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Crystal Quartz and Carved Stone Clip Back Earring
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Crystal Quartz and Carved Stone Clip Back Earring
Stephen’s heart and passion go into each Dweck
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Large Designer 1.00 Carat Diamonds X Omega Clip Back Earrings 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Large Designer 1.00 Carat Diamonds X Design Omega Clip Back Earrings 14k Gold. Unique by
Category
Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Vintage Tulipa Flower Thistle 18K Gold and Silver Clip Back Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Tulipa Flower Thistle Gold Earrings by Buccellati! The top portion of the flowers display a silver fray
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Silver
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W 0.99 in L 1.15 in
Vintage Retro Diamond Sapphire Ruby Platinum Round Clip Back Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Sparkle & Elegance.
Celebrate America with these beautiful round earrings that offer
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
15.65mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Gold Vintage Drop Clip Back Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
set with a 15.65mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl. Hand crafted 14K White Gold Clip back mounting. More
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1080s Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Clip Back Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These exquisite high jewelry Diamond & Emerald Earrings are crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold. They
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Vintage 1980s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980's Vintage Chanel Gold Shield Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel round goldtone metal shield clip-back earrings. Comes with the original box or dust cover.
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond Earrings, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
round diamonds and 6 tapered baguette diamonds. Pierced clip back earrings, Length: .75” Stamped 14K.
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20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Dome Post and Clip Back Earrings
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
attention to the wearer with their elegant simplicity.
These earrings have post backs with butterfly clips
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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H 0.36 in Dm 4.06 in
Hermès Orange Swift Triangular Earrings
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Paris orange swift leather triangular clip back earrings. Comes in velvet pouch.
Category
1990s French Clip-on Earrings
1970's Chanel Rhinestone Logo Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1970s Chanel engraved gold tone metal clip-back earrings set with rhinestones. Original pouch
Category
Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings
Estate Fluted Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fluted yellow gold ear clips.
DETAILS:
Button style fluted yellow gold omega clip back earrings
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Valentino Goldtone Rhodium Plate Rhinestone Flower Clip Earrings
By Valentino
Located in Easton, PA
clip back earrings. Marked "Valentino." Measure: 1 inch across. Excellent condition.
During the 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1 in L 1 in
Vintage clip-on earring by ALEXIS LAHELLEC Paris, gold plated Resin, 1980s
By Alexis Lahellec
Located in Stuttgart, DE
( 2,5 cm)
-Clip back earring
-Signed Alexis Lehallec Paris
-Gold plated Resin
-Excellent vintage
Category
20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Other
Vintage 80's Chanel Oval Embossed Gold Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel oval embossed goldtone metal clip-back earrings. Spring '93 collection. Original box or
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Sterling Silver Faux Gray and Crystal Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Sterling silver clip-back earrings, each featuring a 13mm gray faux-pearl set above a 7mm cubic
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1980's Vintage Chanel Hammered Pearl Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel hammered goldtone metal and faux-pearl clip-back earrings. Comes with the original box or
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Square Earclip Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
diameter. The diamonds graded G-H color and SI clarity. The clip back earrings measure 25 x 25mm.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.99 in L 0.99 in
8.9 Ct SI Clarity HI Color Pear Diamond Clip Back Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
Located in IN
. :- 8.90 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I )
Earrings Size :- 26 mm approx.
✦ Sizing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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L 1.03 in
Vintage Courrèges Paris Cabochon Faux-Onyx Black Enamel Bulls Eye Clip Earrings
By André Courrèges
Located in Easton, PA
Circa 1980s gold plated cabochon faux-onyx rhinestone and black enamel clip back earrings. Marked
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in D 1 in Dm 1.38 in L 1.38 in
1950's Amethyst and 14ct Tri-Gold Filigree Clip Earrings as Part of Suite
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a gorgeous pair of vintage clip back earrings that has been crafted in the 1950's in great
Category
Vintage 1950s British Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.38 in W 0.63 in D 0.22 in
1980s Golden Orange Sapphire 18 Karat yellow Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Yellow Gold, these handcrafted
clip-back earrings feature a folding post for Non pierced ears.
Made by
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1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
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W 1.19 in D 0.44 in L 1.19 in
Kramer Faux Jade and Rhinestone Costume Earrings
By Kramer
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Kramer clip-back earrings featuring prong-set clear rhinestones surrounding a green glass bead that
Category
Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Signed Monet Garland Blue Enamel Flower Clip Earrings, 1984
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
Goldtone blue swirl irridescent enamel flower clip back earrings. Marked "Monet." From Monet's 1984
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Escada Iridescent Sugarloaf Cabochon Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Escada
Located in Easton, PA
Vintage late 1980s or early 1990s square goldtone and white iridescent sugarloaf cabochon clip back
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 0.88 in W 0.88 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.88 in L 0.88 in
Stephen Dweck Blue Chalcedony Sterling Silver Earrings with Blue Agate Ring Set
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Miami Beach, FL
matching clip-back earrings with striped blue agate centers. Ring 1"H x .75"L. U.S. size: 5.25; can be
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Agate, Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver
1960's Pierre Cardin organically shaped earrings
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Fransisco, CA
. Clip backs. Earrings measures approximately 1.25" tall and just under 1" in width. Earrings are not
Category
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Faux Gemstone Gold-tone Earrings and Station Chain Link Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
-emerald cabochon centers. Matching oval faux-emerald earrings with clip backs. Earrings: 0.75"H x 0.55"L
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s Signed Napier Deco Style Silvertone Shell Clip Earrings
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
1950s art deco style shell clip-back earrings. Marked, "Napier." Measure: 1.44 inches L x 1.44
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Silver Plate
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H 1.44 in W 1.44 in D 0.2 in Dm 1.44 in L 1.44 in
Vintage 1950s Signed Napier Goldtone Filigree White Resin Clip Earrings
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone filigree and white resin clip back earrings. Marked on the base of the clips "Napier
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.13 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.5 in L 1.13 in
New de la Renta Silver Escher Sphere XL Statement Clip Earrings, 21st Century
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Tucson, AZ
oversized, they resemble clusters of silver grapes and provide brilliant shine.
Clip back earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
PVD-Coated, Silver
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W 1.5 in D 1.5 in L 2.25 in
18K Yellow Gold Double Link Fold Over Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
by a ring in the center. A subtle finish completes the clip-back earrings, which measure 0.91 inches
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Regency Topaz Rhinestone Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Here is a pair of Regency topaz rhinestone earrings.
These are cluster clip-back earrings with two
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1950s Signed Coppola e Toppo Italy Brown & Black Beaded Clip Earrings
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Easton, PA
1950s round goldtone brown and black beaded clip back earrings. Marked "Made in Italy by Coppola e
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.18 in W 1.18 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.18 in L 1.18 in
Vintage Signed Hattie Carnegie Goldtone Round Domed Faux-Coral Clip Earrings
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Easton, PA
1960s round domed goldtone "raw" faux-coral clip back earrings. Marked "Carnegie." Measure: 1 inch
Category
Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1 in L 1 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Domed Checked Earrings
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone domed checked clip back earrings. Marked "Monet." Measure: 1 inch L x 0.75 inches W
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1 in W 0.75 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.75 in L 1 in
Vintage Napier Book Piece Goldtone "Peach" Moonglow Dangle Clip Earrings, c1964
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
Goldtone and a brown/tan "peach" moonglow resin dangle butterfly clip back earrings. Circa 1964
Category
Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.5 in W 0.94 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.94 in L 1.5 in
Vintage 1980s Ciner Cabochon Faux-Onyx Brown & Black Striped Clip Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone domed cabochon faux-onyx with brown and black enamel stripes clip back earrings
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.13 in W 0.88 in D 0.5 in L 1.13 in
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Double Leaf Checkerboard Pattern Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
of his iconic pieces is the 18k gold clip back earrings fashioned in a double leaf motif style with
Category
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Crown Trifari Rhodium Plated White Cabochon Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1950s rhodium plated white cabochon and clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Trifari
Category
Vintage 1950s American Post-War Clip-on Earrings
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H 0.3 in W 1.13 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.13 in L 1.13 in
Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Viva El Sol Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
. There are 1.42 carats of diamonds and 3.16 carats of sapphires. The clip-back earrings measure 1.14
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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W 1.14 in D 0.28 in L 1.14 in
Bulgari Roma 1960s Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
rubies and 5.00 carats of diamonds date from the 1960s. Each omega clip back earring designed as a
Category
Mid-20th Century European Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Pink Peridot Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
1960s textured silvertone "fronds" with emerald cut faux-pink peridot rhinestone clip back earrings
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Silver Plate
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H 1.25 in W 0.81 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.81 in L 1.25 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Kenneth Lane Deco Style Faux-Onyx Cabochon Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Easton, PA
back earrings. Marked "Kenneth Lane." Measure: 1.19 inches W. Excellent condition.
Kenneth Jay Lane
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.19 in W 1.19 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.19 in L 1.19 in
Vintage Kenneth Lane KJL Cabochon Faux-Onyx Rhinestone & Enamel Earrings
By Kenneth Lane
Located in Easton, PA
clip back earrings. Marked "Kenneth Lane." Measure: 1.13 inches W. Condition: Very Good; minor signs of
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.13 in W 1.13 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.13 in L 1.13 in
Vintage 1950s Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Black Pearl & Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1950s rhodium plated faux-black pearl with marquise and round clear rhinestones clip back
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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.38 in L 1.38 in
Retro Yellow Gold Brooch Matching Earrings Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
/16” (2 cm) wide overall.
EARRING BACKS: clip backs.
EARRINGS: with left and right orientation
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Vintage 1950s American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
MCM Lucite Earrings with Metallic Confetti
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of 1960s Lucite earrings with metallic confetti. The large MCM disc clip back
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Base Metal
Vintage 1970s Signed Crown Trifari Off White Lucite Flower Drop Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1970s goldtone and ivory colored Lucite flower drop clip back earrings. Marked crown "Trifari
Category
Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 2.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.3 in Dm 1.25 in L 2.25 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Ciner Goldtone Faux-Onyx & Clear Rhinestone Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone pave faux-onyx and clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner." Measure: 15
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 0.94 in W 0.69 in D 0.3 in L 0.94 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Ciner Cabochon Faux-Onyx & Brown Enamel Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone cabochon faux-onyx and brown metallic enamel round clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.13 in W 1.13 in D 0.5 in L 1.13 in
Vintage Judy-Lee Rhinestone in Filigree Petals Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of signed Judy-Lee rhinestone in gold-tone metal filigree petals clip back earrings
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1980s Signed Ciner Cabochon Faux-Agate & Black Enamel Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone cabochon faux-agate, black enamel and rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
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H 1.44 in W 1.16 in D 0.5 in L 1.44 in
Yellow Gold Textured Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Textured 18k yellow gold clip post earrings. Safe secure clip backs.
18k yellow gold
Stamped: 750
Category
Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Topaz & Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
meditation on the beauty of citrine and topaz. The unique pair of clip-back earrings are crafted in 18K
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hope Chest Flower Brooch and Earrings Demi-parure
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Demi-parure of vintage Hope Chest flower brooch and clip back earrings. It's well made
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Copper
9.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's Spray design diamond cluster clip post earrings in platinum with white gold omega
Category
Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval clip post 14k yellow gold clip post earrings set with a matched pair of ancient coins.
14k
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Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18 Karat Gold Earring Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18k Gold Hammered vintage David Webb clip earrings.
Stamped Webb
Viewings available in our NYC
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's High luster Mabe pearl and diamond clip post earrings. 2, 17mm pearls each with a halo of
Category
Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Clip Back Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of clip back earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 272 vintage examples as well as 64 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of clip back earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Retro — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Intini Jewels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 148, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, oval cut and cabochon clip back earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of clip back 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 Clip Back Earrings?
Prices for clip back earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $125 and can go as high as $46,500, while clip back earrings, on average, fetch $2,765.
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 Clip Back 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.
- What are hinge-back earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Hinge-back earrings are earrings with a certain type of closure. Specifically, they feature a post mounted on a hinge that snaps into a groove to secure the earrings in place. Also called a saddle-back or hinged saddle-back, the closure is common on hoop earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of hinge-back earrings.
- What are Euro back earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Euro back earrings are earrings with a certain type of fastener hardware. The earrings feature a curved metal wire that slips through the piercing and a curved hinged element that flips upward to secure it. You will also see Euro back earrings referred to as Euro clasps, Euro wires and leverbacks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Euro back earrings.
- What is a paddle-back earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023A paddle-back earring is a clip-on earring with a particular type of closure. Specifically, the design includes a wide fastener with a tension bar cutting through its middle. Once the earring is in place, you can bend the tension bar to tighten or loosen the clip and adjust the fit. Shop a diverse assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a latch-back earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023A latch-back earring is an earring with a particular type of backing. Specifically, it features a post that snaps into a small hole, similar to a latch on a gate. The design is simple to operate and helps to keep earrings securely in place. Shop a collection of latch-back earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a screw back earring?2 AnswersRoman Malakov DiamondsMarch 24, 2021A 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.1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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.
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