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YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Jewelled Domed Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone domed clip-on earrings featuring a gorgeous openwork design of
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Domed Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone domed clip-on earrings featuring a gorgeous openwork design of
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Massive Domed Resin CC Clip On Earrings, 1993
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage 1993 massive domed resin clip-on earrings embellished with a large gold toned CC
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

18kt Gold Clip Earrings Panda Eye Domed
Located in New York, NY
Dome Panda Eye Clip Earrings Measurements: 3/4 inch diameter Depth: 7mm Comfortable Omega Clip
Category

2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHANEL Vintage Massive Resin Faux Pearl Crystals Domed Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive domed resin clip-on earrings embellished with clear crystals and faux pearl
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Toned Glass Cabochons Domed Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold toned dome-shaped clip-on earrings embelisshed with three marbled
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Toned Glass Cabochons Domed Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold toned dome-shaped clip-on earrings embelisshed with three marbled
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Openwork Domed CC Logo Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage antiqued gold toned openwork clip-on earrings featuring a CC logo at the center
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hammerman Brothers Diamond Cluster Domed Ear clip Earrings
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An original piece from Hammerman, this substantial pair of earrings feature 14 carats of fine top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ciner Gold Plated Domed Clip On Earrings with a Ridged and Patterned Design
By Ciner
Located in London, GB
Ciner luxurious gold plated domed earrings, featuring a ridged and patterned design. Measuring
Category

Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Massive Domed Resin CC Clip On Earrings, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage massive champagne color domed resin clip-on earrings embellished
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Chocolate Brown Enamel Wavy Domed Clip on Cuff Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
These large and absolutely beautiful vintage cuff earrings were crafted in from solid 18k yellow
Category

Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chanel Vintage 1995 Round Domed Circle Cross Flower Retro Gold Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful pair of earrings by CHANEL, signed at the
Category

1990s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1970s Signed Hattie Carnegie Domed Lucite Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Easton, PA
1970s rhodium plated pale yellow Lucite domed with clear rhinestone accents clip earrings. Marked
Category

Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Vintage 1970s Signed Hattie Carnegie Domed Lucite Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Vintage 1970s Signed Hattie Carnegie Domed Lucite Rhinestone Clip Earrings
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H 0.94 in W 0.94 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.94 in L 0.94 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Valentino Round Domed Navy Enamel Rhinestone Clip Earrings
By Valentino
Located in Easton, PA
Goldtone round domed navy enamel with clear rhinestones clip earrings. Marked with Valentino
Category

Vintage 1980s Andorran Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

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

Tiffany & Co. Round Ruby and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Domed Clip Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is a great pair of Tiffany & Co. round cut Ruby and 18 karat yellow gold domed clip earrings
Category

Late 20th Century French Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. By Angela Cummings Domed Clip Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Lapis
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
clips, created by Angela Cummings in New York city, back in the 1979. This pair of domed bombe earrings
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co 1970s Angela Cummings Domed Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Opal Jade
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
pair created by Angela Cummings in New York, back in the late 1970's. These pair of domed earrings was
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Round Diamond Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The perfectly simple and modern design of these clip-on earrings makes them both chic and easy to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ciner Domed Enamel Target Earrings
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Enamelled dome earrings by Ciner NY in concentric circles of deep green and navy. clip back
Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Domed Earrings with Sapphires and Rubies
Located in Darnestown, MD
Eighteen karat gold domed earrings centered with a cabochon sapphire and each surrounded by 5
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pavé Antique-Cut Diamond Domed Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique diamond circular-shaped dome earrings, each pavé-set with natural-colored old mine-cut
Category

Antique 1880s European Victorian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Parfums Givenchy - France 4G Logo Clip On Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Braintree, GB
Clip-On Earrings, crafted circa the 1980s, emanating the refined elegance and timeless
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

David Webb Black Enamel Round Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The slightly domed earrings centering upon three diamond separated by black enamel stripes, framed
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Semi Swirl Gold Domed Earrings 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Pierced High Shine Half Swirl Statement Gold Earrings Measurements of Earrings: Diameter: 25 x
Category

2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Semi Swirl Gold Domed Earrings 18 Karat
Semi Swirl Gold Domed Earrings 18 Karat
W 0.99 in D 0.15 in L 0.79 in
Seaman Schepps Citrine Pearl Sea Urchin Domed Earrings
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Sea urchin domed earrings in 18k yellow gold, centering a larger cabochon-cut citrine surrounded by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chic Bombe Diamond Clip-On 18 Karat Gold Dome Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These fashionable bombe style earrings with pave diamonds are crafted in solid18-karat yellow gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Butler & Wilson Silver Tone Ornate Clip On Earrings circa 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Butler & Wilson silver tone earrings featuring a domed centre with mesh and twist edging
Category

Vintage 1980s English Clip-on Earrings

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gripoix CC Clip-On Earrings, 1997
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone clip-on earrings embellished with a MAISON GRIPOIX red
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Sphinx Gold Plated and Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings circa 1980s
By sphinx
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Sphinx gold plated earrings featuring a domed faux pearl with chain edging. Measuring
Category

Vintage 1980s English Clip-on Earrings

Handmade 2.5 Carat Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
, showcasing very high-quality diamonds. Boasting a graceful domed design, the earrings are elegantly
Category

2010s Unknown Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Steampunk Clock Dial Resin Clip-On Earrings
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage steampunk domed resin clip-on earrings featuring a clock dial inlaid
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Resin Jewelled Heart Inlaid Clip-On Earrings
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage domed resin clip-on earrings featuring a heart inlaid with rhinestone
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Beaded Diamond Oval Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
platinum, polished 18K yellow gold and diamonds. David Webb ear clips have a domed yellow gold beaded
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Large 18K Yellow Gold Polished Door Knocker Dangle Statement Clip on Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
attractive appearance. The bottom portion elegantly dangles from the domed top of the earring, and have a
Category

1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Red Resin Cabochon Logo Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage textured gold toned clip-on earrings featuring a red domed resin
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Massive Gold Toned Fleur de Lys Clip-On Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage massive matte gold toned domed clip-on earrings embossed with fleurs de lys
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Gold & Cream Enamel Oversized Domed Marquise Earrings By Trifari, 1980s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.5" x 1" - Cream acrylic - Gold plated - Clip on
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Chain Black Leather CC Clip On Earrings, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage iconic rigid chain domed clip-on earrings embellished with
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ungaro Paris Braided Gilt Metal Clip Earrings
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Emanuel Ungaro Paris couture clip-on earrings feature a gilt metal domed rounded
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

18k Gold Oval Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Twisted Wire Dual Finish Clip on Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
touch. These earrings attach to the ear with super comfortable clip-on backings that sure safe wear
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ungaro Paris Ornate Gilt Metal Clip Earrings
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stylish Emanuel Ungaro Paris couture clip-on earrings feature a gilt metal domed rounded
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Islam Arab Domed Crescent Left Right Lobe Earrings 18 Karat High Shine
Located in New York, NY
Islam Arab Crescent High Shine Domed Clip Left & Right Lobe Shukran Earrings Measurements of
Category

2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Domed Rock Crystal Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Impressive rock crystal earrings by David Webb. These earrings features an oval-shaped carved rock
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Black Enamel and Pearl Omega Taj Mahal Clip-On Earring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
"Taj Mahal" half-domed earrings, designed in a slightly off-round shape in fluted 18k yellow gold
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Trianon 14k Two Tone Gold Rock Crystal & Diamond Domed Cushion Earrings
By Trianon
Located in Montclair, NJ
and white gold by Trianon. The earrings each feature a large, domed, square cushion cut piece of
Category

1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Kalinger Paris Gilt Resin Clip Earrings Sun Design
By Kalinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Kalinger Paris clip-on earrings feature an oversized heavily domed shape with gilt
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

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

Aztec Inca South American Endless Maze Domed Hammered Rustic Earrings 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Aztec Inca South American Hammered Deco Rustic Dome Endless Maze Clip Earrings Measurements of
Category

2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Vintage 2.25 Carats Cluster Diamond Domed Button Omega Back Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful and well made pair of earrings is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features a
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Richard Kerr Orange and Black Crystal Clip Earrings
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
An impressive statement clip-on earrings designed by Richard Kerr in the 1980s. They are made up of
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Bulgari Roma 1960s Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Created by Bulgari, Rome in the 1960s, these platinum clip earrings set with around 19.00 carats of
Category

Mid-20th Century European Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Clip Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
Earring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Each gold earring is a half-ring domed with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Francoise Montague Clip Earrings Brown Resin with Brass Studs
By Francoise Montague
Located in Atlanta, GA
French jewelry designer Francoise Montague Paris hand-crafted these lovely clip-on earrings in the
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Brass

Translucent Green Lucite Clip Earrings with Gilt Application Carving
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant carved Lucite or resin clip-on earrings were crafted in the 1980s. The hand-made
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso Pair of Domed Earrings in Hammered 18 Karat Gold
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of round domed earrings designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. A vintage collector's
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Pair of Gold, Platinum and Diamond Earclips 18 kt., centering 2 pear-shaped domed
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Margaret Ellis Sterling Silver and Bronze Brutalist Clip Earrings
By Margaret Ellis
Located in Atlanta, GA
, massive clip-on earrings. The brutalist design has a sterling silver stylized crown of thorns and a large
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Pierre Cardin Paris Space Age Clip Earrings Green Lucite and Rhinestones
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely Pierre Cardin Space Age clip-on earrings were designed in the 1970s. The earrings
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

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Clip On Domed Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of clip on domed earrings available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find a collection of 63 vintage versions or 11 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Pieces in our collection of clip on domed earrings made by Contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Buccellati and Elizabeth Gage are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 18 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut and asscher cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of clip on domed earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Clip On Domed Earrings?

On average, clip on domed earrings at 1stDibs sell for $2,500, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $65,000 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 Clip On Domed 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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 27, 2023
    How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, clip-on earrings are still a thing. Some makers continue to produce earrings with clip-on backs to suit the needs of those without pierced ears or who want jewelry that is easy to put on and take off. In addition, many people continue to wear antique and vintage clip-ons. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether 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, 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.