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Diamond Dangle Chandelier Front Back Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous and grand pair of front back diamond dangle earrings. 15.73 carats of white round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond

French 1900s Jet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately. Authentic antique jewelry - French work around 1900. Our opinion : Lever- back earrings that were
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever- Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
lever-back type and slip on from the front. A round pearly white oriental pearl is held in claws and
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever-Back Daisy Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat rose gold, and silver, mixed hallmark. Important lever-back
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

20th Century Pink Sapphire 18 Karat yellow Gold Platinum Lever Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Charming lever-back earrings
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

0.95 Carat Natural Pink Diamond Pear Shape Lever-Back Earrings in 18k ref1572
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
These beautiful lever-back dangle earrings feature multiple round pink diamonds arranged in a pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Earrings 18 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
at the last photo. These earrings have a white gold front and yellow gold back. The base of these
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Cartier Sixties Diamond and Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
craftsmanship, and an aesthetic vision that makes each piece a fabulous jewel. These earrings deliver on all
Category

Vintage 1960s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
- cabochon front, facet back - creating beautiful reflection. The earrings measured 1-3/8" height. Straight
Category

2010s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
30ct Flower Blue Topaz & White Sapphire Earrings
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H 1.38 in W 0.59 in
20th Century Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
earrings are threaded from the back. They are decorated on the front with an oval emerald held in claws
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

.40ct Natural Diamonds Lever Clip Earrings 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
gold 3.2 grams Earring measure 20mm long 3.5mm wide (diamond row) Depth: 12mm (front to back
Category

2010s American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.40ct Natural Diamonds Lever Clip Earrings 14kt Gold
.40ct Natural Diamonds Lever Clip Earrings 14kt Gold
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W 0.14 in D 0.48 in L 0.79 in
Earrings with Topaz and Diamond 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
/SI Detailed description the front of the earring is 2.0 cm high and 8.8 mm wide Total weight: 4.0
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2010s European Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct White Gold & Brilliant Diamond Quatrefoil Decorative Earrings
Located in London, GB
earrings are perfect for the office and then into cocktail hour! With a total diamond weight of 0.16ct
Category

2010s European Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum Earrings, circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage, late Art Deco, sapphire, diamond and platinum earrings, with graduating oval
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Dogwood & Pearl Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
petals of each flower with the backs and front trim finished in a polished gold while the inside of the
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Early 2000s American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Dogwood & Pearl Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Dogwood & Pearl Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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H 0.79 in W 0.95 in D 0.95 in Dm 0.95 in L 0.95 in
French 20th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, and platinum. Pair of
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Dome Ring and Earrings White Gold Set
Located in Miami Beach, FL
. The earrings have posts with omega backs. Measure .88" tall by .53" wide by .60" deep The ring is a
Category

Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Dome Ring and Earrings White Gold Set
Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Dome Ring and Earrings White Gold Set
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H 0.52 in D 0.97 in L 0.95 in
Antique 10ct Rose Gold Alexandrite Dormeuse Earrings Circa 1920s Valued $3150
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
with a back-to-front ear wire so that they can be worn by day and are comfortable when asleep. They
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Alexandrite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Stunning Stylish Art Deco 18ct Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb pair of Art Deco period earrings, circa 1920. Designed in 18 carat gold and platinum front
Category

20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Art Deco 1.60 Ct Diamond Solitaire Dormeuse 18 KT Plat Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb Art Deco Diamond traditional Dormouse drop earrings are 1920 ca Hand fabricated of
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Champagne Crystal Curved Glamour Earrings by Heid Daus Lever Pierced
By Heidi Daus
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The detail that went into the design of these Art Deco style earrings is amazing. They have
Category

1990s Asian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Crystal

2.95 Carat T.W. Yellow/White Diamond Earrings, with 1.4ct GIA centers ref1163
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
well as those decorating the front of the lever-back hoop, bring the total weight to 2.95 carats. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

IGI Certified Lily of the Valley Gold & Diamond Flower Stud Earrings with Lapis
Located in Dubai, DU
A fabulous estate pair of flower stud earrings with a bold presence and incredible sparkle
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Ancient Greek, 330 B.C, Silver Coins Set in 22K Gold Hand Hammered Earrings.
Located in Aspen, CO
. The earring backs are made well. The craftsmanship of the hand hammered gold surrounding and setting
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Lever-Back Ear...

Materials

22k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Creoles
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered new, design 18 kt creoles on the front set with 46 brilliant cut diamonds of 0,40 ct of
Category

2010s European Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Creoles
 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Creoles
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in L 0.52 in
Front to Back 3-Chain Earrings
Located in Salisbury, CT
Ear elegance. This dainty pair of earrings is pulled together with 3 tiny chains and a bold bar
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Silver

Front Back Multi Sapphire Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful front back multi sapphire earrings are handcrafted of 18K gold, 5.3 carat sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Front Back Double Sided Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Ruby Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Tsavorite Front Back Double Sided Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Cast from 18-karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Amethyst Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Sapphire Front Back Double Sided Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Cast from 18-karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Amber Tsavorite Front Back Double Sided Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Cast from 18-karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Amber, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Black Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Blue Sapphire Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Amber Citrine Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Amber, Citrine, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Agate Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Unusual 14k Gold Back to Front Ball Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cool and unusual 14k Gold Back to Front Ball Drop Earrings from the 1970's. Larger ball unscrews so
Category

Vintage 1970s American More Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Front Back Double Sided Diamond Turquoise Tunnel Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front Back Double Sided Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Front to Back 3-Chain Earrings, Yellow Silver, Malachite
Located in Salisbury, CT
Ear elegance. This dainty pair of earrings is pulled together with 3 tiny chains and a bold bar
Category

2010s American Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Malachite, Silver

Concoction Front-Back Hoop Earring by Rupali Adani Fine Jewellery
Located in Dubai, DU
. General Earring Backing : Push Back | Size & Fit : Designed for Pierced Ears "
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2010s Emirian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Front to Back 5-Chain Earrings, Sterling Silver, Black Agate
Located in Salisbury, CT
Ear elegance. This dainty pair of earrings is pulled together with 5 tiny chains and a bold bar
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian 10.28Cttw. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Front Back Double Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
craftsmanship. These captivating earrings feature two graduating front and back pear-shaped drops, each encased
Category

2010s Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Vintage Alexis Bittar Designer Solanales Crystal Front Back Double Drop Earrings
By Alexis Bittar
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Front to back Alexis Bittar Designer Silhouette Earrings. Designed with 14k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Front and Back Hoop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Front And Back Hoop Earrings 3 grams total weight.
Category

2010s Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Front and Back Spear Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: G Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: earrings measure 51.50mm in length Weight: 7.73 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Front Back Double Sided Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Front Back Double Sided Yellow Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Be on top of the newest earring trend with a pair of double-sided stud earrings. Handcrafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cervin Blanc 18ct White Gold Diamond Earrings 0.80ct Front Back Hoops milgrain
Located in Ilford, GB
gently front to back and diamond drops add slight movement Absolutely beautiful piece 0.80ct milgrain
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Hoop Earrings

Yellow Gold Rope Chain Front-Back Dangle Earrings 14k Hoop-Inspired Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Front-Back Dangle Chain Style: Rope Fastening Type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Victorian Paste 14k Yellow Gold Back to Front Ear Wire Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Victorian Paste 14k Yellow Gold Back to Front Ear Wire Earrings. Featuring two paste
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Antique 1880s Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cervin Blanc 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings 0.80ct Front Back Hoops Near 1ct
Located in Ilford, GB
gently front to back and diamond drops add slight movement Absolutely beautiful piece 0.80ct G VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Hoop Earrings

18K Buff Top Sapphire Diamond Back To Front Hoop Earrings 11.85cttw F Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A fabulous pair of lever-back hoop earrings done in 18K yellow gold set with approximately 6.40cttw
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

6.15ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Jacket Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Earrings, Front Back Earrings, Easter Gift These Dainty Diamond Earrings are a promise of perfection and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cervin Blanc 18ct White Gold Diamond Earrings 1ct Front To Back One Carat Video
Located in Ilford, GB
High fine jewellery earrings where earrings wrap gently front to back 18k Gold stamped on butterflies
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21st Century and Contemporary British Chandelier Earrings

Upcycled turquoise in 14k gold, and 18k gold rolo chain front to back earrings
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
This lovely earring set is part two of an amazing upcycle project by Mary Elizabeth of Glitter and
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

6.06 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Pear Diamond Jacket Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Diamond Front Back Earrings, 18k Gold Minimalistic Earrings, Nickel Free Ear Jacket White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

TJD 1 Carat Round Diamond 14K Rose Gold Front-Back Pear Shaped Floral Earrings
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
buffed lustre, these diamond hoop earrings secure comfortably with post and back
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Diamond Flower Cluster Push Back Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Earrings Information Setting : Push Back Setting Metal : 14k Gold Diamond Carat Weight : 0.50ttcw Diamond
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Front Back Earring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the front back earring 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, 18k Gold and Silver. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1 vintage or 30 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect front back earring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a front back earring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Meghna Jewels, BOON and Campanelli & Pear are consistently popular. A front back earring of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 21, is particularly popular. See these pages for a single cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also ball cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a front back earring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Front Back Earring?

On average, a front back earring at 1stDibs sells for $4,200, while they’re typically $199 on the low end and $32,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Front Back Earring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A paddle-back earring is a clip-on earring with a particular type of closure. Specifically, the design includes a wide fastener with a tension bar cutting through its middle. Once the earring is in place, you can bend the tension bar to tighten or loosen the clip and adjust the fit. Shop a diverse assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A latch-back earring is an earring with a particular type of backing. Specifically, it features a post that snaps into a small hole, similar to a latch on a gate. The design is simple to operate and helps to keep earrings securely in place. Shop a collection of latch-back earrings on 1stDibs.
  • A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Hinge-back earrings are earrings with a certain type of closure. Specifically, they feature a post mounted on a hinge that snaps into a groove to secure the earrings in place. Also called a saddle-back or hinged saddle-back, the closure is common on hoop earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of hinge-back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Euro back earrings are earrings with a certain type of fastener hardware. The earrings feature a curved metal wire that slips through the piercing and a curved hinged element that flips upward to secure it. You will also see Euro back earrings referred to as Euro clasps, Euro wires and leverbacks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Euro back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings can fall off if the screws become threaded over time. It’s best to keep a close eye on the condition of the screw and have them repaired or converted if needed. Shop a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.