Around The Ear
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s British Modern Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Labradorite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British More Objets d'Art and Vertu
2010s Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century French Romantic Dangle Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings
2010s British Art Deco Hoop Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Brass, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Stud Earrings
Citrine, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Cypriot Byzantine Chandelier Earrings
Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Stud Earrings
Yellow Gold
2010s Palestinian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Yellow Gold
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Stud Earrings
Citrine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Stud Earrings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1990s French Modern Dangle Earrings
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Jade, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Drop Earrings
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Drop Earrings
Agate, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Danish Clip-on Earrings
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 1850s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold
1990s Stud Earrings
2010s Stud Earrings
Ruby, Platinum
20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Swedish Stud Earrings
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k...
Vintage 1950s Swedish Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Versace was founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace in Milan, Italy. Since then, the brand’s stylish prints and bright colors have continued to capture the imagination of people worldwide. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Versace apparel from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Dying Gaul is wearing a piece of traditional Celtic jewelry, called a torc, around its neck. This famous statue is a recreation of a statue created in the Hellenistic period of Rome. Find a collection of models of The Dying Gaul sculpture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The frame around a fireplace is called the mantle which has a shelf on which decorations and other items can be placed. You can find a wide variety of Victorian and antique fireplace mantles on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, marble can crack around a fireplace. However, proper installation, including being ‘slabbed,’ helps prevent cracks from happening. Consult an expert for more specific information. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique marble fireplace surrounds from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How many feet around a table you need depends on how many people you need to seat. Each diner will need about 24 inches of space to eat comfortably. To determine the minimum length table you should buy, multiple the number of people by 24. If you intend to seat people on the ends, subtract two. If not, skip this step. Divide the number by two to arrive at the minimum length measurement. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique and vintage dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What the metal trim around a fireplace is called depends on its location. Metal on the floor in front of a fireplace is a hearth, while trim that encloses the firebox is a surround. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage fireplaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The bags worn around your waist can be called a belt bag, a hip bag, a belly bag, a moon bag, a waist bag, a fanny pack or a bumbag. On 1stDibs, shop a range of designer belt bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There is no one proper way to place chairs around a Noguchi coffee table. Your ideal placement will depend on the space you’re using and the chairs that you’ve chosen. In 1944, Noguchi created the first version of his classic glass-topped coffee table as a riff on a piece he designed for former MoMA president, A. Conger Goodyear, a few years earlier. Legendary Michigan manufacturer Herman Miller began to produce the design in 1948. On 1stDibs, find a number of Isamu Noguchi coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024How many chairs fit around a 60-inch round table depends largely on the size of the chairs. Most tables that are 60 inches in diameter can accommodate around 10 chairs comfortably. Ensure that there is enough space between the chairs so that users can pull them in and out easily and have enough elbow room to dine unencumbered. Shop a wide range of round tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023The name of earrings that go through the ear is pierced earrings. They differ from clip-on earrings, which attach to the earlobe rather than going through a piercing. Pierced earrings come in a wide range of styles, including studs mounted on posts, dangles and drops that hang from wires and hoops that feature a variety of closures. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pierced earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Clip-on earrings may hurt your ears due to the tension that the backings apply on the lobes. If your earrings have adjustable backs, try fastening them less tightly to reduce discomfort. You can also purchase cushions that stick onto the backings to help ease pressure. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023No, clip-on earrings don't pierce your ears. Instead of slipping through a piercing, a clip-on earring attaches to the surface of your earlobe with a fastener. Depending on the design of the earrings, the fastener may be a hinged clip, a screw, a tension bar or even a magnet. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, you can wear pearl earrings with diamond earrings if you wish. One way to tie the look together is to choose pearl and diamond earrings with matching settings. For example, you can pair platinum diamond and pearl earrings or yellow gold diamond and pearl earrings. Shop a large assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Many types of earrings that hang from the ear can be elegant. Dangle earrings featuring pearls or gemstones are one option. Large hoops made of gold, platinum or other precious metals are another. For a bold statement, consider chandelier earrings, which feature tiered dangling designs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dangle earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The difference between a drop earring and a dangle earring is how it hangs. A drop earring extends down below the earlobe but is stationary, while a pair of dangle earrings’ design allows it to swing. On 1stDibs, find a selection of earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, you can use clip-on earrings on pierced ears. The different kinds of clasps featured on clip-ons will still secure them to your earlobes if you have a piercing. However, wearing clip-ons exclusively could cause your piercings to gradually close up over time. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- What are swing earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Swing earrings are earrings that swing back and forth as you move. Most people refer to them as dangle earrings. They differ from drop earrings, which remain stationary despite your movements. Find a wide variety of dangle earrings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cluster earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023A cluster earring is an earring that usually has a round shape and a particular design. Specifically, the earrings feature small gemstones or pearls that completely cover their surfaces. Cluster earrings can include studs that don't extend below the earlobe and drops that hang below the ear but remain stationary when you move. You can also find some cluster styles that include a dangling element, such as a single pearl or solitaire gemstone. Find a variety of cluster earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is an inlay earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023An inlay earring is an earring that shows off a certain decorating technique. In jewelry making, inlay is the process of carving small recesses in the surface of a metal, like platinum, gold or silver, and then filling them with precisely cut accent materials. You can find inlay earrings featuring a variety of semiprecious stones and gemstones, such as lapis lazuli, mother of pearl, opal and turquoise. They may also be decorated with inlays of shells, beads, glass and other materials. Shop a range of inlay earrings on 1stDibs.
- Where are pearl earrings from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
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