Dangle Earrings
2010s Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Ruby
1990s Dangle Earrings
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Labradorite, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 2000s Dangle Earrings
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
1950s Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1960s Italian Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
20th Century French Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
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.