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18k gold hoop ear cuff with diamonds
By Lera Treyger
Located in Antwerpen, BE
elegance of resilience, and the fierce softness of presence. The smaller circle is 17 mm Ø, the bigger
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

XXXL Hoop earrings Pave setting 22ct 18KT white gold DIAMOND HOOPS
Located in Boca Raton, FL
supporting small businesses with your purchase! ABOUT US We are a family-owned business. Our studio in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Small Hoop Earrings 3.50 Carat
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful pair of Estate inside-out diamond small hoop earrings. Each earring is crafted in
Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

6.7 Carat Oval Emerald SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
These 6.7 Carat Oval Emerald SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings is a open
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

7ct Large Pave Hoop earrings 18KT rose gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning Elegant Pave hoop earrings in 18KT rose gold, very comfortable when on ears, diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sleek Double Shine Curve 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiate elegance with the Sleek Double Shine Curve 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings. These stunning
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2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Multi Hoop Diamond Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
These diamond earrings are small but have a lot of impact. Four overlapping hoops of white gold
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Vintage 1980s Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

0.60 Carat SI/HI Diamonds Tiny 18k Yellow Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings Gift for Her
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.60 Carat SI/HI Diamonds Tiny 18k Yellow Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings Gift for Her These earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Siriana small Earrings in 18k Gold Diamonds 3 Mother of Pearls
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Siriana Small Earrings in White & Rose Gold & Diamonds & 3 Mother of Pearl Pieces Siriana
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Hinged Hoops - Small
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Hinged Hoops with burnished diamonds - the matte finish
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rachel Koen 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Small Oval Hoop Earrings 3.30 Carat
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful pair of Estate inside-out diamond small oval shape hoop earrings. Each earring is
Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k Yellow or White Gold White Diamonds Small Size Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle 18 Karat White Gold & White Diamonds Small Size Earrings Gold Weight 3.80gr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Micro Pave Diamond Hinged Hoops - Small
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's modern yet timeless 18 Karat Gold Micro Pave Diamond Small Hinged Hoop Earrings will
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Round Hoop Earrings 18k White Gold Red Vitreous Enamel 22 Diamonds 0.22 ct 7 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round hoop earrings 18k white gold, Opera collection, translucent red vitreous enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Yellow and White Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Darnestown, MD
Yellow and white 18 karat gold small half hoop earrings with a row of five diamonds to add a touch
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Ippolita Rock Candy Quartz 3-Stone Hoop Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These elegant 18K yellow gold hoop earrings by Ippolita feature a refined three-stone design from
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Quartz

Handcrafted 18 Karats Rose Gold Scratched Satin Design Hoops Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Earrings. A Timeless hoops earrings, handcrafted in 18 karats Rose Hammered Scratched Gold. The perfect
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2010s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Handcrafted 18 Karats Yellow Gold Scratched Satin Design Hoops Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Earrings. A Timeless hoops earrings, handcrafted in 18 karats yellow Hammered Scratched Gold. The perfect
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

French 18 karat White Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The French 18 karat White Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamonds are a classic, refined and elegant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings with Crosses
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The hoop is as playful as it is powerful. There is a reason this earring style is the anchor of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Kord Bezel Set Emerald Cut Gem Quality Emerald Small Hoops Earring Set in
Located in Los Gatos, CA
David Kord Bezel Set Emerald Cut Gem Quality Emerald Small Hoops Earring Set in 18K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Muse 18K Gold Diamond Hook Earring
Located in Westport, CT
1.2mm Brilliant Cut Lab Diamond (Total 9) 7.5mm Width 18K Solid Gold F-G color, VS-SI1 clarity A small
Category

2010s American Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

French 1960s Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold Faceted Hoop Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 Karat, rose gold, eagle head hallmark. These vintage rose gold
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 4.59 carats of white pear, marquise, emerald cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
round diamonds set in 18k white gold. Approximately 3/4 of an inch in diameter. These earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
round diamonds set in 18k white gold. Approximately 1/2 an inch in diameter. These earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hammered 18 Karats Yellow Gold Open Hoop Circle Artisan Modern Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
artistry and modern style with these exquisite earrings. Details: Hammered 18 Karats Yellow Gold Open Hoop
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald-Cut Yellow Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
personality. Yellow sapphire earrings provide a bold pop of color to liven up your ear stack. Small hoop
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ralph Masri Modernist Diamond Sapphire Small Hoops
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elegant 18kt white gold hoops with diamonds and blue sapphires from Ralph Masri's Modernist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modernist Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold small hoop earrings set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Colored Sapphires 18 Karat Yellow Gold Creole Hoop Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat yellow gold. Fine creole earrings in yellow gold, each set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pave Set 1.40 crt Diamond and Gold Hoop Clip Earrings
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in good condition, design 18 kt earrings on the front and the side set with 80 brilliant
Category

2010s European Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Split Oval Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in London, GB
These small hoop earrings are the definition of classic and timeless with a subtle twist. Finely
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2010s English Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

White and Yellow Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hoop earrings are a fine jewelry necessity that works for so many occasions. Small huggie hoop lend
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Yellow Diamond Pear-Shaped Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hoop earrings are a fine jewelry necessity that works for so many occasions. Small huggie hoop lend
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Oval Hoop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold small hoop earrings set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels White Gold Diamond Perlee Clovers Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Perlee Clovers Hoop Earrings PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 145446
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Hoop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold small hoop earrings set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Pear-Shaped Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hoop earrings are a fine jewelry necessity that works for so many occasions. Small huggie hoop lend
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pave Set 2.22 ct Diamond and White Gold Hoop Clip Earrings
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in good condition, design 18 kt white gold earrings on the front set with 106 brilliant
Category

2010s European Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18 Karat Rose Gold Small Size Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Small Size 18K Rose Gold and three pairs of coloured puzzles Gold Weight 4.00gr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald and Diamond Pear-Shaped Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hoop earrings are a fine jewelry necessity that works for so many occasions. Small huggie hoop lend
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Black Enamel Diamond Gold Platinum Half Hoop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of classic large 18k yellow gold and platinum half hoop earrings by David Webb, set with
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20th Century American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

18 Karat Rose Gold 6.38 Carat Ruby and Diamond Modified Hoop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 6.38 Carat Ruby and Diamond Modified Hoop Earrings This exceptional vivid red
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2010s Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1.50 Carat White Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
These diamond hoop earrings are beautifully handmade and feature white small round brilliant
Category

Early 2000s Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold 5.15 Carat Diamond and Natural Emerald Modified Hoop Earring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 5.15 Carat Diamond and Natural Emerald Modified Hoop Earrings This glamorous
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Round Diamond Halo Style Huggie Hoop Earrings Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These gorgeous huggie hoop earrings in 18 karat white gold exude timeless elegance and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

3.6 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Pear Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.6 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Pear Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold The main feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Organic Hoop Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 0.96 carat with Diamond 0.90 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold and Diamond Unusual Comedy Mask Motif Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
measures 1 and 5/8th inches - east to west and 2 inches north to south. The hoops are 18K yellow gold and
Category

Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 4 Carat SI/H Diamond Square Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural 4 Carat SI/H Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Square Hoop Earrings features baguette cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ruby and Diamond Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 9.0 carats, Cabochon Ruby 1.63 carats and Diamond 4.45 carats Earrings set in 18K Gold
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Diana M. 18 kt white gold inside-out hoop earrings with halo design 5.90ct
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold inside-out hoop earrings with halo design adorned with 5.90 cts tw of diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby with Diamond Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.65 carats with Diamond 0.65 carat Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.5 cm
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Clash Diamond and Black Onyx Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
hoop earrigs. Crafted in 18k white gold, encrusted with round cut diamonds and set with black onyx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 0.80ct Diamond Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Give any outfit a glamorous flair with this pair of brilliant small thin hoop earrings from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold 0.80ct Diamond Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Give any outfit a glamorous flair with this pair of brilliant small thin hoop earrings from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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18k Gold Hoop Earrings Small For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k gold hoop earrings small you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 13 vintage or 118 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect 18k gold hoop earrings small may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 18k gold hoop earrings small from Maggoosh, Cartier and Sweet Pea — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 18k gold hoop earrings small can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 81 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and pear cut alternatives. Finding a 18k gold hoop earrings small for sale for women should be easy, but there are 25 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18k Gold Hoop Earrings Small?

The price for a 18k gold hoop earrings small starts at $221 and tops out at $21,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $1,987.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and 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 between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.

Questions About 18k Gold Hoop Earrings Small
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.