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Yves Saint Laurent Gilted Metal Clip-on Tassels Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Gilted metal clip-on earrings adorned with blue and green
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Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chantal Thomass Dangle Clip Earrings Gilt Metal Matelassé and Tassel
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant French designer Chantal Thomass Paris clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Escada Gold Toned with Rhinestones Ribbon Shape Tassel Clip On Earrings
By Escada
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Escada gold toned hardware with rhinestones ribbon shape clip on earrings
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Vintage 1980s German Clip-on Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Whole Crystals Round Tassel Pearls Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Whole Crystals Round Tassel Pearls Clip Earrings, Silver Tone
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

MARNI black plastic beads drop tassel statement dangling clip on earrings pair
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI black white plastic beads drop tassel statement dangling clip on earrings pair Reference
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

OSCAR DE LA RENTA red beaded tassel dangling chandelier clip on earrings pair
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA red beaded tassel dangling chandelier clip on earrings pair Reference: AAWC
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Clip-on Earrings

Asymmetric Strawberry Cluster Ball Star Hoop Tassel Drop Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very high quality. handmade. Excellent gift for lady. Material: Gold plated, Stone, Enamel. Size: 8.0*2.7 cm; 5.0*1.0 cm. Weight: 5 g, 3 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come w...
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2010s British Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

OSCAR DE LA RENTA red beaded tassel fringe hoop dangling clip on earrings pair
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA red beaded tassel fringe circle hoop dangling clip on earrings pair Reference
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Clip-on Earrings

Lanvin Gold Tassel Metal Chain Earrings
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Montreal, Quebec
LANVIN GOLD TASSEL METAL CHAIN EARRINGS Color: Gold tone/neutrals Material: Metal chain/wood Marks
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Vintage French Bronze Tassel Statement Earrings
By Claire Deve
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage oversized bronze double tassel statement clip-on earrings by Claire Deve Paris - circa 1980
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Vintage 1980s French Rococo Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage French Bronze Tassel Statement Earrings
Vintage French Bronze Tassel Statement Earrings
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H 5.25 in L 1.88 in
Vintage Christian Dior Tasselled Leaf Earrings 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An outstanding pair of vintage Dior Leaf Earrings crafted during the 1970s. Featuring leaf motif
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

18k WG and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
This vintage Borsheim 18k white gold and diamond clip earrings consists of alternating horizontal
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1990s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Gilt Tassel Green AB French Statement Earrings
By Claire Deve
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sensational vintage gilt knotted French statement clip-on earrings circa 1980 - comprised of gilt
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Vintage French Bronze and Gold Beaded Tassel Statement Earrings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Dramatic vintage French beaded gold-chain tassel clip-on earrings. The earrings are intricately
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Vintage 1980s French Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Base Metal, Bronze

Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond 18 Karat Gold Tassel Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Made in Italy, these Tiffany & Co. 18k gold clip earrings are classic mid 20th century design
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Mid-20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Carolee Faux Pearl, Rhinestone & Black Enamel Tassel Earrings, 1980's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Carolee faux pearl, rhinestone and black enamel tassel earrings with clip on hardware. The
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Enamel, Gilt Metal

1990's Gianni Versace Medusa Rhinestones Tassel Massive Drop Earrings
By Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
conversations. Each pair of 1990's Gianni Versace Medusa Rhinestones Tassel Massive Drop Earrings is crafted
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

White Gold 39, 10ct. Tanzanite + Tourmaline + Sapphire Tassel + Diamonds Earrings
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
/VS. This pair of earrings can be supplied with or without Sapphire tassels as hangers.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White...

Paco Rabanne Paris Futuristic Black and White Dangle Clip Earrings
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely Paco Rabanne Paris futuristic clip-on earrings feature an oversized shoulder-duster
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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

New Oscar de la Renta Pale Light Green Seed Bead Beaded Tassle Earrings Clip On
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta beaded tassel earrings in a very pale, slightly bluish sea green. Approximately 5
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2010s Indian Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Fringe Chandelier Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Fringe Chandelier Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold. A pair of articulated
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Kramer of NYC Crystal Chandelier Earrings 1950s
By Kramer of New York
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular pair of Vintage Kramer Chandelier Earrings from the 1950s. Featuring oodles of
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Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings

Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL Certified 21.28 Carat Sapphire Diamond Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
symmetric clip-back earrings are crafted in 18K white gold and feature two oval blue sapphires weighing an
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphires Briolettes Tsavorites Enamel 18 Karat White Gold A'la Russe Earrings
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphires Briolettes Tsavorites Enamel 18 Karat White Gold A'la Russe Earrings What do you know
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Maison Denez for Yves Saint Laurent African Collection Long Earclips
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
1967. Of antique gilt bronze with jute tassel accents wrapped with gold bullion threads. Clip back
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Vintage 1960s French Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Long Gold Chain Tassel Dangle Clip on Earrings
Located in Sausalito, CA
Stylish pair of gold plated chain tassel dangle earrings with adjustable clip backs. Size: Slight
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Costume Citrine Rhinestones Tassel Dangle Clip-on Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dramatic fun earrings featuring a marquis citrine rhinestone on the ear and 9 tassels of bezel set
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Mid-20th Century Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Costume Citrine Rhinestones Tassel Dangle Clip-on Earrings
Costume Citrine Rhinestones Tassel Dangle Clip-on Earrings
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W 0.95 in D 0.95 in L 2.5 in
Escada Gold Tone Yellow/Midnight Blue Tassel Drop Clip On Earrings
By Escada
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
tassel drop clip on earrings. - Height: 5in. - Made in Germany.
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Vintage 1980s German Drop Earrings

Irregular Burgundy Red Enamel Chandelier Tassel Water Drop Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
The cost is very high. 100% handmade. Excellent gift for lady. Fine handcraft. Material: Alloy, Enamel. Size: 7.0*2.4 cm. Weight: 2 g/each. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come w...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Natural White Irregular Cluster Pearls Tassel Conch Shell Clip On Earrings, Gold Tone, Swarovski
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Luxury Openwork Red Fire Circle Cluster Black Tassel Crystal Drop Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very high quality and high cost. Handmade, fine workmanship. Anti-oxidant. Excellent gift for lady. Material: Gold plated metal, Simulate diamond, Enamel. Size: 8.5*4.0 cm. Weight...
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2010s British Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Logo D Blue Yellow Pink Long Tassel Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful pair of earrings by DIOR, signed at the
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1990s German Arts and Crafts Dangle Earrings

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Gold Plate

Vintage Pierre Balmain Tassel Earrings
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
These vintage Pierre Balmain tassel earrings feature a large quilted-surface gold head with a
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Late 20th Century French Retro Dangle Earrings

Miriam Haskell Rice Pearl Tassel Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Rice Pearl Tassel Earrings with large faux baroque pearl on ear. Adjustable clip
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Vintage 1950s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Rice Pearl Tassel Earrings
Miriam Haskell Rice Pearl Tassel Earrings
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H 1.75 in W 0.75 in
Nettie Rosenstein Sterling Vermeil Tassel Earrings
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Nettie Rosenstein Sterling Vermeil Tassel Earrings with paste accents. Wonderful design
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Vintage 1940s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Miriam Haskell Large Pearl Tassel Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Large Pearl Tassel Earrings from the 1940's. Signature bird motif sits on each ear
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Vintage 1950s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Large Pearl Tassel Earrings
Miriam Haskell Large Pearl Tassel Earrings
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W 1.5 in L 2.25 in
Vintage Statement Heart Tassel Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Heart Statement Earrings. An unsigned beauty. A rare treasure. Just because a jewel doesn’t
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Vintage 1980s Dangle Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Tassel Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Massive Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Tassel Earrings of ruby pastes, faux amber, faceted jet
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Vintage 1970s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Jewelled Tassel Dangling Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) embellished with glass cabochons
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Ruby Pearl Yellow Gold Detachable Tassel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Pearl Detachable Tassel Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold. A pair of ruby and pearl ear clips that
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Vintage 1980s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Claire Deve Vintage Jewelled Tassel Dangling Earrings
By Claire Deve
Located in Nice, FR
CLAIRE DEVE vintage gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a green passementerie tassel
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Faux Pearl Gold Metal Tassel Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1994 Collection Metal Gold Tone Faux Pearl Clip On Width 1" Drop
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1990s Drop Earrings

Vintage Yellow Gold Tassel Drop Earrings Circa 1990
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stylish pair of vintage tassel drop earrings made from 9ct yellow gold dating from late 20th
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1990s English Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Miriam Haskell Jet and Seed Bead Tassel Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Jet and Seed Bead Tassel Earrings from the 1950's. Black jet beads with pave rondels
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Vintage 1950s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Persian Turquoise Yellow Gold Cascade Tassel Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-century Vintage cascade dangle turquoise gold earrings. Unique and beautiful, these earrings
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Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vogue Seed Bead and Pave Ball Tassel Earrings
By Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Vogue Seed Bead and Pave Ball Tassel Earrings with clip back fittings from the 1960's. A tassel of
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Vintage 1960s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Pair of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Tassel Bead Ear-Clips
Located in Miami, FL
A striking pair of natural vivid blue lapis lazuli tassel earrings, with diamond accent. The
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Pair of Emerald Tassel Bead and Diamond Day and Night Ear-Clips
Located in Miami, FL
option to wear these earrings 2 different ways. The tassels are made with graduated emerald beads with
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Late 20th Century American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Vintage Russian Inspired Tassel Dangling Earrings
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER vintage Russian inspired dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a resin heart
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Trifari AlfredPhilippe 1948-1954 RhodiumPlated Tassel Chain FrenchClip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
These mid-century platinum-like silver tassel chain drop earrings were designed by Trifari artistic
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Base Metal

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Passementerie Tassel Dangling Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring black beaded top, large
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20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Retro Tribal Elongated Clover Tassel Dangle Earrings 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Retro Tribal Clover Dangle Hoop Earrings Measurements of Earrings: 15.6mm wide. 1.4 inch long
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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.05 Carat Diamond and Golden South Sea Pearl Ear Clips with Removable Tassel
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
and 8 marquise shape diamonds weighing 0.90 carats. The small pearl tassels are removable. Total
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Maison Denez for Yves Saint Laurent Chinese Collection Tassel Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Amazing, Massive Maison Denez for Yves Saint Laurent Chinese Collection Tassel Earrings. Shoulder
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Vintage 1970s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

JR Rose Cut Diamond Tassel 18 Karat White Gold Earring
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR Rose Cut Diamond Tassel 18 Karat White Gold Earring Stylish, graceful and elegant is what this
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Dutch 14 Carat Gold Tassel Drop Earrings, circa 1850
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous pair of Dutch Victorian 14ct yellow gold fine filigree drop earrings with articulated
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Antique 1880s Dutch High Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coppola E Toppo Ocean Blues Crystal Tassel Earrings 1950S
Located in Wilmslow, GB
earrings are clip ons and feature a solid brass plate and clip. The usual hallmark of a Coppola e Toppo
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20th Century More Earrings

1940s 0.24 Carat Diamond Tassel Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
1940s featuring 3 tassels twisted rope design, dangling at different lengths The earrings have classic
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Medallion Double Tassel Rope Long Drop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Medallion Double Tassel Rope Openwork Chunky Modernist Drop Clip
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1960s Burgundy Rose Beaded Pearls Crystals Tassel Drop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1960s Burgundy Rose Flower Beaded Pearls Crystals Tassel Drop Clip Earrings, Silver
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Vintage 1960s German Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

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Clip Tassel Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of clip tassel earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 27 vintage examples as well as 3 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. modern and Art Deco are consistently popular styles when it comes to clip tassel earrings. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Escada, Chanel and Chantal Thomass produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 3 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many bead, mixed cut and oval cut clip tassel earrings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of clip tassel 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 Tassel Earrings?

Prices for clip tassel earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $195 and can go as high as $37,000, while clip tassel earrings, on average, fetch $925.

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 Tassel 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
    There is no single era that tassel earrings are from. The Ancient Egyptians were the first to sport tassel earrings, and during the 16th century, French artisans of the Guild of the Passementiers became known for creating intricate gemstone-set tassels. Tassel earrings became a trend again in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Find a large selection of tassel earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    What tassel earrings symbolize is a matter of individual interpretation. Historically, tassels have been status symbols that represented wealth or personal achievement. Some people believe that tassels can ward off evil or invite good fortune. However, many people don't assign a special meaning to tassel earrings and wear them simply because they like their appearance. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of tassel earrings.
  • 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 27, 2023
    Whether invisible clip-ons are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, the clear backings that define invisible clip-ons are a form of soft, flexible resin. As a result, some people prefer how they feel against the ear compared to other clip-on earrings. Another advantage of invisible clip-ons is that the backing is difficult to see, creating the illusion that a person is wearing pierced earrings. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection 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.