Suffragette Earrings
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, White Gold, Enamel
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Ruby, Platinum
1990s French Contemporary Bangles
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
1990s Wrist Watches
Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel, Steel
Early 2000s French Contemporary Bangles
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
20th Century Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold
1990s Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold...
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Peridot, 9k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
Vintage 1970s British Retro Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Peridot, Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Silver
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Austrian Modern More Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Finding the Right drop-earrings for You
Earrings are a timeless accessory. Women have been wearing studs and hoops in civilizations as far back as Ancient Egypt. Diamond drop earrings, pearl versions and other antique drop earrings have a long history as well.
While hoops will always be beautiful, drop earrings hold their own as dazzling accessories, and jewelry designers have explored different variations on this style of earring over time.
Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone that drops just below the earlobe. These accessories were popular in the Art Deco era, which encompassed the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design.
There were many influences on Art Deco jewelry; among them, the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. Today, the popularity of long Art Deco drop earrings can be attributed to the influence of Coco Chanel. These earrings are frequently characterized by simple shapes, clean lines and an integration of colorful stones such as blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies to accent the pieces’ diamonds. Indeed, during the 20th century, as technology for diamond cutting improved, diamond drop earrings and other diamond jewelry came into wide popularity. Formal examples of diamond drop earrings pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold drop earrings make great daytime accessories.
While there are at least several types of earrings you could be wearing right now, drop earrings work well for anyone who favors a minimalist look. Whatever the occasion, find a wide range of antique, diamond and pearl drop earrings on 1stDibs.
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