Dangle Earrings
1980s French Vintage Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary European Dangle Earrings
20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Coral, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1980s American Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s French Dangle Earrings
Early 2000s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings
1990s Italian Dangle Earrings
20th Century French Dangle Earrings
Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage Dangle Earrings
20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s French Modern Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate
20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 2000s Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Gold
1990s French Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s French Dangle Earrings
Early 2000s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
1980s French Artisan Vintage Dangle Earrings
1960s Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Dangle Earrings
1990s French Dangle Earrings
1990s French Dangle Earrings
1980s Vintage Dangle Earrings
1980s French Vintage Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
1980s French Vintage Dangle Earrings
2010s French Dangle Earrings
1980s French Artisan Vintage Dangle Earrings
1980s French Artisan Vintage Dangle Earrings
1980s French Vintage Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings
20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
1990s French Dangle Earrings
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dangle Earrings
Base Metal
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
1980s French Artist Vintage Dangle Earrings
Gilt Metal
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
1980s French Vintage Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Gold Plate
Early 2000s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
1990s French Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate
1990s French Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Early 2000s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
2010s Dangle Earrings
1960s French Art Deco Vintage Dangle Earrings
Crystal, Gold Plate
Early 2000s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
Antique and Vintage Dangle Earrings
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.