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Item Ships From: USA
Superb Diamond Earrings Elegantly Swiss
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, Swiss. Set with 6.0 carats of brilliant white diamonds (G color VS clarity) and festooned with two gorgeous 14mm pearls, the look is full-on glamour. For seemingly...
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1980s Swiss Vintage USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Diamond Hoop Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 13mm pearls of fine quality nacre and beautiful lustre. The pearls are suspended from 2 hoops set with round diamonds of top...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Contemporary 8.50 CTW Pink Sapphire Diamond Tourmaline 18K Fringe Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as fanning cluster surmounts suspending concentric circular disk drops with articulating fringe Surmounts are prong set with square step cut and oval cut tourmalines with ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Spirit Range 3 Cirlces Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow gold 22.3g
By Chopard
Located in Northbrook, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite Chopard earrings. Crafted with precision, these earrings feature a captivating circular design that exudes elegance. Made from lu...
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21st Century and Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flowers Petal Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Flowers Petal Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings captures the essence of delicate beauty, combining luxurious 18k white gold with the sparkle of natural diamonds. Each petal-li...
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2010s American Modern USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Spectra Fine Jewelry, Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Garland Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
From the Egyptians to the royal jewels of kings and queens, the cabochon emerald is one of the oldest and most coveted gemstones used since ancient times. Famous Egyptian emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary American USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage coral diamond 18k yellow gold earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage 18k yellow gold earrings feature two cabochon cut corals, accented by 84 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 carats, F color, VS clarity. A bold ye...
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1980s Modern Vintage USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Wood Earrings 14 Karat Gold 2.25 Inch Modern Wooden Modernist Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular pair of antique Retro Mid-Century Modern Wood and 14 Karat Gold Earrings. The dramatic 2 1/4 inch long wooden earrings have classic Retro Mid-Century Modern de...
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20th Century Unknown Retro USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A pair of the beautiful earrings comprising two briolette emeralds, weighing a total of approximately 33.35 carats, with floral tops, set with round and marquise-shaped diamonds, wei...
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21st Century and Contemporary American USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 14k Gold & Silver 0.44ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Floral Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Buttercup Prong Set - Very Nice White Color - 0.44ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold w/ Silver Front & Di...
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19th Century Antique USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamond Modern Pear Baguette Dangling Earring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These modern pear baguette earrings are crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, weighing approximately 9.85 total carats of SI-V Quality white diamond. French ...
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2010s American USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Amethyst, Peridot, Citrin & Topaz Set 18K Gold&Silver Earrings
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Amethyst, Peridot, Citrin & Topaz Set 18K Gold&Silver Earrings Natural Citrin Cabochons 4 carats Natural Amethyst 5 carats Natural Blue Topaz 5 carats Natural Per...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Peridot, Amethyst, Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

London Blue Quartz and Diamond Paradizia Earrings
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Rich London Blue faceted Hydro Quartz large pear shape drops, suspended from pave diamond bar posts. Item #E3118 Make a statement by adding a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

KDM Ornate/Detailed 22 Karat India Royal Wedding Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
KDM Ornate/Detailed 22k India Gold Earrings. These earrings must be owned to appreciate. This is a one of kind design featuring colored emeralds & rubys throughout. These earrings are very luxurious and often worn at weddings/anniversaries or very special occasions. They measure 1.3” x 3.7” and weight 30.6 grams of 22k solid gold...
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1990s Emirian USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Blue Lapis Lazuli Oval Cabochon Silver Diamond Halo Drop 18k White Gold Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Blue Lapis Lazuli Oval Cabochon Silver Diamond Halo Drop 18K White Gold Earrings 2.00 CT Silver White Diamonds Genuine Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Slice Gemstones Important Information: P...
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2010s American Art Deco USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Judith Ripka 3.80 Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering oval cut sapphires weighing 2.60 carats total - transparent medium blue Prong set with an oval shaped surround accented by twisted rope motif segments Featuring a surround ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

3.2 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
The earrings are a captivating floral design, featuring 1.31 carats of yellow diamonds with a rose cut. The center showcases a cluster of yellow diamonds, surrounded by white diamond...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle 1.82 TDW Teardrop Shape
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle 1.82 TDW Teardrop Shape These estate earrings are made in solid 14K White Gold. The center square diamond is .08 carat. 34 Round brilliant cut...
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20th Century USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Steven Battelle 13.5 Carats Carved Ruby 18K Gold Drop Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two flower-pattern, pear shaped carved ruby cabochons approximately 10 x 14 mm dangle below a simple matte finish fluted component and safety clasp wires in this Steven Battelle desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.30 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold drop earrings featuring two Gold South Sea pearls measuring 13-14 mm flanked with round brilliants weighing 0.30 carats.
Category

2010s American Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Elegant Kenneth Jay Lane Grey Pearl and Pave Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Kenneth Jay Lane Grey Pearl and Pave Earrings in the Schlumberger style. Gold caps with pave accents and grey pearl shaped pearls. Clip back fittings. 1960's USA. 2.5" x .75...
Category

1960s American Vintage USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

【Crown Radiance】Emerald Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These captivating Aurora South Sea Pearl Earrings are the epitome of elegance and sophistication. Featuring luminous South Sea pearls of exceptional quality, they are accented with 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, White Gold

Steven Battelle 2.0 Carats Multicolored Natural Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Three multicolored rose-faceted natural diamonds of yellow (3 mm), grey (4 mm) and brown (5 mm) coloration are set in simple 18K gold matte-finish bezels and dangle below 18K safety-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Meghna Jewels Turquoise Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are set with 12.42 carats Turquoise, .68 carats emerald and 1.13 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storef...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Yianni Creations Blue Topaz and Diamond Silver Gold Two-Tone Dangle Earrings
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
These Yianni Creations dangle earrings have been crafted in Greece for Eclyps Collection. This is our bigger size style earring all 100% Handmade from Fine Silver. Each earring featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, White Diamond, Topaz, Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver...

MEGHNA JEWELS Leaf Filigree Cubic Zircon Faux Emerald Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Gold Leaf enhanced by dozens of twinkling CZ stones and faux emerald drop earrings. These earrings hit all the trends in an elegantly beautiful way. Earrings have a post closure for ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Zircon, Gold Plate, Brass

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings #18983
By Omega
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings These elegant pearl earrings each feature one round pearl (15 mm) and five round brilliant cut diamonds set in brushed 14K yellow gol...
Category

20th Century Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5 grams. Totally is diamond 1.93 ct. The diamond is has F color and vvs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
Category

2010s European Modern USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Yianni Creations 2.20 Carat Blue Topaz and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
These are Yianni Creations earrings all handcrafted in an island in Greece from 18 Karat Yellow Gold, using special ancient techniques of workmanship - brushed texture and liquid edge, making a beautiful contrast of mat and shiny effect. Each earring features 1.10 Carat Oval shape...
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Long Orange Spiny Oyster Post Earrings w/ Diamonds 14kt Yellow Gold by Kabana
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Long, Orange Spiny Oyster Post Earrings with Diamonds, 14kt Gold, 1 1/2" in length, perfect day or night. All designs may be custom-ordered in many of Kabana’s stones, including: sleeping beauty turquoise, turquoise, four-star opal...
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2010s American Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Dangle Earrings with Pearl Drop in 14k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Vintage Diamond Dangle Earrings with Pearl Drop in 14k White Gold Vintage Diamond and Pearl Earrings features Round Brilliant Diamonds set in 14k White Gold with a South Sea Pearl ...
Category

20th Century North American USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold

Steven Battelle 3.6 Carats Kyanite Diamond 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two bright blue 6 x 9 mm pear shaped faceted kyanites are suspended below 18K gold safety-clasp ear wires with 4 "jawan" granulation at the join. The kyanites are set in 18K gold be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Kyanite, 18k Gold

Long Carved Aquamarine Dangle Earrings
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An Attractive pair of Aquamarine Earrings. The carved aquamarines in a leaf pattern, set in 14k yellow gold. Each aqua is slightly different in shape...
Category

1960s American Vintage USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Yellow & White Diamond Slice 18k Yellow Gold Drops Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A magnificent crafted pair of drop earrings, featuring irregular shapes of yellow diamond slices. Each diamond slice reflects the warm hues of the 18kt yellow gold, adding a touch of...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Yianni Creations Citrine Fine Silver and Palladium Geometric Dangle Earrings
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations Ammos Collection 100% Handmade Artisan Earrings from Fine Silver plated with palladium to protect the jewels from the Elements. Each earring feature a 1.25 Carat Ova...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Palladium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier Trinity 18k tri-colour gold three band diamond earrings
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
The Cartier Trinity earrings showcase a classic and sophisticated design crafted from 18k tri-colour gold, featuring white, yellow, and rose gold bands. Each earring consists of thre...
Category

2010s French USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings #18061
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Earrings These elegant earrings each feature eight round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yellow gold. Omega back closures. Approximate t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 3.20 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classy pair of drop earrings featuring two GIA Certified pear-shaped diamonds weighing 3.20 carats total, F-G Color, and SI2 in clarity. Suspended on another pear-shaped diamond we...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Shell Cameo Diamond Drop Earrings in Silver and 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Angelic this Shell Cameo Diamond Drop Earrings in Silver and 18K Gold is sweet. Closure: Push Post 18kt Gold: 7.03gms Diamond: 2.84cts Sh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

18K Yellow Gold Sun Ray Pattern Triangle Deco Drop Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The classic Art Deco sunburst is re-imagined in these 18k yellow gold drop earrings. Beginning with a kite, line work evokes the sleek geometric shapes from the period. Next descends...
Category

2010s American USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Domed Hinge Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Emerald Domed Hinge Earrings feature emeralds set in a classic matte finished dome bezel and attached to ear wires. The hinge detail adds movement while the ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Damiani Spicchi di Luna 2.12ct Pave Diamonds Italian Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Damiani
Located in Aventura, FL
The unique collection of "moon jewelry" Spicchi di Luna by the Italian brand Damiani has presented its new addition - luxurious Spicchi Luna earrings, made of 18-karat white gold and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Trianon Crystal and Diamond Interchangeable Button/Drop 14 Karat Earrings
By Trianon
Located in New York, NY
Designed with matte crystal and accented with bezel set diamonds , these earrings can be worn 2 ways. The drops can be removed and the earring worn as a button. They measure 1-5/8" i...
Category

1990s American Retro USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The hinge movement enhances the bright sparkle of the micro pave diamonds on these earrings. Handcrafted in 18 karat gold, Faye Kim's signature chiclet shape is aesthetically pleasin...
Category

2010s American Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Dangly Star Sapphire Stud Drop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Dangly Star Sapphire Stud Drop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold ​ ​Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Earring Length: 20 mm long ​ ​Total Weight: 4.9 Grams Gemstone Specification...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

【Crown Radiance】Emerald Tassel & South Sea Pearl Masterpiece Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of movement, light, and legacy. These earrings from the Crown Radiance collection draw inspiration from the architectural elegance of royal domes and the fluidity of ce...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Turquoise Pink Tourmaline Green Gaspeite Statement Earrings, Lynn K Designs
By Lynn K Designs
Located in Oakland, CA
Experience the allure of luxury with our handcrafted 18k Royal Yellow Gold earrings, meticulously designed by renowned jeweler Lynn Kathyrn Miller of Lynn K Designs. These exquisite dangle earrings showcase the captivating cushion sugarloaf cut Sleeping Beauty Turquoise...
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2010s American Artisan USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold

14k White Gold Black & White Pave Diamond J Hoop Earrings, App. 1.80 TCW
Located in Fairfield, CT
Black & White Diamond J Hoop Earrings Set in 14K White Gold Make a truly elegant statement with these J-hoop style earrings. Adorned with contrasting black and white diamonds and cra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Castellani Antique 15 Karat Gold Hollowform Pendant Earrings
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Handsome Etruscan Revival 15kt yellow gold hollowform drop earrings on wires, decorated with granulation and lentil motifs, bearing maker's marks for Castellani. The earrings measure...
Category

1870s Victorian Antique USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage Art Deco Emerald Cut Garnet and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Art Deco Emerald-cut Garnet and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings. Each earring Hand set with an Emerald-cut Garnet, weighing approx. 12tcw for bot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Sacred Heart Spider Earrings, MWLC
Located in New York, NY
Long flaming Sacred Heart Earrings with Antique overtones in a modern mash up of styles and periods. Poured glass hearts in ruby and amythest gla...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian 7.28 Cttw. Natural Pink & Blue Sapphire/Diamond Earrings in 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Victorian 7.28 Cttw. Sapphire and Diamond Long Drop Earrings in 18K/925 – a captivating blend of timeless elegance and modern design. These exqu...
Category

2010s Victorian USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

RUCHI Pear Shaped Emerald & Diamond White Gold Floral Chandelier Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Emerald: 3.68ct total weight. Diamonds: 5.87ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Set in Gold Tone. These are some of the most stunning earrings in my collection. The colors, of course, and the way they are made. They are just exceptional. They will always be relevant. They are well-made and make a statement. They are just classy and chic. Clip On. Always In Style. Clip on. I also have them in blue. Acquired in Paris. Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, pretty, intelligent, well-educated but poorly endowed bride who has to marry a petty official; thus, suffering from the limitations of living a life with a husband that lacked any exquisite qualities. One day, to entertain his dejected spouse, her husband receives an invitation to a ball and gives his wife the 400 francs he had saved for a hunting rifle so that she can order an appropriate dress. However, when the dress is ready, it becomes clear that it is lacking jewelry, and it would be impossible to attend the ball while looking so poor. The protagonist approaches her wealthy childhood friend, with whom she was raised at the monastery, and borrows a diamond necklace from her. The ball is a great success, and she is the centre of attention. However, when the woman returns home, she discovers that she has lost the necklace. To conceal her faux pas from her friend, she buys a new necklace identical to the one she lost. To pay it off, the woman gets into a huge debt, which, over the years, gradually drags her down the social ladder from the bourgeoisie to poverty. Ten years later, having lost her good looks, the woman encounters her friend on the Champs Elysees, who still looks young, beautiful, and rich. The protagonist reveals to her friend the entire story about the necklace, but her friend replies in amazement that the diamonds were fake and would “cost 500 francs at most.” Maison Gripoix starts out with a dramatic story. In 1869 (or a year earlier, according to other sources), Paris master glassmaker Augustina Gripoix began creating replicas of pearls and crystals, casting glass into various shapes and colors and setting them in the most sophisticated settings. She used the pâte de verre (glass paste) technique, whereby a traditional ceramic or gypsum form was filled with a multi-colour piece of glass and special gluing substances and then baked in a furnace, resulting in objects featuring fantastical hues. Only Augustina made her crystals by pouring the melted glass paste into the press moulds, skipping the furnace step, allowing her to achieve the purity of colour, transparency, and shine. She found a simple method to create beautiful jewelry, and thus, Marquises, Duchesses, and Princesses queued up. Madame Gripoix would then create replicas of their own jewelry in case of robbery, loss, or for unusual pieces to be used in their new wraps, neckpieces, or boas. The so-called ‘costume jewelry’ emerged to a large extent thanks to the work of Maison Gripoix. Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890s when she began creating necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage and later designed costume jewelry for the first high fashion house of Charles Frederick Worth. Later, Paul Poiret, the leading couturier of 1910, contacted her, and she created sophisticated Oriental-style jewelry for him to match his famous Oriental costumes, based on the aesthetic of Diaghilev’s initial Russian seasons. The value of costume jewelry was now being recognized in its own right and not just for imitation purposes. The taste of emancipated young girls, who were gaining more and more freedom and opportunities, was best met with bijouterie. So in the 1920s, when Augustina’s daughter Susan became the head of the House, Gripoix prospects became even more exciting. Girls with short-cropped hair in short dresses zoomed by in open-top cars wearing bijou rather than diamonds. Everyone ordered bijouterie from Madam Gripoix during this period, from Jeanne Lanvin to Jean Piguet; however, the best relationship Gripoix had was with Gabrielle Chanel. It is well-known that Chanel, a fan of large jewelry with large stones, made bijouterie super fashionable. Chanel brought copies of Byzantine jewelry to Susanne Gripoix. She asked her to create the pieces in that same style, requesting, “Let everyone think that this jewelry is not new, but found somewhere on an excavation site nearby Rue Camborne.” She was so satisfied with the result of her order that she remained a faithful client of Gripoix for several decades. This was how the famous byzantine style of Chanel jewelry was brought to life, fancying golden Maltese crosses with large multicolor stones and matching bracelets, cabochons, and massive brooches, all of which have become a part of the Gripoix Chanel liked to combine both natural and imitation stones in a single item; for example, she would pair natural and imitation pearls in a single necklace. Gripoix made them in such a way that it was impossible to distinguish between them. Susanne Gripoix created exceptional, irregularly shaped pearls from glass for Chanel, imitating the baroque pearls. They were enameled in her workshops with mother-of-pearl to obtain some of the soft shine characteristic of natural pearls . As the leading supplier to the couturier houses in Paris, Gripoix collaborated with many renowned designers, including Cristóbal Balenciaga, Pierre Balmain, and Christian Dior, as well as Yves Saint Laurent and, later, Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However, it was the cooperation with Chanel that was the most significant, both for Chanel and for Gripoix. Today, Gripoix is no longer a family-owned company, but the House still crafts jewelry, although the style has undergone considerable changes over the last few years. The jewelry has become more straightforward, more graphical, and even minimalistic. In 2011, however, Gripoix and Catherine Baba...
Category

1980s French Modern Vintage USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Diamond Ruby Heart Earrings 18K Rose Gold Dangle Drop
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ruby Heart Earrings 18K Rose Gold Dangle Drop This amazing estate pair of earrings is finely crafted in solid 18K Rose Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed) and set with ge...
Category

Late 20th Century USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

SABBADINI Diamond and Pearl Bracelet & Earring Suite
By Sabbadini
Located in New York, NY
This Italian suite features baroque pearls that stagger organically shaped baubles of diamond-pave. Fluidity in movement is the best way to describe both pieces when worn. The bracel...
Category

1980s Vintage USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 4 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Dangle Halo Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA 4 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Dangle Halo Earrings
Category

2010s Italian Modern USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Revival 2.54 Carat Diamond Double-Drop Platinum Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A glimmering pair of Art Deco style diamond drop earrings boasting 2.54 carats of natural dazzling diamond beauty. The large, modern sparkling brilliant cut diamonds dangle and dance...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco USA - Drop Earrings

Materials

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

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