Top 7 Most Expensive Earrings In The World

Earrings are exquisite pieces of jewelry that often symbolize luxury, status, and elegance. These jewelry items are crafted with the utmost precision and attention to detail, using the finest materials and gemstones available.

Some of the earrings on this list have been sourced from some of the finest gem mines in the world like in Myanmar or India.  The creation of expensive earrings requires highly skilled artisans who specialize in jewelry craftsmanship.

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Here we would like to share with you the top 7 most expensive earrings in the world to ever be sold.

7. A Magnificent Pair of Diamond Ear Pendants ($9.5 Million)

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The Magnificent pair of diamond earpendants is worth more than 25 carats each on top of the 18-karat gold that is embedded in it. The diamonds were procured from the Golconda region in India, which is why these earrings are occasionally known as the Golconda Earrings.

The earring was sold in Christie's auction in Hong Kong in 2014 for $9.5 million. Since the diamonds were rated among the purest ones, it is not shocking to see them being one of the most expensive earrings in the world.

6. Rare Pair of Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond Pendant Earrings ($10.1 Million)

Credit: Sotheby's

This earring features two Fancy Vivid Blue diamonds at the center. The term "Fancy Vivid" signifies the highest intensity of color in blue diamonds, characterized by an astonishing depth of blue that is both mesmerizing and enchanting. 

These diamonds are incredibly rare, making up only a tiny fraction of the world's diamond production. Both earrings weigh around 5.67 carats as the earring settings are adorned with numerous baguettes and brilliant-cut diamonds, and they feature butterfly clasps for securing them.

At the Sotheby's auction, the Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels as it is known sold for a staggering $10.1 million.

5. Ruby And Diamond Ear Pendants ($11.4 Million)

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The centerpiece of these earpendants is the rich and velvety ruby, a gemstone long associated with love and passion. The rubies chosen for this pair are not just any rubies but it is sourced from the country of Myanmar.

Surrounding the rubies is a dazzling halo of brilliant white diamonds. These diamonds are meticulously selected for their exceptional clarity, color, and cut, ensuring they radiate an extraordinary fire and brilliance.

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The rubies have received an assessment from the Swiss Gemological Institute, confirming their unheated status and describing their color as a vibrant, intense red, often referred to as "pigeon blood."

The earring was sold in an auction in Hong Kong for roughly $11.4 million.

4. The Oriental Sunrise ($11.6 Million)

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The design of "The Oriental Sunrise" earring draws inspiration from the enchanting landscapes and intricate aesthetics of the East, particularly the mesmerizing beauty of a sunrise over a serene Oriental landscape. It features a stunning combination of precious metals, gemstones, and masterful craftsmanship.

We all have heard of the precious blue and pink diamonds that sell for extravagant prices all around the world but in this case, the bright yellow diamond fetched an absurd price tag as well.

Both the diamonds are 12.2 carats and 11.96 carats respectively with it being sold in an auction in 2016 for $11.6 million. It is known as the Geneva Magnificent Jewels.

3. Coloured Diamond And Diamond Ear Pendants ($15.9 Million)

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At the heart of this ear pendant is colored diamonds, a rarity in the world of gemstones. These diamonds come in an array of captivating hues, including sparkling blues and vivid pink.

Bulgari, the company behind this earring is known for making one of the most luxurious items out there. The earrings are adorned with a combination of platinum and gold for their mounting. 

During a Christie's auction in November 2014, these diamond earpendants were purchased for a remarkable sum of $15.9 million. Despite both of them being rather contrasting, it did not stop collectors from valuing them such highly.

2. Miroir De L’Amour ($17.9 Million)

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At first glance, the Miroir De L'Amour Diamond Earrings captivate with their sheer brilliance. Each earring is a symphony of light and sparkle, featuring a mesmerizing arrangement of dazzling diamonds that dance and shimmer with every movement.

This central diamond is framed by a halo of smaller, perfectly matched diamonds, further enhancing its celestial beauty. The effect is nothing short of magical, as the diamonds appear to capture and reflect the essence of love itself.

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This diamond earring made its appearance at the Christies auction in November 2016 where it was sold for approximately $17.9 million. This pair of diamond earrings boasts significant size, as one of the diamonds weighs 52.55 carats, while the other weighs 50.47 carats.

1. Apollo and Artemis Diamond Earrings ($57.4 Million)

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The Apollo and Artemis Diamond Earrings were crafted by the prestigious jewelry house Sotheby's in 2017. They were named after the Greek gods Apollo, the god of light and music, and Artemis, the goddess of hunting and the wilderness. 

These earrings made headlines around the globe when they were unveiled because they are considered one of the most valuable pairs of earrings ever created. The earrings are designed as a matching pair, with one featuring a fancy intense blue diamond known as the "Apollo Blue," and the other showcasing a vivid pink diamond named the "Artemis Pink."

Both of them were sold together at a Geneva Sotheby's auction in 2017 for the whopping price of $57.4 million. Recognized as the world's most expensive earring, it also boasts a huge size of 30.54 carats.

Also read: Top 5 Most Expensive Gemstones In The World