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Gold Hammered Shell Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
Gold hammered shell ear clips, 18 karat yellow gold
Size: width 1 inch, length 1.25 inch
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seaman Schepps Gold Shell Ear Clips
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Seaman Schepps gold shell ear clips
Shell motif, 14 karat yellow gold; marked Seaman Schepps, 14k
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Hammered Gold Shell Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb hammered gold shell ear clips
Hammered 18 karat yellow gold, shell motif; marked Webb
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Shell Ear Clips
By Patricia Schepps Vaill for Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
14k gold and cabochon ruby shell ear ear clips
Category
American Clip-on Earrings
Shell Ear Clips with 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
earrings have post / omega backs for pierced ears. The shells measure approximately 30 mm.
Stamped 18 K MAZ
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi Sea Shell Motif Runway Ear Clips
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Featured are two sets of cast resin sea shell ear clips incrusted with colored rhinestones. One
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Verdura 1990s Ruby Emerald Wood 18 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Ear-Clip Earrings
By Verdura
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as carved wooden shells with arching segments - dark brown with smooth grain
Wrapped with
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1990s Drop Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis Shell Gold Ear Clips
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
Lalaounis shell gold ear clips
18 karat yellow gold, shell motif; marked Lalaounis hallmark, 750
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Reja Retro Fretwork Ear Clips
By Reja
Located in New York, NY
rhinestone pave. Set into a Retro inspired fretwork shell of pale pink gold plate over rhodium plate base
Category
Vintage 1940s American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Sterling Silver, Earings, Shell, Handmade, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Shell” earrings are part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi Runway Ear Clips
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Featured are two sets of molded resin sea shell motif ear clips by Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi. These
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Clip-on Earrings
David Webb Jade Diamond Ruby Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
domed clip-back earrings, perhaps dating to the 20th century, circa the 1980s, are symmetrical in
Category
20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage MAZ Turquoise Shell 14k Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage retro Shell Motif gold rap design clip-on earrings for all sea lovers!
The brand MAZ is
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Henry Dunay 18k 750 Gold Hammered Shell Earrings Clip on Excellent Condition 11G
By Henry Dunay
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
and tight.
These earrings are clip on / for non pierced ears.
Each earring is individually signed and
Category
Late 20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
David Webb Abalone Shells, Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
DAVID WEBB Abalone Shells, Diamond Earrings
An 18k yellow gold and platinum ear clips, set with
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 7_Spring Green_Hand crafted ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235007
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 6_in Pink_Hand carfted Ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235006
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 5_So Blue_Hand crafted ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235005
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 4_In Red_Hand crafted Ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235004
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 2_in Purple_Hand crafted ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235002
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 1_Caramel Brown_Hand carafted Ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235001
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Rossella Ugolini Shell Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
anniversaries. With their versatile clip-on design, they can be custom made with or without pierced ears
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Starfish Earrings Shell Glass Beaded New, Never Worn 4" Long
Located in Wallkill, NY
Long Dangle with Star fish (Clip On) on your ear, then down to Glass beads and a gold tone Green
Category
1990s Unknown Clip-on Earrings
William Spratling Amethyst Spiral Conch Sea Shell Silver Earrings Vintage, 1950s
By William Spratling
Located in North Attleboro, MA
shell with an angled swirl of silver and cone-shaped amethyst cabochons. The level of detail is
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Silver
Tiffany & Co. 1970 George Schuler Seashells Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Shells earrings designed by Tiffany & Co.
A beautiful pair of clips-on earrings created in New
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.71 in L 1.1 in
"Costis" Snail Shell Earrings Engraved in 18K Rose Gold - VVS 0.59 Cts Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
earrings are for pierced ears, but can be easily modified to clip-on.
Costis loves to observe nature; the
Category
2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
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H 1.26 in W 0.87 in D 0.75 in
Angela Cummings 1980 Rare Squared Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold with Abalone Shell
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
suited with comfortable omega backs for fastening clips and if desired the posts option for pierced ears
Category
Vintage 1980s American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.02 in L 1.03 in
Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with 6.54 Cts Carnelian
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
Seaman Schepps atelier, back in the 1980. These turbo shell clips earrings has been crafted in the shape
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.02 in L 1.26 in
Antique 14K Gold Shell Earrings w Pearls by Sloan & Co. French Screw Back Style
By Sloan & Company
Located in Danvers, MA
I'm pleased to offer a lovely pair of antique 14K gold Shell earrings by Sloan & Company. These
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
Retro Earrings in Emerald Cut Citrines in Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
citrines in a scrolling mount. They are fitted for pierced ears but can easily be converted back to just
Category
Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Rose Gold
Contemporary Diamond Crystal Seashell Earrings
Located in New York, NY
weight approx. 1.72 carats. Measures approx. 0.88″ in diameter, 0.50″ height off the ear. Ear clips are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Platinum
BIRKS - Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Nautilus Earrings - Canada - Mid 20th Century
By Birks
Located in Chatham, CA
BIRKS - Vintage 14K yellow gold earrings - modified nautilus shell shape - clip on omega backs
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.63 in D 0.38 in L 0.75 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Citrine Earrings by Verdura
By Verdura
Located in Zurich, CH
yellow gold ear clips of slightly bombé design, each in form of a stylised shell and decorated with 10
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Earrings by Lalaounis
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Zurich, CH
karat yellow gold, each in form of a stylised shell and decorated with an inlay of semi-transparent
Category
20th Century Greek Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Angela Cumming Vintage 18K and Ruby Earrings, c. 1989
By Angela Cummings
Located in Aspen, CO
, Angela Cummings. This is the larger model - rarely found.
These are cushion shaped bulbous ear clips
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1970 Schlumberger Enameled Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Very beautiful pair of clip-on
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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W 0.71 in L 0.79 in
Maz 1970 Bartholomew Mazza Modernist Earrings in 14kt Gold Rock Quartz & Peridot
Located in Miami, FL
finish. They are fitted with French omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Peridot, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.87 in L 0.97 in
Angela Cummings New York Knots Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with White Nacre
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and fitted with post for pierced ears and with
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.59 in L 0.71 in
Neapolitan Coral Quilted Convertible Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds
By Oro Trend
Located in Miami, FL
reverse with retractables posts, for pierced or non pierced ears and comfortable French omega backs for
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
EDUARD RAMBAUD PARIS ear clips gold plated about 1980/90
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very stylish ear clip from Eduard Ramboud Paris in the form of a shell-shaped leaf with attached
Category
Vintage 1980s French Artist Dangle Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Shell gold earrings 18KT yellow gold earrings omega clip earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning on the ears!!! Take a look at these unique shell earrings, made with excellent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Hammerman Hammered 18k Gold Hoop Shell Clip Earrings
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Miami, FL
comfortable to wear. they are perfect earrings for Backings for NON pierced ears.
It signed HB for Hammerman
Category
Vintage 1970s American Retro Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
1960s William De Lillo Shell Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
inches both clips are in like new condition. Truly like wearing art on your ears.
Below is a little
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Dangle Earrings
Materials
Coral
Trifari Jelly Belly Moon Shell Demi Parure
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
matching ear clips. Of rhodium plated base metal, crystal rhinestones, and molded lucite scallop shells to
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco More Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium, Base Metal
French Sea Shell and Coral Bead Long Earclips
Located in New York, NY
French sea shell and natural sponge coral long dangle ear clips with clip back fittings.
Excellent
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dangle Earrings
Materials
Coral, Gilt Metal
Vintage Boucheron Wood Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and beautiful pair of Boucheron wood clip on half hooped earrings set in 18k
Category
Early 2000s Retro Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Earrings by Albert Lipton
Located in Shippensburg, PA
each earring (for a total of 26 diamonds). The earrings affix with a strong clip over the ear post
Category
20th Century American Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Italian Convertible Coral Drop Earrings in 18kt Gold with 57.44 Ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
pierced ears and very comfortable French omega backs for fastening clips
Diamonds: Mount in a pave
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Drop Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 24.92 Cara Ruby and Diamond Stud "Two-Way" Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
acts as the structural element that clips on the ear perfectly. It’s a fabulous stud earring designed
Category
2010s Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvia Furmanovich Dangle Drop Earrings 18Kt Gold 18.61 Ctw In Diamonds & Gems
By Silvia Furmanovich
Located in Miami, FL
fitted at the reverse with posts for pierced ears and comfortable French omega backs for fastening clips
Category
1990s Brazilian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Go...
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W 1.73 in L 3.25 in
Carved Golden Citrine Green Tourmaline Ruby Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
We offer this rich color combination of gem stones in 18K gold ear clips set with large green
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Tourmaline, Citrine, Diamond, Ruby
Seaman Schepps Squared Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold 24.40 Cts Diamonds Rock Quartz
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
backs for fastening clips and posts for pierced ears.
Diamonds: Mount in the center in four-prongs
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.71 in L 0.71 in
BOREGAARD Sapphire Diamond 'Shell Ear Clips'
By Pedro Boregaard
Located in Narrowsburg, NY
A very complimenting shape for any ear are Boregaard's Shell Ear Clips with Sapphire Cabochons and
Category
American Clip-on Earrings
Sea Shell Ear Clips
Located in Southampton, NY
A pair of dome shape 18 karat yellow gold ear clips designed as sea shells accented with blue
Category
Italian Clip-on Earrings
Asymmetric Shell Sculpted Gold Earclips
By Pedro Boregaard
Located in Narrowsburg, NY
The "Asymmetric Shell Ear Clips" by Pedro Boregaard sculpted in 18K yellow gold
have a soft matt
Category
American Clip-on Earrings
Mazza Bartholomew Grey Sea Shell Coral Pearl Clip-On Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Gray sea shell ear clip earrings with cabochon-cut red coral and white pearls crafted in 18-karat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
BOUCHERON Ear Clips
By Boucheron
Located in Southampton, NY
A pair of 18 karat ridged ear clips reminiscent of sea shells accented by three rows of channel set
Category
French Clip-on Earrings
Trianon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Orange White Ridge Shell Citrine Clip Earrings
By Trianon
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Trianon 18 karat yellow gold seashell ear-clips. Ridged orange and white shells, studded with 3
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold
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H 0.99 in W 0.99 in
Verdura Jade Colored Stone Gold Earclips
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Designed as large flattened turbo shells, carved from rich deep green nephrite jade, wrapped with
Category
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Turtle Hatchling Earrings in 18k White Yellow or Rose Gold
Located in Naples, FL
with unique diamond rose cuts set as the turtle shells and round brilliant cut white diamond eyes or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
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W 0.79 in D 0.2 in L 0.63 in
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Shell Ear Clips For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of shell ear clips for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. Our selection of items includes 28 vintage examples as well as 6 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of shell ear clips to choose from, but Contemporary and Retro shell ear clips are of considerable interest. Seaman Schepps, Verdura and Maz each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Sapphire versions, from our inventory of 6, are particularly popular. A selection of cabochon, mixed cut and round cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of shell ear clips, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Shell Ear Clips?
Prices for shell ear clips can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $145 and can go as high as $12,500, while shell ear clips, on average, fetch $3,875.
Finding the Right clip-on-earrings for You
Crafted to match every color palette, mood or whim, a luxurious pair of vintage clip-on earrings, like any pair of earrings, goes a long way toward completing a look and contributing to the rich form of self-expression that is accessorizing with your favorite jewelry.
Everyone loves a glamorous pair of earrings, but not everyone wants their ears pierced. That’s where a dazzling pair of clip-ons comes in.
Wearing earrings goes back thousands of years, but ear piercing didn’t really become popular in the United States until the 1950s and ’60s. Over the years, jewelry designers have endeavored to create all kinds of clip-on earrings to provide jewelry lovers with a way to express themselves by wearing their favorite adornments without having to undergo the piercing process.
Whether it’s the extravagant diamond clip-on drop earrings or chandelier earrings that flappers donned during Art Deco’s heyday — short hair was in style during the era, so women favored big, bold earrings — or if subdued pearl earrings, platinum earrings (a particularly versatile choice) or a contemporary variety is your thing, clip-on earrings have been made in all kinds of styles over the years.
Clip-on earrings continue to be a comfortable alternative to the traditional iteration, and these accessories are as stylish and adaptable to both casual and formal wear as they’ve ever been.
Explore a vast range of vintage clip-on earrings on 1stDibs now, and find the perfect pair for any ensemble. Our collection includes striking clip-on earrings by David Webb, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and others.
Questions About Shell Ear Clips
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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, 2023Whether invisible clip-ons are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, the clear backings that define invisible clip-ons are a form of soft, flexible resin. As a result, some people prefer how they feel against the ear compared to other clip-on earrings. Another advantage of invisible clip-ons is that the backing is difficult to see, creating the illusion that a person is wearing pierced earrings. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To 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, 2023No, 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.
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