Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Anglo-Indian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1950s Japanese Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modernist Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1980s Unknown Artisan Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1960s American Retro Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1980s American Baroque Revival Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1970s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1960s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Mixed Metal
1960s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1960s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
1960s American Vintage Jewelry Earrings
20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1970s Russian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Mid-20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Russian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Jewelry Earrings
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- Are screw back earrings vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
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