Earring Collection

Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth
Her Majesty Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms (1926-2022). Date: 1955

The First Ear Ring, 1849. Artist: William Greatbach
The First Ear Ring, 1849

HRH Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022). She is wearing the George IV State Diadem or Diamond Diadem. Date: circa 1954

HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace, 12th March 1953. The Queen is shown wearing the Diamond Diadem, the sash, badge and star of the Order of the Garter

Bronze Age
Illustration of objects from a Bronze Age

PETALESHARO II (1823-1874). Also known as Man Chief. Chaui or Grand Pawnee Native American chief. Photographed at the James E. McClees studio in Washington, D.C. 1858

Empress Theodora. Basilica of Saint Vitale. Italy
Empress Theodora I (500-548) with a court of ladies. Mosaic. 6th century. Basilica of Saint Vitale. Ravenna. Italy

Elizabeth Taylor, English-American actress, c1950s(?). Artist: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Elizabeth Taylor, English-American actress, c1950s(?). Elizabeth Taylor made her screen debut as a child in Lassie Come Home in 1943

FAT LADY, 19th CENTURY. Hannah Battersby, a 700-lb. American circus fat lady. Photograph, 19th century

Peggy Lee, London, 1961. Creator: Brian Foskett
Peggy Lee, London, 1961

Tamati Waka Nene, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Lindauer, Gottfried (1839-1926); Original painting 101.9x84.2 cm; Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

HM Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, 12th March 1953. Artist: Sterling Henry Nahum Baron
HM Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, 12th March 1953. The Queen is shown wearing the Diamond Diadem, the sash, badge and star of the Order of the Garter, and the Greville Chandelier earrings

Girl with a Pearl Earring, c1665. Artist: Jan Vermeer
Girl with a Pearl Earring, c1665. The girls headdress has an exotic effect. Turbans were a popular fashionable accessory in Europe as early as the 15th century

Nina Simone, Mstricht Jazz Festival, 1992. Creator: Brian Foskett
Nina Simone, Mstricht Jazz Festival, 1992. Simone was an American singer, songwriter, musician, arranger, and civil rights activist

Diana, Princess of Wales in St Columb, Cornwall
Diana, Princess of Wales (1961-1997), chatting to a member of the 650th anniversary Pageant cast during a visit to St Columb, Cornwall

Peggy Lee, c1961. Creator: Brian Foskett
Peggy Lee, c1961

Alexandra (1844-1925), Queen Consort of King Edward VII of Great Britain, c1890
Alexandra (1844-1925), Queen Consort of King Edward VII of Great Britain, when Princess of Wales, c1890. The daughter of King Christian IX of Denmark, Alexandra married Edward

Princess Anne, Princess Royal, in Cornwall
Princess Anne, Princess Royal, on an official visit to Cornwall. Date: circa 1970s

ALASKA: WOMAN AND BASKETS. A Tlingit Native American woman in Yakutat, Alaska, holding a Haida crest hat and a bag on her lap while seated among baskets made by local villagers. Photographed c1900

Portrait of Three Girls, c. 1620 (oil on panel)
SGS66600 Portrait of Three Girls, c.1620 (oil on panel) by Larkin, William (fl. 1608-20) (follower of); 82.6x112.7 cm; The Berger Collection at the Denver Art Museum

Adolescent, 12, Wearing Earrings and a Suit, 1850s. Creator: Unknown
Adolescent, 12, Wearing Earrings and a Suit, 1850s

Portrait - Arabella Stewart, c16th century, (1904). Artist: Isaac Oliver I
Portrait - Arabella Stewart, c16th century (1904). Lady Arabella Stuart, (c1577-1615). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co. Paris, Edinburgh, New York, London, 1904]

Girl, teenager, serious

GUY JOHNSON (c1740-1788). American (Irish-born) military officer and diplomat. With the Mohawk chief Karonghyontye (a.k.a. Captain David Hill). Oil on canvas, 1776, by Benjamin West

Ida Bell Wells-Barnett, Leader in civil rights

BLACK WOMAN, 1875-1876 (oil on canvas)
7215227 BLACK WOMAN, 1875-1876 (oil on canvas) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: Late 1875--early 1876 Oil on canvas L This painting)

"La reine Charlotte (Sophia-Charlotte, Sophia Charlotte
FIA5330561 " La reine Charlotte (Sophia-Charlotte, Sophia Charlotte) de Mecklembourg Strelitz (1744-1818), epouse de Georges III d angleterre" - pianting by West

Portrait of Maria (Marie) de Medici (1540-1557) - Allori
FIA5394874 Portrait of Maria (Marie) de Medici (1540-1557) - Allori, Alessandro (1535-1607) - ca 1555 - Oil on wood - 116x90 - Art History Museum, Vienne by Allori

Four Seasons in One Head, c. 1590. Creator: Giuseppe Arcimboldi
Four Seasons in One Head, c. 1590

Liptons Teas advertisement, 1893. Hand-coloured later

SELOCTA, 1825. Creek Native American. Lithograph after a painting, c1825, by Charles Bird King

Young Burmese girl, c. 1875 (albumen print) (b / w photo)
XIR326654 Young Burmese girl, c.1875 (albumen print) (b/w photo) by Klier, Philip Adolphe (c.1845-1911); 26x21 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeune Birmane; Birmanie; Burma; Myanmar; ); English

Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) of Russia (oil on canvas)
XIR160169 Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) of Russia (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

North America Red skin Indian, 1861 (engraving)
6947879 North America Red skin Indian, 1861 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: North America Red skin Indian. Human races)

An antique rose-cut diamond necklace, c.1820 (diamond)
1766491 An antique rose-cut diamond necklace, c.1820 (diamond); Private Collection; (add.info.: An antique rose-cut diamond necklace, circa 1820.); Photo © Christie's Images.

Elisa Pearson Playter, c.1837 (oil on wood panel)
XOS5882285 Elisa Pearson Playter, c.1837 (oil on wood panel) by Wonder, Pieter Christoffel (1780-1852); 20x15.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Woman portrait
3570868 Woman portrait by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Woman portrait Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Portrait of Lina Cavalieri
3570824 Portrait of Lina Cavalieri by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Portrait of Lina Cavalieri Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

8625717

A suite of jewellery, c.1780 (topaz & hrystoberyl)
8683000 A suite of jewellery, c.1780 (topaz & hrystoberyl) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comprising a bodice ornament and ear pendants of girandole design)

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533-1603) (engraving)
ELD4831935 Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533-1603) (engraving); Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Portrait of young mother holding her infant son in her arms. Both are in cerimonial attire
3572367 Portrait of young mother holding her infant son in her arms. Both are in cerimonial attire; (add.info.: 1903 Photographer: Speaight, F. & R); Alinari Archives, Florence.

The image shows a lady feeding her child. The lady from Khrumiria, Tunisia
3568840 The image shows a lady feeding her child. The lady from Khrumiria, Tunisia, wears a dress open over the arms and she is barefooted

Princess Maria Jose (1906-2001)
3568667 Princess Maria Jose (1906-2001); (add.info.: 1930 ca. Photographer: Ballerini & Fratini); Alinari Archives, Florence.

A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a young Egyptian woman, 1875 (print on double-weight paper)
3563954 A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a young Egyptian woman, 1875 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Egypt 1875 ca)

A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a young Egyptian woman in traditional dress
3563958 A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a young Egyptian woman in traditional dress, 1875 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Egypt 1875 ca)

A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a Tamil woman in Sri Lanka
3564037 A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a Tamil woman in Sri Lanka, 1875 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Sri Lanka 1875 - 1878 Photographer)

A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a Tamil woman in Sri Lanka
3564034 A souvenir of Odoardo Beccari's journeys: portrait of a Tamil woman in Sri Lanka, 1875 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Sri Lanka 1875 - 1878 Photographer)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Earrings: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance and Power" From the regal ears of Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, to the enchanting lobes of Empress Theodora in Italy's Basilica of Saint Vitale, earrings have adorned influential figures throughout history. These delicate accessories hold a significant place in our culture, transcending time and continents. PETALESHARO II, also known as Man Chief or Chaui, a revered Grand Pawnee Native American chief, wore earrings that symbolized his leadership and connection to his tribe. Just like these tribal chiefs who used earrings to express their authority, HRH Queen Elizabeth II donned exquisite pairs during her reign. Intricately crafted by talented artists like Sterling Henry Nahum Baron and Isaac Oliver I, earrings have been immortalized in portraits capturing the essence of their wearers. Whether it was HM Queen Elizabeth II proudly wearing them at Buckingham Palace alongside HRH Duke of Edinburgh or Arabella Stewart's captivating gaze from centuries ago - each earring tells a unique story. Earrings have also graced the ears of beloved celebrities such as Elizabeth Taylor and Peggy Lee. Their glamorous presence on red carpets added an extra touch of sparkle to their already radiant personas. Even ordinary individuals can transform into extraordinary beings with just a pair dangling from their earlobes. These small but mighty adornments possess an undeniable allure that captivates both young girls seeking self-expression and mature women embracing sophistication. They effortlessly elevate any outfit while reflecting one's personality and style choices. Let us not forget Jan Vermeer's iconic painting "Girl with a Pearl Earring, " where this simple accessory becomes the focal point - enhancing beauty through simplicity. Whether you choose dazzling diamonds fit for royalty or opt for bohemian-inspired hoops reminiscent of Tamati Waka Nene's era-defining oil portrait; earrings remain timeless symbols representing elegance, power, individuality, and cultural heritage.