V-Shaped Blue Sapphire and Diamond Inside Out Hoops
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning pair of V-shaped blue sapphire hoops. The sapphires are an emerald-cut with an inside-out design so that the stones on the front and the back portion of the hoops face fo...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
14k White Gold Inside Out 0.53tcw Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Timeless and sparkling, these classic hoop earrings are crafted in 14K white gold and set with brilliant round diamonds in an inside-out design that ensures sparkle from every angle.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These classic hoop earrings will instantly add a touch of luxury to any ensemble. Diamonds with a total weight of 2.0 carats make them come alive every time they catch the light. Set...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Kyanite and Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings, 22.40ct
Located in Nantucket, MA
Inside out design so that the back of the hoop has gemstones that face forward.
Diamond, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Gold Inside Out Baguette Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold, these beautiful inside out hoop earrings are hand set with 2.04 carats of baguette diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Inside Out Hoop Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14-karat gold, these beautiful enamel inside out hoop earrings are set with 1.2 carats glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Gold Inside Out Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold, these beautiful inside out huggie hoop earrings are hand set with .58 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Inside Out Turquoise Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold, these beautiful inside out hoop earrings are hand set with .53 carats turquoise and .53 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Invisible Set Ruby inside-out Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and invisibly set ruby inside-out hoop earrings.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Inside Out Diamond 14 Karat Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold. These beautiful earrings are hand set in .40 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in yellow, rose and white gold. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to vie...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Inside Out Diamond 10 Karat Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 10 karat gold. These beautiful earrings are hand set in 1.26 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in yellow, rose and white gold. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to vi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Double Hoop Inside Out Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat white gold, these hoop earrings are hand set with 1.80 carats of pave diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond 8.10ct Inside Out Hoop Earrings, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Diamond 8.10 ct Inside Out Hoop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold Earrings feature 16 Round Brilliant Diamonds, 8 in each earring, prong-set on the outside and the inside, weighi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,660 / item
Inside Out Diamond 14 Karat Gold Star Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat yellow gold, these hoop earrings are hand set with 1.16 carats of pave diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
10k White Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The prong set diamonds inlay half the inside and outside of the hoops giving them maximum sparkle.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Double Hoop Earrings #24589
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Double Hoop Earrings- These elegant 18K white gold double hoop earrings each showcase 44 round brilliant cut diamonds set in a striking inside-out ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Inside Out Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 1.60 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Geometric Inside Out 1.60 Cts Diamonds 18kt Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Aventura, FL
This striking pair of geometric inside-out hoop earrings is expertly crafted in 18kt gold and set with 78 natural round diamonds, together weighing approximately 1.60 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Amazing 14k White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
Amazing 14k White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings - These amazing inside-out hoop earrings feature apx. .5 carats of diamonds set in 14k white gold.
14K Yellow Gold Inside-Out Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings #23026
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Inside-Out Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings- These sparkling inside-out oval hoop earrings each feature 19 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Inside-Out Hoop Earrings with Sapphires & Diamonds
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A timeless yet trend-driven pair of inside-out hoop earrings designed to transition seamlessly from day to night.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Single Row C-Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Crafted in polished 18K yellow gold, these inside-out diamond hoop earrings embody refined high-jewelry elegance.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Inside Out Hoop Earrings with Round Diamonds. D8.77ct.t.w.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.25" Inside out hoop earrings in white gold with prong set round diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow and Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings #22266
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Inside Out Hoop Earrings- Elevate your elegance with these stunning inside-out oval hoop diamond earrings, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The prong set diamonds inlay half the inside and outside of the hoops giving them maximum sparkle.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Hoops 1.6 Cts
Located in Dallas, TX
14k White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Hoops 1.6 cts - These beautiful earrings feature 1.6 cts. of diamonds set in 14k white gold.
Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings 4.00ct in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
- 50 round brilliant-cut diamonds (4.00 carats total weight) - 14K white gold - Total weight: 9.25 grams - Inside-out hoop design - Condition: New A refined statement that blends ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Metro Diamond Large Inside Out Platinum Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
The Tiffany & Co. Platinum Metro Diamond Large Inside Out Hoop Earrings are a dazzling display of luxury.
Diamond, Platinum
Elegant 18k White Gold Inside Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Bloomington, MN
These sophisticated inside-out hoop earrings are crafted in rich 18k white gold and set with round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.05 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$51,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.19 in W 1.65 in L 5 in
18kt White Gold 18.16cts Natural Diamonds Inside Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
SKU: A30316982 Immerse yourself in the world of luxury with these 18kt White Gold Natural Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings. Each diamond is carefully selected for its SI clarity and...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Contemporary 18k White Gold Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings, 5.00ct
Located in New York, NY
These Contemporary 18k White Gold Diamond Inside-out Hoop Earrings are a stunning addition to any jewelry collection.
Diamond, White Gold
14K Gold Diamond Inside Out Hoop Skinny Earrings 2" inches
Located in Great neck, NY
14K Gold Diamond Inside Out Hoop Skinny Earrings 2" inches Available in White, Yellow and Rose Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
10K Rose Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earring
Located in New York, NY
Inlaying both the front and back side of these striking 10k rose gold hoop earrings, are 1ct of brilliant round cut diamonds with lever backs that keep them securely in place. These ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
Big Hoop Inside-Out Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Big Hoop Inside-Out Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold 2.90 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 15.3 Grams of 18K White Gold 2 Inches wide No two products are exactly same, t...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings 4.00 CTW
Located in Stuart, FL
These beautiful 14k white gold 4.00 ctw round cut diamond inside out hoop earrings are the perfect piece to add to your collection.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.30ctw Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings 14k White Gold Hinged Round Hoops
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.30ctw Cut - Single Color - G - I Clarity - SI2 - I1 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 8.2 Grams Stamps: 14k Closure: Hinged...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Inside Out Hoops
Located in Dallas, TX
14K Yellow Gold Round Inside Out Hoops - Stunning and delicate 14K Yellow Gold hoops.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Inside Out Baguette Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14-karat gold, these beautiful inside out hoop earrings are hand set with 3.63 carats of baguette ruby and 1.85 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Inside Out Baguette Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these beautiful inside out hoop earrings are hand set with 3.24 carats of baguette emerald and .30 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
10K Rose Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earring
Located in New York, NY
Inlaying both the front and back side of these striking 10k rose gold hoop earrings, are 1ct of brilliant round cut diamonds with lever backs that keep them securely in place. These ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
18K White Gold 5.10ct Diamond Radiant Cut Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This pair of white gold earrings is decorated with step-cut diamonds on the inside and out. Radiant-cut diamonds that produce a crushed-ice pattern of light reflections bring a gorge...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,000
W 0.12 in L 1.2 in
3.50ctw Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings 14k White Gold Snap Top Round Hoops
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gem: Natural Diamonds - 3.50 Total Carats, Round Brilliant Cut, G - I Color, VS2 - SI1 Clarity Metal: 14k White Gold (XRF tested) Weight: 10.8 Grams Closure: Hinged Hoop with Snap T...
Diamond, White Gold
14K White Gold 10.20ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF09-041726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Crafted from 14K White Gold, Diamonds with a total weight of 10.20 carats cover both the inside and outside of the simple settings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 3.80ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings AER-20760
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The opposing orientations bring a dynamic play of linear reflections without disrupting the clean, tailored appearance of the design.These brand new 18K White Gold 3.80 ct Diamond In...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,450
H 0.91 in W 0.12 in L 0.91 in
14K White Gold 1.0 Cttw Princess Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these 23 mm diameter hoops shine with an array of natural princess cut diamonds, totaling 1.0 carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.88 Carat Black Diamond White Diamond Inside Out White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.88 Carat Black Diamond White Diamond White Gold Hoop Earrings These gorgeous hoop earrings have 1.68 carats of Natural Round Cut Black Diamonds and 1.20 carats of Natural Round Cu...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 2.40ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF17-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Diamonds with a total weight of 2.40 carats allow these luxury hoop earrings to seemingly radiate light. Stylish and sophisticated, the minimalist 14K White Gold setting measures 1.8...
Diamond
18K Yellow Gold 3.60ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF10-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These delicate hoop earrings will instantly elevate any ensemble. Diamonds with a total weight of 3.60 carats allow them to sparkle from any angle, making them a luxury piece that wi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold 1.78ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF16-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These classic hoop earrings are an elegant way to elevate any ensemble. The delicate 14K White Gold settings make them undeniably chic, while Diamonds totaling 1.78 carats offer endl...
Diamond
14K White Gold 1.56ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF10-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a touch of sophistication to any outfit with these elegant hoop earrings. Crafted from 14K White Gold, the classic design is elevated by sparkling Diamonds totaling 1.56 carats. ...
Diamond
14K White Gold 1.07ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF11-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Diamonds with a total weight of 1.07 carats add plenty of sparkle to these classic hoop earrings. Ideal for any occasion, each earring is crafted from 14K White Gold and measures 1.2...
Diamond
14K White Gold 1.78ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF12-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These luxury hoop earrings are undeniably chic. The simple 14K White Gold settings beautifully showcase sparkling Diamonds with a total weight of 1.78 carats. Ideal for even your mos...
Diamond
14K White Gold 2.35ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF17-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a touch of sophistication to any ensemble with these hoop earrings. Diamonds with a total weight of 2.35 carats shine brightly from their place within the elegant 14K White Gold ...
Diamond
14K White Gold 2.02ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF18-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These dazzling hoop earrings will put the perfect finishing touch on any ensemble. Sleek and stylish, the classic design comes to life thanks to sparkling Diamonds with a total weigh...
Diamond
14K Yellow Gold 1.30ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF22-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These understated luxury hoop earrings are poised to put the perfect finishing touch on any ensemble. Set in 14K Yellow Gold, Diamonds with a total weight of 1.30 carats provide effo...
Diamond
14K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings MF13-111825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
No jewelry collection is complete without a classic pair of hoop earrings. Elegant and incredibly sophisticated, each earring is crafted from 14K White Gold and measures 1.50 round. ...
Diamond
Marquise Cut Inside Out 18K White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These exquisite earrings are crafted from 18K white gold and feature natural fancy diamonds that total 6.26 carats. With a sleek and refined design, these hoops offer a luxurious and...
18k Gold, White 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.
It is almost impossible to overstate how popular hoop earrings are today. They are routinely seen adorning the ears of high-profile women, ranging from Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B.
The roots of the hoop-earring phenomenon literally stretch back to the dawn of civilization. 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 2,600–2,500 B.C. that experts agree is among the oldest known examples. Hoop earrings can also be found in the Met’s Egyptian art gallery as well as in the museum’s displays of Greek and Roman art.
What inspired the original hoop design and why it was adopted by so many jewelers in the ancient world are unknown. It doesn’t have an origin story, feeling rather like the jewelry equivalent of the wheel. There just seems to be a logic to a circle that goes from the front to the back of the lobe.
“Hoops have been worn for millennia because they are unfathomably chic,” says Annabel Davidson, the editor of Vanity Fair UK’s special jewelry edition. “The way they accentuate the jawline, elongate the face and add a touch of flamboyance to a look is clearly a timeless expression of confidence, femininity and sartorial savvy.”
Throughout the ages, there have been countless decorative variations of hoop earrings. While the style can be found in just about every era, it was far more popular in some periods than others. Certain looks from yesteryear reflect cultural interests, while others are purely glamourous.
On 1stDibs, shop vintage diamond hoop earrings, gold hoop earrings, contemporary hoops and many more varieties of this wildly popular accessory.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
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The classic circle has appeared in countless variations over the centuries.