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Prada Crystal and Mirror Chandelier Clip Earrings with Dangle Charms
By Prada
Located in Atlanta, GA
Prada Italy designed those incredible oversized dangling clip-on earrings. These bold and elegant
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Early 2000s Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Crystal and Gold Tone Drop Chandelier Clip Earrings, 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Large Crystal & Gold Tone Drop Clip Earrings Measurements: Length: 3.25
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal

1980s Larry Vrba Faux Pearl Purple, Red and Green Cabochon Chandelier Earrings
By Larry Vrba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
80s Larry Vrba faux pearl purple, red and green cabochon large chandelier clip earrings.
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Base Metal

Massive Chandelier Silver Plate Clip Earrings with Dangle Crystal Drops
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely oversized chandelier clip-on earrings boast a romantic design with a dangle shape and
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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Green, Purple Pearl Dangle Chandelier Clip On Earrings
By KJL
Located in North Miami, FL
dangle chandelier earrings are for sure dramatic on. They are signed KJL. These are perfect for your
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

OSCAR DE LA RENTA red beaded tassel dangling chandelier clip on earrings pair
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA red beaded tassel dangling chandelier clip on earrings pair Reference: AAWC
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Clip-on Earrings

Greta Clip On Earrings (more colors)
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
you prefer the cascading effect of a chandelier earring or the understated elegance of a stud
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Bartek Gold Tone Chandelier Statement Clip On Earrings
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Bartek gold tone chandelier clip on earrings. The detailed earrings feature chains with
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Mid-20th Century American Chandelier Earrings

Kaso Extravagant Multicolor Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harriet Bauknight created these stunning dangling chandelier Lucite clip-on earrings for Kaso in
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Goossens chandelier pearls earrings
By Goossens Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
We present you with rare vintage clip-on earrings with natural white pearls. In total, there are
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Bronze

Goossens chandelier pearls earrings
Goossens chandelier pearls earrings
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H 3.75 in W 1.66 in
Isabel Canovas Oversized Tortoise Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
By Isabel Canovas
Located in Atlanta, GA
Isabel Canovas Paris designed these outstanding resin or Lucite clip-on earrings. The massive
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Briolette Diamond Flower Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Briolette Diamond Flower Chandelier Earrings Set with two fancy champagne colored briolete
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Italian Dangle Lucite Clip Earrings Blue, Gold and Pink
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Italian designer studio Lucite dangling clip-on earrings. Chandelier shape with geometric
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Silver Tone Rhinestone Chandelier Cocktail Clip On Earrings circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver tone chandelier clip on earrings, with eight strands of sparkling clear rhinestones
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Vintage 1980s Chandelier Earrings

Dominique Denaive Paris Rose Brown Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
By Dominique Denaive
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning oversized clip-on earrings by Dominique Denaive Paris boast a sculptural chandelier
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

OFF WHITE crystal chandelier silver metal clip on ear cuff single
By Off-White
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OFF WHITE crystal chandelier silver metal clip on ear cuff single Reference: BSHW/A00103 Brand: Off
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver

Richard Kerr Hot Pink Fuchsia Jeweled Dangling Star Clip Earrings
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr designed these gorgeous chandelier clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are made of his
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Cabochon Emerald & Briolette Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Emerald & Briolette Diamond Chandelier Earrings 2 cabochon emerald drops along with 2
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Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Pop Art Bakelite Dangle Clip Earrings Green Bluemoon and Purple Plum
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning extra-long Bakelite dangling clip-on earrings have an undeniable Pop Art design
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Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Hattie Carnegie Signed Vintage Green & Blue Dangle Rhinestone Clip On Earrings
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in North Miami, FL
colored jewel toned dangle chandelier earrings are an eye catcher on the ear lobes. Greens and blues join
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Diamond Chandelier Earrings in White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Chandelier Earrings in White Gold Description Diamond earrings: 18K white gold earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Jeweled Dangle Lucite Clip Earrings with Red and Green Plaid Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
These impressive Italian Lucite or Resin dangling clip-on earrings feature an oversized chandelier
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Paris House London Clip On Chandelier Earrings with Glass Aurora Borealis 1960s
Located in London, GB
Paris House London fabulous silver plated clip on chandelier earrings, featuring five strands of
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Vintage 1960s English Chandelier Earrings

Irregular Burgundy Red Enamel Chandelier Tassel Water Drop Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
The cost is very high. 100% handmade. Excellent gift for lady. Fine handcraft. Material: Alloy, Enamel. Size: 7.0*2.4 cm. Weight: 2 g/each. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come w...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Black and Clear Glass Silver Tone Clip On Chandelier Statement Earrings 1960s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver tone chandelier earrings, featuring five faceted black and clear glass strands
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Vintage 1960s Chandelier Earrings

Byzantine Style Heart Chandelier Statement Earrings, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
2.25" - Gold plated - Colored crystal rhinestones - Clip on earring backs - Cut out heart motif
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Smoked Topaz Crystal Chandelier Statement Earrings, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Gold plated - Smoked Topaz-colored Aurora Borealis (AB) crystals - Clip on earring backs - Circa
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Mimi di N Gold Plated Rhinestone Chandelier Cocktail Clip On Earrings 1960s
By Mimi di N
Located in London, GB
Mimi di N fabulous gold plated chandelier clip on earrings, set with amethyst, citrine and clear
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Vintage 1960s American Chandelier Earrings

S.Rudle 18K Yellow and White Gold 12.96ct Diamond Clip-On Chandelier Earrings
Located in Southampton, PA
and White Gold 12.96ct Diamond Clip-On Chandelier Earrings are offered in estate condition accompanied
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum 20.17 Carat Chandelier Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pair of American 20th Century platinum chandelier earrings with over 20 carat of diamonds by
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chanel Vintage 1970s Gold Bow Pearl Chandelier Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce vintage Chanel gilt bow pearl clip-on statement earrings, circa 1970.
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Fringe Chandelier Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Fringe Chandelier Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold. A pair of articulated
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Kramer of NYC Crystal Chandelier Earrings 1950s
By Kramer of New York
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular pair of Vintage Kramer Chandelier Earrings from the 1950s. Featuring oodles of
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Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings

Philippe Ferrandis Vintage Clip Earrings
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Dark rhodium with Swarovski crystals and handmade glass pearls.
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Early 2000s French Chandelier Earrings

1970s Ruby Heart Diamond Gold Day and Night Chandelier Drop Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These aesthetically absorbing versatile 'day & night' pendant earrings are crafted in solid 18K
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Vintage 1970s Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

4.90 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 4.90 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

10.35 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Chandelier Leaf Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 10.35 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

5.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 5.50 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

8.60 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 8.60 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.95 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 4.95 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.60 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 3.60 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

4.85 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning earrings are handcrafted in 18-karat white gold and set in 4.85 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Faux Ruby and Turquoise Chandelier Earrings by William de Lillo
By William De Lillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage gilt metal clip-on statement earrings by William de Lillo, LTD circa 1970's. The chandelier
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise

Chandelier Earrings With Swarovski Crystal Floral Motif By Heidi Daus
By Heidi Daus
Located in McKinney, TX
length - Antique gold tone - Multi-colored Swarovski crystal rhinestones - Clip on earring backs - By
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20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Kaso Silver Mirror Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harriet Bauknight for Kaso designed these elegant oversized dangling chandelier Lucite clip-on
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Chandelier Earrings With Black & Aurora Borealis Crystals By Les Bernard, 1980s
By Les Bernard
Located in McKinney, TX
crystal beads - Clear crystal accents - Clip on earring backs - By Les Bernard (signed on clips
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

68.40 Carat Diamond Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These exquisite earrings are handcrafted in 14-karat white gold. It is set in 68.40 carats emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Monies Oversized Purple Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
By Monies Gerda Lynggaard
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning oversized clip-on earrings by Gerda Lyngaard for Monies. Shoulder duster dangling multi
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1990s Danish Modernist Chandelier Earrings

Pop Art Multicolor Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely Lucite dangling clip-on earrings. Geometric design with round and drop shape in emerald
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings

Pop Art Multicolor Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
Pop Art Multicolor Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
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W 1.26 in L 2.76 in
12.30 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Snow flake Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 12.30 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

12.30 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Snow flake Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 12.30 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.88 Carats Emerald 3.45 Carats Diamond 14 Karat Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 5.88 carats emerald and 3.45
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Italian Dangle Lucite Clip Earrings Orange and Champagne
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabulous Italian designer studio Lucite dangling clip-on earrings. Chandelier shape with geometric
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings

Chaumet Diamond and Pearl Drop Dangle Clip Earrings
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
"You'll look stunning every time you don these dazzling earrings from our Estate collection. Each
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20th Century French Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Miriam Haskell Pearl and Gilt Chain Chandelier Ear clips
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell signature baroque pearl and Russian Gilt long chandelier earrings. Composed of
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Vintage 1950s American Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Kaso Oversized Frosted White Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning oversized Lucite clip-on earrings designed by Harriet Bauknight for Kaso. Huge chandelier
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Sorelli Cascading Glass Sculptural Clip on Earrings Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
These wonderful and dramatic Italian vintage cascading pair of clip on earrings are composed of
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Brass

Costume Citrine Rhinestones Tassel Dangle Clip-on Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
citrine rhinestones. They have clip on backs and are not signed. The earrings measure 2.5" long by .95
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Mid-20th Century Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Costume Citrine Rhinestones Tassel Dangle Clip-on Earrings
Costume Citrine Rhinestones Tassel Dangle Clip-on Earrings
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W 0.95 in D 0.95 in L 2.5 in
Designer Jewellians Oversized Pearlized Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Impressive 1980s oversized chandelier clip-on earrings designed by Jewellians. They feature a
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1990s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Carolee Pearl/Rhinestone Chandelier Earrings
Located in Alford, MA
Dramatic, long Carolee clip-on chandelier earrings, the domed earpieces with pave rhinestones
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Late 20th Century American Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Pearl

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Chandelier Clip Earring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate chandelier clip earring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 238 antique edition and 50 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect chandelier clip earring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a chandelier clip earring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Harriet Bauknight for KASO, Ciléa and Ciner are consistently popular. A chandelier clip earring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 30, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a chandelier clip earring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Chandelier Clip Earring?

Prices for a chandelier clip earring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $110 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $381.

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 Chandelier Clip Earring
  • An ear clip is a type of mechanism of attaching earrings to your ear. These are typically omega-backs but without posts. Ear clips are perfect for women who do not have pierced ears.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Clip-on earrings may hurt your ears due to the tension that the backings apply on the lobes. If your earrings have adjustable backs, try fastening them less tightly to reduce discomfort. You can also purchase cushions that stick onto the backings to help ease pressure. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of clip-on 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 6, 2023
    French clip earrings are a type of earring with a specific backing. The design is typically characterized by an open wire clip with a hinge that swings shut to fit over the post and rest against the back of the earlobe. A benefit of the French clip is that it helps to keep earrings from bending or shifting during wear. Explore a large selection of French clip earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, clip-on earrings can stay on, provided they are in good condition. Over time, the clips on the earrings may loosen and no longer stay securely in place. Also, it's important to tighten the earrings properly to help them stay on. If you're concerned about slippage, look for clip-ons that have non-slip, padded clips. On 1stDibs, find a variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Clip-on earrings were popular during the 1950s and ’60s because many women didn't have their ears pierced but still wanted to wear earrings. During the 1930s, jewelry makers introduced new hinged closures for clip-ons that made the earrings easier to wear. As a result, more women found clip-on earrings to be appealing. Plus, the emergence of the middle class following World War II meant more women had expendable income to spend on luxuries like jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How clip-on earrings stay on comes down to their hardware. Every pair of clip-on earrings has a closure or clasp that helps to secure them in place. However, the designs vary. Options include screws, hinges, paddle backs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, many people feel that clip-on earrings are good. Clip-ons make it possible for those who don't have piercings to wear earrings every day or for special occasions. Plus, some people find clip-on earrings easier to put on and take off because they don't have to be slipped through the ear. Many antique and vintage earrings are clip-ons, so individuals who collect pieces like Victorian, Edwardian or Art Deco earrings may own several pairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Earring clips are simply called clip-on earrings or clip-ons. The first clip-on earrings were produced during the late 19th century and featured screw-back fasteners. In the 1930s, hinged clips first appeared on clip-ons, making the earrings easier to wear. As a result, clip-on earrings grew in popularity and were a major trend by the 1950s. Shop a large selection of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Sometimes, people call clip-on earrings just clip-ons. Clip-on earrings also have names that describe their type. For example, hinged clip-on earrings feature a swinging clip fastener, while paddle backs have an adjustable tension bar for added security. Screw-back clips-ons must be turned to fasten. There are also slinging spring and magnetic styles. Explore a variety of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    A clip post earring is an earring that features a backing called a French clip. It is a hinged, open wire that slides down over the post and rests against the back of the earlobe. Due to their backings, clip post earrings are less likely to rotate or shift during wear. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of French clip earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Clip-on earrings are better for some people owing to a few reasons. For starters, the earrings are undoubtedly better for you if you’d prefer not to have your ears pierced. Some people also feel that clip-ons are easier to get on and take off. In addition, those who love antique and vintage earrings will generally find that older pieces have clip closures rather than posts. (In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s.) On 1stDibs, find a large collection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, clip-on earrings are a thing. They are earrings that feature backings that allow them to be worn on the ear, so it is possible to show off a pair without having ear piercings. Instead of slipping through a hole in the ear, clip-ons may be secured by a tension bar, a hinged clasp, a screw or even magnets. Explore a wide range of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, clip-on earrings are still a thing. Some makers continue to produce earrings with clip-on backs to suit the needs of those without pierced ears or who want jewelry that is easy to put on and take off. In addition, many people continue to wear antique and vintage clip-ons. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 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 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 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.