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Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Butterfly Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage silver toned butterfly clip-on earrings embellished with purple resin
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Jewelled Butterfly Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage silver tone butterfly clip-on embellished with blue/clear crystals
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
18k Gold & Peridot Butterfly Clip-on Earrings w/ Mother-of-Pearl & Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Features a pair of earrings set with oval-cut Peridot forming the body of the butterfly
Accented by
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dorota Butterfly Clips-On Earrings In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Pearls
By Dorota
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-on earrings designed by Dorota.
Gorgeous pair of contemporary clips-on earrings, created by
Category
1990s Polish Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Guy Laroche Gilded Metal Butterfly Clip Earrings with Pink Pearl
By Guy Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Guy Laroche Paris butterfly clip-on earrings feature an oversized, dangling shape
Category
1990s French Romantic Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Large Butterfly Cubic Zirconia Clip-on Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous Large Butterfly Faux Diamond CZ Clip-on Earrings
These earrings feature top quality
Category
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage gold butterfly clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone
• vintage designer runway earrings
MEASUREMENTS
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Butterfly Shaped Clip On Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage butterfly shaped clip-on earrings embellished with multicolored crystals
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Philippe Ferrandis Half Butterfly Clip Earrings
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Gilded Metal encrusted in Swarovski Crystal and handmade glass cabochons shaped in butterfly wings
Category
1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Knot Bow Butterfly Crystals Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Knot Bow Butterfly Crystals Clip On Earrings, Gold Plated
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Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
1990's Vintage Judith Leiber Enamel Butterfly Clip Earrings
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Judith Leiber enamel butterfly ear clips with green wings and rhinestones
Category
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Chopard Happy Diamond Pave 18k White Gold Butterfly Clip Earrings
By Chopard
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Gold Butterfly Clip Earrings. Meticulously crafted, these earrings are a testament to Chopard's legacy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Knot Bow Butterfly Ribbon Mesh Woven Clip Earrings
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1958 Knot Bow Butterfly Ribbon Mesh Woven Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Multicolored Diamond Butterfly Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Butterfly earrings in black oxidized and polished 18k white gold, the body and antennae set with
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Kieselstein-Cord 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Ear Clips 1978
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly-Shaped Ear Clips Made by Kieselstein-Cord.
Total Weight: 20.2
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Yves Saint Laurent butterfly earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with enamel, representing
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamonds Rubies & 18K Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Diamonds, Ruby & 18K Gold Butterfly Earrings
Butterfly Collection... everyday wearable earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Invisible Butterfly Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
The top quality ruby which make in invisible setting. We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this kind of setting more than 40 years. The invisible is a highly tech...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous 14K Rose Gold Diamond Butterfly Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous 14K Rose Gold Diamond Butterfly Earring
This piece weighs 4.6grams, 1.35 ctw of round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18K White gold Ruby Invisible Butterfly Flower Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Invisible Butterfly Flower Earrings is the master piece that we create on a dream of butterfly
Category
20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Marie Ferra Pastel Butterfly Earrings Never Worn 1990s
Located in Wallkill, NY
up the butterfly. These are clip on's. They measure 1.23 inches w x 1.3 inches wide on your ear
Category
1990s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Chocolate Jade Butterfly Earrings
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Mint Jade Earrings
Mint Jade Cabochons
Diamonds 0.46 Carat
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Aesthetic Movement Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Gem Stone Earrings, circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
Retro styled 14 karat yellow gold earrings .The Butterfly shaped earrings feature a Round Brilliant
Category
Vintage 1940s American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Boutique Gold Diamante Butterfly Earrings Circa 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Boutique Gold Tone Butterfly Earrings With Diamante. These can also be
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Mixed Metal
H 2 in W 1.75 in D 0.15 in Dm 1.75 in L 2 in
Vintage Valentino Gold Crystal Sapphire Blue Butterfly Earrings Circa 1990s
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Valentino Gold Tone Crystal and Sapphire Blue Crystal Butterfly Earrings. These gorgeous
Category
1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Mixed Metal
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.5 in L 1.5 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Chalcedony, Diamond and Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Behold a masterpiece from Van Cleef & Arpels' iconic Butterfly Collection, a pair of earrings from
Category
Early 2000s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings, a mesmerizing
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold White Gold Butterfly Earrings with 8.508 Carat Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K Yellow Gold White Gold Butterfly Earrings with 8.508 Carat Diamonds
Diamonds - 8.508 CT
Total
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Chocolate Jade, 18K Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Chocolate Jade Butterfly Earrings
18K Gold
Natural carved jade
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Baroque Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL Butterfly Earrings Circa 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL Earrings. Butterfly Earrings with Pink and Blue Crystal
Category
Vintage 1980s French Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Mixed Metal
H 1.75 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.75 in L 1.75 in
RUCHI Sliced Diamond & Brilliant Diamond White Gold Butterfly Hoop Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
Sideway Hoop Earrings
18K White Gold.
Diamond - 3.53 Cts
Slice Diamond - 2.08 Cts
All Diamonds are
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Moonstone, Carve Jade, Ruby, Diamond Butterfly Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Moonstone 8.57 carats, Cabochon Ruby 0.16 carat, Jade 1.03 carats, Diamond 1.04 carats Earrings set
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pavé Yellow Diamond Butterfly Earrings 3.35 carat total in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Pavé Yellow Diamond Butterfly Earrings 3.35 carat total weight in 18k Yellow Gold
Diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Earrings in 18K Gold Round Marquise-Cut Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Two Butterfly earrings, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round and marquise-cut diamonds; diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black suede and clear paste 'butterfly' earrings, H De La Pensee, France, 1930s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very cute and utterly charming pair of gilt metal, and black antelope/suede earrings, in the form
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
H 0.9 in W 0.6 in D 0.2 in L 0.9 in
0.76 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Butterfly Earrings 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 0.76 carats of sparkling
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
0.76 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Butterfly Earrings 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 0.76 carats of sparkling
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Butterfly Earclips of Poured Glass. Maison Gripoix
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Maison Gripoix signature poured glass enamel butterfly ear clips of emerald and pale pink
Category
1990s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze
Burgundy Red Rose Sky Blue Pendant Clear Butterfly Elegant Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very high quality. 100% handmade. Excellent gift for lady.
Material: Resin, Alloy.
Size: 6*4.3 cm.
Weight: 9 g.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings
Long Cross Crystals Butterfly Sapphire Blue Cuff Gold Drop Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
100% handmade. Excellent gift for lady. Very high cost and quality.
Material: Alloy, Faux crystals.
Size: 5.6*2.5 cm.
Weight: 4 g/each.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
18ct Yellow Gold Amethyst, Citrine & Diamond Butterfly Clip On Earrings 9.30g
Located in Birmingham, GB
intricate design of these butterfly clip-on earrings, and let them transform your look with their enchanting
Category
Late 20th Century British Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian circa 1880 Shakudo Butterfly Clip-On Earrings
Located in London, GB
A very fine and unusual pair of Shakudo earclips circa 1880. The domed plaques are bronze inlaid with gold. They are mounted on silver gilt.
As a result of the opening up of Japan t...
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Aesthetic Movement Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Silver, Bronze, Shakudo
Yves Saint-Laurent earrings, clips 10 cm, Rock crystal butterfly, 1984
By Goossens
Located in BÈGLES, FR
Yves Saint-Laurent earrings, Rock crystal butterfly, 10 cm long
The butterfly, which is the first
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Brass
Charming Amethyst Gold Butterfly Earrings
Located in TRYON, NC
antennae. There is a post and a clip for security and stability.
These earrings match ring
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Florence Tourmaline and Tzavorite Butterfly Earrings
Located in Florence, Tuscany
The earrings are set in 18KT yellow gold embellished by 0,69 carats of diamonds and 5,67 carats of
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Jean-Paul Gaultier 1980s black butterfly earrings
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare 80s earrings from JP Gaultier. Signed Gaultier. Black butterfly clip ons.
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
1.97 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Butterfly Earrings
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Butterfly earrings in 18-karat pink gold with diamonds. The butterfly-shaped earrings have round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
2-Tone Sapphire, Diamond, and Tsavorite ‘Green Garnet’ Butterfly Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hippie-chic 2-tier 18K white gold butterfly earrings decorated with round sapphire: 1.30 carats and
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1993 YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Butterfly Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1993 YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Butterfly Earrings
Measurements:
Height
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Butterfly Rhinestone Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Butterfly Rhinestone Earrings
Measurements
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Butterfly Coral Branch Earring
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Butterfly Coral Branch Earrings
Measurements
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Paris Craft House Pink Sapphire Mother of Pearl Diamond 2-Way Butterfly Earrings
By Paris Precious Craft House
Located in Hong Kong, HK
PARIS Craft House Pink Sapphire Mother of Pearl Diamond 2-way Butterfly Earrings in 18 Karat Rose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
W 0.6 in D 0.6 in L 0.95 in
YVES SAINT LAURENT Gilt Metal, Glass Pearl Butterflies Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT gilt metal Butterflies clip-on earrings with two fantasy
Category
Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Butterfly Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage textured gold toned butterfly clip-on earrings embellished with blue
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
18k Yellow Gold Malachite Butterfly Clip On Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
touch to the intricate butterfly design. These clip-on earrings are perfect for those seeking a blend of
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Farfalle Diamond White and Yellow Gold Butterfly Clip-On Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Farfalle” earrings are crafted from 18K white and yellow gold and set with diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Farfalle Diamond White and Yellow Gold Butterfly Clip-On Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Napoli, NA
Iconic vintage Bvlgari “Farfalle” earrings are crafted from 18K white and yellow gold and set with
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Philippe Ferrandis Butterfly Clip Earrings
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Long clip-on earrings ROSA FLORA
Like a capricious, irregular, but generous nature, this
Category
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Clip-on Earrings
Dorota 18k Yellow Gold Pearl Butterfly Clip Earrings
By Dorota
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Clip earrings, each designed as an openwork 18k yellow gold butterfly wing accented by two mabe
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Knot Bow Butterfly Crystals Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
A very beautiful pair of clip on earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back.
Very excellent
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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Butterfly Clip On Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of butterfly clip on earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Our selection of items includes 40 vintage examples as well as 20 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of butterfly clip on earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Yves Saint Laurent, Van Cleef & Arpels and Bulgari each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 21 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many brilliant cut, round cut and cabochon butterfly clip on earrings for sale. Most of our butterfly clip on earrings for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much are Butterfly Clip On Earrings?
On average, butterfly clip on earrings at 1stDibs sell for $2,475, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $36,000 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 Butterfly Clip On 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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, 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, 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, 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 2, 2023Why people wear clip-on earrings varies. Some people don't want their ears pierced but love how earrings look, so they wear clip-ons. Individuals with pierced ears may also choose to wear clip-on earrings because they find particular pieces attractive. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether invisible clip-ons are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, the clear backings that define invisible clip-ons are a form of soft, flexible resin. As a result, some people prefer how they feel against the ear compared to other clip-on earrings. Another advantage of invisible clip-ons is that the backing is difficult to see, creating the illusion that a person is wearing pierced earrings. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on earrings.
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