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Multi-Gemstone 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds, Citrine
Located in Fairfield, CT
the design are deep red garnets set at the cardinal points. The earrings' innovative clip-on design
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20th Century Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage BASCIO BIJOUX gold faux gemstone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed BASCIO BIJOUX • gold tone with glass cabochons • vintage designer clip on
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Modernist 1980s Multi-Color Gemstone Clip-On Earrings PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Clip-on Earrings

French Mid-Century Gold and Multi-Gemstone Bombé Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Mid-Century multi-gem and gold bombé clip earrings featuring opposing fields of emeralds
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Trianon Multicolor Gemstone Mother-of-pearl Shell Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Trianon
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous nautical clip-on earrings are crafted out of 18k yellow gold and mother-of-pearl
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

Multi-Color Gemstone Clip-On Earrings by Joan Rivers PSF Vintage Collection
Located in Palm Springs, CA
gemstones in pink, blue, lavender and green with rhinstones. Clip-on earrings. Very chic and glam. 1990s.
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Amethyst Gemstone Clip Earrings 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Amethyst Gemstone Clip Earrings 18k White Gold. Very elegant amethyst gemstones earrings
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro 14k Gold Citrine, Pink & Green Tourmaline Gemstone Clip-On Earrings, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of retro gemstone earrings in 14 karat gold. At their center, the earrings have a bezel set
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20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Asch Grossbardt Mosaic Multi-Gemstone Inlaid 14 Karat Gold Clip Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful pair of signed clip-on earrings. By Asch Grossbardt. In 14k yellow gold. Each
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold

YSL Hearth Clip-on Earrings
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
-coloured gemstone crystals, these earrings are finished with a clip-on attachment for enhanced comfort
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Onyx Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onyx and yellow gold clip-on earrings. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: These earrings have plenty of statement
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Rose Gold and Multi-Colored Gemstone Sputnik Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Retro gold and multi-colored gemstone clip earrings, the rose gold domes of sputnik
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Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Zircon, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chanel Baroque Multi-Gemstone 18K Clip Earrings, Aquamarine, Amethyst, Peridot
By Chanel
Located in Honolulu, HI
crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with an array or Gemstones. The gems on the earrings are Aquamarine
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, 18k Gold

Vintage Coral Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural coral and gold large-scale clip-on earrings circa 1970. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #E2677. Scroll
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Vintage 1970s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Ruby Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
square-cut diamonds, set in platinum and 18K gold. The earrings are clip back and accompanied by a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb Ruby Diamond Clip-On Earrings
David Webb Ruby Diamond Clip-On Earrings
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W 0.88 in L 0.88 in
Bvlgari Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A pair of fancy colorful multi gemstone earrings made of 18K yellow gold. Each earring weighs 17.4
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Vintage 1970s Italian Clip-on Earrings

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Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Clip On Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Clip On Earrings GAI Certified- These lovely earrings each feature
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

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Tanzanite, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Clip On Earrings
14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Clip On Earrings
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W 0.48 in L 0.71 in
Pomellato 18K White Gold Aquamarine Clip-On Earrings
By Pomellato
Located in Southampton, PA
gemstones. Each one measures 0.65” long, 0.75” wide, and includes clip-on closure for added versatility
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Gold and Pearl Clip-On Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of gold and pearl clip-on earrings. In textured 14k gold with a snake-like design
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold

14 Karat Gold and Pearl Clip-On Earrings
14 Karat Gold and Pearl Clip-On Earrings
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H 1.42 in W 0.44 in D 0.4 in
Hermes Vintage Sugarloaf Carnelian Gold Clip on Earrings
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic pair of Hermes earrings circa 1980's featuring 2 trillion sugarloaf Carnelian gemstones set
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

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Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Marquise & Pear Cut Diamond Clip-On 7.00cttw Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful diamond clip on cluster earrings that are not too big and not too small. Just perfect
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Elizabeth Gage Rock Crystal Yellow Gold Clip on Earrings
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Gage rock crystal and yellow gold round clip-on earrings circa 2001. * SPECIFICATIONS
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Early 2000s English Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980S Diamond Ruby 18K Elephant Statement clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
This Fashionable Diamond Ruby exquisite Omega back clip-on with post earrings is expertly crafted
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Elizabeth Gage Rock Crystal Yellow Gold Clip on Earrings
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Gage rock crystal and yellow gold round clip-on earrings circa 2001. * SPECIFICATIONS
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Early 2000s English Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.00 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Clip on Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, platinum set clip on earrings; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. These
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Red Coral Ball 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The remarkable vivid hue of red coral is featured in these earrings. The gemstone is carved into
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2010s American Clip-on Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Schiaparelli Large Multi-Color Gilded Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
round and ovals. The clip-on earrings are missing two stones on one and one on the other, and measures 1
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Vintage 1960s American Baroque Revival Clip-on Earrings

French Modern Clips Earrings in 18Kt Gold with 87.62 Ctw in Diamonds Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
French modernism Clip-Earrings. Beautiful and colorful pair, created in Paris France by the same
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1990s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Gemstone and Diamond Vintage Gold Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! High Quality Finely detailed Multi-Gemstone Topaz, Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Emerald Gemstone Gold Foliate Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
A pair of ear clips of foliate design, the main body consisting of two carved emerald leaves
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Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage huge Etruscan style gold faux glass gemstone designer runway clip on ear
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with jewel glass cabs • vintage designer runway clip on earrings
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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18K Yellow Gold clip earrings finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring two
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20th Century Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Blue Sapphire Starfish on the Rocks Clip-on Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
selected by in-house gemstone specialists. The collective weight of the gem is 5.4 carats. Clip-backs
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Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Clip-On Pearl and Diamonds Vintage Earrings, Flower Peral Earrings, Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Pearl Clip-on Earrings - Pearls and 1CT Diamonds Earrings, Solid 18k Yellow Gold, Vintage
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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Clip-On Pearl and Diamonds Vintage Earrings, Flower Peral Earrings, Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Pearl Clip-on Earrings - Pearls and 1CT Diamonds Earrings, Solid 18k Yellow Gold, Vintage
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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Clip-On Earrings with Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary clip-on earrings feature natural sapphires (octagon cut) and belong to the Tea
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Other, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yel...

Clip On Diamond and Turquoise Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Orleans, LA
Clip On Diamond and Turquoise Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold Contains 48 high quality diamonds, 1/2ct
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Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vintage 1990s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold clip-on earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections These fine and impressive
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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Seiden Gang 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Clip-On Dangle Earrings
By SeidenGang
Located in Southampton, PA
from SeidenGang features the brand's unmistakable craftsmanship and attention to detail. The clip-on
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pave Clip Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
These earrings were magnificently made in platinum. The earrings have a total of 98 round
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Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Pave Clip Earrings
Diamond Pave Clip Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 0.75 in
Yellow Gold Transformer Clip-On Earrings with Five Carats Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop clip-on earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Amethyst, Quartz, Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k ...

Coral Diamond Black Onyx Clip On Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Coral black onyx and diamond yellow gold clip-on drop earrings circa 1970. Clear and concise
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Vintage 1970s Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Clip on Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Earrings create a subtle beauty while showcasing the colors of the natural precious gemstones and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k Golden Clip on Earrings with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Make a statement with these stunning, classic, beautiful vintage 14k gold clip-on earrings with
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Multi Gemstone Earring in 14K Yellow Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage earrings contain two oval cabochon Green Tourmalines, four oval cabochon Citrines and four
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20th Century Romantic Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Citrine, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Tsavorite Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold stud and clip-on earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tsavorite Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Clip-On Earrings
Tsavorite Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Clip-On Earrings
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H 0.62 in W 0.58 in D 0.42 in
Antique Cultured Pearl 1.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Clip-On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and showcases each stone. Condition These impressive antique 1930s clip on earrings are fine quality
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

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
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Mint Jade Stud Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
classic cluster is a round or oval shaped earring with a central gem surrounded by a halo of gemstones or
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Gorgeous "Bulgary style" earrings featuring captivating blue cabochon sapphires and pear-shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

C. Krypell Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Charles Krypell
Located in Miami, FL
1980's vintage Elegant Designer Charles Krypell diamond and sapphire earrings for pierced ears
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage De Vroomen Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
By De Vroomen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
clip-on closure. The vintage earrings are accented with the chased scroll-shaped ornaments reminiscent
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Vintage 1980s British Clip-on Earrings

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Mystery Set Clip-On Statement Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Opulent vintage late 1970s 18-karat yellow gold statement clip-on earrings Princess-Cut Diamond and
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Vintage 1980s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Earrings clip-on set with amethyst and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold flower-shaped clip-on earrings set with amethyst and brilliant cut diamonds
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Clip-On Earrings with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop clip-on earrings are exquisitely crafted from 18 karat yellow
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2010s German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Quartz, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Elegant Clip-On Style 14K White Gold Floral Diamond Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
14K White Gold Diamond Clip-On earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver Cocktail Clip-on Garden Fig Earrings with Blue Topazes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Fig Fruit cocktail clip-on earrings are made of sterling silver with detachable cabochon-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Bulgari Gold Earrings Gemstone
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute pair of clip-on vintage Bulgari earrings. Made of 18k gold, featuring cabochon amethyst and
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Bulgari Gold Earrings Gemstone
Vintage Bulgari Gold Earrings Gemstone
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W 0.6 in L 0.7 in
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Rubies and Diamonds Contemporary Clip-On Earrings
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary clip-on earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold and are encrusted with 6 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Raymond Yard 14 Karat Gold and Garnet Clip-On Flower Earrings
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of Raymond Yard 14k gold and garnet clip-on flower earrings. With faceted, oval
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Raymond Yard 14 Karat Gold and Garnet Clip-On Flower Earrings
Raymond Yard 14 Karat Gold and Garnet Clip-On Flower Earrings
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Clip On Gemstone Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of clip on gemstone earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 903 vintage editions and 417 modern creations to choose from as well. 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. contemporary and modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to clip on gemstone earrings. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Alex Jona, Bijoux Num and Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 477 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut clip on gemstone earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping our range of clip on gemstone earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Clip On Gemstone Earrings?

Prices for clip on gemstone earrings start at $10 and top out at $1,900,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $4,969.

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 On Gemstone 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 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 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
    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 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.
  • 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 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 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.