Dangle Earrings
1980s European Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
19th Century Retro Antique Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s European Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1950s Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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.