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Vintage Southwestern Sterling Inlay Earrings
Vintage Southwestern Sterling Inlay Earrings

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Inlay Earrings

Located in Webster, SD

These gorgeous earrings are sterling silver. They feature inlay in lapis, jet, turquoise, mother of

Category

1990s American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Amethyst Crystal & Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
Vintage Amethyst Crystal & Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

Vintage Amethyst Crystal & Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing our Vintage Amethyst Crystal & Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings, a stunning blend of

Category

Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver Amethyst Drop Earrings
Vintage Sterling Silver Amethyst Drop Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver Amethyst Drop Earrings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These Vintage Sterling Silver Amethyst Drop Earrings are a timeless and elegant accessory, perfect

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings
Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A gorgeous pair of turquoise hoop earrings from the Vintage (ca1960s) era! Crafted in sterling

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Hoop Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Silver Butterfly Earring
Vintage Southwestern Sterling Silver Butterfly Earring

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Silver Butterfly Earring

Located in Webster, SD

These beautiful Southwestern butterfly earrings are sterling silver. Measurements: 1 5/16 by 1 9

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver & Wood Double Hoop Earrings
Vintage Sterling Silver & Wood Double Hoop Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver & Wood Double Hoop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous pair of wooden hoops from the Vintage (ca1960s) era! Each earring features two

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Encrusted Drop Hoop Earrings
Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Encrusted Drop Hoop Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Encrusted Drop Hoop Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Crystal Encrusted

Category

Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Large Vintage Sterling Abalone Shell Mermaid Earrings
Large Vintage Sterling Abalone Shell Mermaid Earrings

Large Vintage Sterling Abalone Shell Mermaid Earrings

Located in Webster, SD

These beautiful, vintage mermaid earrings are sterling silver with abalone shell cabochons

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Southwestern Picture Jasper Earrings Sterling Silver
Vintage Southwestern Picture Jasper Earrings Sterling Silver

Vintage Southwestern Picture Jasper Earrings Sterling Silver

Located in Webster, SD

These beautiful, vintage, Southwestern earrings are sterling silver with 12x17mm Jasper gemstones

Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Stud Earrings

Materials

Jasper, Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Minimalistic Sterling Silver Drop Earrings
Gucci Vintage Minimalistic Sterling Silver Drop Earrings

Gucci Vintage Minimalistic Sterling Silver Drop Earrings

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

of Gucci through these vintage sterling silver drop earrings. Designed with minimalistic

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Vintage Italian Sterling Silver & Paste Flower Earrings
Vintage Italian Sterling Silver & Paste Flower Earrings

Vintage Italian Sterling Silver & Paste Flower Earrings

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A beautiful high quality pair of Italian earrings made in sterling silver and set with tiny clear

Category

20th Century More Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Modernist Mobile Chandelier Earrings
Vintage Sterling Silver Modernist Mobile Chandelier Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver Modernist Mobile Chandelier Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Reminiscent of Calder or the wonderful jewelry of Art Smith, these artist made sterling silver

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Diamonds Earrings 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Vintage
Diamonds Earrings 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Vintage

Diamonds Earrings 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Vintage

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Diamonds Earrings 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Vintage Diamond earrings, sterling silver earrings

Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
Vintage 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

Vintage 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

Located in Bradenton, FL

Vintage 14 Gold and Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings feature a bold, twisted rope design that adds

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18k Sterling Citrine French Back Earrings
Vintage 18k Sterling Citrine French Back Earrings

Vintage 18k Sterling Citrine French Back Earrings

Located in Webster, SD

These gorgeous vintage earrings are a combination of sterling silver and 18k gold. They feature

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Natural Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Vintage Style 925 Sterling Silver Earring.
Natural Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Vintage Style 925 Sterling Silver Earring.

Natural Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Vintage Style 925 Sterling Silver Earring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Vintage Style 925 Sterling Silver Earring. Total Carat Weight

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Vermeil Vintage Diamond Circle Drop Earrings
Sterling Silver Vermeil Vintage Diamond Circle Drop Earrings

Sterling Silver Vermeil Vintage Diamond Circle Drop Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: custom design Material: Sterling silver / gold vermeil Diamonds: 32 slice cut = 3.75cttw

Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Large Southwestern Sterling Silver Malachite Earrings Vintage Estate
Large Southwestern Sterling Silver Malachite Earrings Vintage Estate

Large Southwestern Sterling Silver Malachite Earrings Vintage Estate

Located in Webster, SD

These gorgeous Southwestern earrings are sterling silver. They feature stunning genuine malachite

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Stephen Dureck Sterling Silver Gold Tone Textured Earrings
Vintage Stephen Dureck Sterling Silver Gold Tone Textured Earrings

Vintage Stephen Dureck Sterling Silver Gold Tone Textured Earrings

Located in Flushing, NY

Vintage Stephen Dureck Sterling Silver Gold Tone Textured Earrings Approximate Dimensions: 5.2 cm

Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Red White Blue Inlay Earrings
Vintage Southwestern Sterling Red White Blue Inlay Earrings

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Red White Blue Inlay Earrings

Located in Webster, SD

These gorgeous Southwestern earrings are sterling silver with red, white and blue stone inlay

Category

Late 20th Century North American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Natural Ruby Multicolored sapphire sterling silver Drop earrings
Vintage Natural Ruby Multicolored sapphire sterling silver Drop earrings

Vintage Natural Ruby Multicolored sapphire sterling silver Drop earrings

Located in Delhi, DL

Stunning Vintage appeal natural ruby multicolored sapphires chandelier earrings consists of

Category

1990s Indian Edwardian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mikimoto Sterling Silver Cultured Pearl Screw Back Earrings
Vintage Mikimoto Sterling Silver Cultured Pearl Screw Back Earrings

Vintage Mikimoto Sterling Silver Cultured Pearl Screw Back Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Elegant vintage Mikimoto earrings crafted in sterling silver and set with lustrous cultured pearls

Category

Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Sterling Southwestern Turquoise Coral Inlay Earrings
Large Vintage Sterling Southwestern Turquoise Coral Inlay Earrings

Large Vintage Sterling Southwestern Turquoise Coral Inlay Earrings

Located in Webster, SD

These gorgeous vintage Navajo earrings are sterling silver. They feature inlay in turquoise and

Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Boho Robin Schechtel Brass on Sterling Modernist Earrings
Vintage Boho Robin Schechtel Brass on Sterling Modernist Earrings

Vintage Boho Robin Schechtel Brass on Sterling Modernist Earrings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These vintage Boho earrings by designer Robin Schechtel showcase a striking blend of earthy

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Stud Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

Vintage Sterling Silver Malachite Jewelry Set Navajo Brooch & Earrings
Vintage Sterling Silver Malachite Jewelry Set Navajo Brooch & Earrings

Vintage Sterling Silver Malachite Jewelry Set Navajo Brooch & Earrings

Located in Milford, DE

This exquisite vintage jewelry set features a beautifully handcrafted sterling silver brooch and

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Lagos Caviar Sterling Silver, 18K Gold, & Pearl Earrings
Vintage Lagos Caviar Sterling Silver, 18K Gold, & Pearl Earrings

Vintage Lagos Caviar Sterling Silver, 18K Gold, & Pearl Earrings

By Lagos Caviar

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of vintage signed earrings. By Lagos. In sterling silver with 18 karat yellow gold

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Natural Diamond Vintage Dainty Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver 1 Pair Earring
Natural Diamond Vintage Dainty Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver 1 Pair Earring

Natural Diamond Vintage Dainty Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver 1 Pair Earring

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Diamond Vintage Dainty Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver 1 Pair Earring Price listed for

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Nouveau Style Garnet Earrings in Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Nouveau Style Garnet Earrings in Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Nouveau Style Garnet Earrings in Sterling Silver

Located in Webster, SD

These gorgeous vintage earrings are sterling silver. They have an art nouveau style to them with

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

Huge Vintage Southwestern Sterling Onyx Earrings Navajo Juan Alberta
Huge Vintage Southwestern Sterling Onyx Earrings Navajo Juan Alberta

Huge Vintage Southwestern Sterling Onyx Earrings Navajo Juan Alberta

Located in Webster, SD

These huge, gorgeous Southwestern earrings are sterling silver with 17x24mm onyx stones

Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Jet Gemstone 1 Inch Long Earrings
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Jet Gemstone 1 Inch Long Earrings

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Jet Gemstone 1 Inch Long Earrings

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

with these Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Jet Earrings, reflecting the brand’s iconic blend of timeless

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Marcasite Long Drop Earrings 1980s
Vintage Sterling Marcasite Long Drop Earrings 1980s

Vintage Sterling Marcasite Long Drop Earrings 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A pair of Vintage marcasite drop earrings. Crafted in solid sterling silver and set with marcasite

Category

Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings

Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Vintage sterling silver geometric dangle earrings. Solid silver circles accompanied by large

Category

Vintage 1980s South American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Long Tassel Earrings 1980s
Vintage Sterling Silver Long Tassel Earrings 1980s

Vintage Sterling Silver Long Tassel Earrings 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A divine pair of Vintage Silver Tassel Earrings. Crafted in solid sterling silver. A weighty fine

Category

Vintage 1980s Dangle Earrings

Tiffany & Co 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Earrings Puffed Shell  Omega Backs
Tiffany & Co 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Earrings Puffed Shell  Omega Backs

Tiffany & Co 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Earrings Puffed Shell Omega Backs

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Earrings Puffed Shell Omega Backs Metal: 925 Silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Natural diamonds elephant sterling silver wire post dangler earrings
Vintage Natural diamonds elephant sterling silver wire post dangler earrings

Vintage Natural diamonds elephant sterling silver wire post dangler earrings

Located in Delhi, DL

This pair of earrings have natural real diamonds. It is made up of sterling silver. It comes with a

Category

Early 2000s Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Silvorra Vintage Inspired 925 Sterling Silver Garnet Cluster Stud Earrings
Silvorra Vintage Inspired 925 Sterling Silver Garnet Cluster Stud Earrings

Silvorra Vintage Inspired 925 Sterling Silver Garnet Cluster Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

These vintage inspired stud earrings from Silvorra are handcrafted in 925 solid sterling silver and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Trademark Heart Love Pierced Earrings Sterling Silver
Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Trademark Heart Love Pierced Earrings Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Trademark Heart Love Pierced Earrings Sterling Silver

By Gucci

Located in Wokingham, England

Gucci Vintage Unisex Iconic Classic Logo Trademark Heart Love Pierced Earrings, Sterling Silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pave Diamond Bar Hook Earring 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Style Jewelry
Pave Diamond Bar Hook Earring 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Style Jewelry

Pave Diamond Bar Hook Earring 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Style Jewelry

Located in Chicago, IL

Pave Diamond Bar Hook Earring 925 Sterling Silver Vintage Style Jewelry . Item description from

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage diamonds real Burma ruby Sterling silver galaxy Stud Earrings
Vintage diamonds real Burma ruby Sterling silver galaxy Stud Earrings

Vintage diamonds real Burma ruby Sterling silver galaxy Stud Earrings

Located in Delhi, DL

This pair of beautiful earrings consists of: Diamond type- Rose cut diamonds Diamond color- tinted

Category

2010s Indian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Gold Sterling Silver Geode Purple Amethyst and Diamond Earrings
Vintage Gold Sterling Silver Geode Purple Amethyst and Diamond Earrings

Vintage Gold Sterling Silver Geode Purple Amethyst and Diamond Earrings

Located in Palm Springs, CA

geodes. Stamped 18k on the earring back findings. In very good vintage condition.

Category

1990s American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Geode, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Sterling Silver Drop / Dangle Earrings
Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Sterling Silver Drop / Dangle Earrings

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Sterling Silver Drop / Dangle Earrings

By Paul Lobel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pair of fine Mid-Century Modern silver drop or dangle earrings. In sterling silver. By Paul

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage look Natural diamonds Burma ruby bow sterling silver earrings studs
Vintage look Natural diamonds Burma ruby bow sterling silver earrings studs

Vintage look Natural diamonds Burma ruby bow sterling silver earrings studs

Located in Delhi, DL

This pair of earrings have natural real diamonds and real natural ruby. It is made up of sterling

Category

Early 2000s Indian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Textured Sterling Silver Geometric Mod Dangle Earrings
Textured Sterling Silver Geometric Mod Dangle Earrings

Textured Sterling Silver Geometric Mod Dangle Earrings

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Textured Sterling Silver Geometric Mod Dangle Earrings are a stunning example of contemporary

Category

Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Vintage Angel Skin Coral Tulip Earrings with Green Glass Leaves, Sterling Hooks
Vintage Angel Skin Coral Tulip Earrings with Green Glass Leaves, Sterling Hooks

Vintage Angel Skin Coral Tulip Earrings with Green Glass Leaves, Sterling Hooks

Located in Milford, DE

A romantic pair of vintage floral earrings featuring hand-carved angel skin coral tulip buds paired

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Vintage Natural diamonds salt and pepper disc sterling silver earrings studs
Vintage Natural diamonds salt and pepper disc sterling silver earrings studs

Vintage Natural diamonds salt and pepper disc sterling silver earrings studs

Located in Delhi, DL

This pair of earrings have natural real diamonds. It is made up of sterling silver. It comes with a

Category

Early 2000s Indian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Gilt Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Gilt Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Paul Lobel Gilt Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

By Paul Lobel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pair of fine Mid-Century Modern silver hoop earrings. In sterling silver with a gilt finish. By

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

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Vintage Sterling Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage sterling earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 41 vintage versions or 8 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of vintage sterling earrings bearing Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen and Angela Cummings are consistently popular. Browse our collection of 5 Pearl versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, mixed cut and bead can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage sterling earrings for sale are for women, but there are 12 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Sterling Earrings?

Prices for vintage sterling earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $109 and can go as high as $3,995, while vintage sterling earrings, on average, fetch $485.

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 Vintage Sterling Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, it is okay to wear sterling silver earrings. Sterling silver has a cool color that many people find appealing, and the metal is durable enough to resist bending and scratching. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver can tarnish over time. You can help keep your earrings looking like new by protecting them from water, chlorine and chemicals found in hair care and beauty products. Cleaning your earrings in accordance with the maker's instructions can also reduce the risk of tarnishing. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    One way to tell if earrings are vintage is to research the maker. Search for maker's markings on the backs and then look up these marks using trusted online resources. From there, you can find out when the jewelry maker produced pieces similar to yours. Generally, earrings produced between 20 and 100 years ago are vintage. Another method for dating earrings is to examine their details closely. Most vintage earrings will show some signs of wear, such as faint scratches or tarnishing. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer date your earrings for you. Shop a wide range of vintage earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw 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, 2023
    Most 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 ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How 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.