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Rare Chanel 1989 cameo clip on earrings
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Extremely Rare Chanel 1989 runway large cameo clip on earrings 24k gold plated very good condition
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Christian Lacroix Greek Roman Cameo Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Greek Roman Cameo Earrings by Christian Lacroix Perfect condition clip-on earrings with a gold
Category
1990s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Zoe Coste Clip Earrings Red Glass Victorian Cameo
Located in Atlanta, GA
These thrilling Zoe Coste for Reminiscence gilt metal clip-on earrings feature gorgeous Victorian
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vtg silver tone blue faux cameo clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• silver tone
• vintage clip on earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1" by 0.75
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Vintage gold cameo enamel rhinestones designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with enamel and rhinestones
• vintage designer clip on earrings
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
John Galliano Victorian-Inspired Black Enamel and Cameo Dangle Clip Earrings
By John Galliano
Located in Atlanta, GA
These sophisticated John Galliano Paris clip-on earrings feature a Victorian-inspired design made
Category
Vintage 1980s French Victorian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Silver Plate
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W 0.99 in L 4.18 in
Carved Shell Cameo and Diamond French Clip and Post Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Lovely Hand Carved Shell Cameo Earrings, set in Beautiful Hand crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Drop Earrings Cameo Portrait Busts Cameo Malachite Oriental Pearls Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
with an unusual and elegant clip mechanism. The clips on the reverse of the earrings are finely
Category
Antique 1870s Greek Revival Clip-on Earrings
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W 0.91 in D 0.67 in L 0.99 in
Judith Ripka Lava Cameo Gold Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold earrings by Judith Ripka, set with lava cameos, depicting a nymph
Category
20th Century North American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Style Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bring the classy looking with this vintage Cameo style earrings in 18k yellow gold weighing 13.9
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Shell Oval Cameo Earrings By Florenza, 1960s
By Florenza
Located in McKinney, TX
" x .75"
- Gold plated hardware
- Carved shell cameos
- Clip on earring backs
- By Florenza
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Kalinger Paris Oversized Carved Gilt Resin Clip Earrings
By Kalinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Kalinger Paris oversized clip-on earrings. Round-domed shape featuring a large gilt-metal
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Malachite Cameo Gold Earclips
Located in New York, NY
A pair of retro malachite cameo ear-clips, mounted on 18kt yellow gold. Made in Italy, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Zoe Coste Dangle Clip Earrings Faux Coral and AB Cabochons
By Zoe Coste
Located in Atlanta, GA
These romantic French designer Zoe Coste clip-on earrings boast a dangling shape with baroque style
Category
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Castellani Ancient Roman Silver Denarius Coin 18kt Gold Earrings
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
coins, intaglios and cameos. Omega clip back and posts have been attached. The measurements, Frames
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Neapolitan Coral Quilted Convertible Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds
By Oro Trend
Located in Miami, FL
Neapolitan coral and diamonds earrings.
Beautiful and colorful contemporary pieces, crafted in the
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trianon 18 Karat Gold Carved Turquoise Rock Crystal and Diamond Earrings
By Trianon
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant turquoise cameos and framed with frosted rock crystal and accented with brilliant cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian 1860 Etruscan Revival Earrings 18Kt Gold with Carved Agates Intaglios
Located in Miami, FL
of clips earrings has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with an exceptional
Category
Antique 1860s English Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in L 1.26 in
Maz 1970 Bartholomew Mazza Modernist Earrings in 14kt Gold Rock Quartz & Peridot
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Bartholomew Mazza (Maz).
Beautiful modernist pair, created by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Peridot, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.87 in L 0.97 in
Valentin Magro 18Kt Gold Earrings 74.6 Cts In Rubellite And Cacholong White Opal
By Valentin Magro
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Valentin Magro.
A modern and sculptural beautiful pair, crafted in
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Opal, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.01 in L 1.18 in
Etruscan Revival Earrings in 18Kt Gold with 9.78 Cts in Diamonds and Carved Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
pair of comfortable omega backs for fastening clips.
Mount into bezels, with a pair of cameo depicting
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.18 in D 0.38 in L 1.14 in
Vintage 14 Karat Shell Cameo Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 14 Karat Shell Cameo Earrings. The earrings feature a bezel-set traditional lady cameo with
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Victorian Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Cameo Logo Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone hoop earrings (clip-on) featuring a brown resin cameo top with KL
Category
20th Century French Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Richard Minadeo Blue Three Tier Cameo Earrings
By Richard Minadeo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade one-of-a-kind Richard Minadeo blue enamel and cameo drop clip earrings that feature
Category
2010s American Drop Earrings
Carved Shell Cameo Drop Earrings By Florenza, 1960s
By Florenza
Located in McKinney, TX
1.25" x .5"
- Gold plated hardware
- Carved shell cameos
- Clip on earring backs
- By Florenza
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Dangle Earrings
Ella K One of a Kind Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Large loops made of papier-mâché set with Swarovski crystal. Vintage turquoise cameo on clip.
Category
2010s French Modern Hoop Earrings
Russian 18 Karat Rose Gold, Diamond and Cameo Earrings
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A very desirable pair of silver topped 18kt rose gold, diamond and cameo earrings. The earrings
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Jet Cameo Earclips, S/S 1977
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Cameo Ear clips Haute Couture Spring/Summer 1977. Of black jet glass facing
Category
Vintage 1970s French Artisan Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Faraone Mennella Onyx Dangle Drop Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
By Faraone Mennella
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle drop earrings designed by Faraone Mennella.
Gorgeous classic dangle-drop earrings, created
Category
1990s Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.67 in L 2.28 in
Victorian 1850 Etruscan Revival Dangle Drop Earrings 14Kt Gold & Agates Intaglio
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian Etruscan Revival dangle drop earrings.
Beautiful antique dangle drops earrings, created
Category
Antique 1850s English Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings
Materials
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.87 in L 1.57 in
Faraone Mennella Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 21.82 Ctw Diamonds And Rubies
By Faraone Mennella
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle drop earrings designed by Faraone Mennella.
Beautiful classic dangle drop earrings, created
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.63 in L 1.26 in
Maz Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Earrings, 2.25 Carats
By Maz
Located in London, GB
A pair of modern rock crystal and diamond earrings by Maz, comprised of two fluted sections of rock
Category
1990s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Charming Dog Cameo Suite
Located in New York, NY
detailed carving, all set in filigree 14k settings.
Clip back fittings on earrings. 1930's USA.
Excellent
Category
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Materials
14k Gold
Blanca Greek Revival Medallion Cameo Clip-on Earrings
Located in Mastic Beach, NY
These vintage pieces are signed Blanca on the reverse of the cameo. They measure just under 1.5"L
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Carolee Classical Roman Medallion Cameo Clip-on Earrings
Located in Mastic Beach, NY
These vintage pieces are signed CAROLEE on the clip on mechanism and reverse of the cameo. They
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Cameo Cindy Sherman Pensive Earrings
By Lizworks
Located in New York, NY
With Cameo, LIZWORKS takes on one of the oldest forms of portraiture, dating back to ancient Greece
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Carnelian Intaglio Diamond Gold Roman Cameo Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These stunning and magnificent Carnelian Intaglio Roman Cameo Clip On Earrings have posts for
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver and Metal Earrings with 1920s Bakelite Cameos
Located in roma, IT
Square-shaped metal earrings with silver clip and pin, with 1920s Bakelite cameos. A style that has
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Silver
Trianon Mother-of-Pearl Intaglio Cameo Rock Crystal Gemstone Gold Earrings
By Trianon
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
earrings are approximately 1 inch in diameter, are clip on backs and weigh 23 grams combined. These
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hedy Martinelli Antique Lava White Diamond Pave Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
This antique lava cameos Earclip earrings are the final product of a mix between antique and
Category
2010s Italian Classical Roman Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
20th Century Gold And Carved Glass Necklace And Earrings By, Whiting & Davis S/3
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
reverse carved glass cameo. The Clip style pair of earrings feature a "right" and left' fit. Each piece is
Category
20th Century American Victorian Clip-on Earrings
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Extasia Coral Glass Cameo Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of two part clip on earrings, with a coral German glass cameo. Top is pale pink opaque glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Roman Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Bronze
Amethyst Cameo Peridot Diamond "Medusa" Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Palm Desert, CA
diamonds. Post and omega clip backs. These one-of-a-kind earrings are by Michael Kneebone.
Category
American Stud Earrings
Citrine Cameo Andalusite Diamond "Medusa" Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Palm Desert, CA
omega clip backs. The posts may be removed so the earrings may be worn as clips only. Amethyst with
Category
American More Earrings
Dolce & Gabbana - Baroque Filigree Pearl Cameo Crystal Cross Earrings Gold
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Erkrath, DE
"Cammeo" Baroque Clip Earrings adorned with Cameo, flowers and artificial pearls in gold and orange
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Dolce & Gabbana - Baroque Filigree Pearl Cameo Crystal Cross Earrings Gold
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Erkrath, DE
- "Cammeo" Baroque Clip Earrings adorned with Cameo, flowers and artificial pearls in gold and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Drop Earrings
Located in Sydney, NSW
A fine pair of Antique Victorian cameo earrings, each earring consisting of a finely detailed
Category
Antique 1870s British High Victorian Dangle Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold
River Rose Diamond Accent Climber Earrings 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
tip. A contour back wire clip secure the climber to the ear. River rose ear climber is an elegant and
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot and Diamond Wave Climber Earrings 1" 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
River Rose Peridot Wave Climber Earrings. JeweLyrie signature infinity twist forged in flowing wave
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Spinel Wave Climber Earrings 3/4" 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
River Rose Red Spinel Wave Climber Earrings featuring JeweLyrie signature infinity twist forged in
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Medusa Earrings by Gianni Versace 18k Gold, Diamonds, Black Enamel, Italian 1980
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
A vintage pair of 18 karat yellow gold earrings by Gianni Versace. Central cameo of Medusa on a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau More Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
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Vintage Victorian Revival Faux Cameo & Coral Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
brooch is 4” x 1-1/2” and the matching clip earrings are 1-1/8” x 1”. This set is in excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Antique 9ct Gold Large Shell Cameo Screw Back Dangle Earrings 375 Purity c1900
Located in Camelford, GB
A very special item for you to consider:
9CT GOLD LARGE SHELL CAMEO SCREW BACK STUD EARRINGS
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bouquet of Flowers Cameo Clip Earrings Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
chips.
The earrings feature clip backings.
The cameos are framed in charming fleur de lis mounts
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Lacroix Paris Signed Clip on Earrings Modernist Cameo
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Paris signed clip on earrings. Lovely modernist gilt metal cameo shape, metal all
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Cameo Dangle Earrings.
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautiful oversized black and white cameo of the magnificent Coco. The over all length is 4" - WOW!
Category
1990s French Clip-on Earrings
Agate Cameo, Citrine Bead and Pearl 18k Yellow Gold French Clip Post Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These non-traditional cameos are carved with "sun faces," set in handmade filigree settings with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Large Chanel Cameo Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare and collectible oversized cameo clip on earrings. 70's production. Come with original
Category
Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings
Garnet Carved Glass Cameo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a carved glass cameo measuring 19.0 mm round - transparent reddish orange. Depicting a
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Vintage huge cameo portrait earrings
Located in London, GB
Gold-toned Cameo medallion earrings from Chanel Vintage featuring a clip fastening and a rope trim
Category
Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
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Cameo Clip Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of cameo clip earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our selection of items includes 51 vintage examples as well as 10 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of cameo clip earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Victorian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Christian Lacroix, Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Browse our collection of 5 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of cameo clip earrings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Cameo Clip Earrings?
On average, cameo clip earrings at 1stDibs sell for $650, while they’re typically $6 on the low end and $28,050 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 Cameo 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To 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 1, 2023No, 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 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.
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