1950s Black and Rhinestone Dangling Deco Pierced Earrings

Embrace vintage glamour with these 1950s dangling Art Deco earrings. They feature faceted black Czech glass beads, Japanned rhinestone roundels, and clean, classic lines.

Item Details

• Era: 1950s
• Period: Mid 20th Century
• Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950s
• Metal: Black Japanned and Silver-Tone Metal Setting
• Materials: Czech Glass, Austrian Rhinestones, Sterling Silver Wires
• Stone: Rhinestone Roundels
• Stone Cut: Faceted Round
• Closure: Sterling Silver Pierced French Wires (Not Original)
• Dimensions: 50 mm. long (2 inch)
• Sold as: Pair
• Condition: Excellent Vintage
• Hallmarks: Unsigned
• Style: 1950s Art Deco Revival / Dramatic Dangle
• Origin: Czechoslovakia / United States
• Place of Origin: Europe and USA

Fashion History

During the 1950s, glamorous dangling earrings became a staple of evening wear and cocktail fashion. Designers frequently utilized dark japanned settings to create dramatic contrast against sparkling rhinestones and jet black glass.

Czech glass artisans were world-renowned for their meticulous bead-faceting techniques. These statement earrings captured the sophistication and bold theatrical flair of mid-century evening style.