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Drop Earrings For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 2000s
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

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

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

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

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

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Amethyst 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

Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold, Yel...

Cushion Cut Diamond Earrings Victorian Silver and Gold, Antique Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of Victorian silver and 14k gold earrings, featuring antique cushion cut diamonds. These dazzling gems are bezel set in silver, enforced with eight prongs. The yellow gold l...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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

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

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 Multi Cabochon Gemstone and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of vintage cluster earrings. Each piece showcases a trio of oval shaped cabochon gemstones at the centre including a rich red ruby, a bold blue sapphir...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald

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

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

Chanel Silvery Metal Earrings "Coco on the World", 2004
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) "Coco on the world" silvery metal earrings enameled with black and ornamented with costume pearls. 2004 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: ...
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Early 2000s French Drop Earrings

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

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

~16 Carat Cabochon Cut Burma Sapphire AGL Certified and Diamond 14K Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details: Item Type: Earrings Metal Type: 14K White Gold Weight: 15.54 grams Center Stone Details: Gemstone Type: Sapphire Origin: Burma Treatment: No Heat Certification: AGL ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Pair of Art Deco GIA 7.00 Carat Total Weight Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Earri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Art Deco GIA 7.00 Carat Total Weight Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Earrings. Featuring one GIA old mine cut diamond of 2.50 carats, accompanied by GIA #2235169127 stating...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

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

Giorgio Facchini Sculptural Kinetic Convertible earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural earrings designed by Giorgio Facchini (Pesaro 1947-). Gorgeous one of kind pair, of kinetic earrings, created by the Italian master jeweler, artist and sculptor, Giorgio ...
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1990s Italian Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

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

Christian Lacroix Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings with Resin, 1990s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with resin representing a large openwork sphere. Jewelry from the beginning of the 1990s. Additional information: ...
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1990s French Drop Earrings

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

Vintage Old Cut Diamond Two-Stone Earrings
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful pair of diamond earrings that date back to the 1950s. Each earring features a small and large old cut diamond that are illusion set in platinum to make them appea...
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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

Chanel Circular Openwork Golden Metal Earrings
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Circular openwork golden metal earrings. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 7 cm Seller Reference: BOB10
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

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

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

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

Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pair of drop earrings. Each vintage piece showcases a single sizeable pear shaped aquamarine which swings freely amidst a frame of round brilliant cut diamond...
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1980s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Old rosette earrings, Russia, mid-20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage 14-carat gold earrings with silver elements, green cabochon-cut tsavorite and rosette-shaped goschenets. Origin: Russia, mid-20th century (preserved hallmark for 0.585 gold ...
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1970s Russian Romantic Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Silver

18kt. white gold pair of drop earrings with 2.60 cts of rubies and diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 18kt. white gold pair of drop earrings set with 0.54 carats of round brilliant diamonds and 2.60 carats of pear - cut rubies. Hallmarked for 18kt. gold. Item specifics: Dime...
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1990s European Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

23.00 Carat Amethyst Citrine Garnet Emerald White Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
These Lever-Back Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.25 Carats of White Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.84 Carats of Emeralds. These Earrings have 18.00 Carat...
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Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold

Christian Dior Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings with Pearly Cabochons
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Golden metal clip-on earrings with pearly cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 5.5 cm Seller Reference: BO214
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1980s German Vintage Drop Earrings

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

Diamond Door knocker Pave Diamond Vintage Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful door knocker diamond earrings crafted in 14 karat yellow and white gold. The dangle earrings feature round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 10.00 carat total w...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K Yellow White Diamond Bell Leverback Drop Earrings 1.80cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary pair of earrings done in 18K white gold and finished in black rhodium set with 180 round diamonds ranging from G color white diamonds all the way through brown and yel...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Art Deco Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings. Featuring six old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximate...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Sunflower Drop Earrings
Located in London, W1U 2JG
Beautifully & delicately crafted on silver and 14kt gold with 8.58 carat of emeralds & 1.60 carat of single cut diamonds. Silver: 6.964 grams; 14kt gold: 0.9 grams. 5 cm in full le...
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20th Century British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Spring 2003 Chanel CC Logo Earrings Orange Resin Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel CC logo orange resin drop earrings (circa 2003), fitted with yellow gold-tone small hoop backings. From the Spring 2003 collection, the orange sherbert color is as fr...
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Early 2000s French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

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

Art Deco Ruby, Crystal & Enamel Earrings
Located in London, W1U 2JG
Featuring 0.78 carat of natural consciously sourced rubies,1.49 carat of small single cut diamonds & 17 carat of Mother of Pearl, detailed with black enamel borders. Set on 925 silv...
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20th Century British Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Ruby, Enamel

Vintage Verdura Citrine Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold citrine and green tourmaline vintage earrings by Verdura. With 18 cabochon green Tourmalines 4mmx6mm 2 cabochon Citrines 8.5mm x 11mm These earrings are made for non...
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1980s Italian Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Tiny Gold and Ruby 18 Kt Earrings c.
Located in Stamford, CT
Irresistible, versatile, tiny and precious makes these Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Earrings for every man or woman. They are 18kt gold with one single cut and one Old Mine Cut diamond and two rose cut diamonds. Four round rubies are central. Earrings are worn differently than when these were made in the early 20th century. Men and women often wear two or more earrings in each ear. These are perfect for multi...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Diamond & Coloured Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in London, W1U 2JG
Consciously sourced multi coloured sapphires & single cut diamonds in a art deco hexagonal earring drop.  Consciously hand crafted for pierced ears. Single cut diamonds; (1.23 carat...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver

Two Tone Ornate Ottoman Style 4" Drop Earrings With Glass Cabochons, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 4" long - Antique gold tone and silver tone - Amber, amethyst purple and chartreuse glass...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Drop Earrings

Pear Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Pear Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold Long Diamond and Emerald Drop Earrings features 4 Pear shaped Natural ...
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Late 20th Century North American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Old European Cut Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold 4.37 TDW
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Old European Cut Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold 4.37 TDW This absolutely stunning pair of vintage earrings is crated in solid 18K White gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). Tota...
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Early 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pair of antique sapphire and diamond dormeuse earrings. Each earring features a cushion cut sapphire with an old Eur...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Diamond Hoop Earring with detachable Pearls
Located in New York, NY
50-round brilliant diamonds 14k Yellow Gold Total carat weight: 0.50 ct GHSI1 quality (natural diamonds) Prong setting 0.75mm width (hoop earring) Safety push button clasp In and out diamonds Grey baroque pearls hanging by a loop ( Detachable) Hinged post w/ vault lock...
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Early 2000s North American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

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

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

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Almandine Garnet and Seed Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Almandine Garnet Drop Earrings 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1910 These exquisite earrings are a true testament to the elegance and sophistication of the Edwardian era. The shield-...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Contemporary Estate 3 Carat DTW Diamond Earrings
Located in Montgomery, AL
These gorgeous diamond cluster earrings are a contemporary estate piece. Each earring features 34 diamonds of varying sizes. The earrings have an approximate combined diamond weight ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k 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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