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Tiffany Co Earrings Vintage 18k Gold Sterling Silver Shell Dome Clip-On Signed
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
double hinged omega clip-on backings for pierced or non-pierced ears. The earrings are in very good
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

70s Chanel Large Earrings Quatrefoil Round Rope Link Clip On Yellow Gold Tone
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
fitted with clip-on backings for non-pierced or pierced ears. The earrings date to the 1970s. The
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1970s French Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

1980s Italian Diamond 18 Karat Gold Link Oval Hoop Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
condition, and they have Clip On backs with Posts for pierced Ears, These hoop earrings are the perfect fit
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1980s Italian Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co Ribbed Earrings Mid Century 14k Yellow Gold Clip On Jewelry
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
evening look. The earrings are fitted with hinged clip on backings for pierced or non-pierced ears. The
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co Ribbed Hoop Earrings 3/4" 14k Yellow Gold Signed Jewelry
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
fitted with hinged clip on backings for pierced or non-pierced ears. The earrings are in very good
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980 s Diamond Green GIA Tsavorite 18k Gold Flower Clip On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
. 5.10 carats in total Secured by Clip Backs with Posts, for pierced ears. These earrings will delight
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1980s American Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Trianon Amber Flower Earrings Estate Chalcedony Citrine 18k Gold Jewelry Clip-On
Located in Torrance, CA
wear. The earrings are fitted with clip backings for pierced ears. The earrings are in excellent
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Amber, Chalcedony, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage White Dove Earrings MOP Round Clip 14 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
for pierced or non-pierced ears. The earrings are in excellent condition. We have not cleaned them
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Yellow Citrine Earrings Clip-On Vintage 14k Gold Oval Cabochon Fine Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
non-pierced or pierced ears. The earrings are in very good condition. Particulars: Weight: 18.9
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angel Skin Coral Button Earrings Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Round Clip On Backings
Located in Torrance, CA
& Measurements: The earrings measure 17.5mm diameter (0.68 inches). Fitted with clip on backings for pierced or
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine Heart Cut Sapphire Earrings Clip-On Vintage 14 Karat Gold Mixed Gems
Located in Torrance, CA
from day to evening wear. The earrings are fitted with clip backings for pierced or non-pierced ears
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato Deep Red Garnet Clip-On Earrings Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Pomellato
Located in London, England
A rather interesting pair of Pomellato deep red cabochon garnet clip-on earrings set in 18k yellow
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s Cultured Pearl and 0.21 Carat Diamond, 18 White Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. These earrings for non-pierced ears secure to the reverse with a hinged latch fastening. These
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1990s Unknown Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1970s Cultured Pearl and 1.22 Carat Diamond White Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
eight-cut diamonds on each. These earrings for non pierced ears secure to the reverse with a hinged
Category

1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Domed 2.22 Cttw Diamond Button Earrings by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
classic! Earrings are non pierced with clip backs but could be modified for posts. Complimentary signature
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970th 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Diamond One Inch Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
angle, captivating all who behold them. Ideal for those without pierced ears, these earrings feature a
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970th 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Diamond One Inch Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
them. Ideal for those without pierced ears, these earrings feature a convenient clip-on style. The
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

De Grisogono Set Ring and Earrings 18 Kt Pink Gold And Diamonds Onde Collection
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Paris, FR
2 carats, size 54, diameter 17.3, signed and numbered Gross weight: 32.7 g De GRISOGONO Pierced
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Cassis Yellow Gold Hoops
By Cassis Jewelry Inc.
Located in Dallas, TX
18k Yellow Gold Cassis Earrings. Combination of high polished and textured gold half loop pierced
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1990s American Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Mauboussin Paris Enamel Diamond Platinum Suite
By Mauboussin
Located in Aspen, CO
. The ring can easily be sized and the earrings can be worn either pierced or non-pierced. We would be
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Platinum Old Cut Diamond Long Ear Pendants
Located in New York, NY
. They are all clean white diamonds. The earrings are for pierced ears. They are 1 5/8 inches long.
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Givenchy Vintage Black Rectangle Circle Star Pendant Long Chain Hoop Gold 2 Set
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Dome Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe light scratches or colour loss. 100
Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

1990s John Hardy Lemon Quartz 18 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Batu Sari Collection
By John Hardy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with detailed quatrefoil with gold beads Accented by pierced side scrolling around entirety of earring
Category

1990s Contemporary Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Diamond Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Chunky Braided Choker Necklace and Pierced earrings. Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Sign at
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1980s German Aesthetic Movement Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Diamond Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Sign at clasp of necklace and
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Diamond Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Sign at clasp of necklace and
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Diamond Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Sign at clasp of necklace and
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage Crescent Moon Circle Sun Crystals Set Brooch Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any scratches or colour loss. 100% Genuine
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Crescent Moon Circle Sun Crystals Set Brooch Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any scratches or colour loss. 100% Genuine
Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Cluster Crystals Water Tear Drop Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Some of light scratches or colour loss, barely
Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Cluster Crystals Water Tear Drop Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Some of light scratches or colour loss, barely
Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Tiffany Co Ruby Autumn Leaf Jewelry Suite 18K Gold Original Pouch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Clip* *The post can be added on request (to wear on a pierced ear) Earrings Dimensions: 30.3 x 23.0 x
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1960s Italian Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Vintage 14.06 Carat Aquamarine and Palladium Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
consists of an aquamarine cocktail ring and a pair of matching earrings. The pierced decorated ring
Category

1950s Unknown Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Gold, Palladium

1950s Retro Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ear Clip
Located in Poitiers, FR
For not pierced ears. Pair of earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Charming antique ear
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1950s French Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage White Crystals Openwork Chunky Set Gold Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Long Pierced Earrings Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any stones lost. Light
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Aqua Blue Triangle Crystals Beige Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. The pendant has a small split on one side of cream
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Aqua Blue Triangle Crystals Beige Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. The pendant has a small split on one side of cream
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage White Crystals Openwork Chunky Set Gold Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Long Pierced Earrings Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any stones lost. Light
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Square Crystals Ribbed Omega Necklace Earrings Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Square Crystals Ribbed Adjustable Omega Necklace Pierced
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1980s German Contemporary Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Aqua Blue Triangle Crystals Beige Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. The pendant has a small split on one side of cream
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Diamond Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Wheat Choker Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Sign at clasp
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

18 Karat Yellow Gold Demi Parure with Natural and Syntethic Quartz and Diamonds
Located in Crema, Cremona
colors. Pierced earrings: one with brown quartz step cut drop shape (1.5x1.2cm), one with orange quartz
Category

1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings
By Irena Brynner 1
Located in South Charleston, WV
A gorgeous pair of hard to find non-pierced gold abstract earrings by studio jeweler Ireme Brynner
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold

Genuine Copper Handcrafted Seahorse Necklace Bracelet Earring Parure Set - Rare
Located in Thiensville, WI
pierced earrings with hammered circle texture; detailed raised seahorse body pieces at center of earrings
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Late 20th Century Vintage Pierced Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Crystals Knot Bow White Pearl Tear Water Drop Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Jewellery Set Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Vintage and rare to
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Lapis Navy Blue Rectangle Oval Cabochon Stone 2 Gold Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Set Elegant Modernist Pendant Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine
Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Crescent Moon Sun Circle Round Star Crystals Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Jewellery 2 Elegant Set Brooch Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any scratches or
Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Crescent Moon Sun Circle Round Star Crystals Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Jewellery 2 Elegant Set Brooch Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any scratches or
Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Aqua Blue Clear Crystal Shield Beige Enamel Chunky 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Modernist Jewellery Set Necklace Dome Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. The pendant has a
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage White Enamel Crystal Openwork Chunky Pendant Cuban 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Chain Necklace Long Pierced Earrings 2 Jewellery Gift Set, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage White Pearl Flower Snowflake Crystal Sunburst Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierced Earrings Pendant Necklace 2 Elegant Jewellery Gift Set, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Whole Crystals Gold Pendant 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Jewellery Gift 2 Set Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any stones lost. Light
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

14K Sardonyx Cameo Split Pearl Brooch and matching Earrings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the width is .75 wide. The earrings are for pierced ears and have a shepherds hook for closure.The
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1940s American Artisan Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Ruby Diamond Gold Earrings and Ring Suite
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
2 carats of diamonds. The pierced stud-style earrings contain 1.20 carats of rubies and 1 carat of
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20th Century Retro Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s 42.91 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
lower amethyst reflects the same design as the necklace. The earrings, for pierced ears, secure to the
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1950s Unknown Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 10.67ct Sapphire and 9.84ct Diamond White Gold Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive marquise cut sapphires and forty-four eight-cut diamonds. The earrings, for pierced ears, secure
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1970s Unknown Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Earring and Necklace Set Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; this allows the pieces to be utilised as day and night earrings. The earrings, for pierced ears
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1970s Vintage Pierced Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Pierced Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage pierced earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 133 vintage versions or 9 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage pierced earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Napier, Yves Saint Laurent and Cartier each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 9, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage pierced earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage pierced earrings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Vintage Pierced Earrings?

On average, vintage pierced earrings at 1stDibs sell for $225, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $30,600 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About Vintage Pierced Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    No, clip-on earrings don't pierce your ears. Instead of slipping through a piercing, a clip-on earring attaches to the surface of your earlobe with a fastener. Depending on the design of the earrings, the fastener may be a hinged clip, a screw, a tension bar or even a magnet. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, you can use clip-on earrings on pierced ears. The different kinds of clasps featured on clip-ons will still secure them to your earlobes if you have a piercing. However, wearing clip-ons exclusively could cause your piercings to gradually close up over time. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether clip-on earrings are better than piercings is a matter of personal opinion. People who don't wear earrings regularly may prefer clip-ons because they won't have to worry about piercings closing. Others may find that pierced earrings are more comfortable. Explore a large assortment of earrings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, clip-on earrings don't need piercings. In fact, a big part of the appeal of clip-on earrings is that they allow anyone to dress up their ears with jewelry, even if they haven't had their lobes pierced. Clip-ons are available with many styles of fasteners, including screw backs, clear invisible backs, cuffs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    There is no single best earring for multiple piercings. Hoops, studs, dangles and drops can all be good options. When creating stacked looks, think about size. Many people choose to wear larger earrings closest to the lobe. Also, consider the diameter of your piercing and be sure to select pieces that will fit. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    One 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 27, 2023
    Most 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw 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 8, 2023
    To 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.