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Vintage Cartier London Platinum Hoop Earrings, circa 1990
Located in London, GB
A vintage pair of Cartier London platinum hoop earrings, circa 1990 This beautiful and elegant pair of earrings are designed as four slim gently rounded twisted rows of polished pla...
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1990s British Retro Hoop Earrings

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Platinum

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Earring Studded in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
An exclusive pair of earrings with blue sapphire & diamonds in a hoop style. Oval shaped blue sapphire weight 11.75 carat, round-shaped diamond weight 3.48 carat, earrings contain th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 7.15cts Ruby & 3.25cts Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18 carat Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Earring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemst...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

E3ROW20MM - TRILLIAN COLLECTION MICRO PAVE 18K WHITE 3 Row Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
TRILLIAN COLLECTION MICRO PAVE 18K WHITE 3 Row Hoop Earrings Metal: 18K White Gold Diamond Info: G SI, 140 Round Brilliant Diamonds Total Ct Weigh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Huggies Hoop Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
With these exquisite diamond earrings, style and glamour are in the spotlight. These yellow gold hoop earrings are set in 14-karat gold and made from 2.4 grams of gold. The color of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Inside Outside Hoop Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
These stunning hoop earrings have diamonds on the inside and outside to give a beautiful sparkle from every angle. There are 32 round VS2, G color diamonds totaling 1.37 carats. 10 d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fred 14K Yellow Gold Graduated Grooved Polished Hoop Huggie Clip on Earrings
By Fred
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have 100% authentic hoop huggie clip-on earrings made by the famous designer Fred from Paris, France. The earrings are crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and feature an elega...
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1990s Hoop Earrings

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Yellow Gold

3.36 Carats Diamond Inside-out Hoop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 14k yellow gold, these exquisite hoop earrings are a captivating addition to any collection. Featuring 3.36 carats of round-cut white diamonds, the design is both luxuriou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Black Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Shrimp Huggie Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Get a great look with this vintage David Webb enamel and diamond ear clips. Shrimp style earrings will become your favorite to wear out or to the office. Each designed with alternati...
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20th Century American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Princess and Baguette Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18k White & Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Princess and Baguette Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18k White/Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings features Princess cut Diamonds set in front of the earrings with Baguette Diamonds set in...
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20th Century Unknown Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond hoop earrings small 18k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
Diamond hoop earrings small 18k yellow gold Round diamond cut eternity pave setting total diamond weight 0.42ct F colour VS1 clarity, hallmarked Measurements approx 12mm width 1mm ve...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.3 Ct Diamond Hoops
Located in Great Neck, NY
With these exquisite white-gold diamond hoops, style and glamour are in the spotlight. These hoops are set in 18-carat gold, made out of 3.1 grams of gold. The color of the diamonds ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 2 1/4 Cttw Treated Blue and White Diamond Shield Huggy Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and bold, these blue and white diamond, omega back, cluster earrings are a statement piece. Round cut white diamonds create a drop shape that sits in between color treated blue diamonds. 2 1/4 ct TDW of diamonds sparkle in these 14k yellow gold huggy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Seidengang Gold Earrings with Gemstones
Located in Darnestown, MD
Seidengang half hoop earrings embellished with both pink and green tourmaline and an amethyst as well as gold balls and braiding. The earrings have both post and clip backs. The bott...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold 4.32 Carat Multi Sapphire Hoop Earrings Gift for Her
Located in New York, NY
Multi Sapphire Hoop Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need open hoop earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring oval cut gemstone. Sapphire stimulates concentration and reduces stress. Designed with alternate oval pink sapphire and blue sapphire...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Twisted Textured Hoop Earrings #20680
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Twisted Textured Hoop Earrings These beautiful circular hoop earrings have a textured twisted design that adds sparkle to the ears! Stamped: 14K Italy 5.98 g / 3.8...
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20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fashion Every Day Diamond White Gold Hoop Earrings for Her
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 14K Diamond 332-RND-2,03ct H/VS2A Weight 13,48 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, whic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Gilt Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine Mid-Century Modern silver hoop earrings. In sterling silver with a gilt finish. By Paul Lobel. Lobel was a Romanian-born and New York based jeweler, designer, illust...
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Hoop Earrings

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Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Asprey White Gold and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Asprey half hoop earrings done in 18 karat white gold. They have a total weight of one carat of diamonds. Rectangles of gold alternate with those of diamonds making for just the ri...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 18k Diamond and Demantoid Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
Beautiful diamond and demantoid earrings from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Each of these exquisite Etruscan-style earrings is crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold. The earring begins wi...
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1880s Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings

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

Pavé Diamond J Hoop Omega Back Earrings in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These elegant J-style hoop earrings bring a contemporary twist to a classic silhouette. Crafted in 14 karat white gold, each hoop is paved with rows of round brilliant cut diamonds t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold 3/4 Cttw Diamond Triple Row Modern Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These rich and beautiful 10K yellow gold hoop earring are classic in style and trendy in fashion; the pave and channel set ¾ cttw diamonds are the perfect addition to the earrings' b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

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White Diamond, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior 18k Yellow Gold Citrine Leopard Spot Hoop Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hoop earrings, each showcasing a sugarloaf cabochon-cut citrine set with leopard paw motif prongs, in textured 18k yellow gold decorated with black enamel leopard spots. Citrines ea...
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1990s French Modern Hoop Earrings

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Style 18 Karats White Gold 1.02 Karat G Color VS1 White Diamonds Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Silhouette" Collection inspired by the passion for movement, here are timeless earrings. The soft line of white gold traces the outline of ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Tiered Open Circle Hammered Finish Dangly Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add a touch of artistic elegance to your jewelry collection with these striking 14 karat yellow gold earrings. Featuring a captivating hammered finish, the design showcases two inter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kristen Farrel Diamond White Gold Estate Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Experience breathtaking beauty with Kristen Farrel Estate Collection Diamond White Gold Earrings. Crafted with 18kt white gold, these earrings boast 26 diamonds, perfect addition to ...
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2010s Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Pear-Shaped Yellow Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
You’ll be radiant in our Pear-Shaped Yellow Diamond Hoop Earrings. A single pear-shaped white diamond sits at the ear lobe, then gives way to a cascade of pear-shaped fancy yellow di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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

Poissardes anciennes émaux bressans
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare paire de poissardes anciennes ornées d'émaux bressans (typiques de la région de Bourg-en-Bresse), fond vert ponctué d'une pierre rose et épaulés de fi...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings

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18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold GIA 4.50ctw Oval Sapphire & Diamond Large Omega Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Nice Blue Color - Ceylon - Heated - 2.50ctw (approx. based on the certification measurements) ** See Report Detai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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

Vintage 1970s David Webb 5.00 Carat Diamond and Gold Rope Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s
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1970s Vintage Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

VIVI Sculpture Hoop Earrings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235025 “VIVI-” means “living,””alive’” in French. This Object is a continuous story of “BREATing.” The shape of Object inspired from a musical code “Breath M...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Hoop Earrings

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Gold Plate

Natural White Round Diamond 1.01 Carat TW White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond earrings. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round cut white diamonds. These earrings are guaranteed to impress and enhance y...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Inside Outside Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These diamond hoop earrings radiate classic glamour with a contemporary twist. Crafted in 14 karat white gold, each hoop is adorned with a seamless row of brilliant-cut diamonds that...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.72CT 18Karat White Gold Small Pavé Huggies
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Immerse yourself in the allure of understated elegance with the Natural Diamond 0.72 CT 18Karat White Gold Small Pavé Huggies. These earrings are a testam...
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2010s Belgian Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

3 Carat Total Weight Diamond Inside-Outside Round Hoops in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
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2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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

White Gold Huggies Hoop Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
With these exquisite diamond earrings, style and glamour are in the spotlight. These white gold hoop earrings are set in 14-karat gold and made from 1.7 grams of gold. The color of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, White Gold

Cosmos Small 14K Solid Gold Hoop Earrings, Handcrafted Geometric Filigree Design
Located in Patchogue, NY
The Cosmos Small 14K Solid Gold Hoop Earrings feature a bold geometric filigree design inspired by celestial forms. Handcrafted from solid 14K...
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2010s Turkish Modern Hoop Earrings

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Gold, 14k Gold

Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These earrings are meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 3.42 carats ruby and .33 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Hoop Vintage Earrings Worn 3 Ways Bold and Fabulous Rare
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of fabulous Chanel clip on oval hoop3 way earrings. Large CC set in center hoop. 2 surrounding hoops have great movement and are each detachable! Can be ...
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1990s French Hoop Earrings

14 Karat White Gold 0.20 Carat Diamond Huggie Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
Simple yet stunning, these diamond Huggie hoops are crafted from 14k gold with 14 glittering white 0.20 ct. of diamonds. Each delicate U-shaped hoop features a single line of white d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Hoop Earrings 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Diamonds hoop earrings in particular design, Perfect for everydays ! Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with lustrous Diamonds of 0,69 carats , in perfect baguettes shap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1.25 Carat White Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Nothing says luxury like an incredible pair of diamond hoop earrings for that special someone in mind. These stunning brightly polished 14 karat white gold inside out hoop earrings f...
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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White Diamond, White Gold

Pearl 15.5mm Diamond Drop Earrings Hoop Design by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 15.5 x 14mm pearls of fine quality nacre and beautiful lustre. The pearls are suspended from 2 hoops set with round diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Hoop Earrings

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

OJ Perrin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Zurich, CH
Elegant pair of 18 karat yellow gold, citrine and diamond half hoop earrings by OJ Perrin. Beautifully crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and decorated with 12...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Hoop Earrings

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

RUCHI Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The 18k white gold hinged latch-back hoops feature an alternating pattern of 5.72 carats of oval-shaped blue sapphires and 1.01 carats of diamonds. The diamonds are composed of a mos...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

9.55 Carat Arizona Turquoise Spike Earrings 1.22 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEE-15560A Gross Wt. :- 16.44 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 14.29 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.22 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Turquoise Wt. :- 9....
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kutchinsky diamond hoop earrings, English, 1977.
Located in London, GB
Kutchinsky diamond hoop earrings. A matching pair, each set with thirty-three round brilliant cut diamonds in open back grain settings, sixty-six in total with a combined approximate...
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1970s British Retro Vintage Hoop Earrings

14Kt Gold Hoop Earrings Tubular Plain
Located in New York, NY
Gold Hoop Earrings Measurements of Earrings: 32mm diameter / 1.30 inch 5mm wide. 4.4 grams / 14kt. yellow gold Earrings are gorgeous made
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2010s American Hoop Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s Braided Tricolor Gold Huggie Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow, white and rose gold. Circa 1980s
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1980s Vintage Hoop Earrings

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18k Gold

LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.33 ct Diamond Small Oval Hoop Earrings
Located in Southampton, PA
With a design that is both subtle and attractive, these superb hoop earrings offer a look of exceptional class and femininity. Made of 14K yellow gold, the pair weighs 2.6 grams and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise Halo Diamond Huggie Earrings in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. These rose gold huggie hoops are crafted in 14k solid gold and detailed with na...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 1.12 carats 18KT White Gold Two Row Hoop Huggie
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dive into a world of unmatched elegance with our Exclusive Designer Diamond Hoops, a true testament to fine craftsmanship. These stunning earrings feature two rows of brilliantly cut...
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2010s Belgian Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.15 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond 18K White Gold Huggies
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite 18K white gold huggie earrings feature 6 vibrant rubies totaling 1.77 carats, accented by 0.38 carats of round white diamonds, graded G/H color and VS2/SI1 clarity. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.10 Carat Round Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A chic and fashionable pair of hoop earrings showcasing brilliant-cut round diamonds, set in 14k yellow gold. 22 Round diamonds weigh 2.10 carats in total. A beautiful piece of jewel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Topaz Hoop Earrings 5.7 Carats 14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Gemstones: Blue Topazes Total Carat Weight = 5.70 Carats Total Quantity = 30 Gemstones Metal: 14K Yell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling S...

Maria Tash 18kt Rose Gold Invisible-Setting Diamond Eternity Mini Hoop
Located in North Miami, FL
This elegant Maria Tash invisible-setting diamond eternity mini hoop is crafted in luxurious 18kt rose gold and features fourteen round brilliant diamonds with a total weight of appr...
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2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White Gold Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings - 14k Round .12ctw French Set Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS2 - SI1 Total Carats: .12ctw Style: Huggie Hoop Fasteni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Beauvince 6.15 Carat Round Diamond Hoops in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chic and suave, diamond hoop earrings are forever stylish and fun. Diamond Shape: Round Total Diamond Weight: 6.15 ct Average Diamond Size: 0.07 ct Diamonds Color: H - I Diamon...
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2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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

18 Karat Gold Inside Out Turquoise Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold, these beautiful inside out hoop earrings are hand set with .53 carats turquoise and .53 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to vi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Huggies Mini-Hoop Earrings
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Huggies Mini-Hoop Earrings The enchanting mini-hoop earrings with the red emerald-cut ruby incorporated within an equivalent layer of...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond, Pearl and Antique Hoop Earrings

It is almost impossible to overstate how popular hoop earrings are today. They are routinely seen adorning the ears of high-profile women, ranging from Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B.

The roots of the hoop-earring phenomenon literally stretch back to the dawn of civilization. On view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to 2,600–2,500 B.C. that experts agree is among the oldest known examples. Hoop earrings can also be found in the Met’s Egyptian art gallery as well as in the museum’s displays of Greek and Roman art.

What inspired the original hoop design and why it was adopted by so many jewelers in the ancient world are unknown. It doesn’t have an origin story, feeling rather like the jewelry equivalent of the wheel. There just seems to be a logic to a circle that goes from the front to the back of the lobe.

“Hoops have been worn for millennia because they are unfathomably chic,” says Annabel Davidson, the editor of Vanity Fair UK’s special jewelry edition. “The way they accentuate the jawline, elongate the face and add a touch of flamboyance to a look is clearly a timeless expression of confidence, femininity and sartorial savvy.”

Throughout the ages, there have been countless decorative variations of hoop earrings. While the style can be found in just about every era, it was far more popular in some periods than others. Certain looks from yesteryear reflect cultural interests, while others are purely glamourous.

On 1stDibs, shop vintage diamond hoop earrings, gold hoop earrings, contemporary hoops and many more varieties of this wildly popular accessory.

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