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Andreoli Diamond Yellow Sapphire Clip Earrings 18 Karat Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Diamond Yellow Sapphire Clip Earrings 18 Karat Gold . These earrings feature 9.14 carat of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Wh...
Bulgari Emerald and Sapphire Clip Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These 18K gold, emerald, sapphire and diamond clip earrings by Bulgari date from the 1980s
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Sapphire Flower Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage Cartier sapphire flower clip earrings, circa 1940. These Cartier clip earrings are crafted
Category
Vintage 1940s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Cabochon Sapphire Earring Clips
Located in New York, NY
Royal like earrings featuring beautiful cabochon sapphires and Diamonds stunningly set in 14k Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire
Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful clip on earrings finely crafted in platinum.
The diamond weighs an approximate total of
Category
Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1930s Diamond and Sapphire Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful heart like shaped clip on earrings are finely crafted in platinum. The diamonds weigh a
Category
Vintage 1930s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
French Diamond and Sapphire Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, sapphire and 18K white gold winged French-made clip on earrings, circa 1960's, are
Category
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Andreoli Pink Sapphire Titanium Flower Clip-On Earrings
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Pink Sapphire Titanium Flower Clip On Earrings
Andreoli was one of the first jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Titanium
Two-Tone Gold Sapphire Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Flower-Shaped Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Clip-on Earrings. Four
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Diamond Earrings Cocktail Large Floral Earrings 18kt White Gold Clips
Located in Jupiter, FL
ears or not. These earrings are made in 18KT white gold with natural sapphires and diamonds. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Yellow Sapphire Clip-On Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The sapphire and pearl earrings feature two 13.5mm South Sea pearls from the waters of Northwestern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ella Gafter Yellow Sapphire Golden Pearl Clip-On Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
2 faceted oval cut yellow sapphires of brilliant color (8.95 carats).
The earrings are entirely hand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mellerio sapphire and ruby clip earrings, French, circa 1940.
By Mellerio
Located in London, GB
Mellerio sapphire and ruby clip earrings. A matching pair, each set with seven round old cut
Category
Vintage 1940s European Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb Extraordinary Sapphire and Diamond Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
this pair of earrings is no exception. We would say it is more on a "classic" side, where the sapphires
Category
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Contemporary Sculptural Clip-on Earrings with Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Hortensia clip-on Sculptural earrings are in 18 karat yellow gold with round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden Sapphire and Diamond Clip Earrings in 18 Karat
By Gemlok
Located in Wailea, HI
Golden Sapphire and Diamond Clip Earrings in 18k
Two Matched Golden Sapphires weighing 5.20 carats
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Kutchinsky 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Clip Earrings
By Kutchinsky
Located in London, GB
A pair of Kutchinsky 18 karat yellow gold sapphire and diamond clip earrings
A fantastic statement
Category
Vintage 1960s British Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.36 in D 0.28 in L 0.44 in
Vintage 1990s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These impressive 1990s clip on earrings are fine quality set with sapphires and very well color matched
Category
20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Clip-On Earrings with Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary clip-on earrings feature natural sapphires (octagon cut) and belong to the Tea
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Other, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, ...
RUCHI Baguette-Cut Blue Sapphire White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
Blue Sapphire: 14.03ct total weight.
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Florentine Renaissance Clips Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold Ruby & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
, Italy back in the 1930's. This beautiful clips-earrings has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Renaissance Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 0.79 in
Diamond Sapphire Rose Gold 18 Karat Chic Clip-On Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
188-RND-1.04-G/SI1A
Diamond 72-RND-0.47-G/SI1A
Diamond 2-RND-0.13-G/SI1A
Sapphire 304-13.08ct
GOLD 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Golden Orange Sapphire 18 Karat yellow Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Big and festive bold in design, these 18k yellow gold Flower clip-on earrings
feature 13.20
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1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
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W 1.19 in D 0.44 in L 1.19 in
Rossella Ugolini 18K Gold Sapphires Diamonds Stud Clip-On Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Rossella Ugolini clip-on stud earrings, crafted from luxurious 18K yellow gold adorned
Category
2010s Italian Classical Roman Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond Sapphire Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Gold Clip-On-Earrings
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These colourful clip-on-earrings are designed as stylized flowers with a large lapis lazuli
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold
C. Krypell Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Charles Krypell
Located in Miami, FL
1980's vintage Elegant Designer Charles Krypell diamond and sapphire earrings for pierced ears
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Clip-On Diamonds and Sapphire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The earrings is finely crafted in 14k white gold with diamonds weighing approximately 1.50 carat
Category
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold Victorian Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
18 Karat Gold Victorian Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
This earrings made in 18k
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
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W 0.79 in L 0.91 in
3.76 Carat Sapphire, White Gold and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18 kt., 2 pear-shaped sapphires ap. 3.75 cts., 86 round diamonds ap. 2.45 cts., ap. 8.2 dwts
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Impressive Amethyst Diamond Pink Sapphire 18 Karat Clip-On Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Earrings 18K
Diamond 136-Round 57-1,96-4/5A
Amethyst 2-Oval-47,25 1/1A
Pink Sapphire 140-Round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Multicolor Natural Sapphire and Diamond Halo Cluster Clip on Earrings White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We simply adore these modern clip on earrings bursting with color! The perfectly playful style adds
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sa...
Dm 0.83 in L 1.19 in
RUCHI Multi-Colored Pavé Sapphire White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold.
Multicolor Sapphire: 7.34ct total weight.
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Estate Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Mystery Set Clip-On Statement Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Sapphire Statement Clip-On Earrings, Channel-Set Flair Design.
Masterfully set within their gleaming
Category
Vintage 1980s Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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W 0.6 in L 1.19 in
18K Gold Black Rhodium Sapphire Diamond 3ct Cluster Clip-On Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
clip backs. Hallmarked with metal content.
Earrings Specifications
Brand: Unbranded
Style: Cluster
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Go...
18 Karat White Gold Invisible Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18 Karat White Gold invisible Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
We use the top quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Clip on Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
illuminating diamonds making a statement.
Square cut blue sapphire earrings in 18K gold. Embrace your look
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings with Diamonds and Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary 18 karat yellow gold Hortensia cocktail clip-on earrings are encrusted with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold,...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary 18 karat yellow gold Hortensia clip-on earrings are encrusted with round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold,...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Clip-On Earrings with Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These elegant earrings with octagon-cut dark sapphires are part of the Tea collection, which was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Other, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Gorgeous "Bulgary style" earrings featuring captivating blue cabochon sapphires and pear-shaped
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Pink Sapphire and Emerald Rose Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire: 7.74ct total weight.
Emerald: 1.92ct total weight.
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White Gold Clip-on Dangle Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary Snowflower spring floral clip-on dangle earrings are in 18 karat white gold with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose G...
White Gold Contemporary Clip-On Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal spring floral clip-on dangle earrings are in 18 karat white gold with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose G...
Yellow Gold Transformer Clip-On Earrings with Five Carats Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop clip-on earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, Quartz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White G...
Charles Krypell 18KT Gold, Baguette Diamond Emerald & Sapphire Knot Clip Earring
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
sapphires, which come together in a beautiful knot design. Clip on earrings.
Blue Sapphires: 3.10Ct
Category
1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold
Estate Platinum Ceylon Sapphire, Round, and Baguette Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate platinum ceylon sapphire, round, and baguette diamond clip on earrings. Showcasing two
Category
20th Century Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1980s Diamond Sapphire 18K White Gold Spring Flower Clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These Stylish 18K White Gold, Pave Diamond & Sapphire Earrings were
inspired by a five-petal
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Fantasie Earrings Ear Clips 14 Karat White Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful and unique Fantasie Earrings Ear Clips 14 Karat White Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pear Shape Sapphire and Diamond Clip Earrings
By Faraone
Located in Chicago, IL
Faraone, 18K yellow gold pear shape clip earrings set with 2 pear shape blue sapphires weighing 5
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1920s 1.80 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Snowflake French Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
earrings feature 0.2 carat old mine and lozenge cut sapphires along with 1.80 carat old miner cut diamonds
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Wrap Earrings, Clip on
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned pair of 18K yellow gold ruby, sapphire and diamond earrings. Each showstopping earring is
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andreoli Yellow Sapphire Diamond Citrine Clip-On Earrings 18 Karat Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Yellow Sapphire Diamond Citrine Cocktail Earrings 18k Gold
these Andreoli earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Flowers, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Vintage Retrò Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS.
Very beautiful and elegant vintage/retrò clip-on earrings
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Blue Sapphire Starfish on the Rocks Clip-on Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
. Glistering blue sapphires serve as the rock and provide the rocky texture and the color of waves. 18k white
Category
Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.8 in D 0.43 in L 0.9 in
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Sapphire Clip On Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Sapphire Clip On Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Red Ruby Square
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Luxurious Gold Clip-On Earrings With Diamonds, Emerald and Cabochon Sapphire
Located in Antwerp, BE
Luxurious Gold Earrings With Diamonds, Emerald & Cabochon Sapphire, Can be purchased with a
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20th Century Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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H 0.78 in W 0.6 in L 0.82 in
12.50 Carat Yellow Sapphire Rhodolite White Diamond Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold with 18K Yellow Gold Clips.
These Earrings have 0.14
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k...
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W 0.44 in L 1.97 in
Bochic “Capri” Multi Color Sapphire Clip on Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi Color Sapphire Clip on Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Multi color round
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold,...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Modern Style Clip-on Earrings with Natural Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold and encrusted with 10 round diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold,...
W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.58 in
Vintage silver sapphire glass designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• silver tone with glass
• vintage designer clip on earrings
MEASUREMENTS
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Sapphire Clip Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of sapphire clip earrings 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. Find a collection of 1398 vintage versions or 1096 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. contemporary and modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to sapphire clip earrings. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, David Webb and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 1610 sapphire versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut sapphire clip earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cabochon alternatives. Most of our sapphire clip earrings for sale are for women, but there are 488 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much are Sapphire Clip Earrings?
Prices for sapphire clip earrings start at $76 and top out at $2,500,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $7,143.
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 Sapphire Clip Earrings
- What is an ear clip?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021An 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, 2023Clip-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, 2023No, 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.
- What are French clip earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023French 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.
- Do clip on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Clip-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.
- How do clip-on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How 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.
- Are clip-on earrings any good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, 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.
- What are earring clips called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Earring 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, 2023Sometimes, 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.
- What is a clip post earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023A 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, 2023A 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.
- Why are clip-on earrings better?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Clip-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.
- Are clip-on earrings a thing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023How 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Most 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, 2023Whether 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, 2023To 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.
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