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Seguso Glass and Pearl Ear Clips
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Seguso Glass and Pearl Ear Clips from the 1950's Italy. Deep blue blown glass tubes border a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Seguso Glass and Pearl Ear Clips
Seguso Glass and Pearl Ear Clips
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Marina B Atomo Gold & Pearl Ear Clips
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Marina B "Atomo" gold and cultured pearl ear clips, France 8 pearls measuring approximately 8.3 to
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina B Atomo Gold & Pearl Ear Clips
Marina B Atomo Gold & Pearl Ear Clips
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Angela Cummings for Assael Diamond Pearl Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael diamond pearl ear clips Round-cut diamonds of approximately 6 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Monet Floral Pearl Ear Clips
By Monet
Located in Dubai, DU
Luxuriously designed for a timeless aesthetic, these vintage Monet floral pearl ear clips add
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Vintage 1980s North American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

18 Karat White Gold Pearl Ear Clips, Earrings with Diamonds, by Carl. Bucherer
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Berlin, DE
Original 18 Karat White Gold Pearl Ear Clips with Diamonds, by BUCHERER Diamonds, very good
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Early 2000s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
These fanciful geometric Bulgari ear clips feature rainbow hued gemstones surmounting an
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Late 20th Century Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips
Bulgari Gemset and Pearl Ear Clips
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W 1.12 in L 1.04 in
Angela Cummings for Assael Gold Pearl Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael 18 karat yellow gold ear clips with dangling pearls. The pearl
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2010s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exotic South Sea Pearls Ear Clips with 7.78 Carats Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Exotic South Sea Pearls Ear clips (pearl mm size - 13mm) with 7.78 cts diamonds Wrapped in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Exotic South Sea Pearls Ear Clips with 7.78 Carats Diamonds
Exotic South Sea Pearls Ear Clips with 7.78 Carats Diamonds
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W 0.99 in Dm 0.52 in L 0.99 in
Cartier Diamond Pearl Ear Clips & Ring Suite, circa 1970s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A lovely jewelry suite comprising of a pair of ear clips and a ring, made by Cartier circa 1970-80s
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Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Large Gilded gold filigree "Oysters" Accented with Pearls Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
These large gilded gold filigree "Oysters" ear clips are accented with pearls and
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Cartier, a pair of diamond and cultured pearl ear clips
By Cartier
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
each of scroll design pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds to a cultured pearl surmount, clip
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

David Webb Diamond Pearl Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold diamond pearl earclips, 20 round diamonds weighing approx. 1.25 cts GH VS stamps Webb
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20th Century American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Eye-Catching Retro Chanel Style 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Mabe Pearl Ear Clips
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
These large 18 K yellow gold clip earrings feature two mabe pearls that measure almost 2 cm in
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asch Grossbardt 14 Karat Gold, Diamond, Black Onyx and Mother-of-Pearl Ear Clips
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Asch Grossbardt, 14K yellow gold ear clips, set with 28 full cut round diamonds weighing .56cts, GH
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1990s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Other, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Baroque Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold Baroque freshwater pearl ear clips, pearls measuring 18.2mm x 14.9mm and 17.3mm x
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2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

4.05 Carat Diamond and Golden South Sea Pearl Ear Clips with Removable Tassel
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Golden south sea cultured pearls measuring 14mm, set with 110 round diamonds weighing 3.15 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Miriam Haskell Embroidered Faux Pearl Earclips
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Embroidered Faux Pearl ear clips from the 1950's. Faux pearls are hand sewn onto the
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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Bvlgari Pearl Diamond Ruby Ear Clips
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of ear clips made by Bvlgari. Each ear clip features a pearl center accented by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pair of 18k yellow gold earrings, feature lovely mabe pearls. The pearls are
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
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W 0.75 in L 0.83 in
Ugo Correani Spiral Pearl Earclips
By Ugo Correani
Located in New York, NY
Ugo Correani Spiral Pearl Ear clips from 1980's Italy. Faux baroque grey pearls with pave spiral
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Vintage 1980s Italian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ugo Correani Spiral Pearl Earclips
Ugo Correani Spiral Pearl Earclips
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W 0.75 in L 3 in
David Webb Pearl and Diamond Ear-clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Diamond and Pearl earrings in 18k yellow gold and platinum. These earrings have mabe
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Charles Krypell Mabé Pearls Diamond Gold Ear Clips
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
Charles Krypell 18 karat yellow gold ear clips, marked Krypell / 750 Mabé pearls 14 mm, baguette
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1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

De Vroomen Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
By De Vroomen
Located in New York, NY
These lovely 18kt yellow gold red enamel De Vroomen signed ear clips feature a mabe pearl center
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Late 20th Century British Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Amethyst Mabe Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
In a lovely floral design these 18 karat yellow gold ear clips are centrally set with 2 large mabe
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Golden South Sea Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips.
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Ear clips set with 82 round diamonds weighing approximately 3.50 carats, and 2 south sea natural
Category

Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Large Curve Pearls with Rhinestones Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
These wonderfully detailed ear clips in gilded gold set with pearls and rhinestones measures 1 3/4
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl Pear Ear Clips
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Kenneth Jay Lane Ear clips with large faux pear shaped pearls. Ornate pave mounted
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl Pear Ear Clips
Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl Pear Ear Clips
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W 0.8 in L 1.5 in
Angela Cummings for Assael Diamond Pearl Drop Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael diamond pearl drop ear clips Round-cut diamonds of approximately 5
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Mabé Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Francisco, CA
Circa 1980's, these VCA NY 18k gold clip earrings are classic designs from the period. Each earring
Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings Mother of Pearl & Gold Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings mother of pearl and gold ear clips, large model Domed ovals inlaid with mother-of
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Mother of Pearl & Gold Ear Clips
Angela Cummings Mother of Pearl & Gold Ear Clips
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W 0.91 in L 1.15 in
Angela Cummings for Assael Criss Cross Pearl Diamond Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael "Criss Cross" pearl diamond ear clips Full-cut diamonds of
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
pearl, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Total diamond carat weight approx. 13.0 cts. and pearl approx
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura White And Black South Sea Pearl Diamond Ear Clips
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
A pair of diamond, white & grayish South sea pearl earrings, signed Verdura. Circa 1990s Pearl
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1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

ginkgo ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts, pearl jewelry
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage 1970s Japanese glass pearls, glass beads size:length 7.5cm An ear clip
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2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Brass

Impressive Large Black & White South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted these platinum stylish and chic ear clips feature
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1990s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Ear clips with South Sea Pearls & Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Explore the elegance of these classic ear clips with pearls and diamonds in 18 Karat yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl and Crystal Ring Ear Clips
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Striking Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl and Crystal Ring Ear Clips from the 1980's. Large faux pearls are
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Platinum Pearl Diamond Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The only thing more captivating than a perfectly round, smooth, lustrous pearl is heightened by a
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Chanel ear clips by Maison Gripoix with large pearls attached, signed 2CC8
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
An extraordinary ear clip designed by Victoire de Castellane for Chanel in 1984. The flower is
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

 Chanel ear clips by Maison Gripoix with large pearls attached, signed 2CC8
 Chanel ear clips by Maison Gripoix with large pearls attached, signed 2CC8
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W 0.32 in D 0.24 in Dm 0.55 in L 0.94 in
Large Multi-Color "Stones", Rhinestones and Pearl Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
This large multi-color "stones" along with pearls and rhinestones ear clips measures 1 1
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Tiffany & Co. 1993 4.62 Carat Diamond Pearl Platinum Fireworks Ear-Clip Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering 8.0 mm round pearls - pink in body color with strong iridescence and good luster
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1990s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels large Mother-of- Pearl 'Rose de Noel' Ear -Clips French
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pair of Gold, Mother-of- Pearl and Diamond 'Rose de Noel' Ear-clips, France
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Early K.J.L. Pave Faux Pearl Schlumberger Style Ear Clips
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Early Kenneth Jay Lane Pave Faux Pearl Schlumberger Style Ear Clips of a faux faceted pearls with
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

18kt South Sea Pearl & Diamond Earings
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Pair of 18kt Yellow & White Gold Earings, each set with a South Sea Pearl measuring
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt South Sea Pearl & Diamond Earings
18kt South Sea Pearl & Diamond Earings
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Freshwater Pearl Silver wide Ear Cuff
By HSU London
Located in CLYDEBANK, GB
pearl or gemstones.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Freshwater Pearl Silver wide Ear Cuff
Freshwater Pearl Silver wide Ear Cuff
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W 0.2 in D 0.4 in L 0.99 in
Marianne Ostier South Sea Peal Diamond Platinum Ear Clips
By Marianne Ostier
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted these chic and elegant 1950s ear clips by Marianne
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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Maison Gripoix Chanel Emerald Camelia Ear Clips
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
cabochon Camelia ear clips. Settings of hand made gilt bronze wire work. 1990's France. Excellent
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1990s French Romantic Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

 Maison Gripoix Chanel Emerald Camelia Ear Clips
 Maison Gripoix Chanel Emerald Camelia Ear Clips
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begonia with bee ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
size:length 10cm Total length 10 cm, pearl size 4 mm, vintage parts date 1970s, clip-on so can be worn in
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2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Brass

Vintage ANNE KLEINN huge matte gold chain rope pearl runway designer clip on ear
By Anne Klein
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • clip on designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

1960s Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Clips Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Ear clip in 14 karat yellow gold. Each of the antique clips forms a leaf made up
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20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel clip-on ear shape of a cross sign. 1970-1981, gold plated, faux pearls
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very early ear clips by Chanel from the 70/80 years in the shape of a cross flanked by 4 false
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Vintage 1970s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

bee ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:cotton pearl,1970’s American vintage parts,brass, swarovski size:length 3.7cm Total
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2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Other, Brass

1970s 14K Gold Pearl Clip On Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sophistication. The 1970s 14K Gold Pearl Clip-On Stud Earrings are a symbol of classic elegance, perfect for
Category

Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Earings set with onyx and mother-of-pearl 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with onyx and mother-of-pearl Detailed description: the
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Clip Earrings 18 Carat White Gold Set with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18 kt white gold pearl and diamond earrings. Pearl clip-on earrings. They each hold a large
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Early 2000s French Romantic Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold for Non-Pierced Ears Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For non- pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold. Each earring is decorated with a modern
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Clip on Crescent Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pair of South Sea pearl and diamond earrings features two splendid large South Sea pearls of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Diamond South Sea Pearl Platinum Flower Clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
12.5 mm South pearls, high luster & pinkish silver undertones.  flanked by a cluster of round-cut
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Antique Cultured Pearl 1.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Clip-On Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique 1930s cultured pearl and 1.10 carat diamond, platinum
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

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

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Pearls Earings Clips For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of pearls earings clips for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our selection of items includes 149 vintage examples as well as 18 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of pearls earings clips made by Contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. David Webb, Van Cleef & Arpels and Bvlgari each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Browse our collection of 90 Pearl versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut pearls earings clips and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping our range of pearls earings clips, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Pearls Earings Clips?

On average, pearls earings clips at 1stDibs sell for $4,500, while they’re typically $184 on the low end and $375,000 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 Pearls Earings Clips
  • 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
    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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To get clip-on earrings to stay on, first ensure that they're in good condition. If the fasteners are loose, take them to an expert jewelry repairer to have them tightened. Many types of clip-on earrings need to be adjusted for tightness once in place. You may need to push on a tensioner or twist a screw to tighten them. You may also want to consider adding non-slip grips to the clips for added security. Explore a collection of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, clip-on earrings don't need piercings. In fact, a big part of the appeal of clip-on earrings is that they allow anyone to dress up their ears with jewelry, even if they haven't had their lobes pierced. Clip-ons are available with many styles of fasteners, including screw backs, clear invisible backs, cuffs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of clip-on earrings.