French Platinum Earrings
1990s French Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1940s French Drop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1930s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s French Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
French Drop Earrings
Diamond, Coral, White Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
French Drop Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Chandelier Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s French Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Edwardian Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century French Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold
French Clip-on Earrings
Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Post-War Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Drop Earrings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century French Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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.
- Is platinum good for earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, platinum can be good for earrings. Many people love the cool color and sleek appearance of platinum, and the metal can be beautiful on its own or used as a setting for gemstones. Platinum is unlikely to tarnish, fade or require refinishing as it ages, and it is fairly resistant to scratches as well. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of platinum earrings.
- What are French clip earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023French clip earrings are a type of earring with a specific backing. The design is typically characterized by an open wire clip with a hinge that swings shut to fit over the post and rest against the back of the earlobe. A benefit of the French clip is that it helps to keep earrings from bending or shifting during wear. Explore a large selection of French clip earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a French clasp earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A French clasp earring is a pierced earring with a uniquely designed backing. Specifically, the French clasp is a curved wire mounted on a hinge that fits over the post after you insert the earring. Also called the French clip, the hardware helps to keep earrings from rotating or bending in a piercing. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of French clip earrings.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 24, 2021French wire in earrings is a type of back that features a curved hook that goes through your ear. The hook is open at the back, and the earring can sit on the earlobe without an earring back.
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