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Vintage Statement Door Knocker Earrings 1980s
Vintage Statement Door Knocker Earrings 1980s

Vintage Statement Door Knocker Earrings 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A fabulous pair of Vintage Door Knocker Earrings. A timeless and uber stylish classic for your

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Napier Gilded Door Knocker Earrings with Pearl, Signed
Vintage Napier Gilded Door Knocker Earrings with Pearl, Signed

Vintage Napier Gilded Door Knocker Earrings with Pearl, Signed

By Napier

Located in McKinney, TX

These gorgeous vintage Napier door knocker earrings are a timeless accessory from the coveted

Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold tone door knocker earrings
Vintage gold tone door knocker earrings

Vintage gold tone door knocker earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very

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Vintage 1980s Dangle Earrings

Ruby Diamond Gold Door Knocker Earrings
Ruby Diamond Gold Door Knocker Earrings

Ruby Diamond Gold Door Knocker Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Made of 14k white gold, these earrings feature sparkling round diamonds that weigh approximately

Category

20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ciner Gold Tone Door Knocker Earrings
Ciner Gold Tone Door Knocker Earrings

Ciner Gold Tone Door Knocker Earrings

By Ciner

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Large Ciner statement door knocker clip-back earrings featuring a ribbed goldtone design. Signed

Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

vintage lion door knocker earrings 1990s
vintage lion door knocker earrings 1990s

vintage lion door knocker earrings 1990s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A pair of vintage lion hoop earrings. Featuring a door knocker design incorporating a lions head

Category

1990s Clip-on Earrings

Cartier Tri-Color Gold Door-Knocker Earrings
Cartier Tri-Color Gold Door-Knocker Earrings

Cartier Tri-Color Gold Door-Knocker Earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

These fabulous Cartier earrings feature the door-knocker design crafted in 18k yellow gold with

Category

1990s French Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Angela Cummings Sterling Large Door Knocker Earrings
Angela Cummings Sterling Large Door Knocker Earrings

Angela Cummings Sterling Large Door Knocker Earrings

By Angela Cummings

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Angela Cummings Sterling Silver Earrings, measuring 2 1/4 inch in length and 1 inch

Category

Vintage 1980s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Lion Gold Door Knocker Earrings 1980s
Vintage Lion Gold Door Knocker Earrings 1980s

Vintage Lion Gold Door Knocker Earrings 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Vintage Lion Knocker Earrings. Featuring a Lion's head with a twisted hoop suspended from the jaw

Category

Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Andre Vassort Door Knocker Earrings 18Kt Gold Diamonds
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Andre Vassort Door Knocker Earrings 18Kt Gold Diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Andre Vassort Door Knocker Earrings 18Kt Gold Diamonds

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Miami, FL

pair of convertible door knocker earrings, made in Paris France around the 1980's at the Andre Vassort

Category

Vintage 1970s French Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tiger's Eye, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chanel Gilt Green AB Door Knocker Earrings
Vintage Chanel Gilt Green AB Door Knocker Earrings

Vintage Chanel Gilt Green AB Door Knocker Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Vintage Chanel clip-on earrings comprised out of gilt metal "metal dore" in a Byzantine door

Category

Vintage 1970s French Byzantine Clip-on Earrings

1995 Vintage Chanel Satin Gold Door Knocker Earrings
1995 Vintage Chanel Satin Gold Door Knocker Earrings

1995 Vintage Chanel Satin Gold Door Knocker Earrings

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel satin gold logo door knockers clip earrings. Spring 95 collection. Come with original box.

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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Vintage glass gold door knocker earrings designer runway
Vintage glass gold door knocker earrings designer runway

Vintage glass gold door knocker earrings designer runway

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass cabochons • vintage designer runway earrings

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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Textured Gold Door Knocker Earrings By Christian Dior, 1980s
Textured Gold Door Knocker Earrings By Christian Dior, 1980s

Textured Gold Door Knocker Earrings By Christian Dior, 1980s

By Christian Dior

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.6" x 1.2" - Gold plated - Clip on earring backs - By

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Toned Door Knocker Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Toned Door Knocker Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Toned Door Knocker Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold toned door knocker dangling earrings (clip-on). Embossed YSL

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Spritzer & Fuhrmann Vintage Gold Door Knocker Earrings with Persian Turquoise
Spritzer & Fuhrmann Vintage Gold Door Knocker Earrings with Persian Turquoise

Spritzer & Fuhrmann Vintage Gold Door Knocker Earrings with Persian Turquoise

By Spritzer & Fuhrmann

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A pair of 1960’s Spritzer & Furhmann 18K yellow gold earrings, with a door knocker design. Each

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

David Yurman 14 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Door Knocker Earrings
David Yurman 14 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Door Knocker Earrings

David Yurman 14 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Door Knocker Earrings

By David Yurman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as door knockers in twisted sterling silver Polished gold center of surmount Post and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Interchangeable Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Interchangeable Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Interchangeable Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

These rare vintage Van Cleef & Arpels lever-back earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and

Category

Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Yellow Gold Interchangeable Door Knocker Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Yellow Gold Interchangeable Door Knocker Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Yellow Gold Interchangeable Door Knocker Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

These gorgeous and versatile Van Cleef & Arpels earrings feature a bow-shaped lever-back design

Category

Vintage 1970s French Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Hematite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Door Knocker Earring Jackets w Shrimp Design Earring Jackets for Diamonds 14k
Door Knocker Earring Jackets w Shrimp Design Earring Jackets for Diamonds 14k

Door Knocker Earring Jackets w Shrimp Design Earring Jackets for Diamonds 14k

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

Earring jackets are the best accessory for your diamond earrings! The door knocker, shrimp design

Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair Convertible 18k Gold and Diamond Day and Night Door Knocker Earrings
Pair Convertible 18k Gold and Diamond Day and Night Door Knocker Earrings

Pair Convertible 18k Gold and Diamond Day and Night Door Knocker Earrings

Located in Austin, TX

An elegant and versatile pair of convertible day and night door knocker style earrings. The large

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Elizabeth Locke Pearl Door Knocker Earrings -Yellow Gold 18k Convert Pierce/Clip
Elizabeth Locke Pearl Door Knocker Earrings -Yellow Gold 18k Convert Pierce/Clip

Elizabeth Locke Pearl Door Knocker Earrings -Yellow Gold 18k Convert Pierce/Clip

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Greensboro, NC

Akoya Pearls Color: White Style: Door Knocker Drop Fastening Type: Convertible Pierced Omega/Clip-On

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

C.1990 Patricia Von Musulin Ebony Wood & Vermeil Sterling Door Knocker Earrings
C.1990 Patricia Von Musulin Ebony Wood & Vermeil Sterling Door Knocker Earrings

C.1990 Patricia Von Musulin Ebony Wood & Vermeil Sterling Door Knocker Earrings

By Patricia von Musulin

Located in Atlanta, GA

vermeil finish. MEASUREMENTS Each earring measures 1.5" wide at the door knocker wood dangle x 2.25" long

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Vintage 1980s American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Fleur-De-Lis Hoop Door Knocker Earrings
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Fleur-De-Lis Hoop Door Knocker Earrings

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Fleur-De-Lis Hoop Door Knocker Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Introducing a stunning pair of estate Fleur-de-Lis Hoop Earrings from David Webb's Ancient World

Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

David Yurman 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Cable Door Knocker Earring
David Yurman 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Cable Door Knocker Earring

David Yurman 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Cable Door Knocker Earring

By David Yurman

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: David Yurman Material: 18K yellow gold / sterling silver Dimensions: earrings measure

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Large 1970s Door Knocker Gold Dangle Earrings
Large 1970s Door Knocker Gold Dangle Earrings

Large 1970s Door Knocker Gold Dangle Earrings

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Large but not too heavy, these 18k yellow gold door knocker earrings have a post and clip so lay

Category

Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Spade Door Knocker Drop Earrings Lever-Backs
14 Karat Yellow Gold Spade Door Knocker Drop Earrings Lever-Backs

14 Karat Yellow Gold Spade Door Knocker Drop Earrings Lever-Backs

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Great everyday door knocker earrings fashioned in 14 karat yellow gold. The spade shape drop

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Door Knocker Silver Earrings
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Door Knocker Silver Earrings

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Door Knocker Silver Earrings

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Door Knocker Silver Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.57 inches (4 cm) Width

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

14 Karat Gold Door Knocker Onyx Diamond Earrings
14 Karat Gold Door Knocker Onyx Diamond Earrings

14 Karat Gold Door Knocker Onyx Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These stunning Door Knocker earrings are handmade in 14-karat gold, 33 carats black onyx and set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Door Knocker Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 26 round

Category

Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Knocker Clip-On Earrings
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Knocker Clip-On Earrings

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Knocker Clip-On Earrings

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

knocker earrings are gold plated and feature pointed trim detailing. Includes clip-on closures. The

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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Black Onyx Door Knocker White Gold Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Black Onyx Door Knocker White Gold Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Black Onyx Door Knocker White Gold Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

18k White Gold Vintage Diamond And Black Onyx Door Knocker Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. With

Category

1990s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Robert Goossens Gold Tone Door Knocker Rhinestone Earrings, 1980's
Robert Goossens Gold Tone Door Knocker Rhinestone Earrings, 1980's

Robert Goossens Gold Tone Door Knocker Rhinestone Earrings, 1980's

By Robert Goossens

Located in Atlanta, GA

fashion houses such as Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent. These 1980's door knocker earrings are a nice

Category

Vintage 1980s French Byzantine Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

David Webb Estate Door Knocker Black Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
David Webb Estate Door Knocker Black Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings

David Webb Estate Door Knocker Black Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Estate David Webb Door Knocker Earrings, an exquisite fusion of bold design and

Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Tiffany & Company Italy Sapphire 18KYG Vintage Door Knocker Ear-Clip Earrings
Tiffany & Company Italy Sapphire 18KYG Vintage Door Knocker Ear-Clip Earrings

Tiffany & Company Italy Sapphire 18KYG Vintage Door Knocker Ear-Clip Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Boca Raton, FL

These striking 18k yellow gold Tiffany & Co. Door Knocker earrings pair bold, architectural

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Interchangeable Earrings
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Interchangeable Earrings

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Interchangeable Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

door knocker earrings in 18 K yellow Gold with bow tie motives. Featuring hoops of black onyx, ebony

Category

Vintage 1950s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Hoop Door Knocker Clip On Earrings
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Hoop Door Knocker Clip On Earrings

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Hoop Door Knocker Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Beautiful vintage clip on door knocker earrings by CHANEL. They are finely crafted in gold metal

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Carved Onyx Circle Door Knocker 1.5 Inch Earrings
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Carved Onyx Circle Door Knocker 1.5 Inch Earrings

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Carved Onyx Circle Door Knocker 1.5 Inch Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

" wide, their striking form recalls the coveted "door knocker" silhouette that is trending across major

Category

2010s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.95 Carats Total Pave Diamond Door Knocker Non-Pierced Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
2.95 Carats Total Pave Diamond Door Knocker Non-Pierced Earrings 18K Yellow Gold

2.95 Carats Total Pave Diamond Door Knocker Non-Pierced Earrings 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Spectacular pave diamond and 18 karat gold door knocker earrings. Featuring a grooved polished gold

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

DOOR KNOCKERS 1970 Dangle Earrings In Textured Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
DOOR KNOCKERS 1970 Dangle Earrings In Textured Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold

DOOR KNOCKERS 1970 Dangle Earrings In Textured Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold

Located in Miami, FL

American dangle drops door-knockers earrings. This pair of classic door-knocker earrings was

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage gold door knocker dangle earrings
Vintage gold door knocker dangle earrings

Vintage gold door knocker dangle earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone finish • vintage designer runway door knocker pierced earrings

Category

20th Century Unknown Dangle Earrings

Vintage Ciner Gold Door Knocker Lion Earrings
Vintage Ciner Gold Door Knocker Lion Earrings

Vintage Ciner Gold Door Knocker Lion Earrings

By Ciner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Ciner gold door knocker lion earrings

Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Brutalist Door Knocker Statement Earrings, circa 1960
Brutalist Door Knocker Statement Earrings, circa 1960

Brutalist Door Knocker Statement Earrings, circa 1960

Located in McKinney, TX

Beautiful vintage Brutalist style gold-tone clip-on door knocker statement earrings, circa 1960's

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Diamond Gold Leopard Door Knocker Clip Earrings
Diamond Gold Leopard Door Knocker Clip Earrings

Diamond Gold Leopard Door Knocker Clip Earrings

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1990, 18K Yellow Gold Door Knocker Leopard Ear Clips, set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds

Category

1990s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage gold door knocker designer runway pierced earrings
Vintage gold door knocker designer runway pierced earrings

Vintage gold door knocker designer runway pierced earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.13" by

Category

20th Century Stud Earrings

Diamond Door knocker Pave Diamond Vintage Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond Door knocker Pave Diamond Vintage Lever-Back Earrings

Diamond Door knocker Pave Diamond Vintage Lever-Back Earrings

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Beautiful door knocker diamond earrings crafted in 14 karat yellow and white gold. The dangle

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Large Gold Door Knocker Omega Clip Post Earrings
Italian Large Gold Door Knocker Omega Clip Post Earrings

Italian Large Gold Door Knocker Omega Clip Post Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Designer JR Italian 18k door knocker style clip post earrings with textured tops and polished

Category

Vintage 1960s Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dainty Gold Door Knocker Stud Earrings By Givenchy, 1980s
Dainty Gold Door Knocker Stud Earrings By Givenchy, 1980s

Dainty Gold Door Knocker Stud Earrings By Givenchy, 1980s

By Givenchy

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Each earring measures .6" tall - Gold plated - Post earring backs for pierced

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Vintage Cartier Diamond Door Knocker Dangle Earrings in 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond Door Knocker Dangle Earrings in 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Door Knocker Dangle Earrings in 18k Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage pair of Cartier diamond door knocker dangle earrings set in 18k yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Lacroix Vintage Gold Toned Door Knocker Heart Dangling Earrings
Christian Lacroix Vintage Gold Toned Door Knocker Heart Dangling Earrings

Christian Lacroix Vintage Gold Toned Door Knocker Heart Dangling Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold toned door knocker design dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a

Category

20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Door Knocker, Lion Motif Earrings, measuring 1 1/2

Category

Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Door Knocker Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of door knocker earrings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 178 vintage examples as well as 35 contemporary versions. 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 door knocker earrings to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary door knocker earrings are of considerable interest. David Webb, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 58 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, oval cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our door knocker earrings for sale are for women, but there are 30 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Door Knocker Earrings?

Prices for door knocker earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $300 and can go as high as $75,000, while door knocker earrings, on average, fetch $5,250.

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 Door Knocker Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The term door-knocker earrings refers to large hoop earrings. This name comes from the fact that the shape of the hoop is similar to that of the knocker on a door. Door-knocker earrings may be round, square or triangular in shape, and jewelry designers create them out of a variety of materials, including sterling silver, gold and platinum. Shop a large collection of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Door knockers work because of their hinged design. After you mount the back plate onto a door, the striker portion hangs from the frame on the hinge, allowing you to raise it up and strike it against the backing. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage door knockers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several other names for a door knocker. These names can include doorbell, buzzer, chime, peal, gong and knell to name a few. You’ll find a variety of door knockers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many names for door knockers, including rapper, ringer and buzzer. Ornate door knockers are sought out by architects and collectors all over the world. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique door knockers from some of the world’s top sellers.