Long Gemstone Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Ruby
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Citrine
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artist Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline, Indicolite
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst, Citrine
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Blue Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Aquamarine, Beryl
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
2010s German Artisan Dangle Earrings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
2010s German Aesthetic Movement Chandelier Earrings
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Quartz, Spinel, Black Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamon...
2010s German Artisan Drop Earrings
Kyanite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Emerald, Rhodiu...
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Drop Earrings
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Sapphire
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Citrine
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Spinel
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet
Late 20th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline, Indicolite
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Baroque Loose Gemstones
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire
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Finding the Right earrings for You
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
- What is a long earring called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Long earrings are called dangle earrings. They come in a variety of styles, from simple metal chains to elaborate pieces set with gemstones. Long earrings that hang down to the shoulder or collarbone are often referred to as shoulder dusters. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dangle earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Very long earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To qualify for the term, dangle earrings must usually hang to the shoulders or collarbone. Shoulder dusters come in many styles, from dramatic tassels to simple chains to statement-making chandeliers set with dazzling gemstones. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of dangle earrings.
- Is it OK to wear long earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, it is generally okay to wear long earrings. In fact, long dangle earrings can make a bold statement when combined with semi-formal or formal attire for a special occasion or with a little black dress for date night. Long earrings may not be as appropriate for the office, depending on the dress code of your workplace. You should also avoid wearing long earrings when engaging in activities where they could get caught on something, such as while you're exercising or playing a sport. Explore a wide variety of dangle earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
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