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Valentino Clip Earrings in Golden Enamelled Metal
Valentino Clip Earrings in Golden Enamelled Metal

Valentino Clip Earrings in Golden Enamelled Metal

By Valentino

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Valentino -Golden enamelled metal clip earrings. Additional information: Dimensions: 8 H cm

Category

1990s Vintage Clips

Materials

Enamel

Vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 33 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

Harry Winston Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Harry Winston Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings

Harry Winston Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings

By Harry Winston

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Harry Winston Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings In Platinum. Circa 1960's. The earrings

Category

Mid-20th Century American Artist Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Green Glass “Grapes” Cluster Clip-Ons Earrings
Vintage Green Glass “Grapes” Cluster Clip-Ons Earrings

Vintage Green Glass “Grapes” Cluster Clip-Ons Earrings

Located in Milford, DE

Vintage Green Glass “Grapes” Cluster Earrings – Gold-Tone Leaves – Statement Clip-Ons, 1950s–60s

Category

Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Clips

Materials

Crystal

Ungaro Golden Metal and Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Ungaro Golden Metal and Rhinestone Clip Earrings

Ungaro Golden Metal and Rhinestone Clip Earrings

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Ungaro -Golden metal and rhinestone clip earrings Additional information: Dimensions: 12.5 L cm

Category

1990s French Vintage Clips

Kalinger Golden Metal and Ceramic Clip Earrings
Kalinger Golden Metal and Ceramic Clip Earrings

Kalinger Golden Metal and Ceramic Clip Earrings

By Kalinger

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Kalinger -Golden metal and ceramic clip earrings Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 3.7 cm

Category

1980s Vintage Clips

Kalinger Golden Metal and Resin Clip Earrings
Kalinger Golden Metal and Resin Clip Earrings

Kalinger Golden Metal and Resin Clip Earrings

By Kalinger

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Kalinger -Golden metal and resin clip earrings with rhinestones. Additional information

Category

1980s Vintage Clips

Chanel Engraved Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Engraved Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Engraved Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Engraved golden metal clip-on earrings. Additional information

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

14k Yellow Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Bombe Clip Earrings
14k Yellow Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Bombe Clip Earrings

14k Yellow Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Bombe Clip Earrings

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage fun! This pair of 14k yellow gold bombe clip earrings each feature an oval-shaped pale

Category

1970s Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s Large Ciner Blister Pearl Clip Earrings
1990s Large Ciner Blister Pearl Clip Earrings

1990s Large Ciner Blister Pearl Clip Earrings

By Ciner

Located in London, GB

blister Pearl has a dome shape which sits atop a gold-plated oval base. The earrings are clip and have a

Category

1990s American Vintage Clips

Vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 49 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...

Category

1980s Vintage Clips

Chanel Camellia Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Camellia Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Camellia Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings ornamented with rhinestones and a central

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Hermes Georges L'Enfant Vintage Knot Clip Earrings
Hermes Georges L'Enfant Vintage Knot Clip Earrings

Hermes Georges L'Enfant Vintage Knot Clip Earrings

By Hermès

Located in Greenwich, CT

gold 'knot' clip earrings will keep you in harmony. Signed Hermes Paris. Serial number 50924. Circa

Category

1970s French Modernist Vintage Clips

Materials

18k Gold

Richard Kerr Red and Black Jeweled Clip Earrings
Richard Kerr Red and Black Jeweled Clip Earrings

Richard Kerr Red and Black Jeweled Clip Earrings

By Richard Kerr

Located in Atlanta, GA

Richard Kerr designed these adorable statement clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are made up of

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Clips

Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Golden Metal Camellia Clip-on Earrings

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal camellia clip-on earrings ornamented with rhinestones and a

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Guy Laroche Gilted Metal Clip-on Earrings
Guy Laroche Gilted Metal Clip-on Earrings

Guy Laroche Gilted Metal Clip-on Earrings

By Guy Laroche

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Guy Laroche - Gilted metal clip-on earrings paved with rhinestones. Additional information

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Dominique Aurientis Gilted Metal Clip-on Earrings
Dominique Aurientis Gilted Metal Clip-on Earrings

Dominique Aurientis Gilted Metal Clip-on Earrings

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dominique Aurientis - Gilted metal clip-on earrings representing wheat ears. Additional

Category

1990s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Engraved quilted golden metal clip-on earrings from the end of the 1980s

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Cartier Gold and Diamond Ear Clips
Cartier Gold and Diamond Ear Clips

Cartier Gold and Diamond Ear Clips

By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A pair of 18 carat gold and platinum earrings; with at the top a marquise shaped element of gold wire set with brilliant-cut diamonds, from which hangs – connected by a baguette-cut ...

Category

1950s British Vintage Clips

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Chanel Silver Metal  Square Clip On Earrings
Chanel Silver Metal  Square Clip On Earrings

Chanel Silver Metal Square Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Chanel silver metal square clip on earrings. - Engraved “Chanel Paris” in front and

Category

1990s Italian Vintage Clips

Chanel Gold-Plated Metal & Pearl Clip Earrings
Chanel Gold-Plated Metal & Pearl Clip Earrings

Chanel Gold-Plated Metal & Pearl Clip Earrings

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Gold-plated metal clip earrings centered with a pearly cabochon

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s

Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings. Jewelry from the 1980s. To be mentioned

Category

20th Century French Vintage Clips

Chic Diamond Two-Color Gold Ear Clips
Chic Diamond Two-Color Gold Ear Clips

Chic Diamond Two-Color Gold Ear Clips

Located in New York, NY

Chic 18 karat white and yellow gold ear clips designed in the shape of a pair of intertwining

Category

1980s Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s 18KT Gold Sapphire & Chrysoberyl Clip Earrings
Vintage 1970s 18KT Gold Sapphire & Chrysoberyl Clip Earrings

Vintage 1970s 18KT Gold Sapphire & Chrysoberyl Clip Earrings

Located in Braintree, GB

A bold pair of vintage clip earrings crafted in solid 18KT yellow gold, dating to the 1970s. Each

Category

1970s Vintage Clips

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Karl Lagerfeld Resin Clip-On Earrings, 1990s
Karl Lagerfeld Resin Clip-On Earrings, 1990s

Karl Lagerfeld Resin Clip-On Earrings, 1990s

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

Karl Lagerfeld resin & hammered long drop clip-on earrings Gold-Tone Metal & Enamel Length – 3.25

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Clips

Chanel CC Golden Enamelled Metal Clip Earrings
Chanel CC Golden Enamelled Metal Clip Earrings

Chanel CC Golden Enamelled Metal Clip Earrings

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel -Golden enamelled metal clip earrings. Presence of scratches on the metal. Additional

Category

1990s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Clip-On Earrings
18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Clip-On Earrings

18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Clip-On Earrings

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

Unique clip on earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold, adorned with small faceted pear shaped blue topaz

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paco Rabanne Gilded Metal Clip-on Earrings
Paco Rabanne Gilded Metal Clip-on Earrings

Paco Rabanne Gilded Metal Clip-on Earrings

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne - Clip-on earrings in gilded metal. Additional information: Dimensions: 3.5 L cm

Category

1990s French Artist Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

1990s Christian Lacroix Gold Heart Clip-on Earrings
1990s Christian Lacroix Gold Heart Clip-on Earrings

1990s Christian Lacroix Gold Heart Clip-on Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

' topped with a little Marcasite shaped faux topaz crystal. The earrings are clip on and are clearly marked

Category

1990s French Vintage Clips

Retro Diamond and Platinum Earring Clips
Retro Diamond and Platinum Earring Clips

Retro Diamond and Platinum Earring Clips

Located in New York City, NY

Elegant diamond and platinum earrings, circa 1940s. They feature high grade round and baguette cut diamonds, approx. 5 carats total weight.

Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Massive Crystal Yves Saint Laurent Ear Clips
Massive Crystal Yves Saint Laurent Ear Clips

Massive Crystal Yves Saint Laurent Ear Clips

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in New York, NY

Massive Crystal Yves Saint Laurent Ear Clips with signature radiant faceted rose cut crystal. Gilt

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage gold tone rhinestones designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold tone rhinestones designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold tone rhinestones designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1 1/8" by 1/4" CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of we...

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Tile Ear Clips
Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Tile Ear Clips

Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Tile Ear Clips

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Tile Ear clips from the 1980's. Signature mirror tile stones in orange

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Multicolor Beaded Clip-On Hoop Earrings circa 1980s
Multicolor Beaded Clip-On Hoop Earrings circa 1980s

Multicolor Beaded Clip-On Hoop Earrings circa 1980s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

These signed multicolor beaded clip-on hoop earrings from the circa 1980s are a vibrant testament

Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Clips

Jeweled Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings with Cheetah Print
Jeweled Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings with Cheetah Print

Jeweled Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings with Cheetah Print

Located in Atlanta, GA

Those fabulous Lucite dangling clip-on earrings boast a chandelier shape with a geometric carved

Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Clips

Vintage Ugo Correani Roman Medallion Clip Earring
Vintage Ugo Correani Roman Medallion Clip Earring

Vintage Ugo Correani Roman Medallion Clip Earring

By Ugo Correani for Gianni Versace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1980s Ugo Correani Roman Medallion Clip Earring. Necklace is available for purchase. ( see necklace

Category

1980s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Clips

Mexican Sterling Silver Knot Clip-on Earrings
Mexican Sterling Silver Knot Clip-on Earrings

Mexican Sterling Silver Knot Clip-on Earrings

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Pair of vintage Mexico Mexican knot design clip on earrings marked 925 Mexico Nestor TJ24.

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Vintage Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Christian Lacroix Silver metal Clip-on Earrings
Christian Lacroix Silver metal Clip-on Earrings

Christian Lacroix Silver metal Clip-on Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Christian Lacroix - Silver metal clip-on earrings paved with rhinestones and cabochons. Additional

Category

1990s French Artist Vintage Clips

Vintage Gold Plated Sculptural Clip On Dangle Earrings
Vintage Gold Plated Sculptural Clip On Dangle Earrings

Vintage Gold Plated Sculptural Clip On Dangle Earrings

Located in North Miami, FL

. They are for the 80's. They are clip on's and have some texture to them. Sculptural.

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Clips

Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips

Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous pair of 18k yellow gold earrings, feature lovely mabe pearls. The pearls are accentuated by sparkling round and baguette cut diamonds that weigh approximately 4.00ct. g...

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. Dogwood Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
TIFFANY & CO. Dogwood Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings

TIFFANY & CO. Dogwood Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

These gorgeous vintage Tiffany & Co. earrings from the elegant floral Dogwood collection feature a four-petaled wild rose flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold. Made in United...

Category

1980s Vintage Clips

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rebecca Collins Azurite & Glass Clip-On Earrings
Rebecca Collins Azurite & Glass Clip-On Earrings

Rebecca Collins Azurite & Glass Clip-On Earrings

By Rebecca Collins

Located in New York, NY

Rebecca Collins Azurite & Glass Clip-On Earrings Made of sterling silver, featuring carved

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Clips

9K Gold Cubic Zirconia Clip On Earrings
9K Gold Cubic Zirconia Clip On Earrings

9K Gold Cubic Zirconia Clip On Earrings

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Vintage stunning clip on earrings, gold marked JC 9K Gold CZ, for Cubic Zirconia. Of circular

Category

1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

Zircon, Gold, 10k Gold

David Webb Hammered Gold Shell Ear Clips
David Webb Hammered Gold Shell Ear Clips

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

1980s Contemporary Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vannerie Basket Weave Ear Clips
Tiffany & Co. Vannerie Basket Weave Ear Clips

Tiffany & Co. Vannerie Basket Weave Ear Clips

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. "Vannerie" basket weave ear clips Basket weaving design, 18 karat yellow gold

Category

1990s Vintage Clips

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edouard Rambaud Clip Earrings with Turquoise Resin Cabochons
Edouard Rambaud Clip Earrings with Turquoise Resin Cabochons

Edouard Rambaud Clip Earrings with Turquoise Resin Cabochons

By Edouard Rambaud

Located in Atlanta, GA

French designer Edouard Rambaud Paris designed those stunning Byzantine-inspired clip-on earrings

Category

1980s French Byzantine Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

David Webb Gold Multi-Gem Ear Clips
David Webb Gold Multi-Gem Ear Clips

David Webb Gold Multi-Gem Ear Clips

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb gold multi-gem ear clips Hinged hoops with cabochon rubies, emeralds, and sapphires

Category

1990s Contemporary Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ancient Roman Coin Ear Clips
Yellow Gold Ancient Roman Coin Ear Clips

Yellow Gold Ancient Roman Coin Ear Clips

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 18 karat yellow gold ear clips with a replica of Roman coins at their center. Total

Category

1980s Classical Roman Vintage Clips

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K yellow gold fluted ribbon ear-clip
Vintage 18K yellow gold fluted ribbon ear-clip

Vintage 18K yellow gold fluted ribbon ear-clip

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 18K yellow gold fluted ribbon ear-clip earrings. Circa: 1970’s – 1980’s. This earrings

Category

Late 20th Century European Vintage Clips

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Clip on Earrings Aventurine Glass Silver
Vintage Clip on Earrings Aventurine Glass Silver

Vintage Clip on Earrings Aventurine Glass Silver

Located in Munich, Bavaria

The clip on earrings were handcrafted out of silver in the mid-20th century. The rectangular

Category

1950s Artisan Vintage Clips

Materials

Silver

1980s Chanel Gold Chain Clip On Earrings
1980s Chanel Gold Chain Clip On Earrings

1980s Chanel Gold Chain Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

like silhouette. Small CC signature at the bottom of each earring. Clip on backs. Signature beneath

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Chanel Gold Tone CC diamond-quilted clip-on earrings
Chanel Gold Tone CC diamond-quilted clip-on earrings

Chanel Gold Tone CC diamond-quilted clip-on earrings

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

1980s Chanel gold-tone CC diamond-quilted clip-on earrings featuring the signature interlocking CC

Category

1980s French Vintage Clips

Vintage gold designer runway clip on earrings
Vintage gold designer runway clip on earrings

Vintage gold designer runway clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1" by 1

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

Stephen Dweck Silver Gilt Semi Precious Ear Clips
Stephen Dweck Silver Gilt Semi Precious Ear Clips

Stephen Dweck Silver Gilt Semi Precious Ear Clips

By Stephen Dweck

Located in New York, NY

Stephen Dweck Silver Gilt Semi Precious Ear Clips from the 1990's. Set in vintage Etruscan settings

Category

1990s American Artisan Vintage Clips

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage silver tone leafs designer clip on earrings
Vintage silver tone leafs designer clip on earrings

Vintage silver tone leafs designer clip on earrings

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

Vintage coral celluloid flower clip on earrings
Vintage coral celluloid flower clip on earrings

Vintage coral celluloid flower clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone with coral celluloid • vintage clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS

Category

20th Century Vintage Clips

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Vintage Clips For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage clips available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find a collection of 31115 vintage versions or 16 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage clips 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 Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Yves Saint Laurent 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 5584, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage clips and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. When shopping our range of vintage clips, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Clips?

On average, vintage clips at 1stDibs sell for $1,681, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $785,000 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 Vintage Clips
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most 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, 2023
    How 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 8, 2023
    To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.