Dainty Drop Earrings
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s Modern Dangle Earrings
Enamel, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Drop Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Brown Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Jade, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Palladium
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Blue Topaz, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Quartz, Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Pink Sapphire, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings
Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings
Emerald, Pearl, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Drop Earrings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s French Byzantine Drop Earrings
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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 ExpertNovember 2, 2023No, drop and dangle earrings are not the same. Although both types of earrings hang below the ear, their designs are different. Dangle earrings swing when you move, while drop earrings remain stationary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dangle and drop earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
- What are drop earrings called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Drop earrings are simply called drop earrings. Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone. Popular in the Art Deco era, the design works well for jewelry lovers who favor a minimalist look. Formal examples with diamonds pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold ones make great daytime accessories. Find vintage drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are geo drop earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Geo drop earrings are drop earrings that feature a mix of geometric shapes. For example, the designs may include metal wire bent to resemble a square stacked on top of a triangle, or be set with gemstones cut into different shapes like round and pear. Because they are drop earrings, the jewelry hangs below the ear but remains stationary as you move. Explore a wide range of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop earring called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A drop earring is usually just called a drop earring. Drop is the term for an earring that hangs below the ear but doesn't swing when you move. A hanging earring that swings is a dangle earring. Some people may add a modifier to the term drop earring, such as a diamond drop or a pearl drop, depending on the materials it features. Explore an assortment of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 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 1, 2023Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
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