Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Crystal, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Coral, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Artisan Dangle Earrings
18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Opal, Apatite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s North American Artisan Dangle Earrings
18k Gold, Bronze
1870s Swedish Empire Antique Dangle Earrings
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s North American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Quartz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Unknown Artisan Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings
Garnet, Rhodolite, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings
Sapphire, Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings
Garnet, Rhodolite, Sterling Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
2010s European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Artisan Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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.