Rare Vintage Stanley Hagler Black Cabochon & Pearl Clip Earrings

Opulent. Baroque. Utterly Hagler.

A breathtaking pair of vintage couture clip-on earrings by the legendary Stanley Hagler N.Y.C. — the designer whose handcrafted jewels graced the necks and ears of socialites, collectors, and style icons from Palm Beach to Paris. Created during his celebrated 1980s–1990s atelier era, these earrings are a masterclass in the layered, labor-intensive construction that made Hagler the most coveted name in signed American costume jewelry.

Each earring is a two-tier dangle of extraordinary complexity. The upper cluster is a lush, dome-shaped floral arrangement densely encrusted with hand-applied seed pearls and punctuated by deep jet-black bead centers — a classic Hagler signature that evokes the grandeur of Baroque portraiture. Below, a delicate gold-tone link suspends a second, larger drop: an ornate scrollwork frame of richly detailed gold-tone filigree, alive with curling flourishes and floral motifs, all surrounding a commanding oval jet-black cabochon at its heart. The cabochon catches the light with a deep, lacquered luster, framed by a halo of additional seed pearls and tiny black bead accents.

The reverse reveals Hagler’s signature lace-like open filigree backing — intricate, lightweight, and unmistakably handmade. The clip mechanism is secure and comfortable for extended wear.

These are the earrings you wear when you want to be remembered.

Details & Specifications

• Designer: Stanley Hagler N.Y.C.
• Era: 1980s–1990s
• Style: Two-tier clip-on dangle earrings
• Upper Cluster: Dense seed pearl floral dome with jet-black bead centers
• Lower Drop: Ornate gold-tone scrollwork filigree frame centered on a large oval jet-black cabochon, with seed pearl and black bead surround
• Metal Finish: Rich gold-tone with intricate open filigree reverse
• Closure: Clip-on with secure, comfortable tension
• Hallmark: Signed "Stanley Hagler N.Y.C." on the reverse clip mechanism

Condition Report

Excellent vintage condition. All seed pearls are intact and securely set with no loss or discoloration. The black cabochon is bright and undamaged. Gold-tone filigree shows no significant plating loss or oxidation. Clip tension is strong and wearable. A true collector’s piece in display-worthy condition.

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