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French Crystal Girandole Long Earrings
Located in New York, NY
French long earrings in a Girandole style of faux pink tourmaline and emerald faceted, rose cut
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1950s French Victorian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage French Crystal Girandole Long Earrings
French Crystal Girandole Long Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 2.75 in
Miriam Haskell Emerald Crystal Long Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell emerald collet set crystal long earrings of Russian gilt box chain,small gilt
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1960s American Vintage Long Earrings

Louis Rousselet Faux Citrine Long Earrings
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet Art Deco faux citrine pate de verre and gilt long earrings. Of small round and
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Faceted Faux Emerald Long Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell signature Russian Gilt filigree, and faceted faux emerald long earrings. Adjustable
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1950s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Chinese inspired long earrings. Of fuschia and bright pink crystal
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1980s French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Silver Plate, Brass

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
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W 1.13 in L 6.75 in
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Passementerie Long Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture rare long earrings. Composed of multi colored hand made
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1970s French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Dior Long Earrings Clips in Gold Metal and Red Cabochon
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Long earrings clips in gold metal and red cabochon. Additional information
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1990s French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Betony Vernon "Tassel Cocktail Long Earrings" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Tassel Cocktail Long Earrings" were designed by Betony Vernon in 2018 and manufactured in lost
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bohemien Filigrana Vintage Silver Long Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing these exquisite filigree hens crafted earrings, comprised of three jointed parts. The
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1970s Unknown Artisan Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Silver

Kenneth Jay Lane Sculptural Long Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Rare Kenneth Jay Lane long sculptural squiggle earrings of white and turquoise faceted stones set
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1960s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Rousselet Turquoise and Pearl Long Earrings
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
1930s screw back pearl and turquoise pate de verre earrings from Louis Rousselet. Louis
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1930s French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Black Bakelite Cascade Long Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell long cascade earrings of black bakelite beads on signature russian gilt book chain
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1960s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche mauve and gold ceramic drop earrings with citrine pear shape crystal
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1990s French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
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W 1.5 in L 3.75 in
Yves Saint Laurent Gilt Thistle Long Earrings
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent long gilt byzantine, thistle motif incised earclips by Robert Goossens. Length
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1980s French Byzantine Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Bronze, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Modernist Ruby and Jet Long Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell modernist long dangle earrings of japanned metal with long jet bugle beads
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Brass

Giorgio Facchini, 1980 Memphis Long Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Gemstones
By Giorgio Facchini
Located in Miami, FL
, Giorgio Facchini. These convertible long earrings, are made as an unique edition of one (1/1 ), with a
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Striking Miriam Haskell Pearl and Gilt Long Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Long Miriam Haskell signature faux baroque teardrop pearl and Russian gilt oval snowflake filigree
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1950s American Belle Époque Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

Coppola e Toppo Pastel Crystal Tassel Long Earrings
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in New York, NY
Coppola e Toppo gray and pastel crystals long tassel earrings, 1950's Italy. Length 3". Width 1
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Cellino 1960 Italy Long Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold with Angel's Skin Corals Drops
By Cellino
Located in Miami, FL
Classic pair of long earrings designed by Cellino. Designed and made in Italy during the mid
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1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seidengang Long Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold with 28.18 Cts Aquamarine & Tourmaline
By SeidenGang
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of colorful drop earrings designed by SeidenGang. Beautiful modern long pair, made by the
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1990s American Modernist Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ridged Very Thin Foil 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.60 Inch Long Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with these exquisite Vintage Ridged Style Earrings, crafted from lustrous 14
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Silver Sphere Couture Runway Long Crystal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic french long earrings of silver gilt spheres set with crystal stones. Circa 1960s
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1960s French Vintage Long Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Long Silk Tassel Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Long Earrings spring summer 1980. Composed of painted, stained and lacquered
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1980s French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Long Silk Tassel Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Long Silk Tassel Earrings
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W 7.13 in L 0.75 in
Hobe Long Revivalist Portrait Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hobe 18th Century revivalist long earring, of gilt metal,crystal and hand tinted chromo
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1930s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hobe Long Revivalist Portrait Earrings
Hobe Long Revivalist Portrait Earrings
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W 1.5 in L 3.25 in
Miriam Haskell Red and White Summer Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Red and white glass, art deco stye long earrings. 3.25"
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1960s American Vintage Long Earrings

Ugo Correani Modernist Gilt Earrings
By Ugo Correani
Located in New York, NY
Ugo Correani oversized gilt metal and crystal paste Modernist long earrings. Unsigned. Excellent
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1980s Italian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Ugo Correani Modernist Gilt Earrings
Ugo Correani Modernist Gilt Earrings
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W 1.25 in L 4 in
Miriam Haskell Mogul Style Pearl Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Antique silver gilt and faux pearl, mogul style long earrings, by Miriam Haskell. Excellent
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1970s American Vintage Long Earrings

18k Gold Beaded Dangle Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of intricately beaded 18K gold balls woven onto a long chain, creating a textural long
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Late 20th Century Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18k Gold Beaded Dangle Earrings
18k Gold Beaded Dangle Earrings
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W 0.25 in L 2 in
Solid Gold Diamond Dangly Hoop Earrings 18K
Located in Honolulu, HI
" long Earring Width: 0.70" wide Diamond Count: 68 Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS-SI
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Dolphin Dangly Drop Earrings 18K Solid White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Total Weight: 5.6 Grams ​ ​Earring Length: 2" long
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Long Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby & Diamond Gold Fringe Earrings & Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
Back Type: clip on with post Measurements: Brooch: 3.5" long Earrings: 2" long Metal Type: 14k
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1970s Italian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Miriam Haskell Jet and Seed Bead Tassel Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
are used to construct a long earring with 5 loops of silver and jet seed beads with larger black pate
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1950s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

David Webb Platinum Diamond Earrings with Hanging Dangling Coral
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
gorgeous David Webb earrings are absolutely stunning. Earrings are 3.4 inches long, the coral drop is
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

Sapphire Green Amethyst Diamond 18k Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Look great with these celebrity chandelier earrings. These long earrings are Crafted in solid 18K
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1980s Artisan Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pianegonda Designer 18ct Gold and Smoky Quartz Earrings and Pendant Set
By Pianegonda
Located in St Helens, GB
view photographs. WEIGHT ; 15.2 grams all in SIZE ; 51mm long earrings, 64mm long pendant, 16 inch
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20th Century Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Gold

Carlo Zini Art Deco Style Suite
By Carlo Zini
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Zini's Art Deco Style Italian Earring-Pin Suite composed of long earrings and brooch
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1990s Italian Art Deco Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Maison Gripoix for Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Palmette Earclips
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Yves Saint Laurent Anglo Indian palmette long earrings made of coral and two
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1980s French Anglo-Indian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Maison Gripoix Anglo Indian Floral Cascade Earclips
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
impressively long earrings has clip back fittings with two overlapping emerald and pale sapphire poured glass
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1980s French Anglo-Indian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Diamond Emerald Long Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond emerald long drop earrings, made in Italy Square- and round-cut diamonds of 4 carats
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Late 20th Century Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Emerald Long Drop Earrings
Diamond Emerald Long Drop Earrings
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W 0.31 in L 3 in
Miriam Haskell Long Wheat Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Signature Russian Gilt and faux rice pearl long wheat pendant earrings sewn on back
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1940s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Long Wheat Earrings
Miriam Haskell Long Wheat Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 2.75 in
Long Carved Aquamarine Dangle Earrings
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An Attractive pair of Aquamarine Earrings. The carved aquamarines in a leaf pattern, set in 14k
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1960s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Long Carved Aquamarine Dangle Earrings
Long Carved Aquamarine Dangle Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 3.5 in
Long Horn Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The clip-on earrings are finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with diamonds weighing a total of 4.00
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1940s Unknown Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Miriam Haskell Long Rice Pearl Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional long Miriam Haskell Long Rice Pearl Earrings with clip back fittings. Each elongated
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1950s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Long Rice Pearl Earrings
Miriam Haskell Long Rice Pearl Earrings
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W 1 in L 4 in
Silver Gold Diamond Long Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds. Earrings are 57mm long. Weight - 10.2 grams.
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20th Century Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Miriam Haskell Long Rose Montee Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Miriam Haskell Long Rose Montee Earrings with faux pearl embroidery. Filigree Haskell
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1950s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Long Rose Montee Earrings
Miriam Haskell Long Rose Montee Earrings
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W 0.55 in L 3.5 in
Italian Long Blue and Crystal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Long blue and crystal paste dangle earrings made in Italy in the 1980's. Striking scale with clip
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1980s Italian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Italian Long Blue and Crystal Earrings
Italian Long Blue and Crystal Earrings
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W 1 in L 3 in
Early Lorenz Baumer Gilded Floral Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed, 1980s
By Lorenz Baumer
Located in McKinney, TX
in fine jewelry, - Necklace measures 18" long - Earrings measure 1.5" in diameter - Necklace
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1980s French Modern Vintage Long Earrings

Long Diamond Gold Dangling Drop Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
These earrings dance on the ear since both diamond tear drops dangle off the ear individually. Set
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Long Diamond Gold Dangling Drop Earrings
Long Diamond Gold Dangling Drop Earrings
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H 2.25 in W 0.62 in
Lapis and Diamond Long Drop Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
The earrings features a large lapis drop, inlaid lapis and round diamonds. ♦ Metal: Platinum over
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Claire Deve Long Gold Tone Earrings
By Claire Deve
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Claire Deve Long Gold Tone Earrings. Baroque Looking Dangling Clip On Earrings. Clip On
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1980s French Modern Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Claire Deve Long Gold Tone Earrings
Vintage Claire Deve Long Gold Tone Earrings
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H 4.5 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 4.5 in
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Extra Long Dangling Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone extra long dangling earrings (clip-on) embellished with an oval
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20th Century French Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Long Gold Mesh Chain Tassel Dangle Earrings
Located in Sausalito, CA
These stylish tassel earrings drop 4 inches long and are perfect casual or dressy! Size: 4-3/8
Category

1990s Unknown Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Long Gold Mesh Chain Tassel Dangle Earrings
Long Gold Mesh Chain Tassel Dangle Earrings
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W 1 in L 4.38 in
Swarovski Silver Tone Long Crystal Chandelier Earrings
By Swarovski
Located in London, GB
Swarovski beautiful silver tone long chandelier earrings set with clear faceted round crystals
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Late 20th Century Austrian Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Crystal

Very Long Dangling Tear Drop Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
These large, 2.75" long, 18k yellow gold earrings look great on. Big but not too heavy. A great
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Late 20th Century Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Very Long Dangling Tear Drop Gold Earrings
Very Long Dangling Tear Drop Gold Earrings
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H 2.75 in W 0.75 in L 0.63 in
Joseph Mazer Long Modernist Faux Lapis Earrings
By Joseph Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Joseph Mazer Long Modernist Faux Lapis Earrings in unusual melted gold form settings. Clip back
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Filigree Ball Long Runway Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Miriam Haskell Russian gold plated chain and long filigree ball earrings. Striking
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1960s American Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Jahan Diamond and Sapphire Long Dangle Earrings
By Jahan
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your evening look with these exquisite 18K white gold earrings, a true embodiment of
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Long Marquise and Baguette Diamond Dangling Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Long dangle diamond pierce post back earrings. The top and middle section are platinum. The mount
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Long Drop Filigree Bomb Earrings 1970s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Filigree Bomb Earrings hailing originally from Italy and the 1970s. With their true
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1970s Vintage Long Earrings

Vintage Long Drop Filigree Bomb Earrings 1970s
Vintage Long Drop Filigree Bomb Earrings 1970s
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W 0.99 in L 4.65 in
Vintage Angela Cummings Non-Pierced Ridged Gold Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
x 1 inch long Earring Closure: Omega Back Stamped: CUMMINGS, 18K, 1988 Estate Condition: Very good
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1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Long Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Long Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage long earrings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 160 vintage examples as well as 7 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage long earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Christian Lacroix, Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 12, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for oval cut vintage long earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and cabochon alternatives. Most of our vintage long earrings for sale are for women, but there are 21 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Long Earrings?

Prices for vintage long earrings start at $53 and top out at $88,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $704.

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.

Questions About Vintage Long Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Long 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, 2023
    Very 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Long 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw 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, 2023
    How 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, 2023
    Most 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.