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14 Karat Carved Green Jade Clip-On Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Carved Green Jade Clip-On Earrings. Vibrant green carved Jade oval earrings with twisted
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Vintage 1970s American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Carved Green Jade Clip-On Earrings
14 Karat Carved Green Jade Clip-On Earrings
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W 0.6 in L 0.75 in
Trifari Ming Series Jade Clips
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Ming Series Faux Jade Clips from the mid 1930's. Early unsigned TKF designs with signature
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Trifari Ming Series Jade Clips
Trifari Ming Series Jade Clips
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W 1 in L 1.3 in
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Jade Clip-On Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
29.31mm by 18.34mm Fastenings: clip-on backs Weight: 11.00 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Carved Jade Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Spiritual and earthy this pair of yellow gold earrings is set with carved jade of 17mm x 11mm in
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nettie Rosenstein Art Deco Faux Jade Clip Brooch
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in New York, NY
Nettie Rosenstein Art Deco articulated pendant clip brooch of rhodium plated sterling silver set
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Pebble Jade Statement Necklace with Matching Clip on Earrings
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
. The necklace weighs 202.6 grams. The necklace is pared with a pair of pebble jade clip on earrings
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Jade and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Dome Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
carats of brilliant cut diamonds and 62.61 carats of black jade. Clip-backs complete the earrings, which
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2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Jade and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Dome Earrings
Black Jade and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Dome Earrings
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W 0.96 in D 0.38 in L 0.96 in
Wedderien 1928 Art Deco Carved Jade Clip Platinum 12.51 Cts Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco clip brooch designed by Wedderien. An exceptional piece from the American art deco
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Pl...

David Webb Jade Diamond Ruby Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Jade has been regarded historically by the Chinese as the “stone of heaven,” prized above diamonds
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20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cushion Black Jade 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
with each cabochon measuring 14.27 by 14.42 by 7.7mm. Clip-backs fasten the earrings.
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2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Black Jade, Jade, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Cushion Black Jade 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
Cushion Black Jade 18K Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
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W 0.9 in D 0.75 in L 0.91 in
1970s Black Jade t Tear Drop Clip-On 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Wear this chic and fashionable Vintage 1970s Black Jade 18K Gold Polka Dot Tear Drop Clip Earrings
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Vintage 1970s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold

1.80 Carat Marque Shaped Jade Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
1 Large Marque shaped jade 21x7.5mm Jade is surrounded by 10 rows of Diamonds Total Diamond
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20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold

Oscar Heyman Diamond and Black Jade Art Deco - Inspired Clip Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
) and 40 square black jade pieces weighing 2.22cts (before cutting weight). The black jade is cut by
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2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, Platinum

Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage pair of Jadeite jade carving ear clips with onyx. The jade carvings are natural and
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
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W 0.79 in L 0.94 in
Vintage Art Deco Clip on Earrings Silver Gilt Jade Cabochons
Located in Munich, Bavaria
jade cabochon.
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Silver

Vintage Art Deco Clip on Earrings Silver Gilt Jade Cabochons
Vintage Art Deco Clip on Earrings Silver Gilt Jade Cabochons
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H 0.79 in W 0.71 in D 0.4 in
Zobel Jade and 18-Karat Gold Round Clip-On Earrings
By Zobel
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
many occasions. A round green jade set in textured gold with twenty scale like moving disks
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Early 2000s German Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Mint Jade Stud Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Mint Jade Earrings Mint Jade Cabochons Diamonds 0.46 Carat Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Jade Teardrop Dangling Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These are easy to wear clip on drop earrings by David Webb. Made with natural jade in pure 18k
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios Geometric Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Inlaid Black Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric dotted clip earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very beautiful pair, created by Angela
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Pyrite, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co 1977 Angela Cummings Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Black Jade
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. A beautiful pair of clips
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Allure Clips-On Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Black Jade Inlaid
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Allure earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very rare, beautiful pair of clips on earrings
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1990s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mings White Jade Sphere and Leaves Clip on Earrings in 14k
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 7.4 Grams Jade
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Oversized Oval Jade Ruby Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely spectacular these oversized jade earrings will make all heads turn they are that
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios 1984 Clips Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Black Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
patterns, carved from natural black jade. They are suited with posts (Removable) for pierced ears and
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elizabeth Gage 1989 London Enameled Egyptian Clips Earrings 18Kt Gold With Jade
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Miami, FL
backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done. Jade: Mounted
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Vintage 1980s English Egyptian Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Angela Cummings Tiffany & Co. Mother Black Jade 18 K Gold Checkerboard Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
. Designed in a checker board with polished black jade inlay worked in 18 karat yellow gold, these ear clips
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Carved and Pierced Jade Hammered 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand hammered 18 karat yellow gold earrings set with carved and pierced jade. These earrings
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Carved and Pierced Jade Hammered 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
David Webb Carved and Pierced Jade Hammered 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
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H 1.38 in W 0.88 in D 0.75 in L 1.38 in
Vintage KRAMER gold jade flower clip on designer earrings
By Kramer
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KRAMER • gold tone w jade stones • vintage designer runway earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Tiffany Co 1978 Angela Cummings Jade Oval Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful pair of modernist clips
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mings Cabochon Jade and Pearl Clip on Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 13.8 Grams Earring Diameter: 25 mm x 19 mm Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Condition: Preowned
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios 1983 Lotus Clip Earrings in 18Kt Gold with Nephrite Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Lotus clips earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Extremely rare pieces created in New York city
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co 1970s Angela Cummings Domed Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Opal Jade
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
for fastening clips. The post option for pierced ears can be easily added. Embellished, with an
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co 1970s Angela Cummings Domed Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Opal Jade
Tiffany Co 1970s Angela Cummings Domed Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Opal Jade
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W 1.02 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.02 in L 1.02 in
1960's, Buccellati Jade Sapphire 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Drop Ear-Clip Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ear-clip earrings have a stylized brushed gold surmount accented by sapphires Rendered as 3.0 mm
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Vintage 1960s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Modernist 1970 Clip-On Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold 24.30 Ctw Maw Sit Sit Jade
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clip-on earrings with Maw Sit Sit Jade. Beautiful designer's pair of earrings crafted in
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
cabochon jades Total Approximate Diamond Weight: 2.2 carats Length: 0.88" Back Type: Clip-on with post
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade & Diamond Earrings
Jade & Diamond Earrings
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L 0.88 in
Jade & Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
jade Back Type: Clip-on
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Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade & Pearl Earrings
Jade & Pearl Earrings
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L 1 in
Yellow Gold French Carved Green Jade Faces Diamond Ear Clips Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Handcarved Jade Faces Ear clips with Gold Diamond-Accented Wings. 2 carved jade faces ap
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clip-on Earrings

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Jade Jadeite Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Jade Jadeite Clip-On Earrings Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Condition
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Mint Jade Earrings Mint Jade Cabochons
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Cluster Diamond & Mint Jade Earrings Mint Jade Cabochons Diamonds 0.36 Carat Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Arthur Pepper Retro Jade and Amethyst Faux Pearl Clip On Star Earrings, ART
By Arthur Pepper
Located in Milford, DE
A pair of 1950s Arthur Pepper clip on earrings, featuring gold-tone stars decorated with jade and
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20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal

Purple jade Donut Earrings
By Sorab & Roshi
Located in Greenwich, CT
Purple jade Donut Earrings (16mm radius )with faceted Amethyst center and detachable pave pink
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Purple jade Donut Earrings
Purple jade Donut Earrings
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W 0.6 in L 1.25 in
Certified Natural Icy Jadeite Jade & Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings, Lucky Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. Here is a speciality cut Jade (13.80 cts) earrings. The jade
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2010s Hong Kong Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

JAR Lavender Jade and Chrysoprase Earrings
By JAR
Located in New York, NY
JAR Lavender Jade and Chrysoprase Earrings Signed JAR Paris Approximate Length: 1.50" Back Type
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Midcentury Jadeite Jade Diamond Gold Earring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
jade, true gems. The natural green jade is surrounded 4 carats of round and baguette cut diamonds in a
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Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Jade Cushion Drop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
securing a teardrop carving of black jade. The total weight of the gem is 4 carats. Clip-backs complete the
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Jade Cushion Drop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Black Jade Cushion Drop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
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W 0.92 in D 0.45 in L 2.4 in
Ming's Black Jade and Cultured Pearl Leaf Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ming's Black Jade and Cultured Pearl Leaf Earrings set in 14k gold. Marquise black jade stones set
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Cultured Pearl, Black Jade, 14k Gold

Elegant Carved Jade Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautifully carved translucent jade is framed with single cut diamonds to create simple elegance
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Black Jade Gold Swirl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
. The total weight of the black jade is 7.76 carats. Clip-backs secure the earrings, which measure 0.98
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Black Jade Gold Swirl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Black Jade Gold Swirl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
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W 0.98 in D 0.85 in L 1.06 in
18K Yellow Gold and Black Jade Corner Quartet Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
brings light and the black jade brings distinction. Clip-backs fasten the earrings, which measure 0.81
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2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Black Jade Corner Quartet Earrings
18K Yellow Gold and Black Jade Corner Quartet Earrings
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W 0.82 in D 0.43 in L 0.85 in
Angela Cummings Jade and Peridot Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Dallas, TX
Angela Cummings earrings featuring checkered green jade and pear shaped peridot. Stamped ANGELA
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Jade and Peridot Earrings
Angela Cummings Jade and Peridot Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 1 in
Carved Jade And Diamond Earclips 18K Gold, 1970
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Carved Jade And Diamond Earclips 18K Gold. Created around 1970. Carved jade and round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Black Jade Star Aquamarine 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Black jade is the gem of choice cut in a star shape for a bold statement. 18k yellow gold accents
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2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Jade Star Aquamarine 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Black Jade Star Aquamarine 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
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W 0.99 in D 0.38 in L 0.99 in
Natural Jadeite Jade Diamond and Gold Rectangular Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rectangular 14k gold earrings, set with center natural jadeite jade stones - measure approx
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold

Lavender Jade Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lavender Jade 65.30 carats Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 2.5 cm Total
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2010s Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Lavender Jade Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
Lavender Jade Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
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W 0.91 in L 0.99 in
Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Black Jade Polka Dot Earrings
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
1980s oval dome shape earrings in 18k yellow gold inset with black jade to create a positive
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Gold and Black Jade Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Atlanta, GA
shape design with bands of black jade is chic and quite wearable. 1 inch in length.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Black Jade, 18k Gold

White Jadeite Jade 18K Gold Earclips by Gumps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One pair of white jadeite jade 18K yellow gold earclips by Gumps centering two oval cabochon jade
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

White Jadeite Jade 18K Gold Earclips by Gumps
White Jadeite Jade 18K Gold Earclips by Gumps
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H 0.56 in W 0.71 in
Ambrosi Exclusive 18 Karat Rose Gold, Lavender Jade Clover Earrings
By Ambrosi
Located in New York, NY
Jade. The width measures approximately .88 inches. The height measures approximately .88 inches
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Pair of 14k Gold and Lavender Jade Teardrop Cabochon Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
lavender jade cabochons (likely enhanced). Set with omega clips for additional security. Simply wonderful
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Pair of 14k Gold and Lavender Jade Teardrop Cabochon Earrings
Pair of 14k Gold and Lavender Jade Teardrop Cabochon Earrings
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H 0.95 in W 0.56 in D 0.63 in
Mings Oval White Jade Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Jade: Natural White Jade
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Jade Clip For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate jade clip for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 356 vintage or 96 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect jade clip among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic jade clip over the years, but those made by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co., Angela Cummings and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A jade clip of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring jade, from our inventory of 213, is particularly popular. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and round cut versions for sale. When shopping for a jade clip, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Jade Clip?

On average, a jade clip at 1stDibs sells for $4,450, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $85,000 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.