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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
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Federalist 7.50mm Vintage Pearl Functional Lobe Screw Earrings 14kt gold 12598
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
7.50mm vintage pearl earrings
iconic federalist style
depicts rope twist ''u'' bar symbolism
15mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
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
Diamond Encrusted Platinum & Turquoise Cork Screw Earrings 3 1/2 Inches Long
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This impressive pair of platinum earrings with diamond encrusted "corkscrew" design tops, support
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
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Column Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classy cuff bangle bracelet, showcasing gold columns pieced together. Crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Cuff Bracelets
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 4.70 Carat French Cut Ruby & Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant bangle bracelet showcasing a row of french-cut rubies totaling 4.70 carats, framed by two rows of round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.88 carats. All stones are set in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 5.82 Carats Total Mixed-Cut Diamond Halo Fashion Bracelet
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish fashion bracelet showcasing mixed-cut diamonds with a total weight of 3.86 carats, each framed by a halo of round-cut diamonds and separated by four round brilliant-cut dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ref 6517 1970’s Rolex Date Wristwatch in Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1970’s Rolex Date watch is a timeless classic, crafted from 18k yellow gold. It features a 26mm case, a sleek black dial, and is fitted with the Jubilee bracelet.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 0.52 Carat Mixed-Cut Three-Stone Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous three-stone pendant necklace showcases cushion, marquise, and round brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.52 carats. Measures 18 inches in length. Finely made...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 4.45 Carats Total Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band in Platinum
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classy and stunning wedding band featuring 24 alternating emerald-cut green emeralds 2.12 carats total and emerald-cut white diamonds 2.33 carats total. Set in a shared prong sett...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Carved Oval Turquoise Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique fashion necklace, featuring five carved oval turquoises set in a station-style placement along a woven 14k yellow gold chain. Each stone is finished with intricat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Rope Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
