Drop Earrings
15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Drop Earrings
18k Gold
2010s American Native American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Gold, Rose Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s American Native American Vintage Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1950s American Native American Vintage Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Native American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Native American Drop Earrings
Coral, Onyx, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Drop Earrings
18k Gold
2010s Italian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
22k Gold
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Art Deco Vintage Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Chalcedony, Other, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Coral, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver, S...
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Native American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Native American Drop Earrings
Silver
20th Century Unknown Native American Drop Earrings
Coral, Onyx, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1970s American Native American Vintage Drop Earrings
Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s Greek Greek Revival Vintage Drop Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Native American Drop Earrings
Coral, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Greek Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Drop Earrings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Crystal, Quartz, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Drop Earrings
Gold, Rose Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
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.