Browse a vast assortment of large dangle pearl earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
Gold,
14k Gold and
Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 22 vintage examples as well as 28 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of large dangle pearl earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but
Modern and
Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency.
Marina J.,
Chanel and
Aracheli Studio each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but
Pearl versions, from our inventory of 32, are particularly popular. A selection of
round cut,
uncut and
pear cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for
men in our collection of large dangle pearl earrings, as most of the options available are for
women.
Prices for large dangle pearl earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $17,875, while large dangle pearl earrings, on average, fetch $869.
Earrings have a rich, diverse history, and while there are many types of this accessory to choose from, the dangle style is one of the most enduring designs. Today antique and vintage dangle earrings are timeless adornments that can make any outfit instantly more glamorous.
One of the oldest known pairs of dangle earrings was made of jade between 7,500 and 8,200 years ago in Inner Mongolia. Hoop earrings — of which there have been countless variations — are as old as Ancient Mesopotamia, and Ancient Egyptians wore dangle earrings that had sacred symbolism as part of their jewelry practices. In ancient Rome, dangle earrings with pearls and other precious materials were popular.
Dangle earrings vary in length, but they are all designed to cascade off the ears. Some dangle earrings barely fall past the bottom of the earlobe while others fall low enough to graze the shoulders or even fall past them. During the Renaissance period, women wore up-do hairstyles so they could show off their dangle earrings. Even noblemen joined the trend, donning a sole dangle earring adorned with a pearl.
Georgian women preferred heavy girandole earrings that featured candelabra-like arrangements of precious metal and stones. Dangle earrings in the 19th century were simpler, often featuring a single suspended gemstone in a drop-earring style. Going into the 20th century, screw-back earrings and clip-ons became popular, leading to more minimal stud designs. However, dangle earrings have always come back into fashion.
Whether they are made with diamonds, beads or feathers, dangle earrings are statement pieces reflecting the shifting styles over the years. Find the perfect antique and vintage dangle earrings for any occasion on 1stDibs.