare antique Fly Insect Earrings in Gold with gorgeous Citrine and Amethyst gems with Pearl accents. The Victorian - Edwardian jewels are beautifully made with an oval faceted Amethyst and oval faceted Citrine making up the bodies of the flies. The flies are further adorned with lovely seed pearls. The earrings are 9 Karat Gold. This whimsical pair dance delightfully from the ears. The Victorians adored their insect jewels...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Opal, Amazonite and Diamond Earring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisitely detailed 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mismatched Pair of Earrings, set with 9.95 Cts .Cab Fancy Shape Amazonite and 7.56 Cts of Fancy Cut Pink Opal accented with mic...
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2010s Indian Drop Earrings

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Amazonite, Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Abalone Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Abalone shell 6.3 cts approx Diamonds 0.13 ct approx Limited edition Adorn yourself with the luxe beauty of these exquisite Candy Blue Topaz & Diamon...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
Discover the timeless elegance of these refined 14K yellow gold earrings, featuring a stunning oval-shaped black onyx plate and a delicate raised star motif. The natural onyx, with ...
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1960s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Earrings

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Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Taper Baguette Round Diamond Drop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This earrings feature 0.35 carat of tapered diamonds and assented with 0.53 carat of round diamonds. Earrings are set in 14 karat yellow gold. Taper Baguette Diamonds 0.35 carat Rou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Antique French 18K Gold & Coral Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of French pendant or chandelier earrings. In 18 karat yellow gold. Each with one pear shaped, one round, and one button shaped coral bead. With an antiqued, unpolished...
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20th Century French Edwardian Drop Earrings

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Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond and Coral Art Deco Style Dangle Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Art Deco-style chandelier earrings featuring intricate diamond detailing and three cascading coral drop shapes. The diamonds are arranged in a geometric, symmetrical pattern...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow 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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