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5.06 Carat Old European Cut O–Q VS Diamond Two-Tone Gold Halo Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Title: These exquisite vintage two-tone gold drop earrings showcase 5.06 total carats of Old European Cut diamonds in a striking and timeless design. Each earring features a beautifu...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Puffed Dual Finish Wavy Large Hoop Cuff Omega Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold - Hollow Design - Solid Gold Weight: 12.03 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (pierced ears are required) Front Width: 13.6mm (0.53") Outer Height...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 2.37ct Emerald Cut Diamond Drop Earrings 18k
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond with trapezoid diamonds and halo earrings, GIA certified. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 4....
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Philippe Ferrandis Waves Earrings in White and Gold
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
PHILIPPE FERRANDIS His style and audacity soon seduced great Parisian fashion houses such as Balmain, Nina Ricci, Givenchy, Chantal Thomas, Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera… He w...
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2010s French Modern Drop Earrings

Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold drop earrings. Handmade and assembled with natural coral. Earrings total weight 21.60 grams Only coral...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted Diamond Turquoise Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Hot-Air Balloon Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yel...

Diamond Drop Earrings 2.48 Carats in 18K White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
These striking contemporary drop earrings feature a bold chain link design entirely pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 2.48 carats (VVS-VS clarity, D-G colour). The open ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Buccellati 18K Gold Leaf Motif Earrings
Located in Flushing, NY
Buccellati 18K Gold Leaf Motif Earrings Marked: Buccellati ITALY 18K Approximate Dimensions: 2.2 cm (Length) 2.2 cm (Width) 6.1 grams in weight.
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Green Jade Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of earrings, each crafted in 14k yellow gold, featuring jade stones of rich green hue. The design showcases a teardrop motif, elegantly suspended from a secure screw-b...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graff Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
These exquisite drop earrings by the renowned jeweler Graff showcase round cut sapphires with a total weight of 6.23 carats and round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 3.98 carats. Set...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Temple St. Clair Moonstone Sapphire Emerald Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
Temple St. Clair Drop Earrings featuring Diamonds and Cabochon Moonstone, Sapphire, Tsavorite. 1.5" Length 20 Grams
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2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Rodney Rayner Diamond "Truffle" Collection Earrings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rodney Rayner, creation of diamonds and rose gold from the "Ruffle Colection". This, pieces carries all the proper hallmarks to insure that it is genuine Rodney Rayner, 18K Rose Gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Retro Platinum Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Vintage Retro Platinum Diamond Drop Post Earrings, set with four round brilliant-cut diamonds; total weight approx: 2.20 carats, color: H-I, clarity: VS. Larger diamonds are ...
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20th Century Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1960s Van Cleef Arpels 18.00 Carat Diamond Bombe Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 124 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 18.00 carats. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels Circa 1963
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1960s Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Classic Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pear of earrings in a timeless design. 3.41 carats of pear, marquise, round and special cut diamonds. F/G in color VS clarity set in 18k white gold. The pear shape d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co 2.05 Carat Round Brilliant G VS1 Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany & Co Title: Tiffany & Co 2.05 Carat Round Brilliant G VS1 Diamond Platinum Earrings Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 2.05 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Color: G Clar...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chanel Runway Earrings, Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Amazing long Chanel Runway Earrings, Maison Gripoix. Completely handmade bezels with signature ruby, emerald and sapphire poured glass accented ...
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1990s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal, Bronze

Vintage 18k White Gold Sheen Glass Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These vintage drop earrings feature clear stones paired with shimmering sheen glass, all set in luxurious 18k white gold. The combination creates a soft, ethereal glow that catches t...
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Freshwater Pearl Earrings 14 Karat Gold Grey 23.2 Mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Large Freshwater Pearl Diamond Earrings 14k Gold 23.2 mm Certified $1,950 914371 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” mor...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine London Blue Topaz Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning Jewelry Designer, Lauren Harper, these 18kt Solid Gold hand made earrings feature faceted 1.74cts of Aquamarine and London Blue Topaz set in an intricate op...
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2010s American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold

Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 9.62 carats with Diamond 1.44 carats Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 2.8 cm Total Weight: 11.37 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Shape 26 Diamonds 18K White Gold Ear Climber Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of elegance to any outfit with these stunning Multi Shape 26 Diamonds 18K White Gold Ear Climber Earrings. Designed to capture light from every angle, these earrings feat...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Alex Jona Turquoise 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Earrings
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18k rose gold pendant earrings with two flat cut turquoise pebbles. Chain length: 2.2 in /56 mm. Turquoise dimensions: W 0.52 in/ ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings in Platinum Description: A graceful pair of vintage drop earrings featuring luminous white pearls suspended from a refined line of baguette ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Diamond Circle Drop Gold Earrings with GIA-Certified No-Heat Burma Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
A striking fusion of rarity, elegance, and modern glamour, these 14K White Gold Diamond Circle Drop Earrings feature two intricately carved Burma sapphires totaling 5.22 carats, acco...
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Drops 18kt Gold 0.12kt Diamond Amethyst Turquoise Dangle Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, Art Deco Style Drops 18 Karat Gold Green Agate Amethyst Carnelian Turquoise 0.12 Karat White Diamonds Dangle Earrings Drops Earrings made of 18k Yellow Gold, carnelian, green agate, amethyst, turqouise and 0.12 karat white diamonds. Vivid splashes of color that pay homage to the typical palettes of the Decò more genuine taste, for an extroverted and sophisticated femininity, suitable for the most diverse occasions. They're also jointed so that makes them some really comfortable earrings. Let your jewelry complete your regal look. Diamonds are the perfect glimmering accessory for everything from your casual outfit to a cashmeres wether, to a formal gala gown...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Carnelian, Amethyst, Agate, Yellow Go...

Art Deco Faux Pearl Fringe Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Art Deco faux pearl fringe earrings from the 1930's. Tiny faux pearls are strung on a pierced fretwork and off graduating chains. Screw back fi...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

1.51 Carat SI/H Round Baguette Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Embrace timeless elegance with our natural diamond stud earrings crafted in solid 18K gold the perfect blend of sophistication, purity, and lasting value. Each earring features handp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

BULGARI Revamping
Located in PARIS, FR
BVLGARI earrings in 18k rose gold and diamonds. Condition: excellent condition. Length: 4.2 cm. Motif width: 2 cm. Diamond weight: approximately 0.20 carats. Total weight: 13.08 g....
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2010s Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

61.22 Carats Chalcedony Purple Jade Sapphire Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Very Beautiful Dangle Earrings of Purple Color Jade & Chalcedony. The earrings are surrounded by white diamonds & blue sapphires. There are 21.00ct in Purple Color Jade & 61.22ct Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold,...

Diamond Mono Earring in 18K Vermeil Gold – She’s an Alien
Located in London, GB
Meet She's an alien mono earring designed to stand apart. Crafted in luminous 18k gold vermeil, this piece features a sculptural alien pendant that feels both futuristic and sensual...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Double Galaxy Earrings Dangle Earrings in Sterling with Sparkling White Stones
Located in Carlisle, MA
This Double Galaxy Dangle earring design with a total of 160 hand-set sparkling white zircon - that twinkle their way into your heart. The Small top earring is 3/8" x 1/2" and the b...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Zircon, Sterling Silver

Rock Crystal Pebble Pearl Drop Earrings In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Combining natural forms with contemporary design, these sterling silver earrings are adorned with rock crystal gemstones and white baroque pearls. Gemstone size - approx. 10 x 14mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Diamond Floral South Sea Pearl Earrings 0.96 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 13-14 MM
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White gold drop earrings featuring a diamond floral motif with 8 Marquise Diamonds weighing 0.79 Carats, 13 round brilliants weighing 0.17 carats and two South Sea Pearls me...
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2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Steven Battelle 1.0 Carat Grey Diamond Granulated 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 5 mm rose cut grey "rough" diamonds are centered in 18K gold discs surrounded by artisan crafted radiating geometric "jawan" granulation, all dangling below post earrings with si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

11.33 Carat Colombian Emerald Detachable Drop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white and yellow gold with 2 C. Dunaigre certified Colombian Emeralds, one weighing 5.86 carats and the other 5.47 carats. The earrings feature Pear-Shaped and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

22k Gold and Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of finely tooled 22K gold dangle earrings with faceted round emeralds around the ball portion. A floral motif post with detailed workmanship. Late 1990's.
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald

Steven Battelle 7.0 Carats Apatite Diamond Drop 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Simply beautiful 10 x 12 mm faceted pear shaped Apatites are set in simple matte-finish bezels and dangle below 1.8 mm VS1 diamonds in similar settings. Apatite (very rare in this s...
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2010s Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Apatite, 18k Gold

Platinum Diamond Blue Topaz Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of platinum earrings, featuring natural blue topaz gemstones beautifully arranged in a classic design and accented with brilliant diamonds. The elegant shape symboliz...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, Platinum

Beaded, quartz , natural stone and silver necklace, 20th century – Italy
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Beautiful and very Fun necklace with a striking and colorful design. It is made up of multiple rows of beads, which extend from two natural stones and two larger silver beads at the top, right where the part that goes around the neck begins. The small beads are organized in several rows that overlap and hang in an elegant arc around the neck and chest. This necklace evokes a bohemian and artisanal air, thanks to the mix of bright and varied colors in the beads. The arrangement of the rows of beads adds a sense of volume and texture, making the piece rich in visual details. Its design takes elements from traditional and ethnic styles. These types of necklaces are common in various cultures, especially in African jewelry...
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Early 2000s Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Silver

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Round Openwork Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning blue sapphires shaped as open circular frames, beautifully accented with sparkling diamonds and additional sapphires. The intricate openwork design adds a delicate, airy f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Hoop Design by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two12mm 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 Drop Earrings

Materials

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

c1982 Tiffany Co Earrings Picasso Coral Turquoise Gemstone Drops 18k Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage Tiffany & Co crescent moon earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold. Paloma Picasso created a number of iconic pieces during her tenure at Tiffany & Co s...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Hematite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pink Sapphire Stone 4.33 cts in 18K White Gold Earrings w Dia/GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiating elegance and romance, these 18K white gold earrings feature a total of 4.33 carats of natural pink sapphire, celebrated for its soft, captivating hue and exceptional brilli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Teardrop Vintage German Glass Beads on Gold filled Chain
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage German glass beads edged with 24K gold on 14K gold-filled chains and ear studs. The vintage German glass beads are considered rare and collectible, circa 1920s-1960s. *Our ...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Marina B Citrine Bead Earring
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vintage Marina B Citrine Bead Earring, signed and numbered.
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1980s Italian Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Lapis Lazuli Emerald Sapphire Gold Diamonds Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tops are 2 round Lapis Lazuli buttons with small round emerald cabs in the center,middle part in White Gold Small Full Cut Diamonds and Blue Enamel,bottom parts are 2 big Jade...
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1980s Thai Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Aquamarine Drop Earrings 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold featuring Custom-Cut Pear Drops of Shimmering Aquamarine Aquamarine: 13.11cts 18k White Gold: 5.78g From Karma El Khalil's Conversations With The Moon Collection...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Diamond Emerald Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...

Diamond Dangle Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and stylish pair of diamond earrings with great movement. They feature 2.00 carats of fine round brilliant-cut diamonds set around the earrings. The center of the earrings hav...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Goossens Paris Renaissance Heart Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Since 1950, Goossens has been designing and creating jewelry and furniture imbued with a unique wealth of expression and aesthetic vitality. Fertile and infinite, the sources of ins...
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2010s French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal

18ct Gold 1920s Art Deco Onyx Diamond Drop Earrings (Conversion From Cufflink)
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Earrings 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1920s Introducing these exquisite 18ct white gold Art Deco cufflink conversion earrings. A true testament to elegance and g...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

YSL Jeweled Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Silvertone jeweled earrings from Yves Saint Laurent with large stone and jewel decorated dangling hoops. Clip back fittings. 2.5" x 1.25". France 1980s.
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1980s French Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

18K White Gold Tanzanite and 1.56 TCW Diamond Omega-Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 18k white gold pair of omega-back earrings features a richly saturated tanzanite at the center of each earring, framed by an elegant halo of sparkling diamonds totaling ...
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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Michael Kneebone Tahitian Keshi Pearl Diamond Gray Moonstone Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
Gray moonstones are paired with Tahitian Keshi pearls in these one-of-a-kind button earrings. The moonstones (origin: India) are medium gray in color, perfectly matched and well pol...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Modern Citrine 18K Yellow Gold Dangle Deco Style Classy Drop Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karats Yellow Gold Modern Citrine Dangle Earrings. This classy pair of dangle earrings is handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold and enriched wit...
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Diamond Emerald Bead Drop Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco platinum drop design earrings, featuring natural emerald beads drops, suspended from tapered diamond-set platinum 1.3" section. The drop shape, natural Emeralds measuring ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18K White Gold Yellow Diamond Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Yellow Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold - 4.43 GM Yellow Diamonds - 0.20 CT White Diamonds - 0.74 CT Nurati Jewelry's classic diamond earrings captivate with their ex...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold

Striking Faux Diamond Baroque Pearl Drops Tassel Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Faux Diamond Baroque Pearl Drops Tassel Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings. Drop Earrings with glittering CZs, suspending cascading multi strands of large Cultured Freshwater Baroque Pearls on Black Rhodium Sterling Silver CZ chains from a CZ stud...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Crystal, Sterling Silver, Silver

Rare Important 18KT Gold Gorgeous VERDURA 18KT Gold Sea Shell Cabochon Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Pair of Important Estate Radiant VERDURA 18KT Gold and Cabochon Earrings. the polished gold shell-form earrings each accompanies by ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond, Pearl and Antique Drop Earrings

Earrings are a timeless accessory. Women have been wearing studs and hoops in civilizations as far back as Ancient Egypt. Diamond drop earrings, pearl versions and other antique drop earrings have a long history as well.

While hoops will always be beautiful, drop earrings hold their own as dazzling accessories, and jewelry designers have explored different variations on this style of earring over time.

Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone that drops just below the earlobe. These accessories were popular in the Art Deco era, which encompassed the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design.

There were many influences on Art Deco jewelry; among them, the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. Today, the popularity of long Art Deco drop earrings can be attributed to the influence of Coco Chanel. These earrings are frequently characterized by simple shapes, clean lines and an integration of colorful stones such as blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies to accent the pieces’ diamonds. Indeed, during the 20th century, as technology for diamond cutting improved, diamond drop earrings and other diamond jewelry came into wide popularity. Formal examples of diamond drop earrings pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold drop earrings make great daytime accessories.

While there are at least several types of earrings you could be wearing right now, drop earrings work well for anyone who favors a minimalist look. Whatever the occasion, find a wide range of antique, diamond and pearl drop earrings on 1stDibs.