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Huge Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Cabochon, Emerald and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
diamond earrings, the perfect statement piece! The item comes without the box in the photos but will be
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1970s British Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage Large Turquoise Black Cabochon Cube Crystals Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Chunky Statement Elegant Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Pair of Earrings: Still Life Fruits in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
both formal occasions and everyday wear, these earrings are a statement piece that reflects
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1970s Italian Vintage Statement Earrings

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18k Gold

18K Gold Plated Bulgari Inspired 1980s Multi Stone Clip On Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
the focal point, with a lustrous faux pearl at the center. A true statement piece, these earrings
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1980s Vintage Statement Earrings

Richard Kerr 1980s Nautilus Shaped Turquoise Crystal Paved Clip on Earrings
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant statement clip on earrings designed by Richard Kerr in the 1980s. They are made up of his
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1980s American Vintage Statement Earrings

Vintage 14K Gold Tiger’s Eye Carved Dome Clip Earrings, 14.03 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
A sophisticated pair of vintage carved dome earrings featuring richly banded tiger’s eye gemstones
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Late 20th Century American Retro Vintage Statement Earrings

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Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold

Richard Kerr Dangle Clip on Earrings Amethyst Purple Crystal Rhinestones Paved
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous statement clip-on earrings designed by Richard Kerr in the 1980s. They are made up of his
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1980s American Vintage Statement Earrings

Richard Kerr Dangle Clip on Earrings Couture Color Crystal Rhinestones Paved
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant pair of impressive statement clip-on earrings designed by Richard Kerr in the 1980s. They
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1980s American Vintage Statement Earrings

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Taj Mahal Diamond Blue Enamel 18k Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
as a statement of personal style, these earrings are a symbol of discerning taste and an homage to
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1990s Vintage Statement Earrings

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White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

ROBERTO LEGNAZZI Enameled Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 2.51 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Roberto Legnazzi. These are a fabulous statement pair of earrings
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1990s Italian Modernist Vintage Statement Earrings

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

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Spiral Shell Leaf Modernist Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Spiral Shell Leaf Modernist Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Spiral Shell Leaf Modernist Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Spiral Shell Leaf Modernist Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Curled Flower Petals Crystals Leaf Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Curled Flower Petals Whole Sparkling Crystals Leaf Chunky Statement
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Glow Matte Interlocked Knot Twist Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Glow Matte Interlocked Knot Twist Chunky Statement Modernist
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Spiral Shell Leaf Modernist Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Spiral Shell Leaf Modernist Statement Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Trianon Amber Flower Earrings Estate Chalcedony Citrine 18k Gold Jewelry Clip-On
Located in Torrance, CA
cracks or chips. The large flower earrings make a statement on the earlobe. Ideal for day or evening
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Statement Earrings

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Amber, Chalcedony, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Light Blue Vintage Chanel Boutique CC Logo-Embroidered Blouse
By Chanel Boutique
Located in New York, NY
. Compliment the high neck with long statement earrings. 33" bust, 22" length, 28" sleeve length. Condition
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Statement Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Large Square Octagon Basket Woven Chunky Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Square Octagon Basket Woven Openwork Chunky Statement
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Asymmetric Triangle Ruby Crystal Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Crystals Chunky Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Only light colour loss at back of
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Navy Enamel Knot Interlocked Chunky Clip Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Navy Dark Blue Enamel Swirl Knot Interlocked Chunky Statement
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gripoix Orange Amber Cabochon Square Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Jelly Belly Chunky Statement Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Good condition. Some light scratches at
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Ciner Vintage Large Textured Circle Crescent Black Cabochon Gold Clip Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Wokingham, England
Ciner Vintage Large Textured Circle Crescent Black Cabochon Modernist Chunky Statement Clip
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Lalaounis 1970 Paris Biosymbols Free Form Earrings In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of free form earrings designed by Ilias Lalaounis. Statement pair of clips-on earrings
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Andrew Clunn 1970 Clips On Earrings In Solid Hammered 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Andrew Clunn
Located in Miami, FL
Clip on earrings designed by Andrew Clunn. An statement pair of earrings, created in New York city
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Vivid Wavy Leaf Row Crystals Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Vivid Textured Wavy Leaf Row Crystals Chunky Statement Clip
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Red Cabochon Double Swirl Twist Rope Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Signed at the back. Rare to find. A
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Black Enamel Oval Crystal Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% genuine. Some light scratches, barely
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Texture Shell Leaf Chunky Gold Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Textured Shell Leaf Chunky Statement Modernist Clip Earrings
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 1960s Massive Large Black Lucky Four Leaf Clover Circle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Round Coco Twist Swirl Rope Gilt Elegant Modernist Chunky Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very
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1960s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 1960s Massive Large Black Lucky Four Leaf Clover Circle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Round Coco Twist Swirl Rope Gilt Elegant Modernist Chunky Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very
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1960s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Miriam Haskell Glass Baroque Pearls Chains Choker Necklace Earrings c 1960s
By Miriam Haskell
Located in University City, MO
with gilt metal pansy flowers with a delicate glass enamel pearl The dangle clip-on statement earrings
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Mid-20th Century American Edwardian Vintage Statement Earrings

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Nina Ricci Vintage 1980s Black Enamel Crystals Leaf Fire Openwork Clip Earrings
By Nina Ricci
Located in Wokingham, England
. Fantastic statement 1980s earrings from the House of Nina Ricci. The Nina Ricci haute couture house was
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Nina Ricci Vintage 1980s Black Enamel Crystals Leaf Fire Openwork Clip Earrings
By Nina Ricci
Located in Wokingham, England
. Fantastic statement 1980s earrings from the House of Nina Ricci. The Nina Ricci haute couture house was
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Diamond and Ruby Swirl Candy Clip-On Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in London, England
intense in colour which doesn't make the earrings too busy. They're simply a perfect statement pair
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1960s Unknown Vintage Statement Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Textured Peanut No 8 Openwork Chunky Clip Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Textured Peanut No 8 Openwork Chunky Statement Clip Earrings
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Large Textured Vivid Shell Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Large Textured Vivid Shell Chunky Statement Modernist Clip
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Double Lake Blue Green Crystals Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Statement Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Vintage and rare to find
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Cross Shining Crystals Glow Chunky Gold Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Cross Shining Crystals Glow Chunky Statement Modernist Clip Earrings
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Huge Rectangle Ruby Crystals Chunky Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Statement Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Vintage and very rare to find. 100
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Large Textured Vivid Shell Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Large Textured Vivid Shell Chunky Statement Modernist Clip
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Textured Peanut No 8 Openwork Chunky Clip Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Textured Peanut No 8 Openwork Chunky Statement Clip Earrings
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Double Yellow Crystals Oval Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Chunky Statement Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Vintage and rare
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Leo de Vroomen 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Green Enamel Clip-On Earrings
By Leo de Vroomen
Located in Miami, FL
Bold and artistic, these statement clip-on earrings by renowned designer Leo de Vroomen showcase
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1990s British Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Huge Rectangle Ruby Crystals Chunky Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Chunky Statement Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Vintage and very
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Statement Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gripoix Ruby Double Layer Sunburst Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Flower Openwork Chunky Statement Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Vintage and
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Huge Gripoix Ruby Cabochon Circle Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Round Openwork Chunky Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Vintage and very rare to
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Double Yellow Crystals Oval Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Square Chunky Statement Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gripoix Citrine Six Crystal Flower Dome Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Openwork Chunky Statement Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe light scratches or
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Textured Vivid Large Shell Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Textured Vivid Large Shell Chunky Statement Modernist Clip
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

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Gold Plate

Seaman Schepps Ruby Clip on Earrings Sugarloaf Cuts 18K Yellow Gold ~5ctw Rubies
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Fairfield, CT
balance between comfort and statement-making style. These earrings are an excellent choice for those who
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1970s Retro Vintage Statement Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist 1970 Geometric Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 3.78 Ctw VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist Fluted earrings with diamonds. An statement pair of earrings, created with fluted
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Statement Earrings

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

Lalaounis 1970 Minoans and Mycenaeans Round Clips Earrings in 22kt and 18kt Gold
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of round Earrings designed by Ilias Lalaounis. Beautiful statement round shield earrings
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1970s Greek Greek Revival Vintage Statement Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leo De Vroomen London Oversized Enamel Earrings in Solid 18kt Gold with Hematite
By Leo de Vroomen
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-earrings designed by Leo De Vroomen. Beautiful and colorful statement geometric
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1990s English Modernist Vintage Statement Earrings

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Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Estate 18k Yellow Gold GIA Oval Cabochon Coral Diamond Omega Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous pair of coral and diamond stud earrings was crafted from solid 18k yellow and white
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1970s Vintage Statement Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boris LeBeau 1970 White Enamel Clip Earrings 18K Gold 23.12 Ctw Coral Diamonds
By Boris Lebeau
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Boris LeBeau. Colorful, flamboyant and statement pair of earrings
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1970s American Baroque Revival Vintage Statement Earrings

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

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Huge Oval Dots Chunky Gold Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Unisex Massive Huge Large Oval Dots Chunky Statement Dome Clip
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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Statement Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Huge Oval Dots Chunky Gold Clip Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Unisex Massive Huge Large Oval Dots Chunky Statement Dome Clip
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Statement Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

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Vintage Statement Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage statement earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Gold Plate and 18k Gold. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage statement earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Chanel, William De Lillo and Givenchy each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Pearl versions from the 10 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of bead, cabochon and round cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage statement earrings for sale are for women, but there are 31 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Statement Earrings?

Prices for vintage statement earrings start at $69 and top out at $7,500 with these earrings, on average, selling for $563.

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 Vintage Statement Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A statement earring is bold, eye-catching and typically colorful. Statement earrings add character to any outfit. They're flashy, big and sculptural and can even drape down to rest on the shoulder. Trendy statement earrings are made from gold, silver, colorful glass beads, shells, feathers and more. Shop a collection of vintage and modern statement earrings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    One way to tell if earrings are vintage is to research the maker. Search for maker's markings on the backs and then look up these marks using trusted online resources. From there, you can find out when the jewelry maker produced pieces similar to yours. Generally, earrings produced between 20 and 100 years ago are vintage. Another method for dating earrings is to examine their details closely. Most vintage earrings will show some signs of wear, such as faint scratches or tarnishing. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer date your earrings for you. Shop a wide range of vintage earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.