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Earrings For Sale
Item Ships From: Los Angeles
Gucci "GG" Logo Gold Plated Pink Enamel Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specification Category Earrings Brand GUCCI with Pink Enamel Recipient For Her, For Him Earring Style Stud Earrings Brand Collections GG Marmont Metal Type G...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Round Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Round Earrings Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 9.30 grams Measurements: 24mm diameter Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. ©Elsa Peret...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Charles Krypell Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Krypell ruby diamond yellow gold earrings, circa 1990s. These Charles Krypell Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings with posts and omega backs are a stunning example of timeless...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning Cabochon Lapis, Carved Blue Dumortierite Leaf Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Cabochon Lapis Lazuli and Carved Dumortierite Leaf Drop Earrings This gorgeous pair of earrings features oval cabochon-cut lapis lazuli and beautifully 3D carved blue dumor...
Category

2010s American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Gucci Double G Floral Dangling Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci - The floral interlocked GG Bracelet on Gucci's Bracelet nods to love knots that have been used in jewelry since the ancient Egyptians as a symbol of everlasting love. It's cra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

4.61 Carat Natural Sapphire Tourmaline White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.61 Carat Natural Sapphire Tourmaline White Gold Stud Earrings Cute, dainty earrings that are versatile and great for an everyday look! There are 10 Multi-Colored Sapphires and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14...

1.16 Carat Diamond Yellow Sapphire Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and classy Yellow Gold Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Hoop Earrings Item Specifics: 18 Natural Round Cut White Diamonds weighing approximately 0.46 carats Clarity: SI1, Colo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and 18k White Gold Teardrop Dangle Earrings, 3.15 Carats Total
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant diamond and white gold dangle earrings are a beautiful way to start, or add to, a fine jewelry wardrobe. They are perfect for a wedding day as well as a lifetime of spe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Dogwood & Pearl Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Tiffany & Co. earrings each featuring stunning fresh water pearls set in the middle of bloomed 18k yellow gold dogwood flowers. Painstaking attention to detail was ...
Category

Early 2000s American Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bijoux Num Clover Pattern Star Shape Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num clover pattern star shape vermeil earrings These beautiful pair of earrings feature 16pcs of round simulated diamond handset in 18k yello...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Sophisticated Half Royal Blue Enamel Half Pave Sterling Silver Clip-on Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Half Royal Blue Enamel Half Pave Simulated Diamond Clip-on Earrings These classic and sophisticate-style earrings feature over 160pcs of round simulated diamond cz handset in plati...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

15mm Carved Chalcedony Flower and Cushion Prasiolite Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num's 15mm Carved Chalcedony Flower and Cushion Prasiolite Vermeil Earrings This gorgeous pair of earrings features 15mm periwinkle purplish-blue chalcedony carved into beaut...
Category

2010s American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

1.05Ct Natural Pink Sapphire and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.05 Carats Natural Pink Sapphire and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings Amazing looking piece! Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $5,500.00 Total Natural Round Cut White D...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite 4.55 Carat Natural London Blue Topaz and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 4.55 Carats Natural London Blue Topaz and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Stud Earrings Amazing looking piece! Total Natural Round Cut White Diamonds Weight: .45 Carats (col...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite 2.00 Carats VS1 Moissanite 14K Solid White Gold Martini Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 2.00 Carats VS1 Moissanite 14K Solid White Gold Martini Stud Earrings Amazing looking piece! Total Round Cut Moissanites Weight is: 2.00 Ca...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

Other, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.20 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.20 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings Amazing looking piece! Suggested Replacement Value Approx. $8,000.00 Total Natural Round Cut White Diamonds...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite 3.25 Ct Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 3.25 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Stud Earrings Amazing looking piece! Total Natural Round Cut White Diamonds Weight: Approx. 1.00 Carat (co...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bijoux Num Triple Oval Rainbow Moonstone Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut rainbow moonstone adorned with round simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated silver. The rainbow moon...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18mm Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant 18mm Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Sterling Silver Earrings This earrings features 2 pieces of 18mm mother of pearl carved into beautif...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Exquisite Natural Aquamarine Diamond Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in the ethereal beauty of these captivating Natural Aquamarine Diamond Earrings, exquisitely crafted in luxurious 14 Karat White Gold. 2.61 Carat Natural Aquamarine 14 Kara...
Category

2010s American Modern Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Crown And Heart Clip On Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crown and Heart clip on 18k yellow gold earrings, circa 1990s. ABOUT THIS ITEM: E-DJ921B Enchanting crown and heart clip-on earrings. An everyday earring for that sophisticated...
Category

1990s Contemporary Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Carved Coral Brooch Drop Earrings Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Carved Coral Brooch and Drop Earring Set Circa 1850. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: # P4903. Scroll down for detailed specifications. A set of ...
Category

1850s Italian Victorian Antique Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co. Heart Shaped Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co yellow gold heart-shaped clip-on earrings circa 1980. Clear and concise information is listed below for your information. Contact us right away if you have additional questions. We are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable estate and vintage jewelry...
Category

1980s Contemporary Vintage Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elizabeth Gage Rock Crystal Yellow Gold Clip on Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Gage rock crystal and yellow gold round clip-on earrings circa 2001. * SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: two white rock crystal quartz cabochons with crystallization. METAL: ...
Category

Early 2000s English Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut Lapis Lazuli adorned with round simulated diamond, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The oval...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Modern Black Enamel 1ct Round Simulated Diamond Stud Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Black Enamel 1ct Round Simulated Diamond Stud Sterling Silver Earrings These modern-style earrings feature two beautiful 1-ct round simulated diamond cz handset in platinum ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Bijoux Num Oval Pink Sapphire and Keishi Pearl Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num Oval Pink Sapphire and Keishi Pearl Vermeil Earrings. The stunning pair of earrings feature beautiful lab-created pink sapphire and lustrous cultured Japanese Keishi pea...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Aquamarine Tassel Earrings with 14k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Earrings by Marina J. Measuring 3.5 inches long, this pair hangs off solid 14k White Gold Lever Back Hooks. These Earrings are made with all Rhodium plated Silver, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Silver

Emerald-cut Blue Topaz and Freshwater Pearl Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Bijoux Num Emerald-cut Blue Topaz & Freshwater Pearl Earrings. The earrings feature 2 beautiful emerald-cut sky blue topaz and 2 lustrous 12mm cultured freshwater pearl, h...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Blue Topaz, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Marina J Pearl, Kyanite, Iolite, Tourmaline, Topaz & 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of multi colored Chandelier earrings by Marina J. This pair is made using all solid 14k Yellow Gold wiring and organic stones. ...
Category

2010s American Artist Earrings

Materials

Iolite, Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, Kyanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14mm Carved Frosted Quartz Flower Vermeil Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant 14mm Carved Frosted Quartz Flower Earrings This earrings features 14mm frosted quartz carved into beautiful three dimension flower, adorned wit...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Black Mother of Pearl and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Oval Black Mother of Pearl and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings This gorgeous pair of earrings features genuine oval cabochon-cut black mother of pearl and beaut...
Category

2010s American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Bijoux Num Triple Oval Lapis Lazuli Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut lapis lazuli adorned with round simulated diamonds, handset in platinum rhodium plated silver. The lapis lazuli offe...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Leverback Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic white of the two round peg-set Freshwater cultured pearls is sure to allure. Crafted in 14K white gold, these dangling pearl earrings will give you a polished look for th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Marina J. Pearl & Black Onyx Dangle Earrings with solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic and elegant pair of Earrings by Marina J. This pair features two beautiful Baroque Coin Pearls displaying a multi colored iridescent luster, encapsulated in round Black Onyx....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Pearl, Multicolor Tourmaline Briolettes & 14 k Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of earrings by Marina J. This Chandelier Earring set is adorned with beautiful multi colored and faceted Tourmaline Teardrop Briolettes! The faceted Tourmaline shine wo...
Category

2010s American Artist Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Solari Lapis Luzuli Sphere Hoop Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Designer Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- 2 Spherical Blue Lapis Luzuli Authentic David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Luzuli Hoop Drop Earrings F...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Pearl & Solid 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and gorgeous pair of Earrings by Marina J. This pair is made with all Solid 14k Yellow Gold wirings and hooks. Three beautiful white Pearls displaying a soft iridescent luster...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Coin Pearl & Peridot Chandelier Earrings with 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Playful pair of earrings by Marina J. These Earrings are made of two beautiful Flat Coin Pearls with a soft multi color iridescent luster. Three Teardrop shaped Faceted Peridots hang...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Pearl, Kyanite and Aqumarine Earrings with 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These delicate earrings are centered with white coin pearls. Aquamarine and kyanite beads accented by 14k white gold beads play of the glow of the pearl....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Interchangeable Aquamarine Drop Earrings with Diamond Line Tops in White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These wonderfully versatile earrings feature gorgeous aquamarine and diamond “drops” suspended from an elegant line of sparkling diamonds! The perfectly matched emerald-cut gems are ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Santa Maria Aquamarine and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These exquisitely handcrafted aquamarine and diamond earrings definitely say "special occasion,” or more importantly, "special lady!” The pear-shaped aquamarines weigh 10.50 carats t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold with Hinged Backs, .48 Carats Total
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond hoop earrings are a staple in any fine jewelry wardrobe, and this beautiful pair is perfect for both everyday and special occasions! These lovely hoops feature sparkling roun...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

1.05 Carat Hoop Huggie Earring 18 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These versatile beauties are great every day earrings or special event earrings. 14 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 1.05 Carats. Beautifully set on 18 Karat White Gold with an approxi...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 14K Gold 0.7ct Natural Diamond w/ Ruby Oval Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 1.37 grams of 14K White Gold, the earrings contain 24 stones of Round Natural Diamonds with a total of 0.19 carat in F-G color and I1-I2 clarity combined with 2 stones of ...
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate Stefan Hafner White and Brown Diamond Earrings in 18K 2 Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Stefan Hafner dangle earrings featuring 4.36 ct. of white diamond rounds and 1.57 ct. of brown diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow and white gold. Matching neckl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold

Modern Gold 2.08 Carat Natural Diamond and Golden South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern gold 2 carat natural diamond and golden south sea pearl earrings Magnificent yellow gold pearl earrings set with two 10.5 mm aaa quality golden south sea pearls. Very high lu...
Category

2010s North American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

David Yurman Twisted 18K Yellow Gold Continuance Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Designer Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- 44 Round Diamonds G Color VS2 Clarity 0.23 Carats. Authentic David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Huggie Tw...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.88 Carat Citrine Diamond Rose Gold Earrings
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings have Natural Citrines that weigh 1.58 carats and also Natural Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.30 carats. The total carat weight of the earrings are 1.88 carats. Cura...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Rose Gold

Estate Stefan Hafner White Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning estate Stefan Hafner 13.70 ct. good quality white diamond rounds and pear shapes. Handmade in 18k white gold. Matching necklace is available!
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Marina J Cultured White Pearl and Amethyst Drop Earrings with 14 K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These white oval cultured pearl and amethyst drop earrings with 14 k yellow gold wiring and hook have a graceful look to them. At 1.8 inches long the earring classically frame...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

13.69 Carat Amethyst Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings! These stunning Earrings have 2 large Cushion Cut Amethysts that weigh 12.16 Carats The Cushion cut Amethysts are embellished wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.18 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.18 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Earrings Suggested Replacement Value Approx. $5,000.00 Total Natural Round Cut White Diamonds Weight: Approx. 0.1...
Category

2010s American Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. 6mm and 11mm White Pearl Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant, yet understated. These beautiful earring are composed of a pair of smooth white pearls suspended with gold findings. Dangling from a 14k yellow gold earwire, a 6mm round pe...
Category

2010s American Artist Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Turquoise Diamond Earrings In 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.65 Carat Natural Turquoise 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings Stamped: 14K Yellow Gold Total Earrings Weight: 2.0 Grams Total Natural Turquoise Weight is 3.00 Carat (Measu...
Category

2010s American Modern Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Elizabeth Locke Moon Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Elizabeth Locke moon earrings in 18k yellow gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Black and White Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful earrings with 0.76 ct. white and black diamond rounds. Handmade in 14k white gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Marina J. Solid 14k & Pearl Earrings with Ombre Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Earrings by Marina J. This pair is made with all Pearls and solid 14k Yellow Gold. Two iridescent teardrop shaped Pearls sit atop a 14k Yellow Gold Plated - Diamon...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Shop Now: Antique and Vintage Earrings for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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