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Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat White Gold These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also with Rubies or Emeralds. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

18 Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Clip-on Earrings with Rubies and Amethysts
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
rose skin type of skin. They can be ordered with sapphires, rose tourmalines, indicolites, emeralds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Earrings are available also with Emeralds or Rubies. These Earrings are available also in 9, 14 or 18K
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Purple Amethyst Earrings Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
set in 18 Gold & Silver - And has Natural Gem stones, like Ruby, Emerald, Fancy color Sapphires and
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, Silver, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut Rubies. These Earrings are available also with Emeralds or Blue Sapphires. All our Earrings have
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Blue Sapphire White Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Dangle Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Modern Round Cut Sapphires. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Emeralds. All our Earrings
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold...

Art Deco White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Sapphires. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Emeralds. All our Earrings have pins for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

1.74 Carat Emerald 14 Karat Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This beautiful hoop earrings is handmade in 14K gold. It is set with 1.74 carats emerald and .71
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 2.04 Carats Vivid-Red, Burmese Rubies Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.90 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Emeralds. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Blue Sapphires. All our Earrings have pins for
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Round Cut and Pear Cut Blue Sapphires. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Emeralds. All
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire Tahiti Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire & Tahiti Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue sapphires - 26
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Certified Ruby Diamond Halo Stud Earring in 14K Yellow/White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
). Available with Blue Sapphire and Emerald center stones. Ruby gemstones often undergo enhancement treatments
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Pear Cut Emerald Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut and Round Cut Emeralds. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Blue Sapphires. All our
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

8.89 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Wedding Dangle Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
8.89 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Wedding Dangle Earrings 14 Karat White Gold The earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

8.89 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Wedding Dangle Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
8.89 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Wedding Dangle Earrings 18 Karat White Gold The earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Jewelry These earrings feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Natural Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry These earrings are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

20.26 CTW Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
20.26 CTW Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 18 Karat White Gold These earrings are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold and Gem Set Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Cabochons with Baguette and Round Diamonds. Total weight approximately
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Modern Style Stud Earrings with Natural Emeralds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
, sapphires, rubies, or other gems. Each pair of these earrings is meticulously handcrafted, with careful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yello...

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Purple Amethyst Earrings Set in 18k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
in 18 Gold & Silver - And has Natural Gem stones, like Ruby, Emerald, Fancy color Sapphires and
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond Pearl Ruby Earrings 14K Certified Huge French Georgian 1700s
Located in Sylvania, GA
, Fine Colombian Emeralds, Sapphires, and Antique Aquamarines set in Solid 18k Gold, 14K Gold, and
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Antique Late 18th Century Unknown Georgian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style 0.20 Carat Ruby Enamel Yellow Gold Drop "Horses" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Earrings are available also with Emeralds or Blue Sapphires. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Emerald Earrings Diamond Vintage Certified GIA Natural VS Giant 24.12 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
EARRINGS & BOX! HUGE RICH GREEN TRANSPARENT 18.08 CARATS NATURAL EMERALDS ARE CROWNED WITH 6.04 CARATS OF
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20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

1.04 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Diamond Pierced Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Sapphires. These Earrings are available also with Emeralds or Rubies. All our Earrings have pins for
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Zambian Emerald Double Halo Pave Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Double Halo Pave Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 14k White Gold These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Double Halo Pave Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Double Halo Pave Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 18k White Gold These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings SI/H Diamond 48k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings SI/H Diamond 14k White Gold Jewelry These earrings feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Chain Loop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
earring. See other gemstones, emerald and ruby. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Emeralds. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Style Zambian Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 14 Karat Rose Gold These earrings feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Contemporary Stud Earrings in 18 Karat Rose Gold with Natural Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
, such as sapphires, emeralds, tanzanites, tourmalines, rose or lemon quartz, blue topazes, or red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage 1970s Multi-Gem Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
carats, Oval cut Rubies weighing approximately a total of 1.60 carats, Oval cut Emeralds weighing
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Vintage 1970s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 18 Karat Rose Gold These earrings feature
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Modern Rubies Diamonds Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
elegance. Available in sapphire earrings and emerald earrings. Specialized in antique and creation jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco Zambian Emerald Diamond Statement Stud Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Bochic “Orient” Ruby Multi Gem Starburst Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
feature exquisite gemstones such as Ruby, Emerald, Fancy Color Sapphires, and Baroque white South Sea
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topaz...

AIGS Certified 3.93 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Nouveau Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Ruby White Gold Stud Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Earrings are available also with Blue Sapphires or Emeralds. These Earrings are inspired by Art Nouveau
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 8.83 cts Emerald with Diamond 18K Earrings
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
creations span from diamonds and emeralds to rubies and sapphires. 8.83 cts Emerald with Diamond 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Smartphone RBG Tri Color Dangle Earring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Ruby , Sapphire and Emerald are used in this wacky design. In a twist to art deco, this earring
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2010s Japanese Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. These Earrings have 1.20 Carats of Round Cut Emeralds. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Minimalist 1.37TCW Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings For Girlfriend 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Minimalist 1.37TCW Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings For Girlfriend 18k White Gold. Emeralds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Minimalist 1.37TCW Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings For Girlfriend 14k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Minimalist 1.37TCW Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings For Girlfriend 14k White Gold. Emeralds are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Certified Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Stud Earring in 14K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
CGL Certified 3/4 Carat Oval Cut Natural Emerald and Round Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings In 14K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Turquoise Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Turquoise. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or Blue Sapphires. All our Earrings have pins for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterli...

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry These earrings feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry These earrings feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Turquoise Enamel Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also with Emeralds or Blue Sapphires. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

“Capri”, Ruby, White Blue Opal Earrings Set in 22 Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
collection is set in 22 Gold & Silver - And has Natural Gem stones, like Ruby, Emerald, Fancy color Sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

8.18Tcw Zambian Emerald Natural Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
8.18Tcw Zambian Emerald Natural Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Emeralds are symbols
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

AIGS Certified 2.29 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Cut Stud Earrings with Diamond Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Emerald Cut Stud Earrings with Diamond Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry Each piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

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Emerald Ruby And Sapphire Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of emerald ruby and sapphire earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 94 vintage editions and 42 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of emerald ruby and sapphire earrings bearing Retro or Contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by David Webb, Georgios Collections Inc and Royaal Stones Ltd are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, emerald cut and oval cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our emerald ruby and sapphire earrings for sale are for women, but there are 31 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Emerald Ruby And Sapphire Earrings?

Prices for emerald ruby and sapphire earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $163,000, while emerald ruby and sapphire earrings, on average, fetch $4,700.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.