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Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Clover Earrings, 1980s
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Clover Earrings, 1980s

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Clover Earrings, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with white bakelite centered with a four-leaf clover.

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings Cruise, 1996
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings Cruise, 1996

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings Cruise, 1996

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with black bakelite and costume pearly drops. 1996 Cruise Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Drop Earrings
Art Deco Modernist 1930s Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Drop Earrings

Located in Devon, England

These earrings are made from black and green phenolic Bakelite, with chromed metal work ribbed to the center.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bakelite

Turquoise Color Bakelite Earrings With Pave Diamond In Gold & Silver
Turquoise Color Bakelite Earrings With Pave Diamond In Gold & Silver

Turquoise Color Bakelite Earrings With Pave Diamond In Gold & Silver

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

"18Kt Gold:2.99g, Diamond:2.27ct, SiIver:6.43g,, Turquoise:-63.20ct"

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

Beautiful Italian Bakelite Gold Earrings with Coral Ganesh
Beautiful Italian Bakelite Gold Earrings with Coral Ganesh

Beautiful Italian Bakelite Gold Earrings with Coral Ganesh

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Italian Bakelite Earring with Coral Ganesha in 18K Yellow Gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Candy Apple Red Bakelite Dangle Earrings, Gold Clip On, Mid 1900s
Candy Apple Red Bakelite Dangle Earrings, Gold Clip On, Mid 1900s

Candy Apple Red Bakelite Dangle Earrings, Gold Clip On, Mid 1900s

Located in Milford, DE

A pair of vintage bakelite earrings. Features an red bakelite apple dangling from a vintage clip on in goldtone.

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20th Century American Retro Dangle Earrings

Beautiful Italian Red Bakelite Gold Earring with White Coral Happy Buddha
Beautiful Italian Red Bakelite Gold Earring with White Coral Happy Buddha

Beautiful Italian Red Bakelite Gold Earring with White Coral Happy Buddha

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Italian Red Bakelite Earring with White Coral Happy Buddha in 18K Gold will get good luck in your life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amber Butterscotch Yellow Bakelite Button Brass-tone Clip On Earrings
Amber Butterscotch Yellow Bakelite Button Brass-tone Clip On Earrings

Amber Butterscotch Yellow Bakelite Button Brass-tone Clip On Earrings

Located in Milford, DE

A pair of stylish vintage bakelite earrings. Each features an amber butterscotch yellow bakelite button set on brass-tone clip on hardware.

Category

20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Art Deco Red Bakelite Hoop Dangle Earrings
Art Deco Red Bakelite Hoop Dangle Earrings

Art Deco Red Bakelite Hoop Dangle Earrings

Located in Lexington, KY

This is a stunning pair of Art Deco hoop dangle earrings in bright red bakelite! The bakelite is in fantastic condition and has a beautiful bright red color accented by swirling acce...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Christian Dior Gold Disc and Bakelite Mod Earrings
Christian Dior Gold Disc and Bakelite Mod Earrings

Christian Dior Gold Disc and Bakelite Mod Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Christian Dior large gilt disc and bakelite drop earrings from the 1970's. A curved oval disc houses an oval wedge of black bakelite held with a gilt clip.

Category

Vintage 1970s Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Shell Earrings with Bakelite, 2003
Chanel Shell Earrings with Bakelite, 2003

Chanel Shell Earrings with Bakelite, 2003

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery and golden metal clip-on earrings with Bakelite representing shells. 2cc3 Collection.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

18 Karat, Emerald, Brown Diamonds and Bakelite Hook Earrings
18 Karat, Emerald, Brown Diamonds and Bakelite Hook Earrings

18 Karat, Emerald, Brown Diamonds and Bakelite Hook Earrings

Located in Cattolica, IT

The stones are settled in a silver bezel and placed on a bakelite plate. The earrings's frame is in 18 Kt yellow gold.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Bakelite Dangling Clip Earrings Green and Yellow Checkerboard
Bakelite Dangling Clip Earrings Green and Yellow Checkerboard

Bakelite Dangling Clip Earrings Green and Yellow Checkerboard

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning Pop Art Bakelite dangling clip-on earrings feature a geometric dangling shape with a square laminated design in a checkerboard pattern.

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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Valentino Oversized Lipstick Red Bakelite Hoop Earrings, Signed
Vintage Valentino Oversized Lipstick Red Bakelite Hoop Earrings, Signed

Vintage Valentino Oversized Lipstick Red Bakelite Hoop Earrings, Signed

By Valentino

Located in McKinney, TX

- Large statement piece - Each earring measures 2.75" tall - Gold tone - Bakelite-style red hoop rings - Clip on earring backs - By Valentino, signed on verso - Estate acquired - Exc...

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20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Emerald Green Marble
Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Emerald Green Marble

Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Emerald Green Marble

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning Bakelite dangling clip-on earrings have a Pop Art design style and were made in France in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Art Deco Salamander Earrings With Cherry Bakelite By Jean Painlevé, 1930s
Art Deco Salamander Earrings With Cherry Bakelite By Jean Painlevé, 1930s

Art Deco Salamander Earrings With Cherry Bakelite By Jean Painlevé, 1930s

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the early 20th century - Each earring measures .6" x .9" - Gold plated hardware - Red bakelite - Three dimensional salam...

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Vintage 1930s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Green Bluemoon and Purple Plum
Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Green Bluemoon and Purple Plum

Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Green Bluemoon and Purple Plum

Located in Atlanta, GA

These stunning extra-long Bakelite dangling clip-on earrings have an undeniable Pop Art design flair.

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Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

1960s Schreiner Bakelite Faux Jade Clip-On Earrings W/ Smaller Mixed Jewel-Tones
1960s Schreiner Bakelite Faux Jade Clip-On Earrings W/ Smaller Mixed Jewel-Tones

1960s Schreiner Bakelite Faux Jade Clip-On Earrings W/ Smaller Mixed Jewel-Tones

By Schreiner Jewelry

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Schreiner Bakelite faux jade clip-on style earrings with smaller jewel-tone rhinestones of various shapes scattered around the center stone.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Yves  Saint Laurent 1970s Bakelite Earclips
Yves  Saint Laurent 1970s Bakelite Earclips

Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Bakelite Earclips

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent 1970s bakelite earclips. Designed in the Art Deco Revival taste, black bakelite overlapping triangles are set with two rows of crystal rhinestones. Designed by Ma...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Silver Plate

Chanel earrings 1996
Chanel earrings 1996

Chanel earrings 1996

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with pink bakelite and a costume pearly drop. 1996 Cruise Collection.

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1990s French Dangle Earrings

Bill Schiffer Crystal Drop Earrings
Bill Schiffer Crystal Drop Earrings

Bill Schiffer Crystal Drop Earrings

By Bill Schiffer

Located in New York, NY

Bill Schiffer Crystal Drop Earrings of carved bakelite links with flat back crystal decoration.

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Vintage 1980s American Dangle Earrings

Mid-20th Century Bakelite and Amber Paste Bead Necklace and Earrings, Tunisia
Mid-20th Century Bakelite and Amber Paste Bead Necklace and Earrings, Tunisia

Mid-20th Century Bakelite and Amber Paste Bead Necklace and Earrings, Tunisia

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Mid-20th century Bakelite and amber paste bead necklace and earrings, Tunisia A vintage necklace and earring set made of green/yellow bakelite beads, which are known as 'faturan', a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tunisian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Silver

Vintage 1930s Butterscotch Bakelite Earrings
Vintage 1930s Butterscotch Bakelite Earrings

Vintage 1930s Butterscotch Bakelite Earrings

Located in New York, NY

These vintage round 1930s earrings is made of butterscotch Bakelite with a gold-tone setting.

Category

Vintage 1930s Clip-on Earrings

Diamond & Bakelite Earrings, 4.33 Carats, 14 KT
Diamond & Bakelite Earrings, 4.33 Carats, 14 KT

Diamond & Bakelite Earrings, 4.33 Carats, 14 KT

Located in New York, NY

A chic pair of bakelite and diamond earrings with diamond shape cut-outs, weighing 4.33 cts.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diamond, Rubylite & White Bakelite Earrings, 2.65 Carats
Diamond, Rubylite & White Bakelite Earrings, 2.65 Carats

Diamond, Rubylite & White Bakelite Earrings, 2.65 Carats

Located in New York, NY

Stylish white Bakelite drop earrings with diamond details weighing approximately 2.65 carats, in a black rhodium finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold

Art Deco Modernist Pair of Phenolic and Chrome Bakelite Earrings
Art Deco Modernist Pair of Phenolic and Chrome Bakelite Earrings

Art Deco Modernist Pair of Phenolic and Chrome Bakelite Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

Fabulously stylish 1930's Art Deco modernist earrings. The bakelite is a lovely deep cherry red colour with a very faint creamy marble swirl running through it, very vivid and bright.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco More Earrings

Bakelite & Diamond Drop Earrings, 2.36 CTS
Bakelite & Diamond Drop Earrings, 2.36 CTS

Bakelite & Diamond Drop Earrings, 2.36 CTS

Located in New York, NY

Stylish bakelite drop earrings with single cut diamond details, 2.36 atw, in a black rhodium finish, silver on gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Mark Davis Bakelite Peridot Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings
Mark Davis Bakelite Peridot Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Peridot Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

Mark Davis elongated drop earrings are created from meticulously laminated vintage bakelite in various shades of blue and green.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

These Mark Davis geometric pendant earrings are handcrafted using black and burgundy vintage bakelite.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings
Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

Fabulously stylish 1930's Art Deco modernist earrings. The phenolic bakelite is a deep pea green colour.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings

Mark Davis Laminated Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Mark Davis Laminated Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Mark Davis Laminated Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

These Mark Davis elongated and inverted teardrop earrings are handcrafted using laminated green and blue vintage bakelite.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Persian Turquoise Earrings with Diamonds 3.85 Carat and Bakelite
Persian Turquoise Earrings with Diamonds 3.85 Carat and Bakelite

Persian Turquoise Earrings with Diamonds 3.85 Carat and Bakelite

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Persian Turquoise & Bakelite Diamonds = 3.85 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Silver Dimensions: 3.0 x 1.29 Inches Jewelry Gift Box Included

Category

Late 20th Century Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1960'S Kenneth Jay Lane Bakelite & Gold Large Hoop Earring
1960'S Kenneth Jay Lane Bakelite & Gold Large Hoop Earring

1960'S Kenneth Jay Lane Bakelite & Gold Large Hoop Earring

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1960s Kenneth Jay Lane tortoise colored Bakelite large door knocker style hoop earrings with gold plate clip style posts.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hoop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Galalith Drop Earrings
Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Galalith Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Galalith Drop Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

These earrings are made from black bakelite and off white Galalith ( sometimes known as French bakelite ) with chromed metal work ribbed to the center.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver Plated and Bakelite 1930s Ladies Earrings
Art Deco Silver Plated and Bakelite 1930s Ladies Earrings

Art Deco Silver Plated and Bakelite 1930s Ladies Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

Beautiful piece of Art Deco jewellery dating to the 1930's. These earrings are an absolute delight and any lady of style will love them.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver Plated and Bakelite 1930s Ladies Earrings
Art Deco Silver Plated and Bakelite 1930s Ladies Earrings

Art Deco Silver Plated and Bakelite 1930s Ladies Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

Beautiful piece of Art Deco jewellery dating to the 1930's. These earrings are an absolute delight and any lady of style will love them.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

50'S Pair Bakelite Faux Tortoise 1958 US Lincoln Penny Coin Earrings By, Bergere
50'S Pair Bakelite Faux Tortoise 1958 US Lincoln Penny Coin Earrings By, Bergere

50'S Pair Bakelite Faux Tortoise 1958 US Lincoln Penny Coin Earrings By, Bergere

By Bergère Jewelry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1950'S Bergere Signed 1958 Lincoln US penny coin round disc earnings made of Bakelite tortoise color and finish with central 1958 US Abraham Lincoln bronze "D" pennies (uncirculated)...

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Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Marbleized Butterscotch Bakelite Choker with Matching Earrings
Marbleized Butterscotch Bakelite Choker with Matching Earrings

Marbleized Butterscotch Bakelite Choker with Matching Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A juicy strand or Marbleized Butterscotch Bakelite Beads strung as a choker sold with a later matching pair of Marbleized Butterscotch Bakelite half hoop earrings which are circa 196...

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Vintage 1950s American Choker Necklaces

Mark Davis Green Bakelite, Diamond and Peridot Pendant Earrings
Mark Davis Green Bakelite, Diamond and Peridot Pendant Earrings

Mark Davis Green Bakelite, Diamond and Peridot Pendant Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Vail, CO

Marbled green vintage bakelite pendant earrings, accented by round-cut diamonds and peridots, the gemstones bezel-set in 18k yellow gold. 36 diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 tota...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930'S Bakelite Striped "Philadelphia" Hoop Earrings
1930'S Bakelite Striped "Philadelphia" Hoop Earrings

1930'S Bakelite Striped "Philadelphia" Hoop Earrings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1930'S Art Deco "Philadelphia" Three Color Striped Bakelite hoop clip style earrings. Features three "Philadelphia" colors, red, butterscotch and black with gold plate clips.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Hoop Earrings

1950'S Bakelite Marbleized Green Hoop Pierced Earrings
1950'S Bakelite Marbleized Green Hoop Pierced Earrings

1950'S Bakelite Marbleized Green Hoop Pierced Earrings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1950'S Marbleized Green Square Hoop Style Pierced Earrings. These vibrant "malachite" look Bakelite hoop pierced earrings feature 12K Gold posts.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hoop Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

These petite round ball ball earrings are handcrafted using black vintage bakelite.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

These petite hexagonal stud earrings are handcrafted of navy blue vintage bakelite and set in polished 18k yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Mark Davis Bakelite Citrine Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings
Mark Davis Bakelite Citrine Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Citrine Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

These Mark Davis elongated teardrop earrings are created from meticulously laminated vintage bakelite in various shades of blue.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

Mark Davis Bakelite Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

By Mark Davis

Located in Beaufort, SC

These petite hexagonal stud earrings are handcrafted with a mosaic of green, blue and burgundy vintage bakelite and set in polished 18k yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Chrome Drop Earrings
Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Chrome Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Chrome Drop Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

A fabulous pair of Art deco earrings in Black bakelite and chrome metal . Great iconic design any ladie who loves Art Deco would love.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Chrome Drop Earrings
Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Chrome Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist Bakelite and Chrome Drop Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

A fabulous pair of Art deco earrings in Black bakelite and chrome metal . Great iconic design any lady who loves Art Deco would love.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings
Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

Fabulously stylish 1930's Art Deco modernist earrings. The phenolic bakelite is a deep pea green colour.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings
Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Bakelite and Chrome Earrings

Located in Westward ho, GB

Fabulously stylish 1930's Art Deco modernist earrings. The phenolic bakelite is a deep pea green colour.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

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Bakelite Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of bakelite earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Gold and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 81 vintage examples as well as 18 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of bakelite earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and Artisan styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Artisan NYC, Meghna Jewels and Yves Saint Laurent are consistently popular. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 14, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut bakelite earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of bakelite earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Bakelite Earrings?

Prices for bakelite earrings start at $115 and top out at $6,900 with these earrings, on average, selling for $415.

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.