Victorian inspired diamond cluster 18k yellow gold earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luminous tribute to nineteenth-century romance, these Victorian-inspired cluster earrings center on two captivating transitional cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Circle Earrings #23707
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Earrings Brilliantly timeless, these 14k white gold earrings showcase sparkling diamond clusters that radiate elegance from every angle.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Mixed Diamond Cluster Victoria Drop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous pair of diamond drop earrings from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. These identical platinum pieces form part of the Victoria collecti...
Diamond, Platinum
16K White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings #23090
Located in Washington Depot, CT
16K White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings- These sparkling stud earrings each feature 10 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
Lovely diamond cluster earrings set with a princess cut diamond in the center beautifully surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.70ct Diamond Cluster Earrings, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Art Deco period comes these stunning drop earrings. Each earring features a central 0.20 carat old cut diamond, surrounded by a cluster of additional diamonds totalling...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
1 Carat Diamond Box Cluster Illusion Set 14K Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
1 carat total natural diamond cluster box shape stud earrings with push back closure in 14k white, rose, or yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
【Petite Signature】Aurora Akoya Pearl Diamond Cluster Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Delicate in scale yet unmistakable in presence, these Aurora Akoya pearl earrings embody the essence of the Petite Signature collection.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings #24163
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earrings- These elegant 18K white gold diamond cluster earrings each feature seven round brilliant cut diamonds set in a floral pattern, creating ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings Circa 1900-1910
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A beautiful pair of Edwardian earrings featuring a early European cut diamonds to a two tiered diamond cluster in a gallery claw settings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding pair of diamond cluster earrings taken from the Victorian period.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings Circa 1900-1910
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A beautiful pair of sparkling earrings from the Edwardian era. Crafted in 18ct yellow gold, featuring a two tiered diamond clusters set with early European cut diamond in gallery cla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou 3.56 ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
The Nina Zhou Aquamarine Diamond Cluster Earrings in 14k Gold are a blend of elegance and sophistication.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
18.60ct GIA Certified Diamond Ruby Cluster Earrings 18kt*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby and Diamond starburst Clover flaming earrings. 15 carats of natural pear shaped Rubies 1 ruby has been tested by GIA laboratories. Center (2) Natural Round diamonds: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Each Yellow Diamond With White Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your world with these breathtaking handmade cluster earrings, featuring two magnificent center yellow diamonds totalling over 6 carats – each a glowing testament to rare b...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Round Diamond Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 7.1 Grams Diamond Count: 38 brilliant cut Earring Diameter: 11 mm Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.00 carats Diamond Color:...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Flower Earrings 14K Gold 1.66 TDW Cluster
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Cluster Diamond Flower Earrings 14K Gold 1.66 TDW These gorgeous estate earrings are finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold with White gold accents (carefully tested and guaranteed...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 8.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Heart Shape Cluster Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum 8.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Heart Shape Cluster Earrings Style: Heart Shape Round Brilliant Diamond Cluster Earrings Material: Platinum Diamond Details: Approximately 8...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Diamond Cluster Earrings, 4 Carat, VS Clarity
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Elegant and eye-catching, these vintage platinum diamond cluster earrings feature an intricate arrangement of 152 diamonds in various cuts, totaling approximately 4 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 10.15tcw I VS Diamond Cluster Statement Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These platinum cluster earrings are set with a substantial 10.15ctw of I color, VS1 clarity diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Huggies Earring Leaf Grapevine 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Cluster Huggies Earring Leaf Grapevine Earrings 14k Gold Everyday Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, un...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Round Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Centered and surrounded by authentic round rose-cut diamonds. Design: Round Cluster Statement Earrings Metal: Solid 18K White Gold Primary Gemstones: Natural Round Rose-Cut Diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Round Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Featuring an architectural octagonal silhouette set with authentic round rose-cut diamonds totaling approximately 3.20 carats. Design: Octagonal Geometric Cluster Earrings Metal: S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nina Zhou Yellow Sapphire Diamond Small Cluster Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Like sunbeams captured in gold, these Nina Zhou cluster earrings radiate warmth and brilliance through their marquise-cut yellow sapphires and center-set natural diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Flower Studs Cluster Earring in 14K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Flower Stud Earring 14K Gold Diamond Flower Studs Cluster Earring Gift.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1.50 Carat Double Diamond Gold Cluster Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Step into a world of shimmering elegance with our exquisite 1.50ct. double Diamond cluster dangle earrings. Crafted in 18k white gold and set with 80 round full cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Earrings #18747
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Earrings- These sparkling earrings each feature 49 round brilliant and single cut diamonds set in classic 10K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,987Sale Price / item|28% Off
14 Karat Drop Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k drop diamond cluster earrings, containing 18 round full cut diamonds weighing .95pts. with a euro back earring. the quality of the diamonds are; color I-J, clarity VS
Diamond, 14k Gold
18ct Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Earrings 18ct Gold Stamped 750 Circa 2000 Elevate your elegance with these stunning 18ct gold cluster earrings.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,560Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat Drop Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k drop diamond cluster earrings, containing 18 round full cut diamonds weighing .95pts. with a euro back earring. the quality of the diamonds are; color I-J, clarity VS
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Round Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 14 round cut= 0.56cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Fastenings: friction backs Weight: 1.10 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6.00 Carat Emerald and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
This is a pair of 18ct white gold diamond and emerald stud earrings. Each earring plays host to an oval cut emerald which is surrounded by a halo of sixteen round brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 5.20ct Diamond Cluster Earrings, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful pair of daisy cluster earrings date back to the Art Deco period.
Diamond, Platinum
14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings #18083
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings This gorgeous set of 14k white gold earrings features eight sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
【Petite Signature】Aurora Akoya Pearl Diamond Cluster Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A soft cascade of Aurora-grade Akoya pearls — 4mm to 7.5mm — gathers like moonlit drops along the ear. Each pearl is hand-matched for hue and luster, accented with delicately placed ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond Cluster Oval Stud Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These 14K yellow gold oval studs keep things understated yet striking with their combination of round and tapered baguette diamonds. A polished frame adds a fine detail, creating a c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Cartier 8.70 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with marquise cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 7.50 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.20 car...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro 1950s 4.60 Carat Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptionally radiant pair of retro diamond earrings from the 1950s. Both open frames showcase graduating groups of round brilliant cut diamonds which hang freely bel...
Diamond, Platinum
Aquamarine, Diamond and Platinum Cluster Drop Earrings, 17.37 Carats
Located in London, GB
A modern pair of drop earrings consisting of four separate aquamarine and diamond cluster sections, with an estimated total weight of 17.37 carats of round and oval-cut aquamarines, ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Gold 1.1 ct Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in London, England
There is a reason diamond cluster earrings have remained such a classic.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Screw Back Earrings #24322
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cluster Screw Back Earrings JAGi Certified- These striking cluster earrings each feature 16 marquis cut diamonds and one round brilliant cut diamond set ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Preloved 18ct White Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Ruby & Diamond Cluster Earrings 18ct White Gold Fabulous Ruby Surrounded by Sparkling Diamonds All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.60 carat diamond 18k white gold cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Eighteen round and princess cut diamonds come together in each of these vintage cluster earrings, radiating outward from a central stone in the faceted, sunburst arrangement that def...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 6.25ct Oval Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, England
A beautiful pair of vintage oval emerald and diamond cluster earrings crafted in 22k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.70ct. Natural Round Diamond Cluster Earrings 14 Karat Floreta**
Located in New York, NY
Floreta cluster snowflake diamond earrings. 1.70 carat natural round diamonds G color vs2 clarity 14 karat white gold 3.6 g Earrings measure 10mm wide $,8,000 appraisal certific...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.47ct. Natural Round Diamond Cluster Earrings 14 Karat Floreta*
Located in New York, NY
Floreta cluster snowflake diamond earrings. 3.47 carat natural round diamonds G -Hcolor vs2 Si1 clarity 14 karat white gold 4.6 g Earrings measure 12mm wide $18,000 appraisal ce...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
.25 Carat Diamond White Gold Flower Cluster Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond cluster stud earrings. 14 round brilliant cut diamonds in 14k white gold flower settings. 14 round brilliant cut diamonds, G VS approx. .25cts 14k white gold Stamped: 14...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.28ct. natural round diamond cluster earrings 14kt gold flower*
Located in New York, NY
Floreta cluster snowflake diamond earrings. 4.28 carat natural round diamonds G color si-1 clarity 14 karat white gold 4.5 g Earrings measure 12.5mm wide wide $32,000 appraisal ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Giant Australian Opal & Diamond Cluster Stud Gold Earrings
Located in GOES, NL
These opal earrings (2pcs) represent a timeless elegance. An enchanting array of colors that catch the light in dazzling ways. These sparkling Australian opals contain a rich play of...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Cluster Earrings, 0.75cttw
Located in Derby, NY
Sweet and timeless, these diamond flower cluster earrings make the perfect gift for any occasion.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 1.00cttw Color: F Clarity: IF GIA Certified Diamonds: 32 round brilliant cut = 0.36cttw Color: G Clarity: SI2 Dimensions: ea...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum and 4.40 Carats Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Late Art Deco Platinum and 4.40 Carats Old European Diamond Cluster Earrings Center diamonds weight 2.40 Carats Center Diamonds weigh 2.40 Carats in Total Total Diamond Weight is ...
Diamond, Platinum
Nina Zhou 2.14 ctw Turquoise & Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A radiant tribute to natural geometry, these Nina Zhou cluster earrings showcase vibrant turquoise stones arranged like star-petaled blossoms, each anchored with a twinkle of natural...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Floral Cluster Stud Earrings #26196
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Floral Cluster Stud Earrings- These lovely stud earrings each feature nine round brilliant cut diamonds set in a layered floral motif.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 10K white gold Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 0.45cttw Color: I / J Clarity: I2 Dimensions: earrings measure approximately 12.80mm in diameter Fastenings: friction backs ...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Platinum Cluster Drop Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Diamond Platinum Cluster Drop Earrings. Securely Hand set with 1.90tcw Diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
1.10ct Natural Sapphire Diamonds Cluster Earrings 14 Karat Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Circular Halo cluster Sapphire earrings. 1.10 carat natural round blue sapphires. 5 mm diameter. . 40ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
9ct White Gold Diamond Cluster Earrings Set With 0.50ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your jewellery collection with these ball 9ct white gold diamond stud cluster earrings. Featuring a total of 0.50ct of natural diamonds, perfect f...
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Cluster Drop Stud Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous pair of cluster earrings featuring rubies and diamonds. Classic and timeless earrings that are a great addition to your jewelry collection.
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
.48 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Dangle earrings in 14k yellow gold with domed pear shape clusters set with 48 round brilliant cut light brown tinted diamonds. 48 round brilliant cut diamonds, K-M VS-SI approx. .48...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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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