The Nina Ricci Épi de Cristal Marquise Stud Earrings

The Nina Ricci Épi de Cristal Marquise Stud Earrings

Archive Collection

A stunning example of minimalist elegance and linear movement from the late-1980s, The Nina Ricci Épi de Cristal Marquise Stud Earrings arrive in pristine deadstock condition. Beautifully preserved on their original cream velvet display card carrying the signature gilded "NINA RICCI" logo tab, this rare pair reimagines classic diamond geometry into a sleek, flowing climber silhouette.

Each stud earring is designed as a long, articulating bar sculpted to resemble a stylized ear of wheat (épi) or a delicate climbing vine. The design features a linear cascade of seven marquise-cut (navette) clear Swarovski crystals, each meticulously hand-set in a polished gold-tone bezel frame. Rather than sitting perfectly straight, the crystals are set at a dynamic, staggered diagonal angle, creating an undulating pattern that guides the eye downward. The bright, liquid-like gold-plated borders perfectly frame the ice-clear crystals, refracting light with brilliant sparkle and offering an elegant, face-elongating drop profile that drapes beautifully from a pierced lobe.

As an authentic deadstock archival find from the peak collaboration era of Nina Ricci and D'Orlan manufacturing, these earrings demonstrate the exceptional casting weight, flawless articulation, and signature premium triple-layered 22kt gold-plating depth iconic to the brand’s vintage haute couture history.

Features

• Brand & Provenance: Authentic vintage Nina Ricci, beautifully preserved on its original branded velvet display card with a gilded logo plaque.

• Materials: Premium triple-layered 22kt gold-plating over a heavy-weight, highly durable jewelry base metal framework, hand-set with clear, marquise-cut Swarovski crystals.

• Design Details: Linear, articulating post-stud earrings featuring a staggered cascade of seven bezel-set marquise crystals.

• Fit: Designed with classic post-backs for pierced ears, engineered to allow the elongated crystal bar to hang with natural, fluid articulation or sit securely aligned with the earlobe.