Drop Earrings
2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
2010s Turkish Modern Drop Earrings
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Drop Earrings
Crystal
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s French Modern Drop Earrings
2010s Belgian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Opal, Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Victorian Drop Earrings
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Agate, Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Yellow ...
2010s Japanese Artist Drop Earrings
Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings
Amber, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Vintage Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Vintage Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Drop Earrings
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
1960s Vintage Drop Earrings
Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass
2010s Artist Drop Earrings
Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Unknown Vintage Drop Earrings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Asian Retro Vintage Drop Earrings
Diamond, 9k Gold
2010s North American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Spinel, White Gold
2010s North American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, White Gold
2010s British Drop Earrings
Citrine, Quartz, 9k Gold
2010s Modern Drop Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s British Drop Earrings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold
2010s British Drop Earrings
Peridot, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold
2010s British Drop Earrings
Citrine, Garnet, 9k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Freshwater Pearl, Blue Topaz, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Tanzanian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Drop Earrings
Crystal, Gilt Metal
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s American Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Turquoise, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Drop Earrings
Gilt Metal
Diamond, Pearl and Antique Drop Earrings
Earrings are a timeless accessory. Women have been wearing studs and hoops in civilizations as far back as Ancient Egypt. Diamond drop earrings, pearl versions and other antique drop earrings have a long history as well.
While hoops will always be beautiful, drop earrings hold their own as dazzling accessories, and jewelry designers have explored different variations on this style of earring over time.
Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone that drops just below the earlobe. These accessories were popular in the Art Deco era, which encompassed the 1920s and ’30s and ushered in a very distinct look in jewelry design.
There were many influences on Art Deco jewelry; among them, the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. Today, the popularity of long Art Deco drop earrings can be attributed to the influence of Coco Chanel. These earrings are frequently characterized by simple shapes, clean lines and an integration of colorful stones such as blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies to accent the pieces’ diamonds. Indeed, during the 20th century, as technology for diamond cutting improved, diamond drop earrings and other diamond jewelry came into wide popularity. Formal examples of diamond drop earrings pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold drop earrings make great daytime accessories.
While there are at least several types of earrings you could be wearing right now, drop earrings work well for anyone who favors a minimalist look. Whatever the occasion, find a wide range of antique, diamond and pearl drop earrings on 1stDibs.