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Diamond-Set Teardrop Earrings
Diamond-Set Teardrop Earrings

Diamond-Set Teardrop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Diamond-Set Teardrop Earrings Description: These striking teardrop-shaped earrings are crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold and feature a playful yet elegant design with scattered b...

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20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Christian Dior Teardrop Earrings 1980s
Vintage Christian Dior Teardrop Earrings 1980s

Vintage Christian Dior Teardrop Earrings 1980s

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Vintage Dior Teardrop Earrings. Crafted in gold plated metal. In very good vintage condition.

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1980s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Ruby Marquise Cluster Open Teardrop Earrings
Ruby Marquise Cluster Open Teardrop Earrings

Ruby Marquise Cluster Open Teardrop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Ruby Marquise Cluster Open Teardrop Earrings Description: Composed of vibrant marquise cut rubies arranged in a open teardrop design, these earrings offer a graceful silhouette with...

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20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Double Dangle Teardrop Earrings
Vintage 14K Gold Double Dangle Teardrop Earrings

Vintage 14K Gold Double Dangle Teardrop Earrings

Located in Bradenton, FL

14K Gold Vintage Double Dangle Teardrop Earrings feature a sleek double dangle design with a modernist flair.

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Gold & Crystal Teardrop Earrings 1980s
Vintage Gold & Crystal Teardrop Earrings 1980s

Vintage Gold & Crystal Teardrop Earrings 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Big and glitzy Vintage Crystal Teardrop Earrings. Crafted in gold plated metal and set with glass crystals.

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1980s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Vintage Monet Pearl & Crystal Teardrop Earring 1980s
Vintage Monet Pearl & Crystal Teardrop Earring 1980s

Vintage Monet Pearl & Crystal Teardrop Earring 1980s

By Monet

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Monet Pearl Teardrop Earring. Crafted in gold plated metal set with a glass teardrop faux pearl and crystals.

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1980s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Gold Teardrop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Gold Teardrop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold

Gold Teardrop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Pretty teardrop earrings in 14k yellow gold. They are nice and light on the ear with a great look.

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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx Teardrop Earrings and Ring with Diamonds 14k Gold
Onyx Teardrop Earrings and Ring with Diamonds 14k Gold

Onyx Teardrop Earrings and Ring with Diamonds 14k Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Gorgeous teardrop earring and ring set crafted from 14k Gold and set with an Onyx center stone and two rows of VS1 diamonds.

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage Gold & Blue Shoulder Duster Teardrop Earrings 1990s
Vintage Gold & Blue Shoulder Duster Teardrop Earrings 1990s

Vintage Gold & Blue Shoulder Duster Teardrop Earrings 1990s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Vintage Gold Teardrop Earrings. Featuring hammered gold teardrops set with cabochon blue glass stones.

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Single Teardrop Earring #26921
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Single Teardrop Earring #26921

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Single Teardrop Earring #26921

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Single Teardrop Earring An authentic Tiffany & Co single earring designed by Elsa Peretti, crafted in sterling silver featuring her iconic ...

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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chanel Gold Enamel Pearl Teardrop Earrings, 1990s Vintage Design
Chanel Gold Enamel Pearl Teardrop Earrings, 1990s Vintage Design

Chanel Gold Enamel Pearl Teardrop Earrings, 1990s Vintage Design

By Chanel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Chanel Gold Enamel Pearl Teardrop Earrings In excellent condition. Three separate parts make up these gorgeous dangling design.

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1990s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Vintage 14k White Gold 1.08tcw Diamond Articulated Teardrop Earrings
Vintage 14k White Gold 1.08tcw Diamond Articulated Teardrop Earrings

Vintage 14k White Gold 1.08tcw Diamond Articulated Teardrop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

These vintage articulated teardrop earrings are a refined and highly elegant pair, set with 1.08 carats total weight of diamonds in a graceful white gold design that emphasizes movem...

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Citrine Textured Teardrop Earrings Long 2.5" Drops 14k Yellow Gold Estate
Citrine Textured Teardrop Earrings Long 2.5" Drops 14k Yellow Gold Estate

Citrine Textured Teardrop Earrings Long 2.5" Drops 14k Yellow Gold Estate

Located in Torrance, CA

Fine detailed pair of contemporary citrine and oversized teardrop earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold. Each earring is set with a round faceted citrine whose rich honey-gold color c...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Silver Gold Teardrop Earrings
Rose Cut Diamond Silver Gold Teardrop Earrings

Rose Cut Diamond Silver Gold Teardrop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Pair of silver and gold accent earrings with rose cut diamonds. Earrings are 28mm long, 12.5mm wide. Weight - 7.7 grams.

Category

20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Onyx and Diamond Platinum Teardrop Earrings, circa 1970s
Onyx and Diamond Platinum Teardrop Earrings, circa 1970s

Onyx and Diamond Platinum Teardrop Earrings, circa 1970s

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Elegant earrings featuring an oval onyx set in a platinum and diamond frame pear shaped teardrop frame.

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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

1950s Blue Aurora Borealis Iridescent Gemstone Teardrop Earrings
1950s Blue Aurora Borealis Iridescent Gemstone Teardrop Earrings

1950s Blue Aurora Borealis Iridescent Gemstone Teardrop Earrings

Located in London, GB

These clip-on earrings are in a teardrop-shaped array of round stones around one large central round stone.

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1950s American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

0.5ct Diamond Fluted 18K Gold Teardrop Earrings, Circa 1960s
0.5ct Diamond Fluted 18K Gold Teardrop Earrings, Circa 1960s

0.5ct Diamond Fluted 18K Gold Teardrop Earrings, Circa 1960s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Set into the base of that sweep, a teardrop of pavé diamonds breaks the ribbed gold with a bright, compact burst of white, twenty-two round brilliants set closely enough to read as c...

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1960s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis Lazuli & 1.5ct Diamond 18K Gold Teardrop Earrings, Circa 1970s
Lapis Lazuli & 1.5ct Diamond 18K Gold Teardrop Earrings, Circa 1970s

Lapis Lazuli & 1.5ct Diamond 18K Gold Teardrop Earrings, Circa 1970s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Two teardrop-shaped lapis lazuli cabochons anchor this striking 1970s pair, their deep cobalt-blue surfaces polished to a glossy shine that shows the stone's characteristic fine gold...

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1970s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Diamond Cable Teardrop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
David Yurman Diamond Cable Teardrop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

David Yurman Diamond Cable Teardrop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By David Yurman

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Nested teardrops of David Yurman's signature cable cascade from a pear-shaped top in these dramatic drop earrings, each graduated loop framing the next to create a mesmerizing sense ...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kenneth Jay Lane Emerald Green Cubic Zirconia and Crystal Teardrop Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane Emerald Green Cubic Zirconia and Crystal Teardrop Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane Emerald Green Cubic Zirconia and Crystal Teardrop Earrings

Located in Milford, DE

Kenneth Jay Lane Emerald Green Cubic Zirconia and Crystal Teardrop Dangle Earrings These striking dangle earrings by Kenneth Jay Lane exude classic glamour with a modern twist.

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Late 20th Century American Artisan Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Emerald

Vintage Maison Gripoix Pate De Verre Poured Turquoise Glass Teardrop Earrings
Vintage Maison Gripoix Pate De Verre Poured Turquoise Glass Teardrop Earrings

Vintage Maison Gripoix Pate De Verre Poured Turquoise Glass Teardrop Earrings

By Maison Gripoix

Located in Wilmslow, GB

An exceptional pair of early French Vintage Maison Gripoix Earrings dating to at least 1940s, possibly earlier. The legendary House of Gripoix played perhaps the greatest role in the...

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

14 Karat Yellow Gold Polished Tension Leverback Teardrop Earrings, Hand Engraved
14 Karat Yellow Gold Polished Tension Leverback Teardrop Earrings, Hand Engraved

14 Karat Yellow Gold Polished Tension Leverback Teardrop Earrings, Hand Engraved

Located in Palm Desert, CA

These earrings are made of 14 karat yellow gold with a tension lever back. The earrings hold ear drop shaped, scalloped edge piece of gold, measuring 0..39mm depth. On the earrings ...

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Mid-20th Century American Late Victorian Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scallop Hollow Teardrop Earrings, Omega Post Backing, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Scallop Hollow Teardrop Earrings, Omega Post Backing, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Scallop Hollow Teardrop Earrings, Omega Post Backing, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Palm Desert, CA

These striking teardrop, or pear-shaped, hollow earrings are crafted in luminous 14 karat yellow gold and finished with a rich, high-polish surface.

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1980s Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Pair of Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Teardrop Earrings
Pair of Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Teardrop Earrings

Pair of Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Teardrop Earrings

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From the Teardrop series. Marked to each earring. Together with their original pouch and box.

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20th Century Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cellini Jewelers NYC 18 Karat Gold Teardrop Earrings with 1.00 Carat Diamonds
Cellini Jewelers NYC 18 Karat Gold Teardrop Earrings with 1.00 Carat Diamonds

Cellini Jewelers NYC 18 Karat Gold Teardrop Earrings with 1.00 Carat Diamonds

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 18 karat shiny yellow gold, these teardrop shaped earrings center a single row of round diamonds set in white gold.

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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diamond Teardrop Brushed White Gold Earrings
Diamond Teardrop Brushed White Gold Earrings

Diamond Teardrop Brushed White Gold Earrings

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Brushed 14K white gold teardrop earrings with a bezel-set 0.35 carat pear-cut diamond in the center of each.

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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Earrings
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Earrings

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Earrings by Tiffany & Co. With 32 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. .40ct These earrings are for pierced ears.

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1980s American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Diamond Teardrop Emerald Screw Back Yellow Gold Earrings
Mikimoto Diamond Teardrop Emerald Screw Back Yellow Gold Earrings

Mikimoto Diamond Teardrop Emerald Screw Back Yellow Gold Earrings

By Mikimoto

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Emerald Teardrop Earrings by Mikimoto. With 28 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately 0.95ct 2 pear shape emeralds ...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Givenchy Hammered Drop Earrings
Givenchy Hammered Drop Earrings

Givenchy Hammered Drop Earrings

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

Givenchy hammered gold teardrop earrings. 1980s. Clip back fittings.

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1980s French Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Cartier Trinity Vintage 18k Tri-Color Gold Drop Earrings
Cartier Trinity Vintage 18k Tri-Color Gold Drop Earrings

Cartier Trinity Vintage 18k Tri-Color Gold Drop Earrings

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

Yellow Gold and Multi-Tone Gold Teardrop Earrings. Cartier. Hallmarked: Cartier, 750, Serial.

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20th Century Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

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

.20 Carat Diamond Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Tear Drop Clip Post Earrings
.20 Carat Diamond Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Tear Drop Clip Post Earrings

.20 Carat Diamond Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Tear Drop Clip Post Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Elegantly designed with timeless sophistication, these beautiful textured style teardrop earrings feature two round luminous cultured pearls accented by approximately .20 carats of s...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Teardrop Kiss Earring 1980s
Pearl Teardrop Kiss Earring 1980s

Pearl Teardrop Kiss Earring 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Pearl Teardrop Kiss Earring. A striking gallery, ribbed and with criss-crossing, reminds us of kisses!

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1980s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Vintage LANVIN PARIS Flower Teardrop Pearl Dangling Earrings
Vintage LANVIN PARIS Flower Teardrop Pearl Dangling Earrings

Vintage LANVIN PARIS Flower Teardrop Pearl Dangling Earrings

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage LANVIN PARIS Flower Teardrop Pearl Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic LANVIN PARIS. - 3 dimensional flower earrings with dangling teardrop pearl. - Gold tone hardw...

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1980s French Vintage Teardrop Earrings

14K White Gold Diamond Teardrop Loop Earrings
14K White Gold Diamond Teardrop Loop Earrings

14K White Gold Diamond Teardrop Loop Earrings

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1990 Item Details: Metal Type: [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.8 grams Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: Weight: 4.00ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: Clarity: Measuremen...

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1990s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K White Two Tone Gold Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings
14K White Two Tone Gold Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings

14K White Two Tone Gold Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Located in Hallandale Beach, FL

14K white and two-tone gold teardrop dangle earrings featuring numerous brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.5 carats.

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Vintage 5.60 carats Diamond Platinum Teardrop Dangle Earrings
GIA Vintage 5.60 carats Diamond Platinum Teardrop Dangle Earrings

GIA Vintage 5.60 carats Diamond Platinum Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Located in Miami, FL

Presenting a beautiful pair of Platinum Diamond earrings. Teardrop dangling earrings adorned with 34 natural Brilliant round and Baguette diamonds.

Category

1980s Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sparkling Teardrop Pavé Dangle Drop Earrings, Circa Late-20th Century
Sparkling Teardrop Pavé Dangle Drop Earrings, Circa Late-20th Century

Sparkling Teardrop Pavé Dangle Drop Earrings, Circa Late-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A chic and glamorous pair of vintage dangle drop crystal earrings, circa late 20th century (1980s–1990s). A beautifully crafted pair featuring pavé‑set round cut crystal stones — a t...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Pear Teardrop White Topaz and Diamond Gold Drop Vintage Earrings
Pear Teardrop White Topaz and Diamond Gold Drop Vintage Earrings

Pear Teardrop White Topaz and Diamond Gold Drop Vintage Earrings

Located in Montreal, QC

Elegant Finely detailed Diamond and Pear White Topaz Gold Drop Vintage Earrings. Each earring securely Hand set with a Teardrop-shaped White Topaz, weighing approx. 20.44tcw for both...

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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Teardrop Turquoise and Round Green Turquoise Gold Drop Earrings
Vintage Teardrop Turquoise and Round Green Turquoise Gold Drop Earrings

Vintage Teardrop Turquoise and Round Green Turquoise Gold Drop Earrings

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Gold Drop earrings featuring Tear Drop Turquoise, weighing approx. 25tcw for both, suspended from Round Green Turquoise. Hand-crafted 14K White and Yellow Gold moun...

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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle 1.82 TDW Teardrop Shape
Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle 1.82 TDW Teardrop Shape

Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle 1.82 TDW Teardrop Shape

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold Dangle 1.82 TDW Teardrop Shape These estate earrings are made in solid 14K White Gold.

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Abalone Inlay Teardrop Dangle Earrings
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Abalone Inlay Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Abalone Inlay Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Located in Milford, DE

These vintage Navajo dangle earrings are handcrafted in sterling silver and showcase vibrant abalone shell inlay within an elegant open teardrop design.

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Late 20th Century American Artisan Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fusager Demski 14K Gold Cloisonné Teardrop Dangle Earrings, Circa 1988
Fusager Demski 14K Gold Cloisonné Teardrop Dangle Earrings, Circa 1988

Fusager Demski 14K Gold Cloisonné Teardrop Dangle Earrings, Circa 1988

Located in Morris Plains, NJ

Each earring features a teardrop-shaped bezel of 14-karat yellow gold framing a deep black enamel ground, within which a luminous cloisonné landscape unfolds — a sweeping iridescent ...

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Late 20th Century American Artisan Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 9ct Gold Tapered Teardrop Hoop Earrings, England, 20th Century
Vintage 9ct Gold Tapered Teardrop Hoop Earrings, England, 20th Century

Vintage 9ct Gold Tapered Teardrop Hoop Earrings, England, 20th Century

Located in Portland, England

A gorgeous pair of vintage 9ct gold hoop earrings in an elegant tapered teardrop shape, beautifully finished with polished yellow gold and contrasting white gold accents.

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20th Century English Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Gold

14k Gold Australian Solid White Opal Cabochon Earrings Dangle Teardrop
14k Gold Australian Solid White Opal Cabochon Earrings Dangle Teardrop

14k Gold Australian Solid White Opal Cabochon Earrings Dangle Teardrop

Located in SYDNEY, AU

A pair of beautiful 14ct yellow gold drop earrings featuring two solid Australian white opals, crafted in the 1980s, in new, unworn condition. - Stones: 2 x natural Australian solid...

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Late 20th Century Australian Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Hollow Openwork Diamond-Cut Teardrop Dangle Earrings
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hollow Openwork Diamond-Cut Teardrop Dangle Earrings

14 Karat Yellow Gold Hollow Openwork Diamond-Cut Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Details: Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Design: Dangle Teardrop Diamond-Cut Earrings Backing: Post Finish: High Polish Total Weight: 5.22 Grams Dimensions: 42.0mm x 9.5mm Conditi...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Teardrop Hoop Earrings 65931
Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Teardrop Hoop Earrings 65931

Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Teardrop Hoop Earrings 65931

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Store item: 65931 Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Teardrop Hoop Earrings Condition: Excellent For 19 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating t...

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1990s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

AVON vintage gold tone amethyst glass teardrop designer pierced earrings
AVON vintage gold tone amethyst glass teardrop designer pierced earrings

AVON vintage gold tone amethyst glass teardrop designer pierced earrings

By Avon

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned AVON • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 59 ❤️❤...

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Vintage Teardrop Turquoise Gold Drop on Hoop Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry
Vintage Teardrop Turquoise Gold Drop on Hoop Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry

Vintage Teardrop Turquoise Gold Drop on Hoop Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Tear Drop Turquoise on Gold Hoop Earrings. Featuring 2 Turquoise Gemstones, weighing approx. 25tcw. Finely detailed 14K White and Yellow Gold mounting. Measuring ap...

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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1950s Trifari Teardrop Gemstone and Gold Spiral Earrings
1950s Trifari Teardrop Gemstone and Gold Spiral Earrings

1950s Trifari Teardrop Gemstone and Gold Spiral Earrings

By Trifari

Located in London, GB

These vintage Crown Trifari clip-on earrings were designed by Alfred Philippe and date to 1947-1952. They are fashioned in the form of a swirling vine with the diamantés representing...

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1950s American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Vintage Gold Pear & Round Emerald Diamond Long Teardrop Flower Dangle Earrings
Vintage Gold Pear & Round Emerald Diamond Long Teardrop Flower Dangle Earrings

Vintage Gold Pear & Round Emerald Diamond Long Teardrop Flower Dangle Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Emeralds - 2 Pear & 2 Round Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - 2.5ctw (approx.) (50) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Marquise Cut - Prong ...

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Etruscan Revival 14k Gold Teardrop Citrine Leaf Foliage Large Earrings
Vintage Etruscan Revival 14k Gold Teardrop Citrine Leaf Foliage Large Earrings

Vintage Etruscan Revival 14k Gold Teardrop Citrine Leaf Foliage Large Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Citrines Collet - Elongated Teardrop Cut - Prong Set - Yellowish-Orange Color - 30.8x12.7mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ Gold ...

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20th Century Etruscan Revival Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Amethyst Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings Solid Yellow Gold Teardrop Statement
18k Amethyst Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings Solid Yellow Gold Teardrop Statement

18k Amethyst Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings Solid Yellow Gold Teardrop Statement

Located in Greer, SC

Stunning dangle earrings featuring vibrant amethyst with a diamond accent, set in 18k yellow gold. Measures .5 inch at its widest points by 1.6 inches in total length. These are for ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Teardrop Drop Earrings Filigree Design in 18K White Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond Teardrop Drop Earrings Filigree Design in 18K White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Teardrop Drop Earrings Filigree Design in 18K White Gold

By Gems Paradise

Located in Jaipur, IN

Crafted in 18K white gold, these elegant drop earrings feature a pear-shaped teardrop design with an openwork floral motif, inspired by Art Deco and Edwardian-era jewelry.

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1980s Indian Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage White Gold 4.86ctw Pear Pink Sapphire w/ Diamond Teardrop Omega Earrings
Vintage White Gold 4.86ctw Pear Pink Sapphire w/ Diamond Teardrop Omega Earrings

Vintage White Gold 4.86ctw Pear Pink Sapphire w/ Diamond Teardrop Omega Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Bright Pink - 8.15x5.81x3.78mm - 2.86ctw (62) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 60 Baguette w/ 2 Princess Cut - Prong Se...

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT Clip-on earring, large blue teardrop-shaped rhinestones, 1990
YVES SAINT LAURENT Clip-on earring, large blue teardrop-shaped rhinestones, 1990

YVES SAINT LAURENT Clip-on earring, large blue teardrop-shaped rhinestones, 1990

By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Consists of 2 parts, with 2 large teardrop-shaped glass stones. Dimensions: Total length 8 cm Top drops height 3.5 cm x width 2.8 cm Attached heart-shaped height 4.5 cm x width 4....

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1980s French Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage 14k Gold Red Coral w/ Diamond Long Teardrop Dangle Drop Earrings
Vintage 14k Gold Red Coral w/ Diamond Long Teardrop Dangle Drop Earrings

Vintage 14k Gold Red Coral w/ Diamond Long Teardrop Dangle Drop Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (4) Natural Genuine Coral- 2 Oval & 2 Pear Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Rich Orange - 12x10mm (oval), 20.x10mm (pear) (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brillian...

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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K White Gold 3.50cttw Pavé Diamond Teardrop Omega Back Drop Earrings
Estate 18K White Gold 3.50cttw Pavé Diamond Teardrop Omega Back Drop Earrings

Estate 18K White Gold 3.50cttw Pavé Diamond Teardrop Omega Back Drop Earrings

Located in Winter Springs, FL

An elegant pair of nicely made contemporary earrings crafted in 18K white gold and pave as well as prong set with approximately 3.50cttw in G-H color Vs2-SI1 clarity round diamonds. ...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970s Large Handmade Hammered Silver Plated Teardrop Clip-On Earrings
1970s Large Handmade Hammered Silver Plated Teardrop Clip-On Earrings

1970s Large Handmade Hammered Silver Plated Teardrop Clip-On Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Embrace the elegance and artistry of the 1970s with these stunning large handmade hammered silver-plated teardrop clip-on earrings. Designed to resemble an upside-down exclamation po...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Teardrop Clip Earrings
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Teardrop Clip Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Teardrop Clip Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Bold yet classy earrings created by David Webb in the 1970's. Feature Amethyst teardrop cabochon set in yellow gold with diamond accents on the sides.

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20th Century American Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Dior 'Teardrop' Earrings
Dior 'Teardrop' Earrings

Dior 'Teardrop' Earrings

Unavailable

W 0.99 in L 1.38 in

Dior 'Teardrop' Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

A sensational pair of clip on 'Teardrop' earrings by Christian Dior. Of the highest quality, the earrings are finished in goldtone metal, inset with a scroll of clear cut-glass bril...

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20th Century German Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Retro 18k Diamond Teardrop Earrings
Retro 18k Diamond Teardrop Earrings

Retro 18k Diamond Teardrop Earrings

Unavailable

W 0.38 in L 0.88 in

Retro 18k Diamond Teardrop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A gorgeous pair of diamond teardrop earrings from the Retro (ca1940s) era! Crafted in 18k white gold, these gorgeous earrings feature two teardrop-shaped components, which are both a...

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1940s Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro 18K Diamond Teardrop Earrings
Retro 18K Diamond Teardrop Earrings

Retro 18K Diamond Teardrop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A gorgeous pair of diamond teardrop earrings from the Retro (ca1940s) era! Crafted in 18k white gold, these gorgeous earrings feature two teardrop-shaped components, which are both a...

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1950s American Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage CHANEL golden bow and camellia motif and dangling white teardrop earring
Vintage CHANEL golden bow and camellia motif and dangling white teardrop earring

Vintage CHANEL golden bow and camellia motif and dangling white teardrop earring

By Chanel

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

Vintage CHANEL golden bow and camellia flower design and dangling white teardrop earrings. Rare jewelry piece. Perfect gift.

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1990s French Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Panetta Amethyst Teardrop Earrings
Vintage Panetta Amethyst Teardrop Earrings

Vintage Panetta Amethyst Teardrop Earrings

Unavailable

W 0.6 in L 1.58 in

Vintage Panetta Amethyst Teardrop Earrings

By Panetta

Located in London, GB

The larger teardrop on the lower half moves with you as you walk.

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1960s American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Rhodium

Castellani Gold Silver Granulated Filigree Teardrop Earrings
Castellani Gold Silver Granulated Filigree Teardrop Earrings

Castellani Gold Silver Granulated Filigree Teardrop Earrings

By Castellani

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of 18k gold and silver filigree drop earrings by Castellani. Earrings are 55mm long, teardrop is 34mm x 10mm.

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20th Century British Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Gold, Silver

Angela Cummings Aventurine Topaz Gold Teardrop Earrings
Angela Cummings Aventurine Topaz Gold Teardrop Earrings

Angela Cummings Aventurine Topaz Gold Teardrop Earrings

By Angela Cummings

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A pair of 18k yellow gold earrings inlayed with Aventurine and set with yellow topaz in the center. Crafted by Angela Cummings, the earrings measure 25mm x 20mm and weigh 25.1 grams...

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Topaz, 18k Gold

Pair of 1950s Vintage American Marcel Boucher Glam Faux Pearl Teardrop Earrings
Pair of 1950s Vintage American Marcel Boucher Glam Faux Pearl Teardrop Earrings

Pair of 1950s Vintage American Marcel Boucher Glam Faux Pearl Teardrop Earrings

Located in London, England

An exquisite pair of 1950s Marcel Boucher "Glam" teardrop earrings which capture the high-fashion and glamourous spirit of the mid-century era.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Metal

A Pair of  Vintage 'Tear-Drop' Earrings by Christian Dior
A Pair of  Vintage 'Tear-Drop' Earrings by Christian Dior

A Pair of Vintage 'Tear-Drop' Earrings by Christian Dior

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

A sensational pair of Vintage clip-on 'Teardrop' earrings by Christian Dior. Of the highest quality, the earrings are finished in goldtone metal, inset with a scroll of clear cut-gla...

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Late 20th Century German Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Opal Teardrop 14K Dangle Earrings
Opal Teardrop 14K Dangle Earrings

Opal Teardrop 14K Dangle Earrings

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 1.19 in

Opal Teardrop 14K Dangle Earrings

Located in Fuquay Varina, NC

Opals, full of fire, dangle down from twin round cabochons into a teardrop cluster of pear and round cabs. The overall length of these dangling beauties is a significant 1 1/4", trul...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Teardrop Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Vintage Teardrop Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Vintage Teardrop Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Unavailable

W 0.48 in L 0.99 in

Vintage Teardrop Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Located in London, GB

Vintage Teardrop Ruby and Diamond Earrings. Certified 1.7cts of rubies and 1.5cts of brilliant cut diamonds (G/H SI) All set in 18ct gold, they measure 25x12mm.

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1980s British Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

H. Stern Sutra Quartz Diamonds Teardrop Gold Earrings
H. Stern Sutra Quartz Diamonds Teardrop Gold Earrings

H. Stern Sutra Quartz Diamonds Teardrop Gold Earrings

By H. Stern

Located in Houston, TX

This new pair of H. Stern Sutra earrings features quartz totaling 40.52ct and two diamonds totaling 0.20ct set in 18k yellow gold. Engraved in low relief on the back is "Life, ...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Signed DeMario Crystal Teardrop Dangling Earrings
Vintage Signed DeMario Crystal Teardrop Dangling Earrings

Vintage Signed DeMario Crystal Teardrop Dangling Earrings

By DeMario

Located in New York, NY

These vintage signed DeMario earrings have clear crystals on top in a gold tone setting.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Mix Color Teardrop Diamond Earrings 1.45ct 14K in Yellow Gold
Mix Color Teardrop Diamond Earrings 1.45ct 14K in Yellow Gold

Mix Color Teardrop Diamond Earrings 1.45ct 14K in Yellow Gold

Located in New York, NY

Are you looking for that perfect combination of glamorous and trendy? Look no further than this pair of fashion earrings. Crafted with precision in 14k yellow gold, these dangling di...

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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver and Rose Gold Diamond Spiky Teardrop Dangle Earrings, circa 1940
Silver and Rose Gold Diamond Spiky Teardrop Dangle Earrings, circa 1940

Silver and Rose Gold Diamond Spiky Teardrop Dangle Earrings, circa 1940

Located in Seattle, WA

These fabulous spiky earrings feature rose gold open teardrops studded with brilliant-cut diamonds set in silver.

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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver

Blackened 18k White Gold Teardrop Dangle Earrings with 36 Carat Oval Tanzanite
Blackened 18k White Gold Teardrop Dangle Earrings with 36 Carat Oval Tanzanite

Blackened 18k White Gold Teardrop Dangle Earrings with 36 Carat Oval Tanzanite

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Set with oval-shaped tanzanites Weighing approximately 36 cts total Mounted in blackened 18k white gold Measures 1 x 2 1/2in. Total Mass = 12.3 grams Featured in Bonhams Online Aucti...

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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage CHANEL golden layered hoop design earrings with CC and teardrop pearls.
Vintage CHANEL golden layered hoop design earrings with CC and teardrop pearls.

Vintage CHANEL golden layered hoop design earrings with CC and teardrop pearls.

By Chanel

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

Vintage CHANEL golden layered hoop design earrings with CC mark and teardrop faux pearls. Beautiful Chanel jewelry.

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1980s French Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Bottega Veneta lion head and brown teardrop glass dangle earrings. Rare.
Vintage Bottega Veneta lion head and brown teardrop glass dangle earrings. Rare.

Vintage Bottega Veneta lion head and brown teardrop glass dangle earrings. Rare.

By Bottega Veneta

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

Vintage Bottega Veneta rare gold tone lion head design dangle earrings with pink crystal eyes and brown teardrop glass.

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1990s Unknown Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Large Rhinestone Teardrop Ear Clips

Large Rhinestone Teardrop Ear Clips

Unavailable

H 4 in W 2 in

Large Rhinestone Teardrop Ear Clips

Located in Topanga, CA

Extra large rhinestone earclips.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Christofle Teardrop Ear Clips with Amethysts in 18K Yellow and White Gold
Christofle Teardrop Ear Clips with Amethysts in 18K Yellow and White Gold

Christofle Teardrop Ear Clips with Amethysts in 18K Yellow and White Gold

By Christofle

Located in San Rafael, CA

Beautiful and extremely rare teardrop-shaped ear clips in 18K yellow and white gold with faceted amethysts by Christofle Paris.

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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Exotic Goldtone Drop Earrings
Exotic Goldtone Drop Earrings

Exotic Goldtone Drop Earrings

Unavailable

H 3.38 in Dm 1 in

Exotic Goldtone Drop Earrings

By Napier

Located in Stamford, CT

Goldtone metal and rhinestone teardrop shaped earrings.

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1950s American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Stunning Tourmaline and Peridot Earring
Stunning Tourmaline and Peridot Earring

Stunning Tourmaline and Peridot Earring

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 18k yellow gold, pink tourmaline and peridot earrings. The top portion of the earring is a teardrop gold shape set with a cabochon emerald.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Panetta Rhodium & Crystal Dangling Earrings, 1950s
Panetta Rhodium & Crystal Dangling Earrings, 1950s

Panetta Rhodium & Crystal Dangling Earrings, 1950s

Located in Burbank, CA

Offered here are Panetta rhodium and crystal dangling clip-back earrings from the 1950s. A swirling multi-tier knot design on the ear is pave-set with sparkling Swarovski crystals; f...

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1950s American Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium

Emerald and Diamond Earrings by Love and Object
Emerald and Diamond Earrings by Love and Object

Emerald and Diamond Earrings by Love and Object

Located in Auckland, New Zealand

Rare emerald and diamond earrings set in solid 9 karat gold. Teardrop shaped emerald and diamond earrings set in solid 9 karat gold Emeralds have a combined weight of 5.13ct Round ...

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1970s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold

Vintage Faux Citrine & Clear Crystal Earrings
Vintage Faux Citrine & Clear Crystal Earrings

Vintage Faux Citrine & Clear Crystal Earrings

Located in New York, NY

These vintage earrings have a teardrop faux citrine cabochon center with clear crystals surrounding the center.

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1970s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Craig Drake Gold and Diamond Earrings
Craig Drake Gold and Diamond Earrings

Craig Drake Gold and Diamond Earrings

Unavailable

H 1.3 in W 0.96 in D 0.5 in

Craig Drake Gold and Diamond Earrings

By Craig Drake

Located in Dallas, TX

Clusters of round diamonds set into teardrop twist border motifs. Large earrings with shepherd's hooks for adding another stone or pearl.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Teardrop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Signed Carre Faux Pearl & Crystal Drop Earrings
Vintage Signed Carre Faux Pearl & Crystal Drop Earrings

Vintage Signed Carre Faux Pearl & Crystal Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

These vintage signed Carre earrings has a teardrop faux pearl with clear crystal accents in a silver tone setting.

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1990s Vintage Teardrop Earrings

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Vintage Teardrop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage teardrop earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Gold Plate and 14k Gold. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage teardrop earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. and Panetta are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Coral versions from the 3 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for mixed cut vintage teardrop earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes pear cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our vintage teardrop earrings for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Teardrop Earrings?

On average, vintage teardrop earrings at 1stDibs sell for $408, while they’re typically $130 on the low end and $3,799 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Teardrop Earrings

  • 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.