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What is a screw back earring?

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What is a screw back earring?
A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.
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Wiwen Nilsson a Pair of Screw Earrings, Sterling Silver, Lund, Sweden 1941-1956
By Wiwen Nilsson
Located in bronshoj, DK
Wiwen NILSSON, a pair of screw earrings, sterling silver, Lund, Sweden 1941-1956. Measures 2 cm
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Wiwen Nilsson, a Pair of Screw Earrings, Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wiwen Nilsson, a pair of screw earrings, sterling silver, Lund, Sweden, 1941-1956. Measures: 2 cm
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2.4 Carats Brilliant Cut Diamonds Hoop 18k White Gold Screw Earrings
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
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Art Deco 9 mm. Pearl .65 Ct Brilliant Cut Diamond 18 KT Screw Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
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.40 Carat Natural Diamonds Mod- Goth Deco Flat Screw Stud Earrings 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
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3-Stone Diamond Bezel Set 1.80 Carat 14 Karat White Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
average clarity = SI1-SI3 Overall average color = H Screw earring backs (pierced) Total mass = 2.0
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Located in New York, NY
A simple Star of David pendant made in 18K White Gold accented with round diamonds weighing 0.30 carats total, F color and VS in clarity. Suspended on an 18 inch chain. Perfect for y...
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Roman Malakov 0.57 Carats Total Baguette and Round Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
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Roman Malakov 8.02 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Classic Tennis Bracelet
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Roman Malakov 0.70 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
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Roman Malakov 1.30 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
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Roman Malakov 0.45 Carats Brilliant Round Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
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An elegant piece showcasing a vibrant 0.45 carat round brilliant diamond accented with tapered baguette 0.18 carat total diamonds on each side. Center stone is D color, SI1 in clari...
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