Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950s American Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Base Metal
1950s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Brown Diamond
1950s American Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold
1960s Unknown Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1980s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1970s Anglo-Indian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Emerald, Ruby, Gold
1930s European Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
1960s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
20th Century French Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Late 20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Agate, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
1960s American Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s French Renaissance Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Unknown Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Yellow Gold
20th Century British Modern Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century French Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Ruby, 18k Gold
1970s American Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Unknown Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Mid-20th Century Aesthetic Movement Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond
Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Garnet, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1940s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gold
20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Citrine, Sterling Silver
1980s American Modernist Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Base Metal
1950s Unknown Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
1990s Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1950s American Edwardian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
1970s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
1950s American Victorian Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gold Plate
1970s Egyptian Revival Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1940s Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gilt Metal
1940s American Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Gilt Metal
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s European Retro Vintage Style Earrings Earrings
Diamond, 18k 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.
- What are sleeper-style earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Sleeper-style earrings are small hoop earrings. Usually, they feature a hinged closure or a screw-down closure for security. Due to their size and secure designs, sleeper-style hoops are popular picks for everyday wear. They are highly versatile and can put just the right finishing touch on everything from jeans to little black dresses. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of hoop earrings.
- What are post style earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Post-style earrings are earrings that have a metal rod backing that slips through a piercing. Once the earring is in place, you slip a backing onto it for security. Sometimes called posts, these earrings come in a variety of styles from studs to dangles to drops. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of post earrings.
- How do you style pearl earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023How you style pearl earrings is up to you. One of the biggest benefits of pearl earrings is that they can complement almost anything. Wear them with jeans and a casual sweater for a weekend hangout or with a little black dress for a night on the town. They can also put a sophisticated finishing touch on workwear like suits. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of pearl earrings.
- Are pearl earrings out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No, pearl earrings are not out of style. Although trends are subject to seasonal change, pearls have remained popular for a very long time. Wearing pearls dates back to at least 420 B.C., with jewelry discovered in the sarcophagus of Persian royalty. Contemporary designers now experiment with unusual shapes, colors and treatments, pushing pearl jewelry beyond the traditional strand of perfect white spheres. As a result, you can find pearl earrings that are timeless, as well as looks that are in line with the latest trends. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pearl earrings.
- Are hoop earrings out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Hoop earrings are unlikely to ever be out of style. Even though trends frequently change, hoops have been popular for centuries, and for good reason, because they are stunning and easy to wear. From season to season, some variation of hoop earrings is usually trending, and the classic simple round hoop in a silver or gold tone is a timeless look. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, diamond hoop earrings can be in style. The choice to wear diamond hoop earrings is really a matter of personal preference.
- Are hoop earrings in Style 2020?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Bigger hoop earrings are in style for 2020, while thicker hoop earrings are often characterized as a fun and more noticeable accessory than some other earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023There are a few styles of earrings that can make you look younger. Earrings with a lot of sparkle, like brilliant-cut diamond studs and bright, colorful earrings featuring beads or gemstones, can brighten up the face and create a more youthful-looking appearance. Round shapes like hoops soften the lines of the face for a flattering effect. Shop a wide variety of earrings 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.
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