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Vintage Mexican 925 Sterling Silver Turquoise Clip on Earrings
By TANE MEXICO
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Earrings Diameter: 0.93″
Bin Code: M28 / P15
Embrace the rich heritage of Southwest style with
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20th Century Mexican Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of rare vintage Cartier 18k gold earrings with clip-on closure.
The earrings have an amazing
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Modern Blossom Cocktail Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern Plum Blossom clip-on earrings with removable cabochon amethyst drops are encrusted
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.58 in
Tsavorite Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold stud and clip-on earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.62 in W 0.58 in D 0.42 in
White Gold Modern Cocktail Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Amethysts
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern Plum Blossom cocktail clip-on earrings with removable cabochon amethyst drops are
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2010s German Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.58 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Clip-On Pendant Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold clip-on pendant earrings
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.6 in D 0.03 in L 0.94 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Heart Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold, bombé heart clip-on
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Single 18 Karat Gold Cuff Earring Clip-On Handmade Minimalist Modern Sculpture
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Ribbon. Minimalist cuff earring in 18k Gold. Show off your sense of whimsy with this clip-on
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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W 0.22 in D 0.36 in L 0.53 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Modern Blossom Cocktail Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern Plum Blossom clip-on earrings with removable cabochon amethyst drops are encrusted
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.58 in
White Gold Modern Cocktail Clip-On Earrings with Ten Diamonds and Amethysts
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern Plum Blossom cocktail clip-on earrings with removable cabochon amethyst drops are
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2010s German Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.58 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Geometric Dangle Clip-On Earring Pendants
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold clip-on pendant earrings
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.6 in D 0.03 in L 0.94 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Brushed Rose Gold Dangle Clip-on Earring Pendants
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat brushed rose gold clip-on pendant
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 0.6 in D 0.03 in L 0.94 in
Impressive Clear Blue 21 Carat Topaz 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
18 K White Gold Earrings
Diamond 2-Round 57-0,22-4/6A
Diamond 24-Round 57-0,4-4/6A
Topaz 8--Pear
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2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Alex Jona Blue Sapphire White Diamond 18 White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold earrings set with 1.93
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.28 in D 0.16 in L 0.83 in
21st Century Topaz Emerald Peridot Ruby Emojis Smile Face Clip on Gold Earrings
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Topaz Emerald Peridot Ruby Emoji Smile Face Clip on Gold Earrings
Earrings in 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
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H 1.86 in W 0.79 in
Clip-on Earrings with Pearls, Rubies & Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing a pair of clip-on earrings in 18-karat yellow and white gold, highlighting exquisite
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Late 20th Century European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.82 in L 0.82 in
Alex Jona Brown and White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold clip-on earrings, set with
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.59 in D 0.15 in
Alex Jona Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Curb Link Chain Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18k white gold curb link chain clip earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.49 in D 0.21 in L 1.32 in
Alex Jona Brown and White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold ear clips, set with 1.89
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.87 in W 0.48 in D 0.16 in
Alex Jona Pearl Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Frog Clip-on Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold frog clip-on earrings
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, ...
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W 0.71 in D 0.4 in L 0.91 in
Alex Jona Open Heart Intense Pink Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, open heart ear clips in 18 karat white gold set
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.79 in W 0.87 in D 0.24 in
Aldo Cipullo 1970 New York Quilted Clip Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in Miami, FL
city at the atelier of Aldo Cipullo, back in the 1970's. This pair of clips-earrings has been crafted
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.79 in L 0.79 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Platinum Pearl Diamond Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
center and pavé stones.
Each clip-on style (with hinged omega backs) measures approx. Each earring
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Naimah Maneki Neko Earrings
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Presenting our Maneki-neko Earrings – a captivating blend of Japanese tradition and contemporary
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona White and Brown Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ear Clips
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18k white gold ear clips, set with a brown and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.75 in W 0.71 in D 0.16 in
Ram earrings signed Zolotas
By Zolotas
Located in Uccle, BE
Ram earrings made of gold 22k signed by the famous Greek jeweler Zolotas.
The earrings are with a
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1990s Greek Greek Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage Bulgari Gold Earrings Gemstone
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute pair of clip-on vintage Bulgari earrings. Made of 18k gold, featuring cabochon amethyst and
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Coral and Diamond Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare red coral, or corallium rubrum, forms these stunning button earrings by the legendary Tiffany
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Ancient Coin Platinum Gold Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bulgari Ancient Coin earrings, made of platinum and 18k yellow gold. The coin is Greek. On the
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
AMETHYST Diamonds Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Rose Gold Earrings with Amethyst and Diamonds. HAND CARVED STONES made from a specific
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dimos 22k Gold Museum Replica Wheat Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
The wheat earrings. A piece of arts, a piece of history and masterpiece of workmanship . A museum
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
22k Gold
Mauboussin Paris 18k Hammered Gold Diamond Coral Earrings
By Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mauboussin Paris 18k Hammered Gold Diamond Coral Earrings. This beautiful pair of clip-on earrings
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Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Parentheses Earrings Lg 18k Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Large Bvlgari Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ear Clips.
The iconic Parentheses Collection.
Hallmarked
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Starfish Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold starfish clip-on Earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SKY BLUE TOPAZ Diamonds White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat White Gold Earrings with Sky Blue Topaz and Diamonds. HAND CARVED STONES made from a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold
Long Bronze earrings with Murano glasses di Patrizia Daliana
By Patrizia Daliana
Located in Firenze, FI
Long Bronze earrings, with Murano glasses carved and cut by hand representing ancient Roman woman's
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2010s Italian Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Bronze
Origami Brushed Gold Diamond Swan Earrings 18k Rose Gold
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, 10
Diamond 0.57 carats Earrings 18K Rose Gold
Width: 1.3 cm
Length: 1.6 cm
Weight: 3.07 grams
The
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2010s Thai Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1970’s Webb Yellow Gold, Platinum and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Torino, IT
geometric Earrrings framed in glittering Diamonds
This striking highly sculptural pair of clip-on
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Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Big Flower Earrings 18 Karat Gold with Round Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Big Flower Earrings 18kt Gold With Round Diamonds.
A Cascade of Blue sapphires for an Elegant and
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Pink Sapphire Precious White Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Figural Earrings
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hermes Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Earrings
Clip back.
16.8 grams
0.85" Length
0.60
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Mid-20th Century French Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oval Earrings ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION Gold Peridots Pink Sapphires
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Oval Earrings From ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION White gold with Cabochon Peridots and Pink
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Vintage 1960s Italian Classical Roman Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 1.32 in L 1.04 in
Alex Jona Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold earrings, set with 1.13
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Emerald Stud Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold stud earrings set with 1.48
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Earrings from ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION Gold Green Tourmaline Diamond
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Earrings from ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION White and Yellow gold with Green Tourmaline and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Classical Roman Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
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Dm 1.12 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Square Stud Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold square stud earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Pendant Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold pendant earrings.
Alex
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Jade Earrings From ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION Gold Diamonds Rubies
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Jade Earrings From ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION White gold 18kt with Diamonds ct. 1.55 and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Classical Roman Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Topaz Quartz Chrysolite Tourmaline Emerald Sapphire Diamond Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Yellow Gold 14K Earrings
Weight 8.12 gram
Diamond 54-Round 57 -0,33-4/6A
Sapphire 10-0,1 ct
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2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Kavant Sharart Origami Asymmetry Blue Sapphire, Diamond Earrings 18K Gold
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, 10
Cabochon Blue Sapphire 11.21 carats with Diamond 0.66 carat Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
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2010s Thai Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.44 in L 0.95 in
Faraone Vintage Earrings 18k Gold Sapphire Diamond Italian Estate Jewelry
By Faraone
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
classic oval clip-on, these vintage gold earrings with beautiful sapphires in the center are embellished
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.88 in W 0.63 in D 0.38 in
Arman Suciyan White diamonds and Rubies Gold and Silver Earrings
Located in Paris, IDF
"Behind Her Wings" White Diamond and Rubies Gold and Sİlver Earrings by Arman Suciyan at Second
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
Faberge 18 Karat Gold Diamond 0.48 Carat and Blue Enamel Earrings, Certificate
By Modern Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
world wide. They measure 1/2" in length and 1/4" in width. The earrings have a collapsible post/clip
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Early 2000s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
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W 0.25 in L 0.5 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horseshoe Nail Stud Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold horse nail stud earrings
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2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Carat Yellow Gold White Diamonds Carnelian Handcrafted Stud Design Earring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold with 0.03 White Diamonds in the
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2010s Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.4 in D 0.16 in L 0.4 in
Jade with Diamond Origami Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, 10
Jade 3.01 carats with Diamond 1.13 carats Earrings set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Width: 2.2
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2010s Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Oval Burma Red Ruby with Round Diamonds White Gold Earrings
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Oval Burma Red Ruby with Round Diamonds White Gold Earrings.
Classic Design for this Earrings with
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2010s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Doorknockers Large Oversized Hoop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb doorknocker earrings with an impressive hoop. 52mm long these earrings are meant to be
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brilliant Diamond + Rough Diamond Gold Chain Drop Earrings, Petra Class 2024
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Double Diamond Drop Earrings handmade by award-winning jewelry artist Petra Class
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
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Diamond, Crystal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...
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W 0.36 in D 0.2 in L 0.83 in
Carventurous Hand Carved Mother Of Pearl Earrings In Sculpted Sterling Silver
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
earrings are a sublime choice, promising an enduring fusion of tradition and contemporary flair.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
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Pearl, Sterling Silver
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H 0.34 in W 0.83 in L 1.01 in
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Traditions Clip On Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of traditions clip on earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 128 vintage versions or 157 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. contemporary and modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to traditions clip on earrings. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Alex Jona, Akillis and Margherita Burgener are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 114 diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut traditions clip on earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of traditions clip on earrings, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Traditions Clip On Earrings?
On average, traditions clip on earrings at 1stDibs sell for $3,955, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $88,000 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 Traditions Clip On 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 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.
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