Modern Clip-on Earrings
MODERN STYLE
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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Style: Modern
Angela Caputi Dangle Resin Clip Earrings Faux Coral and Jade
Located in Atlanta, GA
These amazing Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with a stylized dimensional flower in faux coral color, complemented by a green faux-jade ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Gilt & Enamel King Tut Earrings By Erwin Pearl, 1970s
By Erwin Pearl
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s
- Each earring measures approx 1" x 1"
- Matte gold plate
- Black enamel
- Crystal rhinestone details
- King Tu...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Shrimp Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite earrings showcase a classic domed oval silhouette, accentuated by a distinctive melon ribbed motif reminiscent of the iconic "Shrimp" design. Crafted in lustrous 14K ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Caputi Washed Blue Dangle Resin Geometric Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These very chic Angela Caputi resin clip-on earrings, made in Italy, feature an extra-long dangling shape with geometric elements, faceted beads, and flat disks in a rare washed navy...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels, France Mid-Century Gold and Diamond Flower Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of mid-century gold and diamond clip earrings designed as stylized flowers with reeded gold wire petals and diamond cluster centers, in platinum and 18k. Van Cleef & Arpels, P...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Harry Winston Emerald & Diamond Platinum Earrings, Gübelin Certified
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of Harry Winston signed earrings, featuring 6.99 carats of cushion-shaped Colombian emeralds, elegantly set in rich platinum. These natural emeralds, certified by the ...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage McTeigue for Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
An Enduring Symbol of Brand Excellence and Classic Fashion
Infuse your everyday style or special-occasion attire with the storied heritage of these Vintage McTeigue for Tiffany & Co...
Category
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co Ribbed Hoop Earrings 3/4" 14k Yellow Gold Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage Tiffany & Co leaf ribbed hoop earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
The stylish earrings feature a graduated ribbed design. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1980s Modern 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Clip-on Stars Unsigned Italian Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
1980s Modern 18K Yellow Gold White Diamonds Clip-on Stars One-of-a-kind Unsigned Earrings.
Step back in the 1980s with these unique stars white diamonds earrings made in Italy.
On t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Coco Mark Round CC Button Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bloomington, MN
Discover Timeless Elegance with Chanel
Step into a world of classic sophistication with these Vintage Coco Chanel Round CC Button Earrings. Crafted in 1994, these exquisite gold-pla...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Gilded Drop Statement Earrings With Colorful Gripoix Glass By Les Bernard, 1980s
By Les Bernard
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s
- Each earring measures 2.25" x 1.25"
- Gold plated
- Multicolored "Gripoix" style glass cabochons in Mughal jewel...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Pearl & Diamond Earrings by Trio
By Trio
Located in Miami, FL
This distinguished pair of Mid-20th Century earrings by Trio showcases refined craftsmanship in 18k yellow gold, platinum, cultured pearl, and diamond. Two 16mm semi-baroque silver-w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
MODERNIST 1970 European Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Chalcedony & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist earrings with chalcedony and diamonds.
These are a beautiful pair of clips-on earrings, created in Europe back in the 1970's. The earrings has been crafted as a left a...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Turbo Shell Ear Clips with Emerald and Chrysoprase Cabochons
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Turbo Shell Earrings
Feature 14k Yellow Gold Wire Accents and Backings
Feature Bezel-Set Emerald and Chrysoprase Cabochon Endcaps
Total Length = 1 1/8"
Width = 1"
Total Mass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k yellow gold ear clips with Corallium Rubrum - 10.9 grams - 1.6 cm wide
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ear clips set with Corallium Rubrum - 10.9 grams - 1.6 cm wide
detailed description:
the top of the ear clip is 1.6 cm wide
weight 10.9 grams
set with
- 2 x 1.5 ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.92 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Cluster Earrings
Located in Diera, Dubai
Add a touch of radiant elegance to your look with these exquisite 1.92 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings. Expertly crafted in luxurious 14 Karat White Gold, these earrings feature a bre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jeweled Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings with Jeweled Cheetah Print
Located in Atlanta, GA
Those fabulous Lucite dangling clip-on earrings boast a chandelier shape with a geometric carved design in luminous amber and cocoa brown colors with an animal or cheetah print patte...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
18 Carat White Gold Flower Ruby and Diamond Invisible Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
The top quality ruby which make in invisible setting. We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this kind of setting more than 40 years. The invisible is a highly tech...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Ribbon Clip-On Earrings 1 Inch
Located in New York, NY
A Bold Yet Timeless Statement of Iconic Brand Heritage
Step into a world of enduring glamour with these Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ribbon Earrings, meticulously fashioned in 14K yellow go...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Hoop Earrings With Interchangeable Charm Dangles By Kirks Folly, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- Each earring measures 2.5" long
- Gold plated
- Hoops can be worn alone or with interchangeable charm dangles
...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
HARRY WINSTON Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 2.56 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips earrings designed by Harry Winston.
A gorgeous everyday pair of clips earrings, created in New York City by Harry Winston. The earrings has been crafted in solid yello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Oscar de la Renta Gold Poppy Flower Clip On Earrings, Contemporary
Located in Milford, DE
Poppy flower clip on earrings by Oscar de la Renta. Poppy silhouette with brushed golden finish.
Gold-plated.
Tags, Marks, Hallmarks: Oscar de la Renta, Made in USA
Category
2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
Striking 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Angel Skin Coral, Turquoise, & Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of Late-20th Century 18K yellow gold earrings are absolutely perfect in size, style, and in the generous use of the highest quality materials. Ideal for daytime or...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ilias LaLaounis Crystal Quartz 18K Gold Nautilus Shell Vintage Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as domed rock crystal quartz cabochons carved as nautilus shells
Transparent colorless with frosted finish and measuring 20.0 x 22.0 mm
Set in high polished gold bezels
Comp...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Schlumberger Enamel Earrings 18K Diamonds
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These Schlumberger earrings are special. They are set in 18K Yellow Gold with Blue and Green enamel and a Diamond starburst in the center. The Diamonds are set in Platinum as all S...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Enamel
Vintage Tiffany & Co.18K Yellow Gold Fluted Clip-On Earrings Ideal for Everyday
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful pair of vintage Tiffany & Co. clip-on earrings is neither diminutive nor is it grandiose in scale. In fact, they are exactly the right size for wear to business or for...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Paraiba Tourmaline Flower Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Paraiba Tourmaline Flower Earrings
2 Paraiba Tourmalines - 1.93 CT
24 Paraiba Tourmalines - 2.57 CT
Diamonds - 3.35 CT
18K White Gold - 9.7 GM
Althoff Jewelry gracef...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba, White Gold
Vintage Gilded Hexagon Statement Earrings with Crystal Pavé by Panetta, 1980s
By Panetta
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1.1" tall
- Gold plated
- Crystal rhinestone details
- Clip on earring backs
- By Panetta (signed on clips)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acqui...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Dominique Denaive Paris Red Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dominique Denaive Paris designed those stunning oversized resin clip-on earrings. The sculptural chandelier's dangling shape has carved elements and teardrops in a beautiful red colo...
Category
1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Diamond Sapphire Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Gold Clip-On-Earrings
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These colourful clip-on-earrings are designed as stylized flowers with a large lapis lazuli cabochon in the centre surrounded by gem set flower petals. Each ear clip is surrounded b...
Category
1970s North American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Matte Gold Pearl Button Earrings, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures .9" in diameter
- Gold plated
- Faux pearl
- Clip on earring backs
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- This item has been cleaned & polis...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Earrings Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel CC 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Southbury, CT
These mint condition gold-tone Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel CC Chanel clip-on earrings from France (except for the pads attached to the ear clips) show no signs of wear. They come in th...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Cilea Paris Dangle Floral Leaves Clip Earrings
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris created these cute, dangling resin clip-on earrings. They feature carved and dimensional leaves in chartreuse green and brown colors. One earring is signed on the undersi...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Bvlgari "Cerchi Astrale" Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Lucerne, CH
The Bvlgari diamond earrings from the "Cerchi Astrale" collection, which embodies celestial beauty and timeless elegance. This collection draws inspiration from the cosmos, featuring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Turquoise and Topaz Ear Clips Retractable Posts
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Turquoise and Topaz Ear Clips Retractable Posts
Gorgeous 19k Yellow Gold Ear Clips by Elizabeth Locke
Feature Cabochon Cut Turquoise Main Stones with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, Topaz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Gold Spray Earrings with Turquoise
Located in Darnestown, MD
Lovely airy 14 karat twisted gold earrings terminating with cabochon turquoise stones.
The earrings are 7/8" wide and 1 inch long.
Clip backs can be converted to posts.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Gilded "Venetian Mist" Statement Earrings By Jose Barrera For Avon, 1990
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1.5" x 1"
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- From The "Venetian Mist" Collection By Jose Barrera For Avon...
Category
1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Gold Hoop Earrings With Glass Cabochon Charms By Joan Rivers, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1.5" tall
- Removable glass cabochon charms
- Crystal rhinestone accents
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- By Joan Rivers (signed i...
Category
1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut G VS Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut G Color Diamond Ring
VS2
G COLOR
Category
2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond
Gilt Leaves Over Red Wood Half Hoop Statement Earrings By Isabel Canovas, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- Each earring measures 2" tall
- Gold plated hardware
- Each earring features a gilded leaf over red tone wood
...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
18 Carat White Gold Ruby Invisible Flower Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Invisible flower earrings which make in invisible setting is the top quality ruby. We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearl and Black Enamel Button Earrings With Gilt Rope Trim By St. John, 1980s
By St. John
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- Each earring measures 1" in diameter
- Gold plated
- Black enamel
- Faux pearl cabochons
- Clip on earring ba...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Angela Caputi Dangle Resin Clip Earrings Green and Purple Leaves Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature a long, cascading, and dangling shape with dimensionally carved and textured leaves in a washed green colo...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Elegant Late-20th Century 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Black Onyx & Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Crafted from rich 18K yellow gold, fluted black onyx panels and over 100 modern round brilliant cut diamonds, this very elegant pair of Late-20th Century fan motif earrings have a vi...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Coco Mark Seashell Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bloomington, MN
Discover Timeless Elegance with Coco Chanel Seashell Earrings
Step into the world of classic luxury with these Vintage Coco Chanel Seashell Earrings, a sophisticated piece from the ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
1950s Diamond Floral Spray Clip On Earrings White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Diamond Floral Spray 14k white gold clip-on earrings.
The 1950s Diamond Floral Spray 14K White Gold Clip-On Earrings epitomize the exquisite craftsmanship and design aesthetic...
Category
1950s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 18K Yellow Gold, Turquoise Cabochon, and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of vintage gold, turquoise, and diamond clip earrings.
In 18 karat yellow gold.
Each with central prong-set turquoise oval cabochons surrounded by pave set round single...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Diamond Turquoise 18K White Gold Braided Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
1990s genuine Turquoise Diamond Gold Earrings.
An elegant display of vibrant Summer color & sparkle in these 18K White Gold Earrings.
each set with a cabochon free from cut genuin...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ruffle Ear Clips 1960s
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ruffle Ear Clips 1960s
Gorgeous Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ear Clips
1" Long x 1" Wide
Feature Clip-On Backs
Total Mass = 15 grams
Featured in Bonha...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Amazing Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 6.9 grams.
Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.78 ct.
The brilliant cut diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is rose cut diamond...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Roger Mathon for Cellini NYC 18 Karat Gold & 3.85 Carat Diamond Braided Earrings
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Among insiders in the business of haute joaillerie, Mathon Paris is one of most storied places in the world. It’s not widely known to the public because m...
Category
1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Givenchy Gold Logo Bow Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
These iconic vintage Givenchy bow logo earrings appear to be a sculptural ribbon, forming a looping bow— or, perhaps an abstract flower. Either way, they are beautifully crafted and ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Exceptional GIA Certified 6 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing pair of round brilliant cut diamonds set in solid platinum
F/E color
VVS clarity
None fluorescence
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Richard Kerr AB Jeweled Dangle Clip Earrings Cascading Stars
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr designed these gorgeous chandelier clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are made of his signature pave rhinestones. The pieces boast a cascading shape with two star-shape...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Cartier Maillon Panthere 18k Gold & 2.40ct Diamond Single Ear Clip (1 only)
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Features a single Cartier Maillon Panthere Earring
Accented by 1.2ct Full-cut Diamonds
Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Gross Weight: 11.1 grams
Dimensions: 7/8" x 1/2"
Featured in Heritage Au...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Philippe Ferrandis Baléares Aqua Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Baléares:Like an aquatic wave, simple and translucent.
Crystal stones in marine and floral hues evoke Formentera and the cliffs of Mont Vedra…
Composition
Crystal stones set on champ...
Category
2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
GIA Certified 3 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Diamond Studs
Located in Chicago, IL
Large 3.02ct diamond pair
- Both GIA certified
- Bright white G color
- Eye clean with SI2 clarity
- Square cushion cuts
- Fantastic sparkle and brilliance!
Category
2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
