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Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Aquamarine Pendant Earrings
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Aquamarine Pendant Earrings

Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Aquamarine Pendant Earrings

Located in New York, NY

days. The earrings are screw back, perhaps a later conversation from posts. The screw back has serial

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

AIG Certified Emerald Diamonds Earrings Set in Platinum
AIG Certified Emerald Diamonds Earrings Set in Platinum

AIG Certified Emerald Diamonds Earrings Set in Platinum

Located in Trumbull, CT

Natural Emerald and Diamonds set in Platinum is one of a kind handcrafted Earrings, with screw

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Retro Multi-Color Sapphire Gold Earrings
Oscar Heyman Retro Multi-Color Sapphire Gold Earrings

Oscar Heyman Retro Multi-Color Sapphire Gold Earrings

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Chicago, IL

and Square Blue Sapphires. Having original Screw Backs the earrings measure 1 inch in length and 7/8

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 2.70 Carat Diamond Palladium Stud Earrings
Tiffany & Co. 2.70 Carat Diamond Palladium Stud Earrings

Tiffany & Co. 2.70 Carat Diamond Palladium Stud Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

secure screw butterfly backs. These Earrings are suitable for pierced ears. Complete with Tiffany & Co

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Palladium

Vintage Emerald Rhinestone Drop Hoop Earrings by Coro, 1960s
Vintage Emerald Rhinestone Drop Hoop Earrings by Coro, 1960s

Vintage Emerald Rhinestone Drop Hoop Earrings by Coro, 1960s

By Coro

Located in McKinney, TX

plated - Screw on earring backs - By Coro (signed on screws) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Hoop Earrings

2.71 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat in Stock
2.71 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat in Stock

2.71 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat in Stock

Located in Boca Raton, FL

in color and I1 in clarity Total Weight: 1.1dwt  Earring Backs: Screw Backs Additional Details: This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 4.80 Ct Diamond Earrings
LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 4.80 Ct Diamond Earrings

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 4.80 Ct Diamond Earrings

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

comfortably with screw backs. These white gold diamond earrings are new and they come packaged in a gift

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

2.25 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings in Platinum Martini Setting
2.25 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings in Platinum Martini Setting

2.25 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings in Platinum Martini Setting

Located in San Francisco, CA

). Set in platinum screw back martini settings, these earrings are equally at home being worn by day or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Black Flower Earrings With Rhinestone Accents, 1950s
Art Deco Style Black Flower Earrings With Rhinestone Accents, 1950s

Art Deco Style Black Flower Earrings With Rhinestone Accents, 1950s

Located in McKinney, TX

rhinestone accents - Screw on earring backs - Circa 1950s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern More Earrings

1980s Bubble Bezel Set 1.00 Carat Total Diamond Stud Earrings
1980s Bubble Bezel Set 1.00 Carat Total Diamond Stud Earrings

1980s Bubble Bezel Set 1.00 Carat Total Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in Hicksville, NY

reads "14K" on both the frame and screw back. Each stud earring comes with the original screw back

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 5.02 Carat Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 5.02 Carat Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 5.02 Carat Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

random tested. Sapphires are set in micro pave 18k white gold screw back baskets earrings, crafted in the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 1.20 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 1.20 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings

LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 1.20 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

features a single diamond held by a six-prong ridged basket. A screw-back closure secures the earrings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Diamond Grid Earrings 18k White Gold - 3.20ctw H / VS
Estate Diamond Grid Earrings 18k White Gold - 3.20ctw H / VS

Estate Diamond Grid Earrings 18k White Gold - 3.20ctw H / VS

Located in Orlando, FL

Weight: 7.1 grams Secure screw back posts These earrings combine geometric elegance with classic diamond

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Neil Lane 1.10 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Neil Lane 1.10 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings 14 Karat White Gold

Neil Lane 1.10 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings 14 Karat White Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

shape = 1.10 carat total weight Color: H-I Clarity: SI2-I1 Fastenings: screw backs Dimensions: each

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Contemporary Platinum 1.90 Total Carat Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Contemporary Platinum 1.90 Total Carat Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

Contemporary Platinum 1.90 Total Carat Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

is graced with delicate airline cutouts along the sides and found on the back a simple screw back

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold 0.42 Carat Diamond Love Hoop Earrings
Cartier 18 Karat White Gold 0.42 Carat Diamond Love Hoop Earrings

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold 0.42 Carat Diamond Love Hoop Earrings

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

name on the inside of the hoop and feature a screw back closure. Each earring measures 0.82 inches long

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 0.44ct Brilliant cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Stud Earrings
Tiffany & Co. 0.44ct Brilliant cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Stud Earrings

Tiffany & Co. 0.44ct Brilliant cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Stud Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Weight: 0.22ct Total Weight: 1.56g Earring Length: 3.9mm Earring Width: 3.9mm Earring Back: Screw Back

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian c.1900 Silver Gilt and Seed Pearl Antique Drop Earrings
Edwardian c.1900 Silver Gilt and Seed Pearl Antique Drop Earrings

Edwardian c.1900 Silver Gilt and Seed Pearl Antique Drop Earrings

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

earrings feature screw-backs. They feature a filigree design incorporating bows and flowers and are

Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Square Black Diamond Classic Stud Earrings
.925 Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Square Black Diamond Classic Stud Earrings

.925 Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Square Black Diamond Classic Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Product Gram Weight: 3.60 Grams Metal Type: .925 Sterling Silver Earrings Finding: Screw back.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.66 Carat Round Diamond Stud Earrings, 1.00 Grams
14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.66 Carat Round Diamond Stud Earrings, 1.00 Grams

14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.66 Carat Round Diamond Stud Earrings, 1.00 Grams

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

prong settings with screw-back fastenings. The earrings weigh 1.01 grams together.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGS Certified 2.00 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Classic Solitaire Stud Earrings
AGS Certified 2.00 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Classic Solitaire Stud Earrings

AGS Certified 2.00 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Classic Solitaire Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

in a 4 prong, 14 karat white gold basket. These AGS certified earrings have screw backs. They are a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

AGS Certified 2.00 Carat Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Classic Solitaire Stud Earrings
AGS Certified 2.00 Carat Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Classic Solitaire Stud Earrings

AGS Certified 2.00 Carat Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Classic Solitaire Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Weight: 0.90 Grams Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Earring Back: Screw On.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Round Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings
.925 Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Round Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings

.925 Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Round Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

screw back mechanism to ensure you don't lose them. Earring comes with two black diamonds, each 2 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold 5.0 Cttw 7 Stone Floral Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings
14K Yellow Gold 5.0 Cttw 7 Stone Floral Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings

14K Yellow Gold 5.0 Cttw 7 Stone Floral Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

sturdy, screw-back posts, these earrings ensure a secure and comfortable wear, ideal for enchanting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 1.0 Cttw Princess-Cut Diamond 9 Stone Square Stud Earrings
14K Yellow Gold 1.0 Cttw Princess-Cut Diamond 9 Stone Square Stud Earrings

14K Yellow Gold 1.0 Cttw Princess-Cut Diamond 9 Stone Square Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

, captivating sparkle. Designed for both comfort and security, the screw backs guarantee the earrings remain

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Miracle-Set Round Brilliant-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Miracle-Set Round Brilliant-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Miracle-Set Round Brilliant-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 1.08 Grams Metal Type: 10K White Gold Earrings Finding: Screw

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold

14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Black Diamond Bezel-Set Stud Earrings
14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Black Diamond Bezel-Set Stud Earrings

14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Black Diamond Bezel-Set Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Type: 14K White Gold Earrings Finding: Screw back.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 3/4 Carat 7 Stone Floral Cluster Round Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
14K White Gold 3/4 Carat 7 Stone Floral Cluster Round Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

14K White Gold 3/4 Carat 7 Stone Floral Cluster Round Cut Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

a total of 14 beautiful diamonds. The post earrings secure comfortable with screw backs. "Video

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Stud Earrings Three Prongs 18k Gold 4.08 ct tw GIA Clarity VS2 SI1
Round Diamond Stud Earrings Three Prongs 18k Gold 4.08 ct tw GIA Clarity VS2 SI1

Round Diamond Stud Earrings Three Prongs 18k Gold 4.08 ct tw GIA Clarity VS2 SI1

Located in Aventura, FL

clarity ranking of VS2 and SI1. Add sparkle to her ears with screw back diamond stud earrings. These GIA

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Emerald Diamond Leaf Motif White Gold Earrings
Emerald Diamond Leaf Motif White Gold Earrings

Emerald Diamond Leaf Motif White Gold Earrings

Located in Boca Raton, FL

CTW. The earrings are screw back clip posts and measure 15 x 30mm. 

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Coral Diamond Two Color Gold Retro Earrings
Coral Diamond Two Color Gold Retro Earrings

Coral Diamond Two Color Gold Retro Earrings

Located in Boca Raton, FL

earrings feature screw backs in yellow gold, and measure approximately 20mm in diameter.

Category

Late 20th Century Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Dainty Emerald Rhinestone Earrings by Coro, 1950s
Vintage Dainty Emerald Rhinestone Earrings by Coro, 1950s

Vintage Dainty Emerald Rhinestone Earrings by Coro, 1950s

By Coro

Located in McKinney, TX

plated - Screw on earring backs - By Coro (signed on screws) - Circa 1950s - Estate acquired

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Zuni Turquoise & Sterling Silver Needlepoint Squash Blossom Necklace & Earrings
Zuni Turquoise & Sterling Silver Needlepoint Squash Blossom Necklace & Earrings

Zuni Turquoise & Sterling Silver Needlepoint Squash Blossom Necklace & Earrings

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Zuni turquoise & sterling silver needlepoint squash blossom necklace & screw-back earrings by S.B

Category

Vintage 1970s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Stone, Sterling Silver

Mings Hawaii Round Mabe Pearl Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Mings Hawaii Round Mabe Pearl Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold

Mings Hawaii Round Mabe Pearl Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Honolulu, HI

: Preowned Earring Backs: screw clip ons

Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.32Ct Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold, Silver Set Cluster Earrings - Antique
2.32Ct Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold, Silver Set Cluster Earrings - Antique

2.32Ct Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold, Silver Set Cluster Earrings - Antique

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

earrings (suitable for non-pierced ears) secure to the reverse with an 18k yellow gold screw back fixture

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Vintage Prong Set Baroque Mabe Pearl Earrings by Miriam Haskell, 1950s
Vintage Prong Set Baroque Mabe Pearl Earrings by Miriam Haskell, 1950s

Vintage Prong Set Baroque Mabe Pearl Earrings by Miriam Haskell, 1950s

By Miriam Haskell

Located in McKinney, TX

- Screw clip-on earring backs - By Miriam Haskell (signed on verso) - Circa 1950s - Estate acquired

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Krementz Retro Enamel Seed Pearl and 14 Karat Gold Pansy Earrings
Krementz Retro Enamel Seed Pearl and 14 Karat Gold Pansy Earrings

Krementz Retro Enamel Seed Pearl and 14 Karat Gold Pansy Earrings

By Krementz & Co

Located in Philadelphia, PA

colorful earrings With screw backs Maker's mark for Krementz Measuring: Approx. 7/8 x 7/8 inches Total

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Clip On Ruby Flower Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Clip On Ruby Flower Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Clip On Ruby Flower Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, England

and contrast brilliantly against the rubies. Both are secured to reverse with a clip screw back

Category

1990s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Suite of Earrings and Ring 18Kt Gold with 6.57 Cts Diamonds & Black Jade
French Suite of Earrings and Ring 18Kt Gold with 6.57 Cts Diamonds & Black Jade

French Suite of Earrings and Ring 18Kt Gold with 6.57 Cts Diamonds & Black Jade

Located in Miami, FL

from their backs. Weight: Earrings are 18.8 Grams, (12.05 Dwt) and the ring is 15.3 grams (9.81 Dwt

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

1.98 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Studs
1.98 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Studs

1.98 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Studs

Located in Boca Raton, FL

. Diamonds are G/H in color and SI in clarity. Measurements: 0.68″ x 0.25″ x 0.25″ Earring Backs: Screw Backs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Cluster Studs in 14K White Gold
Round Diamond Cluster Studs in 14K White Gold

Round Diamond Cluster Studs in 14K White Gold

Located in New York, NY

near colorless and SI1 in clarity, excellent cut. Studs contain a push back post; screw back posts are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Russian Rock Crystal & Sterling Necklace & Earring Set
Russian Rock Crystal & Sterling Necklace & Earring Set

Russian Rock Crystal & Sterling Necklace & Earring Set

Located in Palm Desert, CA

with a matching pair of screw-back drop earrings. Priced as a set.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

. French screw back closure. This is an earring for the left-ear only. Made in: Italy CONDITION

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses

Outstanding Antique 15 Carat Yellow Gold Moonstone Necklace and Earrings Set
Outstanding Antique 15 Carat Yellow Gold Moonstone Necklace and Earrings Set

Outstanding Antique 15 Carat Yellow Gold Moonstone Necklace and Earrings Set

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

Outstanding Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Moonstone Necklace and Earrings Set Screw Back truly the

Category

Antique 19th Century European Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Yellow Gold

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Screw Back Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of screw back earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 87 vintage editions and 34 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of screw back earrings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen and Beyond Fine Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 53 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, mixed cut and princess cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of screw back earrings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Screw Back Earrings?

On average, screw back earrings at 1stDibs sell for $863, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $41,122 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 Screw Back Earrings
  • A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings can fall off if the screws become threaded over time. It’s best to keep a close eye on the condition of the screw and have them repaired or converted if needed. Shop a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A latch-back earring is an earring with a particular type of backing. Specifically, it features a post that snaps into a small hole, similar to a latch on a gate. The design is simple to operate and helps to keep earrings securely in place. Shop a collection of latch-back earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A paddle-back earring is a clip-on earring with a particular type of closure. Specifically, the design includes a wide fastener with a tension bar cutting through its middle. Once the earring is in place, you can bend the tension bar to tighten or loosen the clip and adjust the fit. Shop a diverse assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Euro back earrings are earrings with a certain type of fastener hardware. The earrings feature a curved metal wire that slips through the piercing and a curved hinged element that flips upward to secure it. You will also see Euro back earrings referred to as Euro clasps, Euro wires and leverbacks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Euro back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Hinge-back earrings are earrings with a certain type of closure. Specifically, they feature a post mounted on a hinge that snaps into a groove to secure the earrings in place. Also called a saddle-back or hinged saddle-back, the closure is common on hoop earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of hinge-back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.