Contemporary Drop Earrings
CONTEMPORARY STYLE
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Gemstone: Onyx
Style: Contemporary
Cellini NYC 18 Karat Gold Drop Earrings with Citrine, Blue Topaz and Diamonds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
These amazing 18 karat yellow gold earrings were designed for Cellini in 1993. The tops of the earrings are set with a large oval citrine, which has been accented with diamonds and e...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Goshwara Onyx Drop And Diamond Earrings
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Onyx Drop Earrings with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'Naughty' Collection
Stone Size: 19 x 12 mm
Gemstone Approx Wt: Onyx- 35.10 Carats
Diamonds: G-H / VS, Approx. Wt.: 0.75 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Lapis Blue Sapphire Black Onyx Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these beautiful drop earrings are set with 62.24 carats lapis, 16.63 carats black onyx, .68 carats blue sapphire and 1.14 carats of sparkling...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Carat White Gold White Diamonds S Size Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat in White Gold, White Diamonds & Black Onyx with White Gold & White Diamonds Frame Small Size Earrings
Measure 15x18 mm / 0,59x0,70 in.
Gold Weigh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Black Onyx Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these stunning drop earrings are set with 15.68 carats black onyx, 1.05 carats blue sapphire and 1.33 carats of sparkling diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Syna Black Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings with Emeralds and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
Black onyx 33 cts approx
Emeralds 0.70 ct approx
Diamonds 0.30 ct approx
Limited edition
Adorn yourself with these exquisitely crafted Candy Blue Top...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Modern minimalist 4mm 5 Stone Baroque Pearl Earrings London Blue Top 18 K Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
MAVIADA's exclusive five stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous peach/pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantas...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Citrine, Onyx, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire Lapis Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these stunning drop earrings are set with 2.90 carats blue sapphire, 38.06 carats lapis, 2.61 carat black onyx, 8.52 carat pearl and 2.01 car...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Pearl, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterl...
MAVIADA's 3-4mm Stone Baroque Violet Pearl Earrings, Citrine, 18 K Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
Three stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple colo...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Onyx, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Set with 36.05 Carat Oval Cabochon Cut Onyx
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Eva Soussana, artist and founder of Hera-Jewellery, these elegant and refined drop earrings are inspired by mother nature and her charming little creatures. The soft rounded, smooth and sleek lines of the Ladybird...
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
28.3 Carat Emerald Diamond Carved Onyx Tassel Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning tassel earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold. It is set with 28.3 carats emerald, 10.24 carats onyx and 2.21 carats of glittering diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Carved Spinel Web Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is set in 5.15 carats carved onyx, 5.6 carats spinel & 3.15 carats of glittering diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Spinel, Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Interwined Snake Opal Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful Snake drop earrings are handcrafted in 18K gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 8.55 carat opal doublets, 1.6 carats black onyx, blue sapphire & 2.5 carats dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Opal, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
14 Karat Gold Door Knocker Onyx Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning Door Knocker earrings are handmade in 14-karat gold, 33 carats black onyx and set with 2.01 carats of glittering diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
Andreoli Onyx Snake Diamond Tsavorite Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings 18 Karat Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Onyx Snake Diamond Tsavorite Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings 18KT Yellow Gold. The snake features 0.57 carats of full round brilliant cut diamonds. The diamonds are F/G/H in Col...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gol...
Checker Black Onyx Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning checker earrings are handmade in 14-karat gold. It is set with 3.3 carats Onyx and 1.26 carats of glittering diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
91.68 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Tassel Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning tassel earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold. It is set in 2.94 carats onyx, 91.68 carats fancy and pave diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
162.57 Carat Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Chandelier Drop Tassel Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning exceptional tassel earrings is handmade in 18-karat gold. It is set with 162.57 carats ruby, 2.1 carat black onyx and 2.6 carats of glittering diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
14 Karat White Gold Transformer Cocktail Earrings with Topaz and Ten Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
These Plum Blossom cocktail earrings, made of 14-karat white gold, feature removable cabochon blue topaz drops and are encrusted with 10 round diamonds (0.18 carats in total). They c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Quartz, Topaz, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Gold
Green Onyx Diamond Meghna Jewels Claw Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18k gold and sterling silver. These beautiful claw earrings are handset in 27.45 carat green onyx and .50 carat of sparkling diamonds. Exquisitely framed in signature "Meghn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Chalcedony, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Green Onyx Diamond Marquise Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These Bora Bora earrings are cast in 18K gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 71.25 carat green onyx and 4.45 carat of sparkling diamonds. Complimentary conversion to clip-on ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
MAVIADA's Modern 3-4mm Stone Baroque Pearl Earring, Black Onyx, 18K Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
Three stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple colo...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Onyx, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
24.9 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Onyx Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these earrings are set with 24.9 carats of diamonds and black onyx.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Gold
Green Onyx Diamond Meghna Jewels Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18k gold and sterling silver. These beautiful claw linear earrings are handset in 10.25 carat green onyx and .81 carat of sparkling diamonds. Exquisitely framed in signature...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Green Onyx Diamond Meghna Jewels Claw Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These modern, edgy and fiercely gorgeous drop earrings are handcrafted in 18K gold, sterling silver, 19.14 carat green onyx and 1.24 carat of black diamonds. Exquisitely framed in si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Chalcedony, Onyx, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Diamond Black Onyx Meghna Jewels Marquise Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful triple drop earrings are cast in 18K gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 11.73 carat black onyx and 1.54 carat of sparkling diamonds, french hook closures. Fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Medium GUM DROP™ Earrings with Peridot and Iolite and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Medium 18kt yellow gold GUM DROP™ earrings with faceted Peridot (approximately 2.5 cts each), faceted Iolite (approximately 5 cts each), and 4 diamonds weighing ~0.40 cts.
Specif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Iolite, Jade, Onyx, Peridot, Rock Cr...
3-4mm Stone Baroque Violet Pearl Earrings, London Blue Topaz, 18 K Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
MAVIADA's three stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish mul...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Onyx, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
MAVIADA's 3-4mm Stone Baroque Violet Pearl Earrings, Peridot, 18 K Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
Three stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple colo...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Onyx, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
5- 4mm Stone Baroque Peach/Violet Pearl Earrings, Swiss Blue Topaz, 18 K Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
MAVIADA'S exclusive five stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous peach/pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple coloured gemstones. Each baroque pearl is unique which is what makes them so beautiful and stylish. Please note the colours, shapes and sizes may vary. If you prefer a particular colour, please let Customer relations know. The Peach coloured pearls come in Black Onyx, Citrine, London Blue Topaz and Peridot. The pale Violet pearls...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Citrine, Onyx, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Black Onyx Diamond Marquise Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These earrings are cast in 18K gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 60.25 carat black onyx and 4.45 carat of sparkling diamonds. Complimentary conversion to clip-on earrings i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
5- 4mm Stone Baroque Peach/Violet Pearl Earrings, Peridot, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
MAVIADA's exclusive five stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous peach/pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple coloured gemstones. Each baroque pearl is unique which is what makes them so beautiful and stylish. Please note the colours, shapes and sizes may vary. If you prefer a particular colour, please let Customer relations know. The Peach coloured pearls come in Black Onyx, Citrine, London Blue Topaz and Peridot. The pale Violet pearls...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Citrine, Onyx, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
5- 4mm Stone Baroque Peach Violet Pearl Earrings Black Onyx 18 K Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
MAVIADA's exclusive five stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous peach/pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple coloured gemstones. Each baroque pearl is unique which is what makes them so beautiful and stylish. Please note the colours, shapes and sizes may vary. If you prefer a particular colour, please let Customer relations know. The Peach coloured pearls come in Black Onyx, Citrine, London Blue Topaz and Peridot. The pale Violet pearls...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Citrine, Onyx, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
5- 4mm Stone Baroque Peach/Violet Pearl Earrings, Citrine, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
MAVIADA's exclusive five stone 4mm round smooth cabochon stones, huge 13-15mm gorgeous peach/pale violet coloured baroque pearls in 18k yellow gold drop earrings. They come in fantastic stylish multiple coloured gemstones. Each baroque pearl is unique which is what makes them so beautiful and stylish. Please note the colours, shapes and sizes may vary. If you prefer a particular colour, please let Customer relations know. The Peach coloured pearls come in Black Onyx, Citrine, London Blue Topaz and Peridot. The pale Violet pearls...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Citrine, Onyx, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Meghna Jewels Claw Green Onyx Diamonds Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Bold and modern, these single claw drop diamond earrings exude a captivating sophistication. The "MEGHNA JEWELS" signature pave arches shimmer with a surface of sparkling diamonds wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Meghna Jewels Claw Drop Black Onyx Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Bold and modern, these single claw drop diamond earrings exude a captivating sophistication. The "MEGHNA JEWELS" signature pave arches shimmer with a surface of sparkling diamonds wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Green Chalcedony Diamond Meghna Jewels Claw Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These modern, edgy and fiercely gorgeous drop earrings are handcrafted in 18K gold, sterling silver, 24.84 carat green chalcedony and .68 carat of sparkling diamonds. Exquisitely fra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Meghna Jewels Claw Drop Green Onyx Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Renowned for its fierce and modern jewelry, "Meghna Jewels" highlights her signature pave diamond arches in this Claw earring. These gorgeous drop earrings are handcrafted in 18K gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Green Chalcedony Diamond Meghna Jewels Marquise Triple Drop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful triple drop earrings are cast in 18K gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 11.73 carat green onyx and 1.54 carat of sparklin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Chalcedony, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Meghna Jewels Black Onyx Diamond Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Renowned for its fierce and modern jewelry, "Meghna Jewels" highlights her signature pave diamond arches in this Claw earring. These gorgeous drop earrings are handcrafted in 18K gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Black Onyx Diamond Meghna Jewels Claw Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These modern, edgy and fiercely gorgeous drop earrings are handcrafted in 18K gold, sterling silver, 24.84 carat black onyx and .68 carat of sparkling diamonds. Exquisitely framed in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Round Brilliant Diamond & Onyx Dangle Earrings
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Uniquely designed diamond and onyx earrings in a distinct art deco style. These 18kt white gold dangle earrings feature 12 H/I color, VS clarity round brilliant bezel set diamonds a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Jet Satellite Spider Earrings, MWLC
Located in New York, NY
Jet "Satellite" earrings from Mark Walsh Leslie Chin. A gilt spider hangs from the base of the onyx beads which has central band of Swarovski crystals.
Bead approx .75". 15 mm. Han...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Gilt Metal
Vintage Inspired Black Onyx & Seed Pearl Bow Drop Earrings 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Florence Earrings, with her ribbons of gold embellished with onyx and lush seed pearls are a joyful way to say "I love you". It is sometimes in the sweetest of design and creativ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Onyx Crystal Interchangeable Door Knocker Drop White Gold Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond interchangeable drop earrings fashioned in 14 karat white gold. The earrings feature round brilliant cut diamonds weighing .50 ca...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
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