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Contemporary Hoop 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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Period: 20th Century
Style: Contemporary
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Hoop Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elsa Peretti makes a simple hoop earring unique and interesting. Her freeform heart design is a wearable addition to any jewelry wardrobe. 1 1/4 x 1 1/8 inches in size.
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co 18 Karat Gold Hoop Brown Guilloche Enamel 0.90 Inch Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with these exquisite Estate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings from the renowned Tiffany & Co. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these earrings feature ...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Piaget White Gold Half Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Darnestown, MD
Piaget white gold 18 karat half hoop earrings with a .25 carat diamond in the middle of each. The diamonds are set in a raised band that intentionally can move. A double ribbed gold ...
Category

1990s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mod Repusse 14K Gold Yellow Gold Huggie Hoops 0.65 Inch Long 0.50 Inch Wide
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mod Repusse 14K Gold Earrings, a testament to fine craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Each earring boasts a delicate yet captivating design, meticulously ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Reversible Swiss Modern Eighties Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, Switzerland. These 18k polished gold modernist earrings are superbly made, brilliantly styled, and eminently wearable. The look is edgy, contemporary eighties chic...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 14.5mm Mabe Peal and Diamond Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This elegant pair of earrings are made in 14k yellow gold with diamonds and mabe pearls. Mabe pearls are half-pearls grown on the inside of the shell of oysters, creating a unique do...
Category

1960s Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Earrings, 18K Solid Yellow Gold Classic Half Hoop, 1986.
Located in Aspen, CO
Angela Cummings earrings in 18K yellow gold. Signed (Angela) Cummings with a copymark of 1986, and 18K. These half hoop solid gold earrings with a matte finish and a wsnake-like ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18ct yellow gold and pave diamond hoop earrings 0.32ct
Located in London, GB
Polished 18ct yellow gold hinged hoop earrings with huggy style closure. Featuring pave diamond fronts set with a total of 64 round brilliant ...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Stylized Lily Shepard Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Stylized Lily Shepard Hoop Earrings, a timeless addition to your jewelry collection. These exquisite earrings feature a cont...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cellini 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered/ Hi-Polished Braided Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cellini Jewelers NYC Classic and wearable 18 karat yellow gold hoop earrings are designed with a braid of alternating hammered and hi polished gold. The earrings are pierced with a f...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Round Circle Hoop Crystals Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Good condition. 100% Genuine. All stones are attached, but some darken or turn green. Signed "Chr. Dior". Unique design. Rare to find. Size: Diameter: 2.9 cm. Width: 0.5 cm. We...
Category

1980s German Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage St John Gold Tone Hoop Earrings Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage St John Gold Tone Hoop Earrings Circa 1980s. St John made some great jewelry in the 1980s. These dangling gold hoops look so chic and stunning with everything. They have a m...
Category

1980s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Tiffany & Co. Vannerie Diamond Platinum Huggies Earrings
Located in Bellmore, NY
Step into a world of timeless elegance with these exquisite vintage Tiffany & Co. Vannerie Diamond and Platinum Basketweave Huggie Earrings. Meticulously crafted, these earrings are ...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Hammered Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Very elegant Clip on earrings forming a Hoop in hammered 18kt yellow gold.
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Vendome Large Slinky Dangling Hoop Earrings, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Large Slinky Dangling Hoop Earrings. These have the most divine look on. Clip on. These look so fabulous on and it is hard to describe. It is as if they come alive. They are deep so when you have them on they look so substantial. They are comfortable to wear. That slinky look is so divine. I have seen and had the medium sized ones before as they are in my personal collection but never come across the larger ones until now. Only pair I...
Category

1980s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal, Gold Plate

Michael Bondanza 22 Venti Hoop Earrings 18K yellow Gold Platinum & Diamond
Located in Birmingham, AL
These will be one of the most beautiful pair of earrings you will ever own. Designer Michael Bondanza created these 22 Venti stunning hugger hoops in 18K yellow Gold inlaid with a st...
Category

20th Century North American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Henry Dunay Hammered Gold Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Henry Dunay half hoop earrings done in hammered gold, one of the finishes for which he is well known. Henry Dunay began his own jewelry firm in 1956 and continued it until 2008. Dur...
Category

1980s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18KW Faraone Italy 1980s Hoop Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of 18kt white gold Faraone Italy diamond hoop earrings. These earrings represent a beautiful blend of Italian craftsmanship and l...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiny Huggie Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Tiny Huggie Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Huggie Hoop Gold Earrings. 14 kt solid gold Huggie hoop gold earrings. 14k Gold Simple Huggies. Minimal...
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Earrings. Introducing a dazzling pair of earrings that seamlessly blend luxury and elegance – the Diamond Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Earrings....
Category

Late 20th Century European Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

2.40 Carats Total Asscher Cut Blue Sapphire with Mixed Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and attractive hoop earrings showcasing two rows of 16 asscher cut color-rich blue sapphires weighing 2.40 carats total, encrusted with 74 brilliant mixed cut diamonds ...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman Emerald & Garnet Hoops 14K Yellow Gold Renaissance Collection
Located in Austin, TX
David Yurman classic styling shines bright in these 14 karat yellow gold half-hoops accented with gorgeous garnets and emeralds. The iconic cable twist design is beautifully sleek as...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis Estate Hoof Hoop Clip-On Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
Prolific jewelry designer Ilias Lalaounis was born in Athens, Greece in 1920. Descending from a family of goldsmiths, he apprenticed under his uncle's jewelry firm to become a master...
Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Estate Diamond Ruby Large 18 KT Hoop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Estate large hoop earrings, beautifully hand crafted as unique Pave set with 2.90 Ct round brilliant cut Diamonds G VVS/VS Enhanced in the middle by an array of Natural Rubies totall...
Category

1970s European Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Channel Set Purple Teardrop Amethyst Handmade Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning pair of 14k yellow gold earrings feature an almost invisible channel set purple teardrop shaped amethyst, each with an approximate carat weight of 10. The light lavende...
Category

1980s Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemlok Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Finely made half hoop earrings by Gemlok with alternating baguette diamonds and round sapphires. Omega backs are hinged with posts. The earrings are 3/4" in length and 5'16" in width...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Carrara Y Carrara 1980s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ecuestre Horse J Hoop Earrings
Located in Fairfield, CT
Carrera Y Carrera is an icon for craftsmanship and charismatic fine jewelry and these earrings show no exception. Drawing inspiration from the equestrian world, these earrings displa...
Category

20th Century Spanish Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Vendome Slinky Dangling Hoop Earrings, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Slinky Dangling Hoop Earrings. These have the most divine look on. Clip on. These look so fabulous on and it is hard to describe....
Category

1980s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal, Gold Plate

Ted Muehling Twig & Pod 18K Gold Plated Brooch & Earrings
Located in Sharon, CT
Form, proportion and balance, all come together with Meuhlings' imaginative approach to natural organic form to create a highly original style. This vintage 'twig and pod' brooch an...
Category

1970s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

24k Gold, Gold Plate

Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ecuestre Horse Vintage J-Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Each centering a repoussé matte gold panel depicting a horse with a flowing mane. Set in a high polished gold wire frame. Tapered half-hoop design. Completed by posts with hinged omega backs. Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold. Numbered with maker's mark for Carrera y Carrera. Circa: 1980's. Measuring: 3/4 x 1 1/4. Total Weight: 17.4 Grams. Stock Number: We-11142 Known for their repoussé and natural themes, Carerra Y Carerra...
Category

1980s Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold and Diamond 'Comedy Mask' Motif Vintage Earrings, circa 1990
Located in Aspen, CO
Each of these comedy mask hoop style earrings has 6 masks and each mask is set with diamond eyes - adding an interest to each face. In all, the diamonds weigh .48 cts. These diamon...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Earrings" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Earrings" were designed by Betony Vernon in 1992. The "O'Ring Earrings" are a timeless classic of BV Jewelry. They are appreciated for their symbolic as well as their emp...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Harvey Begay Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wave Design Pierced Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Simple yet stunning 14 karat yellow gold hoop earrings by Harvey Begay. These unique contoured hoops give off a stylish, modern vibe while gently hugging ...
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiny Huggie Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Tiny Huggie Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Huggie Hoop Gold Earrings. 14 kt solid gold Huggie hoop gold earrings. 14k Gold Simple Huggies. Minimal...
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Romantica Romeo & Juliet Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. These 18 karat yel...
Category

1990s European Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faberge Guilloche Enamel and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely stunning earrings designed by Faberge. These exquisite half hoop huggie earrings are made of luxurious 18 karat yellow gold. The front is adorned with a polished red and b...
Category

20th Century German Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Double C Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Darnestown, MD
Cartier Double C earrings with alternating ribs of yellow and white gold. Each C is embellished with pave diamonds. Backs are posts and clips...
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Roberto Coin 1990s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Appassionata Half-Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Earrings are designed as half hoops with twisted basket-weave motif. Featuring round brilliant cut diamonds bezel set atop weave. Weighing approximately 0.20 carat total - eye clean ...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

14k White Gold Hoop Huggie Diamond Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.80 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: SI Measuremen...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K Gold Italian Huggie Buckle Earrings
Located in Venice, CA
These 18k gold earrings appear to be “buckled” into your earlobe. A circle at the top of the earring alludes to a buckle that curves and flows under the ears in huggie fashion. The g...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hammerman Brothers Diamond Hoop Earrings with Rubies and Emeralds
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant diamond hoop earrings by Hammerman Brothers. In addition to 3.3 carats of diamonds, each earring has a pear shaped ruby and emerald. The backs of the earrings are intentional...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

David Webb Oval Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
David Webb oval hoop earrings made of small strokes of gold. They look as though they were made with a tiny paintbrush. No effort was spared as the design continues throughout the ba...
Category

1960s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18K Buff Top Sapphire Diamond Back To Front Hoop Earrings 11.85cttw F Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A fabulous pair of lever-back hoop earrings done in 18K yellow gold set with approximately 6.40cttw in F-G color Vs1-2 clarity diamonds as well as approximately 5.45cttw in natural, ...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

"Short Spiral" 3.5 Carat Diamond Post Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A different take on diamond hoops, these lie flat against the ear and feature two rows of bright white diamonds. The hoop shape is torqued a bit so that they "spiral" to the back -...
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

14K Gold Emerald & Diamond Huggie Earring
Located in Great neck, NY
14K GOLD EMERALD & DIAMOND HUGGIE EARRING - Diamond Weight: 0.36 ct. - Emerald Weight: 1.28 ct. - Huggie Size: 0.50 " This piece is perfect for everyday wear and makes the p...
Category

20th Century Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Cabochon Burma Ruby and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Opulent Cabochon Burma Ruby & Diamond Earrings set in 18kt Yellow Gold. Hugging close to the Ear and bordered on each side by a row of Diamonds whi...
Category

1960s American Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier French 1990's 6.15 Carats Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisting Trinity
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inside/outside style earrings are designed as three twisting bands with round brilliant cut diamonds. Bead set in recessed channels and weighing approximately 6.15 carats total. F/G ...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Cartier 18k Gold Parrot Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Gold Parrot Hoop Earrings Hoops made of 18 karat yellow gold, with parrot birds motif and emerald stones for the eyes; marked Cartier / A...
Category

1980s Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond and 18kt Yellow and White Gold Rope Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
These two-tone Estate earrings feature three rows of 18kt yellow twisted gold rope overlaid by a crisscross of twenty-two round diamonds set in 18kt ...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Half Hoop Clip-on Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow gold half-hoop clip-on earrings circa 1980. Jacob's Diamond & Estate Jewelry. ABOUT THIS ITEM: This pair of attractive half-hoop earrings is loaded with all the sensibilit...
Category

1980s Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century French Diamond 18k Gold Hoop Earrings, Paris
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Beautiful Parisian 18k gold and diamond hoops, the fronts pavé set with diamonds, mounted on gold posts. France, 20th century, hallmarked ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Mini Earrings" 18 Karat Gold
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Mini Earrings" were designed by Betony Vernon in 1992. The "O'Ring Mini Earrings" are a timeless classic of BV Jewelry. They are appreciated ...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Onyx & Diamond .45CT Panther Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. These 18 karat yel...
Category

1980s Spanish Vintage Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.00 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Inside Outside Oval Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inside/outside style oval shaped huggie hoop earrings With round brilliant cut diamonds in shared prongs Weighing in total approximately 3.00 carats - G/H color with overall VS cla...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

1.50 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Inside Outside Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inside/outside style huggie hoop earrings With individually set round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 1.50 carats - G/H color with overall VS clarity Opens ...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

1.50 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Inside Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inside/outside style huggie hoop earrings With individually set round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 1.50 carats - G to H color with overall VS clarity Ope...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Contemporary 1.50 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inside/outside style huggie hoop earrings With individually set round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 1.50 carats - G to H color with overall VS clarity Ope...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

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