Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Unknown Dangle Earrings
Malachite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Dangle Earrings
Rock Crystal, Vermeil, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, 18k Gold, Ro...
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Moonstone, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Si...
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 9k 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.