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Gemstone: Aquamarine
Aquamarine, London Blue Topaz 18kt Gold Hoops by Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning jewelry designer, Lauren Harper, these Aquamarine and London blue Topaz hoops are set in a warm 18kt matte Gold and are sure to get noticed. Lightweight and...
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2010s Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
HARAKH 2 1/2 CT Colorless Diamond and Aquamarine Raindrop 18K Gold Hoop Earrings
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the magic of dancing in a long-awaited monsoon, these exquisite and elegant earrings from the Raindrop Collection are studded with natural aquamarine and brilliant-cut di...
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2010s Indian Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yianni Creations Aquamarine and Diamond Fine Silver Two-Tone Wide Hoop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations unique hoop earrings from Hephestos Collection are all 100% handmade in our workshop in Greece. The gorgeous hoops are from fine silver 950 purity and plated with pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium, Pa...
Juniper Rose Aquamarine Earrings, 14K White Gold with Bezel Set Oval Aquamarines
Located in Greeneville, TN
Delicate, refreshing, and quietly elegant, the Juniper Rose Earrings bring a graceful touch of color to your jewelry collection. Crafted in polished 14K white gold, these post earrin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, White Gold
Earrings 9 Carat Rose Gold Bead Cut Aquamarine
Located in Milano, IT
Earrings handmade in 9 carat rose gold with bead cut aquamarine diameter 0.472 inches, hoop diameter 0.984 inches. Total weight: 7.7 gram. Marked with 9 carat gold mark and Botta Gio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
3.78 Carat Aquamarine & Diamonds Earrings in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Details:
Available 18kt gold.
Limited edition
3.78 Carat aquamarine
Gold 6.87 Gm
Diamonds 0.22 Carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Aquamarine White Diamonds Pendant Hoop Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Butterfly" Collection 18K Yellow Gold White Diamonds Aquamarine Drop briolet cut Pendant Hoop Earrings. This beautiful pair of butterfly pendant hoops earrings are ...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century Bird Blue Aquamarine Blue Topaz Silver Gold Plated Hoop Earring
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Bird Blue Aquamarine Blue Topaz Silver Gold Plated Hoop Earring
Introducing the 'Conference of Birds' Collection - A Symphony in Earrings
Behold, our magnificent 'Conf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Nina Zhou Aquamarine Inside-out Large Hoop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
The Ariel Aquamarine Inside-out Large Hoop Earrings in 14k Gold are a stunning blend of contemporary style and timeless elegance. The inside-out design ensures that the brilliance of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Modern 18k yellow gold half-open hoops with an oval-cut Aquamarine and diamond
By NOUR Antwerp
Located in Antwerp, BE
These yellow gold half open hoops feature an oval cut Aquamarine (4 x 3 mm) paired with a round diamond (2.5 mm, 0.05 cts). All gracefully set in 18K gold.
Each piece is meticulousl...
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2010s Belgian Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine and 14K Gold Hoops
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning pair of hoops with round, faceted aquamarine gemstones. For pierced ears with butterfly back. Aquamarines total 3.97 carats.
The fine jewelry collection is sourced, des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
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Georgios Collections White Gold Blue Diamond Aquamarine Adjustable Hoop Earrings
Located in Astoria, NY
These S.Georgios designer hoop earrings in White Gold 18 Karat are all hand made with microscopic settings. These gorgeous earrings feature 2 interconnected hoops made of oval cut na...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Blue Diamond, Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Rhodium, Gold, 18k Gold
Nina Zhou 20ct Natural Aquamarine Inside-out Hoop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these inside-out hoops are designed to hug the earlobe while showcasing a continuous line of sparkling aquamarine. The unique design prov...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
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Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful hoop earrings are studded with 5.53 carats of aquamarine.
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Guy Laroche Aquamarine Designer 18 Karat Huggie Earrings
By Guy Laroche
Located in Honolulu, HI
French Designer Guy Laroche Aquamarine huggie earrings in 18k white gold. These earrings have a unique pass through design. The beautifully designed earrings features four (4) rectangular cut blue Aquamarine gemstones set in a channel that passes through a rectangle openning. A total of eight (8) Aquamarine gems are set on these earrings, totaling approximately 1.60 carats. The Aquamarines have a Beautiful aqua blue color. The earrings are masterfully crafted in 18k white gold and has a high polished finish. These earrings have post backs for pierced ears and friction push back backing. The earrings measure approximately 14.80 mm high x 5.75 mm wide. Hallmarked "Guy Laroche" and stamped "18k". Total weight 5.00 grams. These are new old stock earrings...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Aquamarine and Pavé Blue Sapphire White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
Sapphire- 0.70 Cts
Aquamarine- 4.04 Cts
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Oval Aquamarine Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Astoria, NY
These exquisite 18 Karat White Gold Long Oval Aquamarine Earrings from Georgios Collections are a sophisticated blend of elegance and modernit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gol...
Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful hoop earrings are studded with 10.36 carats of aquamarine.
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Aquamarine Pear Shape And Diamond Earring In 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Earring feature 10.40 carats of Aquamarine and 0.03 carats of Diamond. The Earring is an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine ...
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2010s American Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.95 Cts Aquamarine & Sapphire Stud Earring with Diamond in 18 Karat White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This collection features an array of aquamarines with an icy blue hue that is as cool as it gets! Accented with diamonds these Earrings are made in white gold and present a classic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Butterfly 18K Gold Aquamarine Diamonds Pendant Hoop Lucky Charme Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Butterfly" Collection 18K Yellow Gold White Diamonds Aquamarine Drop briolet cut Pendant Hoop Earrings. This beautiful pair of butterfly pendant hoops earrings are ...
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2010s Italian Artisan Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Drop White Diamonds Pendant Lucky Charm Hoop Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Butterfly" Collection 18K Yellow Gold White Diamonds Aquamarine Drop briolet cut Pendant Hoop Earrings. This beautiful pair of butterfly pendant hoops earrings are ...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
DILHAN 18k Ethical Yellow Gold and Matt Onyx SU Wave Hoops
Located in London, GB
DILHAN 18k Ethical Yellow Gold and Matt Onyx SU Wave Hoops. This unique set of hoops balances natural stones with a polished gold setting, carefully crafted for a secure and comforta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Aventurine, Yellow Gold
DILHAN 18k Ethical Yellow Gold and Aventurine SU Hoops
Located in London, GB
DILHAN 18k Ethical Yellow Gold and Aventurine SU Hoops. Meticulously crafted to hug the ear, for a seamless and comfortable fit. The SU hoops are a simple but unique design, with sub...
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21st Century and Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aventurine, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Quartz, Yellow Gold
Oh! Namesake Emerald Huggies in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
The prestigious name of OHLIGUER blazes across the surface of our namesake huggies. It appeals to bold minimalists and the lavish alike with its powerful form and opulent adornment o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine 925 Silver 18k 1mm Rose Metal Platted Women's Earring 8.95cts
Located in New York, NY
♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful and Meaningful Jewelry
At Blue Star Gems, we are passionate about providing joyful and statement jewelry for everyday wear. Our collection feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Silver
16.85 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18K Gold long drop earrings with 61 round brilliant-cut diamonds 0.26 carats total weight ,6 Rose cut of Aquamarine 16.85 carats & Gold 2.46gm.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
OH! Namesake Ruby Huggies in 18ct Rose Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
The prestigious name of OHLIGUER blazes across the surface of our namesake huggies. It appeals to bold minimalists and the lavish alike with its powerful form and opulent adornment o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
OH! Namesake Aquamarine Huggies in 18ct White Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
The prestigious name of OHLIGUER blazes across the surface of our namesake huggies. It appeals to bold minimalists and the lavish alike with its powerful form and opulent adornment o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
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