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20th Century American Artisan Drop Earrings
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
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2010s Hong Kong Anglo-Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Crystal, Emerald, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings
Emerald, Jade, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s Hong Kong Anglo-Indian Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Drop Earrings
Onyx, Tsavorite, Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Anglo-Indian Stud Earrings
Gold-filled, Rhodium
Vintage 1980s French Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate, Bronze
2010s British Artisan Hoop Earrings
18k Gold
20th Century Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Chandelier Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s British Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Finding the Right dangle-earrings for You
Earrings have a rich, diverse history, and while there are many types of this accessory to choose from, the dangle style is one of the most enduring designs. Today antique and vintage dangle earrings are timeless adornments that can make any outfit instantly more glamorous.
One of the oldest known pairs of dangle earrings was made of jade between 7,500 and 8,200 years ago in Inner Mongolia. Hoop earrings — of which there have been countless variations — are as old as Ancient Mesopotamia, and Ancient Egyptians wore dangle earrings that had sacred symbolism as part of their jewelry practices. In ancient Rome, dangle earrings with pearls and other precious materials were popular.
Dangle earrings vary in length, but they are all designed to cascade off the ears. Some dangle earrings barely fall past the bottom of the earlobe while others fall low enough to graze the shoulders or even fall past them. During the Renaissance period, women wore up-do hairstyles so they could show off their dangle earrings. Even noblemen joined the trend, donning a sole dangle earring adorned with a pearl.
Georgian women preferred heavy girandole earrings that featured candelabra-like arrangements of precious metal and stones. Dangle earrings in the 19th century were simpler, often featuring a single suspended gemstone in a drop-earring style. Going into the 20th century, screw-back earrings and clip-ons became popular, leading to more minimal stud designs. However, dangle earrings have always come back into fashion.
Whether they are made with diamonds, beads or feathers, dangle earrings are statement pieces reflecting the shifting styles over the years. Find the perfect antique and vintage dangle earrings for any occasion on 1stDibs.