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Drop Earrings For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 1900s
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Box is not included. Acid tested to be 18k real gold....
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1990s European Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

White gold earrings with corals and 1.00ct diamonds
Located in Chorzów, PL
Hanging earrings made of 0.750 white gold decorated with old-cut diamonds and corals. Origin: Italy, mid-20th century 2 "old" brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.90ct (color F, clari...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamonds Emerald Pearl Yellow Gold Stud 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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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Cameo Earrings #16669
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cameo Earrings with French Backs - These exquisite cameo earrings allow you to venture into a world of vintage jewelry. Siz...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Filigree Earrings with Tourmaline
Located in Athens, GR
Classic Greek earrings set in 18k yellow gold with tourmalines gemstones. The filigree and granulation decoration adds an intricate and elegant touch t...
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Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chinese Gold & Jade 'Good Fortune' (福) Drop/Dangle Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Chinese gold & jade earrings. In 14k yellow gold and green jade (nephrite). From "new" old stock from a jewelry store that closed in the 1970s. Each consisting of a...
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20th Century Chinese Drop Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Large Coiled Rope Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Large Coiled Rope Earrings by Tiffany & Co. These earrings are made for pierced ears. Details: Weight: 20.1 grams Measur...
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1980s American Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

JACKY DE G Paris Oversized Drop Earrings, Vintage from 1980s
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
JACKY DE G PARIS Oversized Drop clip on Earrings, gold tone resin and AB rhinestones and white pearls, Vintage from the 1980s. Signed Jacky de G Made in France at back of each drop....
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1980s European Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Stud 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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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold and Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Very Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Sapphire Gold and Diamond Detachable Earrings. The Sapphires are approximately 19 carats with approximately 4.5 carats of Diamonds. ...
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20th Century French Drop Earrings

Diamond Earrings 18K Gold Platinum Dangle 2.84 TDW
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Earrings 18K Gold Platinum Dangle 2.84 TDW These gorgeous earrings are crafted in solid 18K Yellow gold and Platinum. The gold is carefully tested and guaranteed. There is a...
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Star Earrings #16677
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Star Earrings circa 1980's These abstract gold star earrings by Tiffany & Co. are set in 18K yellow gold Earrings are approx. 17 mm in diame...
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.. Total weight 12.7 grams.. Dimention is diamond totally 0.90 carat.. Clearity is diamond G color and s1-s2.. Box is not included. Please contact for any quest...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good conditions. Total weight is 8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.90 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.25 carat. Box is not included. Plea...
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1990s European Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Edwardian Sweet 2.50 Ct Diamond 7.2 mm. Pearl Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
The Classy Must! These gorgeous and timeless antique earrings are Edwardian period They have been hand crafted of solid 18 KT and Platinum – designed in the most elegant cluster desi...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Lever-Back 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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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.42 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 1.42 carat diamond, platinum and 15 karat yellow gold drop earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. These fine and impressive antique drop earrings have been crafted in platinum. Each earring is embellished with a suspended cluster design, ornamented to the center with an impressive feature bezel set 0.45Ct and 0.51Ct Old European round cut diamond. The cluster settings are each embellished with a further eight pavé set Dutch cut diamonds...
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1920s Unknown Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Old earrings with diamonds and natural rubies, Russia, early XX century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage earrings with natural rubies and diamonds, from Russia from the XX century. Two rubies with a total weight of 2.40ct in an oval facet cut. Red, vivid color. No signs of heat...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Russian Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Bowtie Hinged Earrings #16591
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Hinged Bowtie Earrings - These adorable earrings are meticulously crafted in 14K yellow gold. Size: 46.63mm X 5.61mm Approx. 1 3/4" in length Weight: 6...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Garnet Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
These are a pair of vintage garnet earrings. Each earring plays host to a large central brilliant cut garnet and surrounded by a cluster of eight garnet...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Edwardian Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Late Edwardian Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Drop Earrings. Featuring two old mine cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.00 carat, graded colorless, SI1-SI2 cla...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.7 grams. Totally is Brilliant Cut diamond 0.60 carat. Totally is rose cut diamond 1.30 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1. Plea...
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1990s Turkish Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.5 Carats Old Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
Elegant Victorian charm meets dazzling brilliance in these diamond cluster earrings. With a total of 1.5 carats in old cut diamonds, expertly handcrafted in 18k white and yellow gol...
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pair of Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings. Featuring two octagonal step cut emeralds with a total weight of approximately 2.00 carats. Accented by two round ...
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1950s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Marzo Sapphire And Diamond Drop Earrings, Circa 1930
By Marzo
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco sapphire and diamond drop earrings, by Marzo, with tops set with cabochon-cut sapphires, in rub over settings and watermelon cut Ceylon sapphire drops...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1980's Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Sterling Silver large Earrings No 369
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe Sterling Silver Earrings, No 369 for Georg Jensen, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1980's. Hanging double swirls spiral rare large model. Drop: ...
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1980s Danish Modernist Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Beauvince Grape Wine Ear Climbers / Falls (1.10 ct Diamonds) in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
These sweet earrings are meant to sit climbing the earlobe like a Grape Vine or like a emerging water fall depending on the mood of the wearer. Diamonds Shape: Round Side Diamonds ...
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20th Century Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Pair of Belle Époque French GIA 2.32 Carat Total Weight Old European Cut Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Belle Époque French GIA 2.32 Carat Total Weight Old European Cut Diamond 18k Rose Gold Platinum Drop Earrings. Featuring one GIA old European cut diamond of 1.16 carats, ...
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1910s Belle Époque Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Green Agate Yellow Gold Flowers 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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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Old-cut diamond earrings, 1.20ct, Scandinavia, first half of the 20th ce
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old classic earrings on hooks made of 18-carat white gold A beautiful, timeless, classic form of earrings Set with diamonds in the former brilliant cut "old" with a total weight of a...
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1930s Scandinavian Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Edwardian 4.07 Carats Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Antique Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as surmounts suspending round articulating drops centering old mine cut diamonds Prong set and weighing approximately 1.11 carats total - I color with SI1 clarity With add...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14ct Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
Vintage Diamond and Pearl drop earrings, in 14ct yellow gold. Circa 1980s 14ct yellow gold 4 stone Diamond and Cultured Pearl drop earrings. Each earring contains a wave style gold drop with post fitting with 1 round brilliant cut Diamond 4 claw set and 1 half drilled pearl...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Antique Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Antique Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Drop Earrings. Featuring two old European and 18 old mine cut diamonds with a total weight of 1.48 carats, graded I-J color, SI-I clarity. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with diamond weight engraved on the earring backs. Circa 1900. The earrings are ¾ inch in length. About this Item: Delight in the sweetness of yesteryears with our antique diamond cluster drop earrings...
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Early 1900s Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

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

1920s Dutch 2.35ct Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique Dutch 2.35 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and silver set cluster earrings; part of our diverse floral jewellery collections. The...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Large Door Knocker Style Earrings
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 14K yellow gold large diamond shape door knocker style earrings with textured finish. Measurements: Length: 1.5 inch Width: 1 1/8 inch Weight: 19.7 grams Marked 14K
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Late 20th Century American Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum 22.00cttw Diamond Chandelier Dangling Tassel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Embodying the epitome of luxury, the Platinum 22.00cttw Pendant Diamond 7 Row Tassel Earrings are a testament to the mastery of fine jewelry craftsmanship, offering a breathtaking fu...
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20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Lovely Diamond and Sapphire Bow-Earrings in Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Lucerne, CH
Traditionally considered as a symbol of love and affection, the bow motif first appeared in jewellery in the 17th century at the French royal court of Louis XIV. In an era when emotions were rarely expressed, wearing bow jewellery...
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20th Century European Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Pearl Earrings #13675
Located in Washington Depot, CT
These elegant earrings each feature one black pearl (8 mm) set in classic 14K yellow gold. Hinged kidney wire closures. Size: 17 mm x 8 mm Weight: 1.1 dwt. / 1.8 gr. Stamped: 1...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Long Diamond Citrine 18K Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Estate Diamond Citrine 18K Gold Three Drop Dangle Earrings Very Well made evening wear Art and Crafts Dressy Triangular 3 link drop Earrings crafted in 18K Yellow gold with Natural ...
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1990s Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.65 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.04 carat. Acid tested to be...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Deco Black Onyx, Crystal, Diamond & Tourmaline Earrings
Located in London, W1U 2JG
A pretty art deco inspired drop earring set on silver with 14kt gold push backs for the ears. Single cut diamonds (1.55 carat); Crystal & Tourmaline (18 carat); Black Onyx (0.80 car...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Silver

Contemporary Art Deco Style Diamonds and Quartz white Gold Earrings
Located in MADRID, ES
These stunning drop earrings are a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, they feature exquisite tear-shaped Quartz stones complemented by b...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, White Gold

Diamonds Earrings 18K White Gold Floral Dangle 1.68 TDW Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These gorgeous vintage earrings are crafted in solid 18K White Gold and set with natural diamonds. The bigger diamond on the bottom is .25 carat (VS2 clarity, H color). Seven diamond...
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Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Pearl Amethyst Earrings JAGi Certified #12457
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorgeous pair of yellow gold earrings featuring a 7 mm X 9 mm amethyst stone in the center surrounded by 16 pearls (on each earring). Omega back closures. Amethyst total weight: 7....
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 1950s Emerald and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous pair of retro emerald and diamond earrings. Both open frames showcase a cluster of round faceted old cut diamonds with a single natural emerald for company; e...
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1950s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Earrings #13289
Located in Washington Depot, CT
These elegant cameo earrings each feature a lovely lady in profile framed in 14K yellow gold. Push back closures. Size: 11 mm Weight: 1.2 dwt. / 1.9 gr. Tested 14K gold. Very ...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Passo Doppio Tri-tone 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted with finesse and sophistication, the Bvlgari Passo Doppio Tri-tone 18k Gold Earrings are a testament to timeless elegance. Designed as clip-on earrings, they offer both comfo...
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Exotic Urn Inspired Drop Earrings with Turquoise Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exotic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Urn Drop Earrings with Turquoise Accents. These ornate gold drop earrings artistically display in detail, miniature urn-shaped charms accented with dark ...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Acid tested to be 9k real gold. Totallyis diamond about 1.70 carat. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Box is ...
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Early 1900s Asian Late Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

GIA Certified 3.44 Total Carat Weight Platinum Antique Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Discover the elegance of yesteryears with our exclusive GIA-certified platinum antique earrings, boasting a total carat weight (TCW) of 3.44. These exquisite vintage pieces blend tim...
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20th Century Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Multi Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an scintillating pair of diamond cluster earrings. Each earring has been crafted from 18ct white gold with both pieces identically playing host to three layers of diamon...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Antique Cİrca 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.6 grams. Totally is diamond about 2 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s-Pique1 clarity. Antique original item about 110-12...
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Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Old gold earrings with diamonds and diamonds 0.45ct, Austria-Hungary, 1872-1922.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Delicate gold flower-shaped earrings made of 0.585 yellow gold. Origin: Austria-Hungary, preserved hallmark for 14-carat gold used in the years 1871-1922 Earrings studded with diam...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Chanel Golden Metal Earrings with Green Resin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal earrings with green resin and costume pearls representing amphoras. 2cc5 Collection. Additional information...
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1990s French Drop Earrings

GIA Emerald 18K Earrings Diamond Colombian Vintage Certified Natural VS 2.18 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...LUXURY. GIA CERTIFIED 2.18 CARAT COLUMBIAN EMERALDS & DIAMOND VINTAGE EARRINGS & BOX! 1.02 CARATS EXOTIC COLUMBIAN GREEN EMERALDS CROWNED WITH 1.16 CARATS OF SPARKLING DIAMONDS. ANTIQUE EARRINGS ARE SOLID HEAVY 18K GOLD. EMERALDS ARE TRANSPARENT. GIA CERTIFICATION PAPERWORK INCLUDED. NATURAL EMERALDS...STUNNING! GIA Prestigious Origin Report From Columbian. Undyed, Minor Oil Only. Investment Quality Gemstones. VALUABLE TRANSPARENT GREEN WITH THE DESIRABLE SLIGHT BLUISH TINGE. Still Perfectly Kept in Burgandy Leather Vintage Presentation Case with Green Velvet and Teal Silk. SIZE: HUGE Earrings are almost 1 inch Long X 1/2 inch wide (22.5 MM x 13 MM ) Won't be missed, sparkling from across the room.... From a Safe in Savannah, Georgia. GIA EMERALD DIAMOND CERTIFIED COLOMBIAN VINTAGE 18K EARRINGS...
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20th Century Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold

Retro 1950s 4.60 Carat Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptionally radiant pair of retro diamond earrings from the 1950s. Both open frames showcase graduating groups of round brilliant cut diamonds which hang freely bel...
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1950s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Button Earrings #14289
Located in Washington Depot, CT
These elegant button earrings are crafted in meticulously detailed 14K yellow gold. Push back closures. Size: 18 mm Weight: 4.3 gr./ 2.7 dwt. Stamped: 585 14K Very good con...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marcel Boucher Pave and Enamel Lantern Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Marcel Boucher Pave and Enamel Lantern Earrings from the 1960's. Beautiful design with clip back fittings. Collector quality. 3.5" x .75". ...
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1960s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Enamel, Gilt Metal

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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