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Black Jet Earring with Diamonds
Black Jet Earring with Diamonds

Black Jet Earring with Diamonds

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

Exclusive Rectangular shape animal carved black jet earring with diamonds around and a pretty top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Vintage Silver Black Jet Filigree Dangle Earring
Vintage Silver Black Jet Filigree Dangle Earring

Vintage Silver Black Jet Filigree Dangle Earring

Located in Rotterdam, NL

design of the earring is made with fine silver filigree and set with black jet in bezel frame. The

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver

Pomellato Victoria Black Diamond & Jet 18k Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Pomellato Victoria Black Diamond & Jet 18k Rose Gold Drop Earrings

Pomellato Victoria Black Diamond & Jet 18k Rose Gold Drop Earrings

By Pomellato

Located in Feasterville, PA

, radiating mysterious brilliance. Suspended below, faceted black jet pendants add depth and drama, their

Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, Rose Gold

Striking Black Jet and Faux Coral CZ Crystal Drop Earrings
Striking Black Jet and Faux Coral CZ Crystal Drop Earrings

Striking Black Jet and Faux Coral CZ Crystal Drop Earrings

Located in Montreal, QC

Soft faceted sheen Black Jet Dangle Earrings accented by faceted red and Sparkling CZ stones, each

Category

Vintage 1970s Modernist Drop Earrings

Pomellato 17.90ct Black Jet Rose Gold Earrings
Pomellato 17.90ct Black Jet Rose Gold Earrings

Pomellato 17.90ct Black Jet Rose Gold Earrings

By Pomellato

Located in Feasterville, PA

A fabulous pair of authentic Pomellato earrings set with faceted .Black Jet totaling 17.90ct in 18k

Category

Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rose Gold

Jet Satellite Spider Earrings, MWLC
Jet Satellite Spider Earrings, MWLC

Jet Satellite Spider Earrings, MWLC

By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin

Located in New York, NY

Jet "Satellite" earrings from Mark Walsh Leslie Chin. A gilt spider hangs from the base of the onyx

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gilt Metal

Musula Jet Black Gothic Cobalt Soutache Earrings w/silver closure
Musula Jet Black Gothic Cobalt Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

Musula Jet Black Gothic Cobalt Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Jet Black Gothic XL Cobalt Blue Also in Rouge Red, Beige Marble, Copper Brown, Brown Wood, & Green

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Musula Jet Black Gothic Uranium Soutache Earrings w/silver closure
Musula Jet Black Gothic Uranium Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

Musula Jet Black Gothic Uranium Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Jet Black Gothic Uranium Earrings Also in Rouge Red, Brown Wood, and Cobalt Blue Musula Soutache

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Musula Jet Black Gothic Wood  Soutache Earrings w/silver closure
Musula Jet Black Gothic Wood  Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

Musula Jet Black Gothic Wood Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Jet Black Gothic wood Earrings. Also in Rouge Red, Beige Marble, Copper Brown, Brown Wood, Cobalt

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Earrings
Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Earrings

Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Earrings

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Large and attractive Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Earrings in signature Russian gilt finish

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

14 Karat Gold Flaming Jet Black Onyx Pendant Earrings Suite
14 Karat Gold Flaming Jet Black Onyx Pendant Earrings Suite

14 Karat Gold Flaming Jet Black Onyx Pendant Earrings Suite

Located in New York, NY

14kt gold Jet Black Onyx Earrings Pendant Suite Earrings: 1.5 x .78inch Pendant: 1.4 x .76 inch

Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian French Vauxhall Jet Drop Earrings
Victorian French Vauxhall Jet Drop Earrings

Victorian French Vauxhall Jet Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Victorian fench vauxhall jet long drop earrings of overlapping trompe l'oiel teardrop shape loops

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vhernier  Eclisse black jet  18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings
Vhernier  Eclisse black jet  18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings

Vhernier Eclisse black jet 18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings

By Vhernier

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

These gold Eclisse earrings, covered in stunning pavé diamonds and polished black jet, are a symbol

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vhernier  Eclisse black jet  18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings
Vhernier  Eclisse black jet  18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings

Vhernier Eclisse black jet 18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings

By Vhernier

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

These gold earrings, covered in stunning pavé diamonds Earclips in 18K yellow and white gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vhernier  Eclisse black jet  18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings
Vhernier  Eclisse black jet  18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings

Vhernier Eclisse black jet 18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings

By Vhernier

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

These gold Eclisse earrings, covered in stunning pavé diamondsEarclips in 18K white gold not

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Musula Jet Black Gothic Marble Soutache Earrings w/silver closure
Musula Jet Black Gothic Marble Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

Musula Jet Black Gothic Marble Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Jet Black Gothic XL Marble Earrings. Also in Rouge Red, Beige Marble, Copper Brown, Brown Wood

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Miriam Haskell Jet and Gilt Drop Earrings
Miriam Haskell Jet and Gilt Drop Earrings

Miriam Haskell Jet and Gilt Drop Earrings

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Miriam Haskell Jet and Gilt Drop Earrings from the 1980's. Adjustable clip back fittings with gilt

Category

Vintage 1980s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ruby Poured Glass and Jet Earrings, MWLC
Ruby Poured Glass and Jet Earrings, MWLC

Ruby Poured Glass and Jet Earrings, MWLC

By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin

Located in New York, NY

Ruby poured glass and faceted jet stone earrings by Mark Walsh Leslie Chin. Hand made in their

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Carved Jet Black Onyx Stud Earrings 14kt Gold 12626 White Stone
Carved Jet Black Onyx Stud Earrings 14kt Gold 12626 White Stone

Carved Jet Black Onyx Stud Earrings 14kt Gold 12626 White Stone

By Unbranded

Located in New York, NY

10mm White stone & Black Onyx Earrings. Earrings 32 x 23mm 14kt yellow gold 10.8 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Drop Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage Butler & Wilson Jet Black Glass Rope Earrings 1980s
Vintage Butler & Wilson Jet Black Glass Rope Earrings 1980s

Vintage Butler & Wilson Jet Black Glass Rope Earrings 1980s

By Butler & Wilson

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Vintage Butler & Wilson Black Earrings. Crafted in gold plated metal, most likely brass and set

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

18 Karat Gothic Revival Gilt Deco Natural Jet Black Onyx Dangle Earrings
18 Karat Gothic Revival Gilt Deco Natural Jet Black Onyx Dangle Earrings

18 Karat Gothic Revival Gilt Deco Natural Jet Black Onyx Dangle Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Inspired Gothic Jet Black Natural Onyx 3D Raised Gilt deco 18Kt. White gold. 32

Category

2010s American Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell  Modernist Ruby and Jet Long Earrings
Miriam Haskell  Modernist Ruby and Jet Long Earrings

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

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Brass

Miabril  Black  & Jet Soutache Earrings with Silk Rayon, Beads & Silver Closure
Miabril  Black  & Jet Soutache Earrings with Silk Rayon, Beads & Silver Closure

Miabril Black & Jet Soutache Earrings with Silk Rayon, Beads & Silver Closure

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Soutache earrings made with silk rayon and crystal beads & silver closure In nine beautiful colours

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Marguerite Earrings in Jet and Pink Coral, MWLC
Marguerite Earrings in Jet and Pink Coral, MWLC

Marguerite Earrings in Jet and Pink Coral, MWLC

By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin

Located in New York, NY

Hand made poured glass "Marguerite" earrings in jet and pink coral poured glass with Swarovski

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Napier Collection Jet Crystal Pin, Bracelet, Clip on Earrings Set in Gold
Napier Collection Jet Crystal Pin, Bracelet, Clip on Earrings Set in Gold

Napier Collection Jet Crystal Pin, Bracelet, Clip on Earrings Set in Gold

By Napier

Located in Milford, DE

A stylish demi parure, featuring jet-crystal encrusted bracelet, pin brooch, and clip on earrings

Category

Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal

Miriam Haskell Crystal and Jet Beaded Earclips
Miriam Haskell Crystal and Jet Beaded Earclips

Miriam Haskell Crystal and Jet Beaded Earclips

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Miriam Haskell's crystal and jet beaded earclips with adjustable clip back fittings. Large faceted

Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

18 Karat Gold 3.65 Carat Diamond, Sapphire, and Black Onyx Drop Earrings
18 Karat Gold 3.65 Carat Diamond, Sapphire, and Black Onyx Drop Earrings

18 Karat Gold 3.65 Carat Diamond, Sapphire, and Black Onyx Drop Earrings

By Gems Paradise

Located in Jaipur, IN

invisible set emerald cut diamond and jet black onyx earring with azure blue sapphire half-hoop is

Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Musula Passion Rouge Soutache Earrings w/silver closure
Musula Passion Rouge Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

Musula Passion Rouge Soutache Earrings w/silver closure

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Jet Black Gothic XL Marble Earrings. Also in, Brown Wood, Beige Marble, Cobalt Blue & Green

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Hematite, Silver

1980's CHRISTIAN DIOR gilt earrings with enamel
1980's CHRISTIAN DIOR gilt earrings with enamel

1980's CHRISTIAN DIOR gilt earrings with enamel

By Christian Dior

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Gilt metal and jet black enameled earrings from Christian Dior dating to the 1980's. Clip backs

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Enamel

Faceted Faux Onyx Bead Dangle Earrings By Lewis Segal, 1960s
Faceted Faux Onyx Bead Dangle Earrings By Lewis Segal, 1960s

Faceted Faux Onyx Bead Dangle Earrings By Lewis Segal, 1960s

Located in McKinney, TX

- Each earring measures 2" tall - Jet black beads - Clip on earring backs - By Lewis Segal (signed on

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Jet and Crystal Statement Necklace and Earring Suite
Jet and Crystal Statement Necklace and Earring Suite

Jet and Crystal Statement Necklace and Earring Suite

Located in New York, NY

inserts. Unusual and striking with crystal and jet enamel clip back earrings. 1980s USA. 17" length, 2.5

Category

Vintage 1980s American More Jewelry

Black Jet and Black Diamond Austrian Crystal Layered Chandelier Earrings
Black Jet and Black Diamond Austrian Crystal Layered Chandelier Earrings

Black Jet and Black Diamond Austrian Crystal Layered Chandelier Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

These elegant and dramatic black jet and black diamond vintage 1960s Austrian crystal chandelier

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Retro Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Mixed Metal

Matar Modern Silver Reflective Sculptural Jet Black Ebony Dangle Earrings
Matar Modern Silver Reflective Sculptural Jet Black Ebony Dangle Earrings

Matar Modern Silver Reflective Sculptural Jet Black Ebony Dangle Earrings

Located in Manama, BH

These statement earrings feature faceted hand-carved jet black ebony contrasted with a highly

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Susan Crow Studio Bullet Cut Black Jet and Gold Drop Earrings
Susan Crow Studio Bullet Cut Black Jet and Gold Drop Earrings

Susan Crow Studio Bullet Cut Black Jet and Gold Drop Earrings

By Susan Crow Studio

Located in US

The Charcoal Black Jet and Gold Earrings are the essence of power. The bullet cut Jet is modern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Other, Gold, 14k Gold

Matar Hand-Carved Jet Black Ebony Block Rose Inlays Drop Earrings
Matar Hand-Carved Jet Black Ebony Block Rose Inlays Drop Earrings

Matar Hand-Carved Jet Black Ebony Block Rose Inlays Drop Earrings

Located in Manama, BH

craftsmanship of the past. The jet black textured ebony is a perfect compliment to the high shine delicate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Rose Gold

Black Jet and Clear Austrian Crystal "Perfect Drop" Pendant Drop Earrings
Black Jet and Clear Austrian Crystal "Perfect Drop" Pendant Drop Earrings

Black Jet and Clear Austrian Crystal "Perfect Drop" Pendant Drop Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Our classic "Perfect Drop" pendant drop earrings are now featured in black jet and clear Austrian

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Mixed Metal

Matar Hand-Carved Jet Black Ebony Block Earrings with Sterling Silver Inlays
Matar Hand-Carved Jet Black Ebony Block Earrings with Sterling Silver Inlays

Matar Hand-Carved Jet Black Ebony Block Earrings with Sterling Silver Inlays

Located in Manama, BH

craftsmanship of the past. The jet black textured ebony is a perfect compliment to the high shine delicate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Black Opal, Hand Carved Jet with Sapphire and Aquamarine Earring
MAIKO NAGAYAMA Black Opal, Hand Carved Jet with Sapphire and Aquamarine Earring

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Black Opal, Hand Carved Jet with Sapphire and Aquamarine Earring

By Maiko Nagayama

Located in London, Mayfair

abstract shape black jet which is found at Whitby in England (Jet is a type of lignite, a precursor to coal

Category

2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jet Black Diamond Slice Drops Earrings with Diamond Pave Halo in 18k White Gold
Jet Black Diamond Slice Drops Earrings with Diamond Pave Halo in 18k White Gold

Jet Black Diamond Slice Drops Earrings with Diamond Pave Halo in 18k White Gold

By Loriann Stevenson Fine Jewelry

Located in Santa Monica, CA

3.47ct Midnight Black Round Diamond Slices with .48ct vs quality Diamond Pave set in 18k Matte

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

1970s DeLillo Faux Aquamarine Jet Bead and Rhinestone Clip Back Earrings
1970s DeLillo Faux Aquamarine Jet Bead and Rhinestone Clip Back Earrings

1970s DeLillo Faux Aquamarine Jet Bead and Rhinestone Clip Back Earrings

By deLillo

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1970s DeLillo Faux Aquamarine Jet Bead and Rhinestone Clip Back Earrings exhibit all the style that

Category

Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings

Handmade Helios with Laurel Leaf Wreath Earrings
Handmade Helios with Laurel Leaf Wreath Earrings

Handmade Helios with Laurel Leaf Wreath Earrings

By Ned Bowman / Bowman Originals

Located in Sarasota, FL

with jet black vitreous Enamel. The Earrings have 14k gold posts and sterling silver Omega clip backs.

Category

2010s American Artisan More Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Pomellato Victoria 18k Rose Gold Black Jet Earrings
Pomellato Victoria 18k Rose Gold Black Jet Earrings

Pomellato Victoria 18k Rose Gold Black Jet Earrings

By Pomellato

Located in Miami, FL

18k rose gold and set with striking black jet. With a total weight of 12.20 grams, these sculptural

Category

Early 2000s Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Jet Black German Onyx Earrings 14kt
Natural Jet Black German Onyx Earrings 14kt

Natural Jet Black German Onyx Earrings 14kt

Located in New York, NY

Natural jet black German onyx and Diamond earrings. 6x8mm onyx .20ct round diamonds, G color vs2

Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Jet Black German Onyx Diamond Earrings 14kt
Natural Jet Black German Onyx Diamond Earrings 14kt

Natural Jet Black German Onyx Diamond Earrings 14kt

Located in New York, NY

Natural jet black German onyx and Diamond earrings. 16 x 13mm onyx .50ct round diamonds, G color

Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Jet Flower Drop Earrings
Victorian Jet Flower Drop Earrings

Victorian Jet Flower Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Victorian jet earrings with flower bouquets from the late 19th Century. Faceted jet buttons on ear

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian Jet Acorn Drop Earrings
Victorian Jet Acorn Drop Earrings

Victorian Jet Acorn Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Jet and Acorn Drop Earrings from the late 19th Century. Beautifully hand carved leaves

Category

Antique 1870s French Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Unusual Jet/Crystal Assymetrical Earrings
Unusual Jet/Crystal Assymetrical Earrings

Unusual Jet/Crystal Assymetrical Earrings

Located in New York, NY

a large facetted pear shaped jet stone. One earring has crystal leaves and the other has jet and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Jarin Bezel-set Jet CZ Dangle Earrings
Jarin Bezel-set Jet CZ Dangle Earrings

Jarin Bezel-set Jet CZ Dangle Earrings

By Jarin K

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Jarin edgy bezel-set Jet CZ pear-shape dangle earrings. These earrings feature 192pcs of jet black

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent Poured Jet Glass Button Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Poured Jet Glass Button Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Poured Jet Glass Button Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in University City, MO

Yves Saint Laurent Poured jet glass button earrings c 1980 The classic button style earrings are

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

1.76 Carat Diamonds Carved Jet Black Onyx Clip Huggie Earrings 14 Karat G/VS
1.76 Carat Diamonds Carved Jet Black Onyx Clip Huggie Earrings 14 Karat G/VS

1.76 Carat Diamonds Carved Jet Black Onyx Clip Huggie Earrings 14 Karat G/VS

Located in New York, NY

Natural Carved Onyx diamond clips. 1.76ct. Round Brilliant diamonds. Full cuts. G color Vs-2 clarity. 11.3 X 19.8mm 18.4 grams. 14kt. yellow gold. $6,000 appraisal wil...

Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Jet Earclips
Victorian Jet Earclips

Victorian Jet Earclips

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Jet earclips which were converted to clip back earrings in a later period. Excellent

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Clip-on Earrings

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Black Jet Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of black jet earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Gilt Metal and Silver — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 42 vintage editions and 19 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of black jet earrings to choose from, but Contemporary and Victorian black jet earrings are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Miriam Haskell, Musula and Mark Walsh Leslie Chin are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 8 Onyx versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, portrait cut and bead can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of black jet earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Black Jet Earrings?

Prices for black jet earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $75 and can go as high as $7,875, while black jet earrings, on average, fetch $438.

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 Black Jet Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    To tell if black diamond earrings are real, first examine the surface of the gemstones. Real black diamonds usually have imperfections, while fakes usually appear flawless. Because it can be difficult to identify well-made synthetic gemstones with the naked eye, consider consulting a knowledgeable jeweler, dealer or appraiser for assistance with authentication. Find a variety of black diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.