Vintage Cluster Earrings
Late 20th Century Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 9k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Oceanic Contemporary Stud Earrings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Spanish Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 1650s German Clip-on Earrings
Antique 19th Century More Earrings
Garnet, Gold-filled
Early 20th Century Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage Cluster Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 is a cluster earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023A cluster earring is an earring that usually has a round shape and a particular design. Specifically, the earrings feature small gemstones or pearls that completely cover their surfaces. Cluster earrings can include studs that don't extend below the earlobe and drops that hang below the ear but remain stationary when you move. You can also find some cluster styles that include a dangling element, such as a single pearl or solitaire gemstone. Find a variety of cluster earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024One way to tell if earrings are vintage is to research the maker. Search for maker's markings on the backs and then look up these marks using trusted online resources. From there, you can find out when the jewelry maker produced pieces similar to yours. Generally, earrings produced between 20 and 100 years ago are vintage. Another method for dating earrings is to examine their details closely. Most vintage earrings will show some signs of wear, such as faint scratches or tarnishing. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer date your earrings for you. Shop a wide range of vintage earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- Are screw back earrings vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
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