Antique Drop Earings
1870s French Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
1870s English Victorian Antique Drop Earings
15k Gold
Early 19th Century European Early Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Gold-filled
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Drop Earings
Other, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Agate, Gilt Metal
Late 17th Century British Art Deco Antique Drop Earings
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Drop Earings
Agate, Gold, Gilt Metal
1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
1820s English George III Antique Drop Earings
Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Drop Earings
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
19th Century British High Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Platinum
1880s British Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Agate, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
1910s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Drop Earings
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Drop Earings
Agate, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1890s British Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Gold, Enamel
1910s Edwardian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Antique Drop Earings
19th Century French Art Deco Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
1920s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Platinum
1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Drop Earings
14k Gold, Enamel
1920s North American Art Deco Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Drop Earings
Cut Steel
1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Platinum
1870s English Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
1880s Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Moonstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Antique Drop Earings
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Dutch High Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century American Etruscan Revival Antique Drop Earings
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
1870s Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Drop Earings
Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, R...
1870s Etruscan Revival Antique Drop Earings
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s French Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Spanish Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, White Gold, Silver
1910s Unknown Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1910s Modern Antique Drop Earings
Morganite, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Antique Drop Earings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1880s English Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Gold, Silver
Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Earings
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s English Etruscan Revival Antique Drop Earings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Finding the Right earrings for You
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
- What are geo drop earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Geo drop earrings are drop earrings that feature a mix of geometric shapes. For example, the designs may include metal wire bent to resemble a square stacked on top of a triangle, or be set with gemstones cut into different shapes like round and pear. Because they are drop earrings, the jewelry hangs below the ear but remains stationary as you move. Explore a wide range of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop earring called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A drop earring is usually just called a drop earring. Drop is the term for an earring that hangs below the ear but doesn't swing when you move. A hanging earring that swings is a dangle earring. Some people may add a modifier to the term drop earring, such as a diamond drop or a pearl drop, depending on the materials it features. Explore an assortment of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023No, drop and dangle earrings are not the same. Although both types of earrings hang below the ear, their designs are different. Dangle earrings swing when you move, while drop earrings remain stationary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dangle and drop earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
- What are drop earrings called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Drop earrings are simply called drop earrings. Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone. Popular in the Art Deco era, the design works well for jewelry lovers who favor a minimalist look. Formal examples with diamonds pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold ones make great daytime accessories. Find vintage drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The difference between a drop earring and a dangle earring is how it hangs. A drop earring extends down below the earlobe but is stationary, while a pair of dangle earrings’ design allows it to swing. On 1stDibs, find a selection of earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
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