Dangle Earrings
Mid-20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Coral, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Coral, Sterling Silver
2010s American Native American Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Native American Dangle Earrings
Coral, Malachite, Onyx, Turquoise
21st Century and Contemporary Native American Dangle Earrings
Sterling Silver
1930s European Greek Revival Vintage Dangle Earrings
18k Gold
2010s North American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Native American Dangle Earrings
Jade, Opal, Turquoise, Black Jade, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
Garnet, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
14k Gold
2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
Garnet, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
18k Gold
2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
1980s American Native American Vintage Dangle Earrings
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Charoite, Sterling Silver
1980s American Native American Vintage Dangle Earrings
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1990s American Native American Dangle Earrings
Sterling Silver
1880s American Native American Antique Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1870s European Greek Revival Antique Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
1980s American Native American Vintage Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Native American Dangle Earrings
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century North American Native American Dangle Earrings
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Dangle Earrings
18k Gold, Enamel
20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s American Native American Vintage Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Native American Dangle Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1950s American Native American Vintage Dangle Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings
Crystal, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
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.