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What is a screw back earring?
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A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 24, 2021
A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Wiwen Nilsson a Pair of Screw Earrings, Sterling Silver, Lund, Sweden 1941-1956
By Wiwen Nilsson
Located in bronshoj, DK
Wiwen NILSSON, a pair of screw earrings, sterling silver, Lund, Sweden 1941-1956.
Measures 2 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Wiwen Nilsson, a Pair of Screw Earrings, Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Wiwen Nilsson, a pair of screw earrings, sterling silver, Lund, Sweden, 1941-1956.
Measures: 2 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
BOGOFF signed vintage silver tone sapphire rhinestone designer screw earrings
By Henry Bogoff
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed BOGOFF
• silver tone with glass stones
• vintage designer screw back earrings
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Federalist 7.50mm Vintage Pearl Functional Lobe Screw Earrings 14kt gold 12598
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
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iconic federalist style
depicts rope twist ''u'' bar symbolism
15mm
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2.4 Carats Brilliant Cut Diamonds Hoop 18k White Gold Screw Earrings
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BOGOFF signed vintage silver tone ruby pink rhinestone designer screw earrings
By Henry Bogoff
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed BOGOFF
• silver tone with glass stones
• vintage designer screw back earrings
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
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