Vintage Earrings

Earrings are of the upmost importance within a lady’s jewellery box, with beautiful antique and vintage drop and stud earrings to suit every taste.

Antique and vintage stud earrings are highly versatile accessories, able to be styled for any occasion alongside any outfit. Some pieces are more classic and elegant, whilst others are highly decorative and ornate. Across the eras, earrings were produced in a range of stunning styles, that continue to be wearable today.

Our collection of antique and vintage drop earrings features rare and unique gemstones with intricate metalwork, framing the face wonderfully. They make an elegant addition to any outfit, although particularly as wedding jewellery. A pair of antique or vintage earrings make the perfect memento of your day that can be passed down through generations.

Whether you are looking for an understated pair of antique diamond earrings or a more decadent pair, our collection features a myriad of designs to help you mark a special occasion or to simply add to your collection.

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Victorian diamond cluster earrings, circa 1890.

Victorian diamond cluster earrings, circa 1890.Victorian diamond cluster earrings, circa 1890.

Price £22,500 Ref: 29100

Yellow gold drop earrings, Egyptian, circa 1968 75. hatton garden

Yellow gold drop earrings, Egyptian, circa 1968-75. Yellow gold drop earrings, Egyptian, circa 1968-75.

Price £4,200 Ref: 26182

Ruby clip earrings French circa 1940 hatton garden

Ruby earrings, French, circa 1940.Ruby earrings, French, circa 1940.

Price £3,450 Ref: 27787

Diamond cluster earrings, circa 1940 hatton garden

Diamond cluster earrings, circa 1940Diamond cluster earrings, circa 1940

Price £3,450 Ref: 29073

Old Cut Diamond Stud Earrings, circa 1905. hatton garden

Old Cut Diamond Stud Earrings, circa 1905. Old cut diamond stud earrings, circa 1905.

Price £6,700 Ref: 29041

Edwardian Burmese ruby diamond earrings berganza hatton garden

Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond drop ...Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond drop earrings, circa 1910.

Price £36,000 Ref: 24401

cartier ruby diamond sapphire emerald earrings berganza

Cartier vintage ruby, sapphire, emerald ...Cartier vintage ruby, sapphire, emerald and diamond earrings, English, 1978.

Price £15,100 Ref: 26224

Edwardian diamond drop earrings, circa 1910. hatton garden

Edwardian diamond drop earrings, circa 1910.Edwardian diamond drop earrings, circa 1910.

Price £10,800 Ref: 28996

Cartier Burmese Sapphire and diamond earrings, hatton garden

Cartier Burmese Sapphire earrings, French, circa 1950.Cartier Burmese Sapphire and diamond earrings, French, circa 1970.

Price £42,500 Ref: 28945

Diamond earrings, circa 1950. berganza . hatton garden

Diamond earrings, circa 1950.Diamond earrings, circa 1950.

Price £22,000 Ref: 24959

Old mine diamond stud earrings, circa 1905.

Old mine diamond stud earrings, circa 1905.Old mine diamond stud earrings, circa 1905.

Price £9,800 Ref: 26192

Art Deco diamond drop earrings, circa 1920. hatton garden

Art Deco diamond earrings, circa 1920.Art Deco diamond drop earrings, circa 1920.

Price £9,900 Ref: 28794

Victorian diamond drop earrings, circa 1890.Victorian diamond drop earrings, circa 1890.

Price £6,800 Ref: 28764

Vintage blue zircon and diamond earrings, hatton garden.

Vintage blue zircon and diamond earrings, circa 1940. Vintage blue zircon and diamond earrings, American, circa 1940.

Price £3,500 Ref: 28713

colombian emerald and diamond earrings french circa 1970 .html

Colombian emerald and diamond earrings, circa 1970.Colombian emerald and diamond earrings, French, circa 1970.

Price £14,500 Ref: 28685

Victorian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, circa 1870. Hatton Garden

Natural pearl and diamond earrings, circa 1870.Victorian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, circa 1870.

Price £11,000 Ref: 28423

Art Deco emerald diamond drop earrings berganza hatton garden

Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond d...Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond drop earrings, circa 1925.

Price £29,700 Ref: 26754

Edwardian diamond drop earrings hatton garden

Edwardian diamond drop earrings, circa 1...Edwardian diamond drop earrings, circa 1915.

Price £6,500 Ref: 26933

FAQs

What Makes Drop and Stud Earrings Vintage or Antique?

For drop and stud earrings to be antique, they must be over 100 years old. Any pieces over 50 years old are considered vintage.

How To Clean Drop and Stud Earrings?

Cleaning your antique and vintage drop and stud earrings regularly is important. Both drop and stud earrings can be cleaned in the same way, unless either contain delicate stones or closed back settings. To clean your earrings, create a mixture of mild soap and warm water. Dip a soft-bristled toothbrush into the mixture and gently brush until clean. Finally, pat dry with a soft cloth before storing or wearing your antique or vintage drop and stud earrings. For a further touch, use a jewellery polishing cloth to give your earrings a beautiful sparkle.

How To Style Antique and Vintage Drop and Stud Earrings

Drop earrings make a beautiful addition to your outfit and can easily be styled. They are designed to frame the face, particularly when the hair is worn to reveal the earrings and allow them to scintillate in the light. Antique and vintage drop earrings are ideally suited to more formal events, along with more ornate stud earrings. More understated and minimalist antique and vintage stud earrings are very versatile, and can be styled for any occasion, alongside any garment.