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10.00ctw Citrine, 2.70ctw Diamond, Onyx 18K Ear Clips
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chic, bold and fine pair of beautifully designed and crafted richly colored large citrine , onyx
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Ear Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold ear clips set with145 full cut round diamonds weighing 5.48cts F-G color, VS
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asch Grossbardt 14 Karat Gold, Diamond, Black Onyx and Mother-of-Pearl Ear Clips
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Asch Grossbardt, 14K yellow gold ear clips, set with 28 full cut round diamonds weighing .56cts, GH
Category

1990s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Other, 14k Gold

1.80ctw VS1-VS2/G-H Diamond, Black Onyx and yellow gold 18K Ear Clips
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handsome and chic large clip earrings in a timeless and simple style which frame the face
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Diamond & Onyx Koala Clip On Earrings
Located in London, GB
An adorable pair of vintage koala bear yellow and white diamond and onyx stud earrings in 18 karat
Category

Vintage 1980s British Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina B Diamond, Gem Stone Ear Clips
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
shapes enhanced with round brilliant cut diamonds, onyx, and smokey quartz.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Earings set with onyx and mother-of-pearl 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with onyx and mother-of-pearl Detailed description: the
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold, Diamond & Onyx Clip-on Leaf Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Large Leaf form earings , pave set with Diamonds. Approximately 8.5/9 cts of clean, full
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold, Diamond & Onyx Clip-on Leaf Earrings
18kt Yellow Gold, Diamond & Onyx Clip-on Leaf Earrings
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W 1 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.5 in
Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage pair of Jadeite jade carving ear clips with onyx. The jade carvings are natural and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
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W 0.79 in L 0.94 in
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Black Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These iconic rare Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings from the Magic Alhambra collection are
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1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Inlaid Black Onyx Mother of Pearl & Diamond Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Onyx - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Pure Black Color (4) Genuine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Black Onyx Cabochon Clip-On Stud Earrings Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of black onyx cabochon clip-on earrings set in 18k yellow gold. Each earring
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gump's Pearls Cocktail Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Onyx
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in Miami, FL
Clip on earrings designed by Gumps. Gorgeous vintage cocktail clip on earrings, created by the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Turi Stepped Skyscraper Clip Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With Carved Onyx
By Charles Turi
Located in Miami, FL
clips. The optional posts for pierced ears can be easily added. They are mounted, with four stepped
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Pearl 0.50 Carat White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Earrings have also Onyx and 44.00 Carats of Australian Pearls. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, 14k...

Art Deco Style White Diamonds Handcut Onyx White Gold Clip-On Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Handcut Onyx. These Earrings are inspired by Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Modernist Sculptural Onyx Clip on Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold 4.68 Cts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
post (Removable) for pierced ears and comfortable French omega backs for fastening clips, Diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Handcut Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This pair of Earrings is made in 14K Yellow Gold with French Clips. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Handcut Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This pair of Earrings is made in 14K Yellow Gold with French Clips. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Handcut Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This pair of Earrings is made in 14K Yellow Gold with French Clips. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Emerald White Diamond Handcut Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This pair of Earrings is made in 14K Yellow Gold with French Clips. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Handcut Onyx Emerald Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This pair of Earrings is made in 14K Yellow Gold with French Clips. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Roma Pyramid Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 36 Ctw Carved Black Onyx
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
omega backs for fastening clips. Black Onyx: Mount in bezel settings, with 2 squared sugarloaf
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 1.00 Carat White Diamonds Onyx White Gold Clip-On Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Modern Round Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Onyx. These Earrings are inspired by Art Deco. All
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Red Coral Onyx White Diamond Yellow Gold Dangle Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Onyx. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change the closure and make any of our
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Chrysoprase Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Earrings have Cabochon Cut Onyx. These Earrings are available also with Peach or Red Mediterranean
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophisticated 1980s Citrine Onyx Earclips
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14k yellow gold ear clips measuring 1 1/8 inches from edge to edge. A bold combination of citrine
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Onyx 14K Yellow Gold Earrings, 1970
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Onyx 14K Yellow Gold Earrings, 1970 Onyx Earrings with 14K Yellow Gold. Super stylish, a true 1970
Category

Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Earrings set with onyx 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ear clips set with onyx detailed description: the top of the ear clip is 2.0 cm
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Earrings set with onyx 18k white gold
Earrings set with onyx 18k white gold
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W 0.63 in L 1.11 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Onyx And Diamond Ear-clips By Van Cleef and Arpels. Set In 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Consisting Of
Category

1990s French Romantic Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Earrings
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H 1.5 in W 0.75 in
1970s, Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine pair of 0.45 carat diamond and black onyx, 14 karat yellow gold clip on earrings; part of
Category

20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pelouse Diamond Onyx Bombe Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
mini on-the-ear clips by Van Cleef & Arpels exhibiting a design emblematic of the Maison: the domed
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Earrings set with onyx and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with onyx and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.20ct - G/H - VS/SI
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire, Diamond, and Onyx Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
18K Yellow Gold. The earrings are clip-on style for non-pierced ears; posts can be added for a fee
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Rubrum Coral Diamond Onyx Disks Titanium Gold Earrings
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
Stylish earclips designed and handcrafted in Margherita Burgener family workshop, Italy. Round onyx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Titanium, Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Mother-of-pearl Dome Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of stylish dome-shaped earrings by Tiffany. 18K yellow gold, onyx and mother-of-pearl
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Onyx Flower Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
yellow gold which look fantastic once on the ear and contrast brilliantly against the black onyx. Both
Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Mother of Pearl and Onyx Feather Motif Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
fits the ear and face beautifully.
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Large Mabe Pearl Diamond & Black Onyx Frame Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Grams Backing: Clip On Closures (Pierced ears are NOT required.) Overall Diameter: 30.1mm (1.1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

1970s Black Jade t Tear Drop Clip-On 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Wear this chic and fashionable Vintage 1970s Black Jade 18K Gold Polka Dot Tear Drop Clip Earrings
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Inlaid Black Onyx & Mother of Pearl Checkerboard Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Black Onyx & Mother of Pearl - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aldo Cipullo for Cartier 18 Karat Gold Carnelian Onyx Earrings, 1974
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Zurich, CH
. Geometrically designed ear clips each consisting of a deep red carnelian disc decorated with a trio of onyx
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Large Black Onyx & Coral w/ Diamond Ribbon Bow Climber Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 23.94 Grams Backing: Clip-On Closures (Pierced ears are NOT required. Posts can be added if desired
Category

Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 1980's Geometric Black and White Clip-On Disc Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
perfect button shape clips snugly to the ear, filling the lobe with effortless style. Metal: 18K Yellow
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Vintage 1980s German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.25
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.38
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx White Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Coral and Onyx. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change the closure and make any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 1974 Aldo Cipullo Geometric Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With Onyx & Coral
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of ear-clips designed by Aldo Cipullo (1936-1984) for Cartier. Incredible sculptural pair of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1974 Aldo Cipullo Sculptural Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With Onyx & Coral
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of ear-clips designed by Aldo Cipullo (1936-1984) for Cartier. Fabulous sculptural pair of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
(Sardinia, Italy) Coral. These Earrings have also Onyx. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx White Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Onyx. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change the closure and make any of our
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.16
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.20
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seaman Schepps Crystal Onyx Diamond Convertible Earrings
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
detachable on-the-ear clips by Seaman Schepps comprising reeded rock crystals and fluted onyx, embellished
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Pansy Earrings by Tiffany & Co.
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Zurich, CH
inlaid mother of pearl petals centering on an onyx pistil. The earrings are completed by clip backs and
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold with 18K Yellow Gold Clips
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx White Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Onyx. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can change the closure and make any of our
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mediterranean Red Coral 0.95 Carat White Diamond Onyx White Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K White Gold with 18K White Gold
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx White Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
, Italy) Coral. These Earrings have also Onyx. All our Earrings have pins for pierced ears but we can
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. These Clip-On Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold with 18K Yellow Gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Onyx Ear Clips For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of onyx ear clips for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 103 vintage examples as well as 17 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of onyx ear clips bearing Art Deco or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Luigi Ferrara, Tiffany & Co. and Marina B are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but onyx versions, from our inventory of 69, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut onyx ear clips and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our onyx ear clips for sale are for women, but there are 23 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Onyx Ear Clips?

On average, onyx ear clips at 1stDibs sell for $5,475, while they’re typically $873 on the low end and $250,000 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 Onyx Ear Clips
  • 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.