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White Diamond Big Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. These earrings are lightweight and have a big look.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

18 Kt Rose Gold Portofino Big Earrings With Diamonds
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
A playful, yet classy set of earrings that captures the fresh joy of a summer holiday. The vibrant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18kt Rose Gold Les Gemmes Multicolor Big Earrings with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
Bright, classy and bold, this earrings are all you need to jazz-up a minimal outfit or add a touch
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18kt Rose and White Gold Moon Chain Big Earrings with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
The original and captivating design of these dangle earrings won’t certainly go unnoticed. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

.925 Sterling Silver 1/5 Carat Multi-Stone Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
polished sterling silver. This incredible piece will give you that big earring look that you've always
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Big X Earrings
Located in London, GB
. The earrings are part of project_x. A collection inspired by the electronic music era. Length: 5.5
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Big X Earrings
Big X Earrings
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Sterling Silver Big Curve Earrings
By HSU London
Located in CLYDEBANK, GB
. Detailed with a curved structure and matt brushed finish. Big Curve Earrings is stylish to be paired with
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver  Big Curve Earrings
Sterling Silver  Big Curve Earrings
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H 0.6 in W 0.6 in D 0.4 in
Sterling Silver Big Curve Earrings
By HSU London
Located in CLYDEBANK, GB
. Detailed with a curved structure and matt brushed finish. Big Curve Earrings is stylish to be paired with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver  Big Curve Earrings
Sterling Silver  Big Curve Earrings
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H 0.6 in W 0.6 in D 0.4 in
18-Karak Gold Big Curve Earrings
By HSU London
Located in CLYDEBANK, GB
. Detailed with a curved structure and matt brushed finish. Big Curve Earrings is stylish to be paired with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

18-Karak Gold Big Curve Earrings
18-Karak Gold Big Curve Earrings
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H 0.6 in W 0.6 in D 0.4 in
Big Lapislazuli, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful earrings in 14 kt yellow gold structure mounted
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Big Lapislazuli, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Big Lapislazuli, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
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W 0.95 in L 1.19 in
Chanel Silver CC Big Snap Hoop Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Big Snap Hoop Piercing Earrings *Marked 03 *Made in France -Approximately 0.6″ x
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Early 2000s French Artisan Drop Earrings

Big Hoop Earring 925 Silver Diamond Hoop Dangle Earring Designer Wedding Jewelr
Located in Chicago, IL
Big Hoop Earring 925 Silver Diamond Hoop Dangle Earring Designer Wedding Jewelry Occasion Wedding
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Diamonds Sapphires Big Australian Pearls Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Dangle Earrings in 14Kt Rose Gold with Diamonds, Sapphires
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Stud Ruby Big Heart Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby stud earrings design as modern style.This earrings is special design because you can wear as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Stud Ruby Big Heart Earrings
18 Karat White Gold Stud Ruby Big Heart Earrings
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W 0.56 in L 0.75 in
Begin Earrings with Big Hand-Painted Enamel Scarabs
By Penelope Fine Jewelry
Located in Nicosia, CY
14K Yellow Gold Hand-painted Enamel Scarabs 0.07ct brilliant-cut Champagne Diamonds Scarab measurements: 1.8cm wide, 2cm tall Total Length: 4.0cm The Scarab speaks BEGIN, the Heaven...
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2010s Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Begin Earrings with Big Hand-Painted Enamel Scarabs
Begin Earrings with Big Hand-Painted Enamel Scarabs
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H 1.58 in W 0.71 in L 0.79 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Big Coral Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Vintage stud earrings realized with two ovals of big elatius
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage big Yves St. Laurent clip-on earrings 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very decorative clip-on earrings signed YSL. The upper part is made of pressed silver metal and
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal, Other

Vintage big Yves St. Laurent clip-on earrings 1980s
Vintage big Yves St. Laurent clip-on earrings 1980s
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W 1.78 in D 0.2 in L 3.15 in
7.42 ct Diamonds, 6.50 g Big australian Pearls Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Charming and elegant earrings in 14K yellow
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Gold Earrings Featured Two Big Fire Opal and Diamonds
By Illario
Located in Bari, IT
Black gold earrings featured two big fire opal and diamonds designed from Illario. Tthey are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold

Big Hoop Inside-Out Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Big Hoop Inside-Out Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold 2.90 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI
Category

2010s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Chanel Gold Quilted Big CC Drop Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage chanel clip on drop earrings. Very good vintage condition overall. Comes with its case.
Category

1990s Drop Earrings

Messika 2.98Cttw Gatsby Diamond Big Hoop Earrings 18K White Gold
By Messika
Located in New York, NY
Elevate any attire with these dazzling diamond inside out hoop earrings. Crafted in highly polished
Category

2010s Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold 18 Karat White Diamond Big Elegant Hoop Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
GOLD 18K Diamond 300-RND-7,34-G/SI1A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Chrysoprase Earrings silver Kite Shaped Luminous Mint Green Natural Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver earrings with big Chrysoprase chrysoprase origin - Australia chrysoprase measurements
Category

2010s German Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Silver

Blue Topaz Earrings, 14 Karat White Gold Large Oval Blue Stud Earrings, Big Gem
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These blue topaz earrings are a modern design set in 14 karat white gold! Each earrings holds an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Big Garnet Carnation Flower Stud Earrings Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
These gorgeous Big Garnet Carnation Flower Stud Earrings are crafted from the finest material and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Round Amethyst Cabochons Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Round Amethyst Cabs measuring 10mm in diameter set in
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2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Oval Cabs Gold Diamonds Big Size White Baroque Pearls Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 4 oval shape Blue Sapphires
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Oval Green Onyx Cabochons Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Green Onyx Cabs measuring 9 x 11 mm set in solid 14
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2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Oval Blue Sapphires Cabochons Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Blue Sapphire Cabs measuring 10 x 11 mm set in solid
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Size Pear Baroque Pearls Oval Blue Sapphires Cabochons Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rich and chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Blue Sapphire Cabs measuring 10 x 11 mm set in
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Oval Solid Opal Cabochons Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Solid Opal Cabs measuring 9 x 11 mm set in solid 14
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Oval Solid Opal Cabochons Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Solid Opal Cabs measuring 9 x 11 mm set in solid 14
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Size White Baroque Pearls Gold Diamonds Blue Sapphire Rubies Enamel Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
composed of 2 Big White Baroque Pearls with a diameter of 14,5 mm each. In 1978 our workshop started in
Category

Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Big Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Natural Peridot Stones on the Side
By Coalesce BCN
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hex nut shaped silver earrings with 2.75 mm peridot stones on one side of each earring. . Sold as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Hoop Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Sterling Silver

Big Flower Earrings 18 Karat Gold with Round Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Big Flower Earrings 18kt Gold With Round Diamonds. A Cascade of Blue sapphires for an Elegant and
Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

17.65 Carat Amethyst Big Cluster Stud Earrings in 925 Silver for Wedding Gift
Located in Houston, TX
These gorgeous Amethyst Big Cluster Stud Earrings are crafted from the finest material and adorned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Multi Sapphire and Diamond Big Hoop Earrings in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Multi Sapphire and Diamond Big Hoop Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Size Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Oval Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Ruby Cabs measuring 10 x 11 mm set in solid 14 Kt
Category

Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Bang Sapphire Drops
Located in Houston, TX
Put your admirers in mind of a sky full of fireworks - because any time you wear these Big Bangs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Rhodium

Big Double Face Pink Opal Diamonds Drop with Pear Cut Diamonds Evening Earrings
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Big Double Face Pink Opal and Diamonds Drop with Pear Cut Diamonds Evening Earrings. Exceptional
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Octagon Cut Emerald Halo Diamond Big Stud Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Octagon Cut Emerald and Diamond Big Stud Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Olong Starr Tritant Big
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Introducing THE OLONG COLLECTION. The idea of this collection came about when we started experimenting with residual materials and the use of a press machine. We love to experiment ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

24k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Olong Starr Tritant Big
Olong Starr Tritant Big
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W 1.23 in D 0.04 in L 3.27 in
0.38 ct White and Green Diamonds, 12.02 g Big australian Pearls Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Classic dangle earrings in 14K white gold composed of
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Big Size Pear Shape Cream Color Pearls Oval Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic earrings with a pair of Oval Ruby Cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Big Size Pear Shape Cream Color Pearls Oval Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic earrings with a pair of Oval Ruby Cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Big Floral Clip-On Studs Earring with Brilliant Ruby & Diamonds in 14k Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
illuminating diamonds making a statement. Floral ruby with diamonds stud earrings in 14K gold. Embrace your
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Big and Bold 18k Yellow Gold Vintage David Webb Hammered Finish Bombe Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
pair of earrings measures a full 1 1/8 inches in height and 1 1/4 inches in width. Deep melon vertical
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big Coral and Diamond Earclips
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A pair of earclips, each with a big coral cabochon and marquise cut diamonds. The corals have a
Category

20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Baguette Jewellery 14K Yellow Gold Big Size Rough Hoops with Diamonds
Located in Teşvikiye, 34
Baguette Jewellery 14K Yellow Gold Big Size Rough Hoops with Diamonds Jewellery is an expression
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Big Studs with BurmeseNatural Sapphires and Rosecut Diamonds Handcrafted in Gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
diamonds all around it. The earring is handcrafted in 18Karat yellow gold and has beautiful and intricate
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

fuusenkazura oval ring earring / vintage earring, vintage jewelry, beads earring
Located in Sammu shi, JP
fresh mint green Swarovski is snugly attached to the ear. The oval part below the Swarovski makes a big
Category

2010s Japanese Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Brass, Titanium

Magnolia Earrings
Located in Dubai, AE
Ngg Jewelz Fleur Magnifique Collection Big Magnolia Earrings These flowers are often associated
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2010s Emirian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, 24k Gold

Magnolia Earrings
Magnolia Earrings
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H 5 in W 5 in L 5 in
Hot Fashionable Inside Out Hoops in Sterling Silver & Big Size Cubic Zirconia
Located in New York, NY
Hot Fashionable Inside Out Hoops in Sterling Silver & Big Size Cubic Zirconia Hot Fashionable
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2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Zircon, Sterling Silver

Diamond Dangle Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely diamond earrings that you can use in cocktail party.The design is very elegant look.Big
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Dangle Earrings
Diamond Dangle Earrings
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W 0.4 in L 1.38 in
hanamizuki bouquet earring / vintage jewelry , vintage beads, vintage earring
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, 1970s metal parts size:length 4cm Although the earrings are a little long, they
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2010s Japanese Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Brass

18 Kt Rose and White Gold Moon Big Chain Necklace with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
A handmade contemporary jewelery piece with a modern design, this pendant necklace is a dazzling fashion statement. The evocative charm of the central amethyst blends with the innova...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Diamond Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920-30s, 14k. These stunning Art Deco diamond earrings each feature a brilliant 1.20-carat
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Earrings
Art Deco Diamond Earrings
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Dm 0.88 in
Bucherer Gold Hoop Earrings
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k, by Bucherer, Swiss. These are the big, bold, gold hoops that your mom wouldn't
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Early 2000s Swiss Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Bucherer Gold Hoop Earrings
Bucherer Gold Hoop Earrings
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Natural Diamond Earrings 2.07 cts 18 Karat White Gold Statement Earring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
earrings consist of two clusters—one small cluster and one big cluster—both adorned with shimmering
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Big Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of big earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 15 vintage editions and 35 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of big earrings to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern big earrings are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Tutti Frutti Jewellery, La Fleur Jewels and Bibi van der Velden are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 25, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, oval cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our big earrings for sale are for women, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Big Earrings?

Prices for big earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $328 and can go as high as $98,849, while big earrings, on average, fetch $3,900.

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 Big Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Big earrings are typically called statement earrings. The name comes from the fact that these earrings make a bold fashion statement. You can find many styles of statement earrings, including clusters, dangles and drops. Materials also vary and may include precious metals, gemstones, pearls, beads and more. Shop a variety of earrings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Whether a 1-carat earring is too big depends on your personal preferences. An individual earring with a 1-carat stone will usually cover a good portion of the earlobe without completely hiding it. As you shop for studs, keep in mind that there is a difference between total carat weight and carat weight. The carat weight refers to the weight of each earring, while the total carat weight is the combined weight of both earrings in a pair. A 1-carat earring set would actually typically include two 0.5-carat earrings, which are generally small enough to keep most of the earlobe visible. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gemstone earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether 1-carat is too big for earrings is largely a matter of personal opinion and preference. Some people may prefer to wear larger 1-carat earrings for formal evening events and other special occasions. However, others will wear 1-carat earrings to help punctuate any outfit. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of gemstone earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    A big size for hoop earrings is 40 millimeters and up. At 40 millimeters, hoops are roughly the size of a ping pong ball, while 50-millimeter hoops resemble a golf ball. The largest hoops are generally 60 to 70 millimeters� the sizes of billiard balls and baseballs, respectively. On 1stDibs, find a variety of hoop earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, it can be okay to wear big hoop earrings. Regularly called oversized hoops, these earrings are usually more than 40 millimeters in diameter. The large size can be a good option for pairing with dresses for evenings out. However, keep in mind that big hoop earrings have long been a fashion staple for Black and Latino cultures, and the styling of your attire should be sensitive to this context. For women in Black and Latino communities, hoop earrings have long been associated with strength. Their symbolism as indicators of identity stretches back thousands of years, including to ancient Nubia. Find a wide range of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.