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Drop Earrings For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Greek Revival
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond about 0.70 ct. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.59 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vvs-vs-s1 cla...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.90 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for a...
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Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold

Antique Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Suite, Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Important Antique Earrings and Pendant Suite. Lyre-shaped pendant and earring set in the original fitted box signed Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860. Considered one of the most i...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 4 ct. The diamond H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural Emerald and Diamond Teardrop Earrings in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Emerald and Diamond Teardrop Earrings This Victorian-era art-deco style fascinating lush green emerald teardrop style earring is graceful. The mixed size and shape of solitaire emeralds are beautifully placed to form the domed teardrop design of the earring. The addition of diamonds in between the emerald stone gaps encapsulates the earring’s richness making it more profound. The top stud part of the earring complements the bottom teardrop design nicely, as the emerald solitaire pear cut...
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2010s Indian Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is rare pair of antique Rose Cut Diamond Dangle Drop Diamond Cluster Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. They have extraordinary design with a central diamond surrounded by six addition...
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Turquoise Enamel and 18K Gold Forget Me Not Flower Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold and turquoise enamel forget-me-nots drop earrings. Adorn yourself with these amiable antique turquoise enamel and gold flower earrings. Crafted from ...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7 grams. Totally is diamond 1.35 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1 clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Box is not ...
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Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 12k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.97 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-Pique1-2 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.33 carat. Box is not i...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian Gem Set Enamelled Snake Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a pair of antique drop earrings from the Victorian era. Each earring has been crafted into the shape of a coiled serpent with engraved eyes, old cut diamond set head and...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 3.25 Carat Total Weight Old European Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Victorian 3.25 Carat Total Weight Old European Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Earrings. Featuring two old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately...
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1890s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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

Pair Of Antique Victorian Silver Aesthetic Style Earrings Dated Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Pair Of Antique Victorian Silver Aesthetic Style Earrings Dated Circa 1880 Fantastic condition considering they are hollow as they should be for this period. Beautiful applied flower...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Ruby & Pearl Engraved Bracelet, Brooch & Earrings Set
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique suite of jewellery, comprising a bracelet, brooch / pendant, and a pair of earrings, each set with a cushion shaped ruby and seed pearls, 18 karat yellow gold throughout. ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of antique yellow gold, silver, emerald, ruby, diamond, and pearl earrings, each comprising two cabochon rubies, one cushion shaped emerald, twelve square shaped emeralds, twe...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a recently remodelled pair of Victorian style drop earrings. Each piece has crafted from 18ct yellow gold with the hooked wire playing host to single pink ruby and a sin...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 15K Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Measuring 1 3/4" long, these lovely Victorian ear pendants are crafted in 15 karat gold with a velvety bloomed finish. C1870 Measurements: 1 3/4" from the top of the ear wire, 7/16"...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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15k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Papal Brooch & Earrings Suite
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian shell, and yellow gold brooch and earrings, each with a carved shell panel depicting the then Pope, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow gold pin and fitting...
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Late 19th Century Vatican Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 4.67ctw Old Cut Diamond Cluster Earring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising nine large old cut diamonds, set in silver, and 18 karat yellow gold with 18 karat yellow gold fittings...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Early Victorian Cameo & Enamel Earrings
Located in Stroud, GB
Exquisite mid Victorian cameo and enamel earrings, circa 1850s. Beautifully designed and incredible hand-carved individual cameos of two goddesses are set with a wonderfully high re...
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, 9k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 12K Gold Collet Set Amethyst Drop Earrings
Located in Venice, CA
These 12k gold Victorian earrings feature beautifully saturated amethysts with pear shaped drops dangling from round gems. The stones are set in rose gold, which makes a gorgeous con...
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1850s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Gold, Rose Gold

Portuguese Iberian 1850 Dangle Drop Filigree Earrings 21Kt Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Portuguese dangle drop earrings. Beautiful and very unusual pair of antique Iberian dangle drop earrings, created in Portugal, during the Victorian era, back in the 185...
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1850s Portuguese High Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Earrings. This gorgeous pair of Victorian rose cut diamond earrings are crafted in 18k rose gold and silve...
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1890s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Onyx Moonstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of carved onyx surmounts suspending a row of moonstone and onyx drops Onyx surmounts are diamond-shaped cabochons, and drops are spiculum-shaped Measuring 8.5 x 12.0 mm an...
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1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Moonstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ottoman Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.8 grams. Totally is diamond 1.10 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Box is not included. Pl...
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.3 grams. Totally is diamond about 1.80 carat. The diamond is has H color and s1-s2-s3. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Box is not included. ...
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Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6 grams. Totally is diamond 2.09 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Box is not inclu...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Ottoman Circa 1900s Circa 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.1 grams. Totally is diamond 2 ct. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Coral, Enamel, and Diamond Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k. These antique earrings are authentic fashion from almost 150 years ago! Gorgeous coral beads surmounted by diamonds are surrounded by two lush green enamel circles....
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1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Victorian Pique Geometric Dangle Earrings, circa 1880
Located in Venice, CA
14K Gold Victorian Pique Geometric Dangle Earrings, circa 1880 These elegant Victorian pique drop earrings are inlaid with gold in a beautiful geometric design. Suspended from an ov...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 12k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.4 grams. Totally is diamond about 3 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Acid tested to be 12k real gold. Back clips part...
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Natural Pearl Vintage Victorian Style Floral Cluster Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Immerse yourself in to the opulence of Vintage Victorian Style with these exquisite earrings, showcasing precious gemstones in intricate floral and nature-inspired motifs. A mesmeriz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Drop Earrings

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Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Pair Of Victorian Diamond & Sapphire Earrings 14K & Sterling
Located in Media, PA
This is a gorgeous pair of diamond and sapphire, Victorian era earrings. There are diamond mine cuts all around the earrings, with beautiful, rich, vivid sapphires. The material I be...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Sapphire, Diamond

Antique Victorian Era Pearl & Seed Pearl Moon Cluster Earrings 14 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Lovingly crafted in 14 carat gold, our Luna Earrings are an antique delight. Her screw back earrings of crested moons embellished with satiny seed pearls are an elegant accessory fo...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Geranium Leaf Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as rose gold geranium leaf drops with dimensional organic form Accented by yellow and green gold spots - textured throughout With engraved veining and stem wrapping around b...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Silver 14 Karat Rose Gold Circle Antique Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as rose gold circular forms with a pierced fanning motif centering old mine cut diamonds Weighing approximately 1.58 carats total - O/P color with SI1 to I1 clarity Prong s...
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1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Etruscan Revival Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as quatrefoil-shaped surmounts suspending articulating kite-shaped drops Quatrefoil and kite forms are comprised of filigree and granulated domed forms Surmounts center pro...
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1870s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.7mm Vintage Baroque Pearl Stud Earrings 14kt Gold 12380
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pearl Stud earrings 10.7mm Baroque pearls Cream White 14kt. gold 3.8 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Late Victorian Drop Earrings

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 10k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 1.60 carat. The diamond is has H color and s1-s2 clarity. Acid tested to be 10 real gold. Box is not incl...
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Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 10k Gold

Victorian 1.44 Cttw. Diamond Leaf Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Victorian 1.44 Cttw. Diamond Leaf Drop Earrings, a stunning blend of nature-inspired elegance and timeless sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detai...
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2010s Victorian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Circa 1890s Victorian Turquoise and Old Mine Diamond Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1890s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 10.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 3.25ct, total weight. Cut: Old Mine brilliant Color: J-K Cl...
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1890s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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

Mid-Victorian Hand Carved Ivory Long Earrings Circa 1870
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One Pair of mid-Victorian hand carved ivory drop earrings. Featuring with a woman in cameo relief with a floral background. Fitted with 9k gold shepherd’s hooks. Metal: 9k yellow go...
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1870s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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9k Gold

Pair of Victorian Paste 14k Yellow Gold Back to Front Ear Wire Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Victorian Paste 14k Yellow Gold Back to Front Ear Wire Earrings. Featuring two paste blue stones, with 20 imitation seed pearls. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Circa 18...
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1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

8mm Natural White South seas Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 14kt Gold 12384
Located in New York, NY
8mm Natural White south Seas Pearl .50ct natural round diamonds I-J color VS2 clairty. 14kt white gold 3 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Pair of Victorian Coral Cameo Drop Earrings
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of 18 karat gold and coral drop earrings are High Victorian in terms of their age and appearance and are a beautiful example of 19th century craftsmanship. The pair each ce...
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19th Century British High Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.7mm Vintage Baroque Pearl Stud Earrings 14kt Gold 12380
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pearl Stud earrings 10.7mm Baroque pearls Cream White 14kt. gold 3.8 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Late Victorian Drop Earrings

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Pearl, 14k Gold

French Victorian 18K Gold Green Glass Pair Of Drop Earrings
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Victorian 18K Gold and Green Glass Pair of Drop Earrings. It depicts two emerald cut green glasses, the lower one bigger than the upper one surrounded by 18K yellow gold fl...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Victorian Banded Agate Drop Earrings
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This lovely pair of Victorian drop earrings were crafted from wonderfully matched banded agate. The earrings stem from shepherd's hooks crafted from 9 karat yellow gold from which ha...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Agate, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Banded Agate Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Banded Agate Earrings 15ct Gold Fabulous Victorian Banded Agate Drop Earrings. Measure Approx Length 50mm Width Approx 10....
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Agate, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Earrings. This gorgeous pair of Victorian rose cut diamond earrings...
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1890s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Ox Blood Red Coral Drop Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The most sought after, treasured and scarcest of all corals, these Victorian drop earrings boast a rich, ox-blood red hue. In pristine, original condition the dangles are detachable and can be interchanged, worn as studs or adorned with diamond studs to dress up or dress down. The intricate, handmade yellow gold links bridge the upper portion of a button shape with the 10-10.5mm round lower portions allowing these vintage heirlooms to sway seductively with the slightest movement. Photography © Bella Rosa...
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1890s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Etruscan Lapis Lazuli Pendant Dangle Drop Earrings 14 -18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular pair of Antique Etruscan Revival Pendant Dangle Drop Earrings with 18 Karat Etruscan Gold beads, Lapis Lazuli Beads and Pearls. The earrings have extraordinary...
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20th Century Victorian Drop Earrings

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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 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

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Diamond, 9k Gold

Gold & Hessonite Garnet Pendeloque Style Earrings; Iberian; Spain; Ca 1780
Located in New York, NY
Gold & Hessonite Garnet Pendeloque Style Earrings; Iberian; Spain; Ca 1780 Gold & Hessonite Garnet Pendeloque Style Earrings dated to around 1780 in the Iberian region (Spain), The...
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18th Century European Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Hessonite, Gold

Victorian Etruscan Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
Victorian pair of wire earrings. Made of 10K yellow gold, the earrings are approx 3cm in length and are beautifully accented with black enamel leafs and scrolls and small pearls. Etruscan Vintage...
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1850s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1890 Victorian 14K Rose Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
These gorgeous Victorian earrings are in 14k yellow gold and feature two stunning old mine-cut diamond centers. The earrings have the elegant color of aged gold that can only come wi...
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1890s Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose 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

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Enamel Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful pair of Victorian drop earrings. Each earring is beautifully decorated with a rope pattern and blue enamel and crafted in high carat gold with French wire fitting...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Gold, Enamel

Drop Earring Brooch Jewelry Set 14 Carat Gold Emeralds Vintage, Vienna, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
HIGH VICTORIAN (= VIENNESE HISTORICISM) GOLDEN JEWELRY SET: PAIR OF EARDROPS AND BROOCH MADE OF GOLD 14ct, COVERED WITH SMALL EMERALDS. ELEGANT BROOCH: made of GOLD (14 ct / 585), having longitudinal-oval form, additionally decorated with small movable rods attached to area below - causing a very decorative effect ! Additionally, the brooch is ornamented with a small emerald attached to middle area, surrrounded by scrolls made in chiselled technique. WEIGHT: 6.0 GRAMS (= 0.21 OZ / 0.19 TROY OUNCE) FINEST GOLDEN COLOUR ! OLD PRAGUE OFFICIAL HALLMARK (= OLD IMPERIAL AUSTRIA...
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1870s Austrian High Victorian Antique Drop Earrings

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Emerald, 14k 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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