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Tiffany & Co. 1979 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Woven Button Ear-Clip Earrings
Tiffany & Co. 1979 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Woven Button Ear-Clip Earrings

Tiffany & Co. 1979 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Woven Button Ear-Clip Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as domed round forms depicting buttons Grooved with weave motif With high polish finish Completed by hinged omega backs Stamped for 18 karat gold Signed for Tiffany & Co...

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960's Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Button Ear-Clip Earrings
1960's Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Button Ear-Clip Earrings

1960's Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Button Ear-Clip Earrings

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering round-shaped lapis lazuli cabochons measuring 17.0 x 17.0 mm Opaque ultramarine blue in color with pyrite flecking Bezel set with twisted rope surround Completed by hinged ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.50 Carat Ruby Sapphire Diamond Swirl Button Gold Clip Post Earrings
7.50 Carat Ruby Sapphire Diamond Swirl Button Gold Clip Post Earrings

7.50 Carat Ruby Sapphire Diamond Swirl Button Gold Clip Post Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Mid-Century 1950's Heavy swirl clip post earrings. These large 18k yellow gold earrings consist of

Category

Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

GRAFF Cabochon Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Button Ear Clips
GRAFF Cabochon Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Button Ear Clips

GRAFF Cabochon Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Button Ear Clips

By Graff

Located in New York, NY

GRAFF 18K Gold Cabochon Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Button Ear Clips. Approximate Diamond Weight

Category

Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cultured Button-Shaped Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cultured Button-Shaped Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cultured Button-Shaped Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Radiating timeless refinement, these ear clips feature luminous cultured button-shaped pearls, each

Category

Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Christian Dior CD Logo Button Earrings 1990s
Vintage Christian Dior CD Logo Button Earrings 1990s

Vintage Christian Dior CD Logo Button Earrings 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

high quality, gold plated metal button style clip on earrings. Measuring approx. 2.2cm and in very good

Category

20th Century More Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

3.56 Carat Round Diamond Dome Cluster Clip Post Gold Earrings
3.56 Carat Round Diamond Dome Cluster Clip Post Gold Earrings

3.56 Carat Round Diamond Dome Cluster Clip Post Gold Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Round diamond dome button style clip post earrings. Crafted out of 18k white gold. Each dome is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Chanel Vintage Blue Gripoix CC Button Motif Clip-on Earring
Chanel Vintage Blue Gripoix CC Button Motif Clip-on Earring

Chanel Vintage Blue Gripoix CC Button Motif Clip-on Earring

By Chanel

Located in Banbury, GB

Brand: Chanel Period: Approx. 1997 Stamp Date: 97A Model: Clip-On Earring

Category

1990s French Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Gold Plate

Sterling Silver Lion Enamel Choker Necklace Clip-on Earrings Bracelet
Sterling Silver Lion Enamel Choker Necklace Clip-on Earrings Bracelet

Sterling Silver Lion Enamel Choker Necklace Clip-on Earrings Bracelet

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

the design. The clip-on button earrings echo the same lion motif and enamel detailing and are fitted

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

SCHIAPARELLI Glittering Green Crystal Necklace Bracelet & Earrings c 1950
SCHIAPARELLI Glittering Green Crystal Necklace Bracelet & Earrings c 1950

SCHIAPARELLI Glittering Green Crystal Necklace Bracelet & Earrings c 1950

By Schiaparelli

Located in University City, MO

inch wide approximately The button style clip on earrings measure 1.25 inches at furthest points The

Category

Vintage 1950s American Post-War Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

MIRIAM HASKELL Pastel Graduated Crystal Necklace & Earrings Set 1960
MIRIAM HASKELL Pastel Graduated Crystal Necklace & Earrings Set 1960

MIRIAM HASKELL Pastel Graduated Crystal Necklace & Earrings Set 1960

By Miriam Haskell

Located in University City, MO

MIRIAM HASKELL Pastel multi-strand crystal necklace & clip on button earrings c 1960 The chocker

Category

Vintage 1960s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Brass

LANVIN Paris Rare Mod Large Scale Resin Pendant Necklace & Earrings c 1970s
LANVIN Paris Rare Mod Large Scale Resin Pendant Necklace & Earrings c 1970s

LANVIN Paris Rare Mod Large Scale Resin Pendant Necklace & Earrings c 1970s

By Lanvin Paris

Located in University City, MO

metal snake style chain The large scale rectangular pendant and circular button clip on earrings are

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Peridot and Olivine Austrian Crystal Cluster Button Clip Earrings
Peridot and Olivine Austrian Crystal Cluster Button Clip Earrings

Peridot and Olivine Austrian Crystal Cluster Button Clip Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Our peridot and olivine Austrian crystal cluster button earrings will become one of the "go to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage 18K Gold Pink Angel Skin Coral Button Clip Earrings
Vintage 18K Gold Pink Angel Skin Coral Button Clip Earrings

Vintage 18K Gold Pink Angel Skin Coral Button Clip Earrings

Located in Versailles, FR

coral earrings recall us that spring is not very far anymore! The earrings, which feature round pink

Category

20th Century Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Diamond Neiman Marcus Button Yellow Gold Earrings
Diamond Neiman Marcus Button Yellow Gold Earrings

Diamond Neiman Marcus Button Yellow Gold Earrings

By Neiman Marcus

Located in DALLAS, TX

Neiman Marcus 14 carat yellow gold button clip earrings with 1.00ctw round diamonds. 15.5dwt

Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Smoked Topaz and White Opal Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Clip Earrings
Smoked Topaz and White Opal Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Clip Earrings

Smoked Topaz and White Opal Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Clip Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Classic "Art Deco" cluster button clip earrings set with light Colorado topaz and white opal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Post-War Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Smoked Topaz Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Earrings
Smoked Topaz Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Earrings

Smoked Topaz Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Classic and dramatic cluster button, clip earrings featuring vintage Swarovski smoked topaz and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Post-War Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Stunning Button Pearl Clip Earrings
Stunning Button Pearl Clip Earrings

Stunning Button Pearl Clip Earrings

By Helen Ringus

Located in TRYON, NC

Gorgeous peachy-beige large button earrings with omega clip backs. Great for office wear, easily

Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Knot Button Clip-On Earrings
Hermes Knot Button Clip-On Earrings

Hermes Knot Button Clip-On Earrings

By Hermès

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Vintage Hermes clip-on earrings featuring knotted leather button look design in gold-tone metal.

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Dior Vintage Logo Button Clip On Earrings
Dior Vintage Logo Button Clip On Earrings

Dior Vintage Logo Button Clip On Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

COLOR: Neutrals MATERIAL: Plastic/leather DROP: 3” COMES WITH: Box CONDITION: Excellent - like new. Never used with original packaging.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

Clear Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Rhodium Clip Earrings
Clear Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Rhodium Clip Earrings

Clear Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Rhodium Clip Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

cluster clip earrings. These earrings are perfect to wear from daytime into evening no matter the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium

Clear Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Japanned Clip Earrings
Clear Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Japanned Clip Earrings

Clear Austrian Crystal Button Cluster Japanned Clip Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Our classic clear Austrian crystal vintage 1960's Swarovski button cluster earrings are a perfect

Category

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

Materials

Crystal, Mixed Metal

Trifari Pink Aurora Borealis Shoe Button Clip On Earrings
Trifari Pink Aurora Borealis Shoe Button Clip On Earrings

Trifari Pink Aurora Borealis Shoe Button Clip On Earrings

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Wondrous 1940s version of these classic Trifari shoe button earrings with period 1940s armature

Category

Vintage 1940s American Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Logo Button Earrings
Chanel Logo Button Earrings

Chanel Logo Button Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, DU

These elegant and luxurious Chanel Logo Button Earrings will add a touch of refinement to any look

Category

1990s European Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Vintage Quilted Button Chanel Earrings
Vintage Quilted Button Chanel Earrings

Vintage Quilted Button Chanel Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, DU

A stunning pair of the ever-popular and highly sought-after quilted button Chanel earrings from the

Category

Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Tiffany & Co Gold Button Earrings
Tiffany & Co Gold Button Earrings

Tiffany & Co Gold Button Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of Tiffany & Co button earrings in 18k gold. Earrings are 26mm in diameter. Weight - 33.8

Category

1990s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Chanel Pink Logo Button Earrings
Chanel Pink Logo Button Earrings

Chanel Pink Logo Button Earrings

Located in San Diego, CA

Make a statement in these Chanel pink logo earrings! These earrings feature the iconic Chanel logo

Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Vintage Black Button Earrings
Chanel Vintage Black Button Earrings

Chanel Vintage Black Button Earrings

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

trim of the Chanel vintage black button earrings will top off your black-gold look impeccably, the way

Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Vintage Season 26 Button Earrings
Chanel Vintage Season 26 Button Earrings

Chanel Vintage Season 26 Button Earrings

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Finish any look with the big, bold yellow gold statement of the vintage Chanel Season 26 button

Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Button Earrings
Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Button Earrings

Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Button Earrings

Located in Blowing Rock, NC

A gorgeous pair of 18kt yellow gold, platinum, and diamond earrings. Earrings are set with 72 round

Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond, Amethyst and Rose Gold Button Earrings

Diamond, Amethyst and Rose Gold Button Earrings

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

This beautiful pair of button earrings is crafted in 18K Rose Gold. It is embellished with two

Category

Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Large Button Earrings
18 Karat Gold and Diamond Large Button Earrings

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Large Button Earrings

Located in Pikesville, MD

Simply exquisite slightly oval shaped button clip-on earrings featuring 4.65 carats of high quality

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Geometric Button Earrings
Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Geometric Button Earrings

Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Geometric Button Earrings

Located in Pikesville, MD

diamond button style geometric octagon earrings. Earrings have an approximate total weight of 1.80 carats

Category

1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Large Button Earrings
18 Karat Gold and Diamond Large Button Earrings

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Large Button Earrings

Located in Pikesville, MD

Well made, solid and substantial 18 karat yellow gold large rectangular button arrings featuring

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marilyn Cooperman !8K Yellow Gold & Antique Button Earrings
Marilyn Cooperman !8K Yellow Gold & Antique Button Earrings

Marilyn Cooperman !8K Yellow Gold & Antique Button Earrings

By Marilyn F. Cooperman

Located in Toronto, ON

Beautiful antique button earrings from Marilyn Cooperman, finished with hand details.

Category

American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Chanel 1984 Faux Baroque Pearl Button Earrings
Vintage Chanel 1984 Faux Baroque Pearl Button Earrings

Vintage Chanel 1984 Faux Baroque Pearl Button Earrings

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

These vintage Chanel faux pearl clip-on earrings date back from 1984. The design has a large Chanel

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

18 Karat Mabe Pearl and Diamond Large Button Earrings
18 Karat Mabe Pearl and Diamond Large Button Earrings

18 Karat Mabe Pearl and Diamond Large Button Earrings

Located in Pikesville, MD

Very well made, substantial 18 karat yellow gold button clip-on earrings featuring 17mm smooth mabe

Category

1990s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Elegant Multi blue vintage Swarovki crystal cluster button earrings
Elegant Multi blue vintage Swarovki crystal cluster button earrings

Elegant Multi blue vintage Swarovki crystal cluster button earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Elegant and versitile multi blue vintage Swarovski crystal cluster button earrings featuring four

Category

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

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium

Sorab & Roshi Coral Button Earrings with Pave Diamond Bow

Sorab & Roshi Coral Button Earrings with Pave Diamond Bow

By Sorab & Roshi

Located in Greenwich, CT

coral button earrings with pave diamond bow & detachable tahitian pearl & diamond drops. Signed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Swarovski Opaque Rose and Aurora Borealis Cluster Button Earrings
Vintage Swarovski Opaque Rose and Aurora Borealis Cluster Button Earrings

Vintage Swarovski Opaque Rose and Aurora Borealis Cluster Button Earrings

By Alan Anderson

Located in Toronto, CA

Button earrings are always a "classic choice" to wear anytime day or night! Our classic vintage

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Sorab & Roshi Black Onyx Button Earrings with Faceted Amethyst Center
Sorab & Roshi Black Onyx Button Earrings with Faceted Amethyst Center

Sorab & Roshi Black Onyx Button Earrings with Faceted Amethyst Center

By Sorab & Roshi

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair of 20mm rounded black Onyx button clip-on Earrings with a faceted round Amethyst center. Set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Charles Turi 18 Karat Pearl, Onyx and Diamond Button Earrings
Charles Turi 18 Karat Pearl, Onyx and Diamond Button Earrings

Charles Turi 18 Karat Pearl, Onyx and Diamond Button Earrings

By Charles Turi

Located in Pikesville, MD

Art Deco inspired 18 karat yellow and white gold button earring featuring octagonal black onyx

Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat, Mabe Pearl and Diamond Large Floral Button Earrings
18 Karat, Mabe Pearl and Diamond Large Floral Button Earrings

18 Karat, Mabe Pearl and Diamond Large Floral Button Earrings

Located in Pikesville, MD

Sophisticated and beautiful acid washed 18 karat yellow gold large floral shaped button style

Category

1990s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

24K Gold Handcrafted Sun Burst Open Work Solitaire Button Earrings with Diamonds
24K Gold Handcrafted Sun Burst Open Work Solitaire Button Earrings with Diamonds

24K Gold Handcrafted Sun Burst Open Work Solitaire Button Earrings with Diamonds

By Serhat Design

Located in Istanbul, Fatih

24K Gold Handcrafted Sun Burst Open Work Solitaire Button Earrings with Diamonds Gold weight

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 24k Gold

14.17 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Button Yellow and White Gold Earrings
14.17 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Button Yellow and White Gold Earrings

14.17 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Button Yellow and White Gold Earrings

Located in Naples, FL

18k two tone gold sapphire and diamond Cabochon button earrings. The diamonds weigh approximately

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal

1960s Coral Diamond Button Earclips
1960s Coral Diamond Button Earclips

1960s Coral Diamond Button Earclips

Located in New York, NY

Each Coral Button set in the center with an Old-Miner and framed by an 18K Gold border

Category

20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral

Cultured Pearl Diamond Platinum Button Earclips
Cultured Pearl Diamond Platinum Button Earclips

Cultured Pearl Diamond Platinum Button Earclips

Located in New York, NY

Stylish button shapes, centering 9mm silver cultured pearls of fine lustre, atop circular-cut

Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Verdura Cultured Pearl Gold Button Earclips
Verdura Cultured Pearl Gold Button Earclips

Verdura Cultured Pearl Gold Button Earclips

By Verdura

Located in New York, NY

pegs, all mounted in 18kt white gold, omega clip backs, signed Verdura, stamped 750, measuring

Category

Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Buccellati Two-Tone Gold Button Earclips
Buccellati Two-Tone Gold Button Earclips

Buccellati Two-Tone Gold Button Earclips

By Buccellati

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Earclips by M. Buccellati • Signed M. Buccellati, stamped 750 • Measuring 7/8 by 7/8 inch, 13.3 grams

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gerard Yosca Crystal Earrings

Gerard Yosca Crystal Earrings

By Gerard Yosca

Located in Sydney, NSW

Beautiful button style clip on earrings, Centre stone in Honey Yellow surrounded with Oval crystals

Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal, Gold Plate

Chanel Round Gold Pearl CC Button Clip On Earrings
Chanel Round Gold Pearl CC Button Clip On Earrings

Chanel Round Gold Pearl CC Button Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Color: Gold tone Material: Metal & pearl Marks: 94 [logo] A Year: 1994 vintage Clasp Style: clip

Category

1990s French Stud Earrings

Karl Lagerfeld vintage hoop earrings
Karl Lagerfeld vintage hoop earrings

Karl Lagerfeld vintage hoop earrings

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld goldplated button hoop earrings. Clip-ons.

Category

Vintage 1980s Hoop Earrings

Christian Dior Logo Button Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Logo Button Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Logo Button Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Christian Dior LOGO BUTTON CLIP EARRINGS ITEM CONDITION Excellent XUPES REFERENCE AAJ009

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Button Clip Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of button clip earrings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 290 vintage editions and 55 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of button clip earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Chanel, Buccellati and Bijoux Num each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 49, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, oval cut and cabochon button clip earrings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of button clip earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Button Clip Earrings?

On average, button clip earrings at 1stDibs sell for $825, while they’re typically $78 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clip-on-earrings for You

Crafted to match every color palette, mood or whim, a luxurious pair of vintage clip-on earrings, like any pair of earrings, goes a long way toward completing a look and contributing to the rich form of self-expression that is accessorizing with your favorite jewelry.

Everyone loves a glamorous pair of earrings, but not everyone wants their ears pierced. That’s where a dazzling pair of clip-ons comes in.

Wearing earrings goes back thousands of years, but ear piercing didn’t really become popular in the United States until the 1950s and ’60s. Over the years, jewelry designers have endeavored to create all kinds of clip-on earrings to provide jewelry lovers with a way to express themselves by wearing their favorite adornments without having to undergo the piercing process.

Whether it’s the extravagant diamond clip-on drop earrings or chandelier earrings that flappers donned during Art Deco’s heyday — short hair was in style during the era, so women favored big, bold earrings — or if subdued pearl earrings, platinum earrings (a particularly versatile choice) or a contemporary variety is your thing, clip-on earrings have been made in all kinds of styles over the years.

Clip-on earrings continue to be a comfortable alternative to the traditional iteration, and these accessories are as stylish and adaptable to both casual and formal wear as they’ve ever been.

Explore a vast range of vintage clip-on earrings on 1stDibs now, and find the perfect pair for any ensemble. Our collection includes striking clip-on earrings by David Webb, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and others.

Questions About Button Clip Earrings
  • 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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
    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 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 1, 2023
    No, clip-on earrings don't need piercings. In fact, a big part of the appeal of clip-on earrings is that they allow anyone to dress up their ears with jewelry, even if they haven't had their lobes pierced. Clip-ons are available with many styles of fasteners, including screw backs, clear invisible backs, cuffs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    To comfortably wear clip-on earrings, first be sure to adjust them properly. Apply enough tension to hold the earrings in place without squeezing your ears. If you still find the pressure to be uncomfortable, consider adding flexible resin pads to the clips. Some clip-ons even come with these pads already in place for added cushioning. Explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To get clip-on earrings to stay on, first ensure that they're in good condition. If the fasteners are loose, take them to an expert jewelry repairer to have them tightened. Many types of clip-on earrings need to be adjusted for tightness once in place. You may need to push on a tensioner or twist a screw to tighten them. You may also want to consider adding non-slip grips to the clips for added security. Explore a collection of clip-on earrings 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Why 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.