What is a French clasp earring?

A French clasp earring is a pierced earring with a uniquely designed backing. Specifically, the French clasp is a curved wire mounted on a hinge that fits over the post after you insert the earring. Also called the French clip, the hardware helps to keep earrings from rotating or bending in a piercing. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of French clip earrings.

What is French enamel?

French enamel is a type of decoration produced by applying liquid glass to metal. The French company Limoges popularized the technique during the 16th century, producing jewelry and decorative objects with intricately painted portraits, flowers and landscape scenes. You'll find a collection of French enamel furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.

French Enamel Clasp

Skull Necklace

18 K Gold Clasps

Victorian Forget Me Not

Pendulums Jewelry

Antique Fede Ring

19th Century Bracelet French

Croc Clutch

18k Yellow Gold Bird Necklaces

Multi Strand Pendulum Spike Necklace Skull Clasp Rose Gold Plated

$900

L 22 in

Multi Strand Pendulum Spike Necklace Skull Clasp Rose Gold Plated

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: 14k rose gold plated brass and glass enamel Color: Rose gold and deep blue Style: Archival multi-strand pendulum spike statement necklace with skull clasp Length: 24 inche...

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Early 2000s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Brass, Enamel

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French long necklace with enamel clasp

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L 27.56 in

French long necklace with enamel clasp

Located in PARIS, FR

French long necklace with enamel clasp and 14 karat and 18 karat rose gold.

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Antique 1860s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

Regional enamel flat clasp in 18k gold, Normandy

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H 0.48 in W 0.95 in

Regional enamel flat clasp in 18k gold, Normandy

Located in PARIS, FR

Ram head hallmark (active between 1819-1838, french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) Clasp dimensions: 12 x 24 mm Condition: scratches from use, missing enamel, slight dents Wei...

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Antique 1830s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Clasped Fede Ring with Enamel Forget Me Nots

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Clasped Fede Ring with Enamel Forget Me Nots

Located in New York, NY

The two hands of this Victorian ring unclasp into two bands connected by hinge at the bottom. Fede rings have been popular for centuries, symbolizing both love and friendship. This r...

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Antique 1850s French Victorian More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

French 19th Century Enamelled Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet

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French 19th Century Enamelled Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet

Located in Poitiers, FR

Authentic antique jewel - French work of the XIXth century. Slight lack of enamel on the clasp, not very visible.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 19th Century Enamel Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace

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French 19th Century Enamel Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Authentic antique jewel - French work of the XIXth century. Slight lack of enamel, not very visible.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 20th Century Enamel Clasp 18 K Yellow Gold Double Jaseron Mesh Necklace

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French 20th Century Enamel Clasp 18 K Yellow Gold Double Jaseron Mesh Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Authentic antique jewel - French work of the early XXth century. Small, inconspicuous lack of enamel on both sides of the clasp.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Hermès Constance Bag Rouge H Box Leather Enamelled Clasp 23 cm RARE

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H 6.7 in W 1.97 in L 9.06 in

Hermès Constance Bag Rouge H Box Leather Enamelled Clasp 23 cm RARE

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Stunning Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bag " CONSTANCE " Made in France Stamp J in circle (1980). Vintage Outside made of Box Leather, inside lined with Lambskin Leather Colorway: R...

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1950s Black Crocodile Clutch with Hand Painted Enamel Cameos

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W 5.5 in D 2 in L 8 in

1950s Black Crocodile Clutch with Hand Painted Enamel Cameos

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant black croc embossed clutch dating from the 1950's. 3 hand painted cameo details on french enamel clasp, embellished with beautiful bow details embellished little crystals.

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1950s French Clutches

French 20th Century Cultured Pearl Enameled Clasp Long Necklace

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French 20th Century Cultured Pearl Enameled Clasp Long Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Long necklace made up of 128 pearly white cultured pearls, of identical size. The clasp is in 18 karat rose gold, with chased and enamelled decoration.

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20th Century French Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

French 20th Century Enamel Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jaseron Mesh Necklace

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French 20th Century Enamel Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jaseron Mesh Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

This elegant yellow gold antique chain features a jaseron chain, held at each end by a rectangular ratchet clasp. One side of the clasp is adorned with delicately chased pansy flower...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique French Clasp Enamel Pansy on Gold 18 Karats, Victorian Clasp

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H 0.83 in W 1.34 in

Antique French Clasp Enamel Pansy on Gold 18 Karats, Victorian Clasp

Located in PARIS, FR

Antique French clasp enamel pansy on gold 18 karats. This rare clasp of Normandy, in hollow gold, takes the form of a rectangular plate.

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Long Necklace Enamel Clasp in Rose Gold

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L 43.31 in

Victorian Long Necklace Enamel Clasp in Rose Gold

Located in PARIS, FR

Victorian long necklace enamel clasp in rose gold 18 karats. The clasp is oblong shape with six facets.

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

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French Enamel Clasp For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the french enamel clasp you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, enamel and 18k gold. You can easily find a 176 antique edition and 33 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect french enamel clasp among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A french enamel clasp from Hermès, Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any french enamel clasp from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 36 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a french enamel clasp, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a French Enamel Clasp?

Prices for a french enamel clasp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $119 and can go as high as $158,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,795.