Find an expansive variety of leaf dangle earrings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
gold,
18k gold and
yellow gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 153 vintage versions or 258 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of leaf dangle earrings to choose from, but
contemporary and
modern leaf dangle earrings are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but
Harbor Diamonds,
Meghna Jewels and
Yves Saint Laurent produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but
diamond versions, from our inventory of 195, are particularly popular. A selection of
round cut,
mixed cut and
brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for
men in our collection of leaf dangle earrings, as most of the options available are for
women.
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.
