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Scalloped Style French Clip Earrings with Round Diamonds. D3.55ct.t.w.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Scalloped style French Clip earrings with invisible set round diamonds. D3.55ct.t.w.
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Scalloped Rock Crystal Quartz and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A simple and fun pair of earrings to wear daily. These scalloped Rock Crystal Quartz earrings will
Category
Late 20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Scalloped Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Non-Pierced Clip-On
By Henry Dunay
Located in McLeansville, NC
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 16.9 Grams
Stamps: 18k, Dunay, C3251
Closure: Clip-On Omega Backs
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Scalloped Statement Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Non-Pierced Clip-On
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in McLeansville, NC
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 26.4 Grams
Stamps: 750, Tiffany & Co.
Closure: Non Pierced Clip On
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
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W 0.71 in L 1.09 in
Yellow Gold Heavyweight Scalloped Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Art Deco Style 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heavyweight Earrings. The scalloped motif of the earrings mimic
Category
Antique 1880s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Scallop Form Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in Weston, MA
David Webb has crafted a refined pair of statement ear clips that are as easy for daytime wear as
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Gold depicts a marine theme for these earrings. A scallop shell is formed with a base of polished
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Accordion Scalloped Puffed Large Cuff Clip
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 15.08 Grams
Backing: Swivel Clip On Closures (Pierced ears
Category
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
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H 0.97 in W 0.61 in
Scalloped Shell White Opal Pink Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
cacholong and 2.7 carats of tourmalines. Clip-backs secure the earrings, which measures 0.97 inches (width
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Tourmaline, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.98 in D 0.87 in L 1.18 in
Marina B. Milan 18kt gold vintage pair of hoop ear clips in a scallop design
By Marina B
Located in Braintree, GB
Marina B. Milan 18kt yellow gold vintage pair of hoop ear clips in a scallop design.
Signed Marina
Category
1990s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Coral Rose Cut Diamond Large Clip Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Remarkably Chic
This sensational pair of antique earrings is 1940 ca
entirely hand crafted of solid
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
MiriamHaskell 1926-39 ArtDeco Enamel Aqua GiltFiligree Scallop BrassClipEarrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
these blue-tone enameled scallop-edged Russian-gilt brass earrings with intricate wire decoration. While
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Enamel, Brass, Gold
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D 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
& Arpels Vintage Diamond Pavé Fluted Button Earrings, made in France in the 20th century, circa 1970s
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Heavyweight Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Palm Desert, CA
American Goldsmith, Henry Dunay Heavyweight Scalloped 18 Karat Gold Earrings with his signature
Category
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Fringe Chandelier Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels, with a marquise-shaped floret surrounded by a chandelier of scalloped
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Large Carved Rock Crystal & Diamond Button Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond Earrings feature a Scalloped-edge Rock Crystal carved in domed square-shape with 50 Round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Ruby Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings, circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels heritage.
Designed with utmost comfort in mind, these earrings feature a clip-on
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1980s Gilded Urn Statement Drop Earrings With Red Lucite Accents By Leslie Block
Located in McKinney, TX
" length
- Matte gold plated
- Ruby red-colored acrylic floral/scalloped cabochons
- Clip on earring
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Antique 14K Gold Shell Earrings w Pearls by Sloan & Co. French Screw Back Style
By Sloan & Company
Located in Danvers, MA
pierced style earrings, if desired.
Each earring features a sizable, well detailed scallop shell in 14K
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
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H 0.63 in W 0.63 in
Carved Glass Fruit Salad Tri Color Shell Earclips
Located in New York, NY
Glass carved fruit salad clip earrings circa 1980s of ruby, emerald and sapphire Gripoix-style
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Anglo-Indian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Alfred Philippe for Trifari Aquamarine Retro Earclips
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
aquamarine faceted stones set into a round retro scalloped shell setting. Excellent Condition.
Clip back
Category
Vintage 1930s American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
18K Yellow Gold 7.0 Carat Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Dangle Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
together, portray an ornate beauty that sparkles and gleams. These clip-on earrings are especially stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.36 in W 0.75 in L 2.09 in
18K Yellow Gold 7.0 Carat Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Dangle Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
together, portray an ornate beauty that sparkles and gleams. These clip-on earrings are especially stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.36 in W 0.75 in L 2.09 in
Exceptional Georgian Paste Earrings, ex. Lillian Gish
Located in New York, NY
Century. Set in a scalloped 14k gold setting around each stone.
Georgian earrings of this quality, scale
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Dangle Earrings
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Cartier Sapphire and 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive sapphire setting incorporates a yellow gold scalloped border.
The stunning sapphire earrings for
Category
1990s Unknown Stud Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Kneebone Peridot Blue Topaz Diamond Gold Shell Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
earrings come with posts and omega clip backs for comfort and security.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Blue Topaz, Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
1920s 8.18 Carat Opal and Diamond Earring and Pendant Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
in Arezzo (Star AR).
The matching earrings have a circular, scalloped edged form.
Each of the screw
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
MiriamHaskell c1930 Hess GoldGiltChain CappedAquaGlass ThumblessClasp Bib Choker
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
other listings for the aqua glass-and-enamel scalloped button clip earrings and the "peacock" coil arm
Category
Vintage 1930s American Baroque Revival Chain Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
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W 2.25 in D 1 in Dm 5 in L 14 in
VINTAGE 1960s BLACK LACE TAP SHORTS
Located in New York, NY
name from being popularized by dancers— this clip of Ginger Rogers in the 1936 film "Follow the Fleet
Category
1960s Hot Pants
Spectra Fine Jewelry, Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Garland Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
aspects of life, especially expressed in nature.
These resplendent Diamond Emerald Garland Drop Earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Faux Carnelian & Scalloped Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These earrings were made with a faux carnelian cabochons on top. The bottom has a scallop and open
Category
Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
William DeLillo 1960s Fuschia Cabochon Goldtone Clip On Earrings
By William Delillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous in tone and intent, these 1960s Fuschia Cabochon Goldtone Clip On Earrings by William
Category
Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Vintage 95A Earrings
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
interlocking CC symbol stands out from this exquisitely detailed gold drop earring. The background of the
Category
1990s French Clip-on Earrings
Lace Crochet Mini Randal Earrings
By Alexandra Koumba
Located in Astoria, NY
The lace crochet mini Randal earrings are part of the signature collection Lace crochet designed by
Category
2010s Greek Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Bronze
Vintage Signed Marboux Crystal Earrings & Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This vintage signed Marboux brooch and earrings set has a scallop design with different shaped
Category
Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Buccellati Gold, Diamond and 4.63 Carat Ruby Earrings
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Calabasas, CA
Each textured circular earring has scalloped edges and centers one mixed-cut oval ruby in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Archimede Seguso 1960s Ivory Glass and Gilt Metal Vintage Earrings
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Wigan, GB
earring backs and clips are gilt metal. The earrings measure 3cm x 2.5cm.
All of our clip on earrings
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 8.40 Carat Natural No Heat Sapphire and 2.60 Carat Diamond Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
treated Sapphire of 8.40 Ct estimate content for both gemstones.
Bordered onto scalloped edges by a
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
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H 0.75 in W 0.56 in
Diana Kim England Gold Scallop Shell, Sea Star, Akoya Pearl and Diamond Earrings
By Diana Kim England
Located in Red Hook, NY
Quite often when I design with scallops, different preferences can be found as to the orientation
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Platinum, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 1 in L 1 in
Rose Gold, Multi-Color Diamond Ear Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Bohemian chic 18K rose gold stylized ear pendants configured with a scalloped cone-shaped ear
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
River Rose Diamond Accent Climber Earrings 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
tip. A contour back wire clip secure the climber to the ear. River rose ear climber is an elegant and
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Vintage 95A Textured 'CC' Text Logo Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
throughout. Center 'CC' accent. Scalloped edges. Back clip-on closure.
Made in: France
Color: Gold
Content
Category
1990s French Drop Earrings
Peridot and Diamond Wave Climber Earrings 1" 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
River Rose Peridot Wave Climber Earrings. JeweLyrie signature infinity twist forged in flowing wave
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Spinel Wave Climber Earrings 3/4" 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
River Rose Red Spinel Wave Climber Earrings featuring JeweLyrie signature infinity twist forged in
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Coral Gold Flower Earrings
Located in West Hollywood, CA
center encased within scalloped gold edges. The back of the earring features a nicely pierced design
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Miriam Haskell Vintage Faux Pearl Drop Necklace And Earrings Set
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
matching clip/screw back earrings measure 1-1/2” long and 1/2” wide. The necklace is signed “Miriam
Category
Vintage 1950s American Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
18k Yellow Gold Lapis & Diamond Scallop Clip Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of circa 1980’s 18 karat yellow gold scallop clip earrings feature lapis lazuli stones
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Gold Tone Scallop Shell Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a scallop shell
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
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H 0.87 in W 1.23 in
Scallop Shell Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Scalloped Shell with Texture
Plain Gold Earrings (Larger Size also available)
18K Yellow Gold
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Plain Gold Scallop Shell Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by nature, this lovely pair of Scalloped Shell Earrings with texture finish is made in
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Scalloped Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of vintage earrings crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring a waved design. Marked 750
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Scalloped Bombé Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gold earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels, dating from the 1960s, are shaped into a scalloped bombé
Category
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
1940/50s Jeweled Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of late 1940s to early 1950s antique gold tone fancy clip earrings from West
Category
Vintage 1940s German Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Valentin Magro Yellow Gold Diamond Scalloped Shell Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Valentin Magro Yellow Gold Diamond Scalloped Shell Earrings play with shape. These gold and diamond
Category
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hermes 1980s Vintage Gold Clip Earrings
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes gold ear clips ,1980s, oval in shape, centered around a gold dome with a surrounding gold
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Burmese Ruby and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow & White Gold Clip on Earrings set with Cabochon Burmese Rubies & Bezel set with full
Category
Antique 1880s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Gold Leaf Motif Clip-Back Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These estate earrings designed as delicate leaves are crafted in immaculately reeded in 14k yellow
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage CHANEL Silver Plated Earrings 1990s Clip On
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Vintage 1990s Clip On Earrings
Timeless and classic clip ons from the iconic House of
Category
1990s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Silver Plate
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H 0.88 in W 0.88 in Dm 0.88 in L 0.88 in
Black Acrylic Scalloped Huggie Hoop Earrings By Kenneth Jay Lane, 1980s
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in McKinney, TX
"
- Gold plated hardware
- Black acrylic
- Clip on earring backs
- By Kenneth Jay Lane (signed KJL on
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
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Scalloped Clip Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of scalloped clip earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 10 vintage examples as well as 4 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of scalloped clip earrings bearing modern or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Valentin Magro, Chaumet and Fabrice Paris are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon scalloped clip earrings for sale. When shopping our range of scalloped clip earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Scalloped Clip Earrings?
Prices for scalloped clip earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $78 and can go as high as $36,000, while scalloped clip earrings, on average, fetch $4,900.
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 Scalloped Clip Earrings
- What is an ear clip?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021An 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, 2023Clip-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, 2023No, 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.
- What are French clip earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023French 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.
- Do clip on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Clip-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.
- How do clip-on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How 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.
- Are clip-on earrings any good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, 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.
- What are earring clips called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Earring 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, 2023Sometimes, 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.
- What is a clip post earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023A 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, 2023A 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.
- Why are clip-on earrings better?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Clip-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.
- Are clip-on earrings a thing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, 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 8, 2023Yes, 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 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, clip-on earrings are still a thing. Some makers continue to produce earrings with clip-on backs to suit the needs of those without pierced ears or who want jewelry that is easy to put on and take off. In addition, many people continue to wear antique and vintage clip-ons. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether 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, 2023To 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.
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