Vintage 1960s Earrings
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s British More Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-War Clip-on Earrings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
20th Century More Earrings
20th Century Chandelier Earrings
20th Century More Earrings
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1960s North American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings
Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings
Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings
Vintage 1960s Hoop Earrings
20th Century More Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings
Pearl, Silver
Vintage 1960s American Modern Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Swedish Modernist Drop Earrings
Chalcedony, Silver
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Silver
Vintage 1960s European Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Chandelier Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Late 20th Century Stud Earrings
Coral, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Stud Earrings
Silver
Vintage 1960s European Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Drop Earrings
18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Stud Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Asian Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1960s Asian Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, 9k Gold
Vintage 1950s Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Modern Dangle Earrings
Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Hoop Earrings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Stud Earrings
Amber, Silver
Vintage 1960s Asian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s Stud Earrings
Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond
Vintage 1960s European Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
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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 did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- Are screw back earrings vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
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