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Barrera 1990s Pearlescent Floral Clip on Earrings
Barrera 1990s Pearlescent Floral Clip on Earrings

Barrera 1990s Pearlescent Floral Clip on Earrings

By Jose and Maria Barrera

Located in London, GB

1990s floral pearlescent earrings by high end American designers Jose and Marie Barrera. These showcase a large faux pearlescent centre surrounded by a gold ring of seed pearls and f...

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1990s American Vintage Clips

Yves Saint Laurent polished silver ear-clips
Yves Saint Laurent polished silver ear-clips

Yves Saint Laurent polished silver ear-clips

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent polished silver-toned metal ear-clips are bamboo styled. Height is 1", width is

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1970s Vintage Clips

1970s Pave Diamond Ribbed Gold Clip Earrings
1970s Pave Diamond Ribbed Gold Clip Earrings

1970s Pave Diamond Ribbed Gold Clip Earrings

Located in Miami Beach, FL

design that gets smaller as it goes down the ear. They have a hinged clip back with no post.

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Estate Clip on Triangle Dot Earrings Silver
John Hardy Estate Clip on Triangle Dot Earrings Silver

John Hardy Estate Clip on Triangle Dot Earrings Silver

By John Hardy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

John Hardy Estate Clip-on Triangle Dot Earrings Silver JH50 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE

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1990s American Vintage Clips

Materials

Silver

1970s French Ruby Diamond Flower Ear Clips
1970s French Ruby Diamond Flower Ear Clips

1970s French Ruby Diamond Flower Ear Clips

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Ear clips made in France set with old mine and Old European Cut diamonds weighing approximately

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1970s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Marquise Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Swirl Clip-On Earrings
Marquise Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Swirl Clip-On Earrings

Marquise Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Swirl Clip-On Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Marquise Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Swirl Clip-On Earrings Description: These vibrant estate

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20th Century Retro Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Vintage Monet Gold Plated Swirl Clip-On Earrings 1980s
Vintage Monet Gold Plated Swirl Clip-On Earrings 1980s

Vintage Monet Gold Plated Swirl Clip-On Earrings 1980s

By Monet

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A pair of Vintage Monet Swirl Earrings. A classic gold plated on-lobe clip with real presence. A

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1980s Vintage Clips

1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags
1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags

1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags

By Valentino

Located in Capri, IT

1980s Valentino clip-on earrings totally made in Italy with Crystal Swarovski Stones still with

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1980s Vintage Clips

1980s Costume Jewelry Clip-on Earrings by Christian Dior
1980s Costume Jewelry Clip-on Earrings by Christian Dior

1980s Costume Jewelry Clip-on Earrings by Christian Dior

By Christian Dior

Located in Aci Castello, IT

These exquisite and rare 1980s Christian Dior clip-on earrings, crafted in Germany are a true

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Late 20th Century German Modern Vintage Clips

Lucite with emerald set clip-on earrings
Lucite with emerald set clip-on earrings

Lucite with emerald set clip-on earrings

Located in New York, NY

These simple yet elegant clip-on earrings are in lucite with an faux emerald setting with a gold

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1980s Unknown Vintage Clips

1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags
1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags

1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags

By Valentino

Located in Capri, IT

Valentino really vintage clip-on earrings totally made in Italy with Crystal Swarovski Stones

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1980s 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 46 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DE...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Clips

Vintage gold enamel designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold enamel designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold enamel designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 46 ❤️❤️ ...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Clips

1950s Bow Leaf Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
1950s Bow Leaf Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings

1950s Bow Leaf Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings

Located in South Pasadena, CA

1950s Bow Leaf yellow gold clip-on earrings. The Bow Leaf Yellow Gold Clip-On earrings were made

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1950s American Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Lea Stein Clip On Heart Earrings
1970s Lea Stein Clip On Heart Earrings

1970s Lea Stein Clip On Heart Earrings

By Lea Stein

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

accessorize with any outfit! Clip-on closures, 100% celluloid and Made in Paris, France. Note: Along with her

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1970s French Vintage Clips

3 Color 18 Karat Earrings with Clip - Micheletto
3 Color 18 Karat Earrings with Clip - Micheletto

3 Color 18 Karat Earrings with Clip - Micheletto

By Olivo Micheletto

Located in Milano, Lombardia

design with three colors: yellow, white, and rose gold. Designed with clips for secure wear, these

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1970s Italian Vintage Clips

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Kramer Gold Tone Flower Clip-On Earrings, 1970s
Vintage Kramer Gold Tone Flower Clip-On Earrings, 1970s

Vintage Kramer Gold Tone Flower Clip-On Earrings, 1970s

By Kramer

Located in New York, NY

houses, like a Van Cleef or Cartier, would have created years ago. They are just so special. Clip on

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1970s American Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

Mixed Metal

NAPIER signed silver designer clip on earrings
NAPIER signed silver designer clip on earrings

NAPIER signed silver designer clip on earrings

By Napier

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed NAPIER • silver tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 44 ❤️❤️ VINTA...

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1980s Vintage Clips

Vintage gold seashell designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold seashell designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold seashell designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigne • gold tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 44 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESI...

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1980s Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold

BULATTI signed vintage silver tone designer clip earrings
BULATTI signed vintage silver tone designer clip earrings

BULATTI signed vintage silver tone designer clip earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed BULATTI • silver tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 61 ❤️❤️ VINTA...

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20th Century Vintage Clips

Vintage gold rhinestone designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold rhinestone designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 45 ❤️...

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1980s Vintage Clips

CHANEL Gilded Small CC Clip-On Earrings
CHANEL Gilded Small CC Clip-On Earrings

CHANEL Gilded Small CC Clip-On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Condition : very good Made in France Material : gold plated metal Color : gold Measurements : diameter 1,5 cm Hardware : gold plated metal Stamp : yes Year : 1971-1980 Details : smal...

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1970s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold Plate

Gripoix Green gem flower clip on earrings
Gripoix Green gem flower clip on earrings

Gripoix Green gem flower clip on earrings

By Maison Gripoix

Located in London, GB

and red cabochons set in a gold-toned metal flower. Secured using a clip-on fastening, these unique

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20th Century Vintage Clips

Vintage gold flowers designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold flowers designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold flowers 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 37 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...

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1980s Vintage Clips

Vintage gold glass designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold glass designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold glass designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 42 ...

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1970s Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold

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 42 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DE...

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1980s Vintage Clips

Napier Gold Plated Clip On Earrings with Baguette Rhinestones
Napier Gold Plated Clip On Earrings with Baguette Rhinestones

Napier Gold Plated Clip On Earrings with Baguette Rhinestones

By Napier

Located in London, GB

Napier glamorous gold plated clip on earrings, featuring baguette rhinestones. The rhinestones

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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Clips

Francoise Montague Paris Clip Earrings Resin Hibiscus Flower
Francoise Montague Paris Clip Earrings Resin Hibiscus Flower

Francoise Montague Paris Clip Earrings Resin Hibiscus Flower

By Francoise Montague

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cilea Paris designed these stunning acrylic-resin clip-on earrings for French jewelry designer

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1990s French Modern Vintage Clips

Edouard Rambaud Gilded Metal Carved Clip-on Earrings
Edouard Rambaud Gilded Metal Carved Clip-on Earrings

Edouard Rambaud Gilded Metal Carved Clip-on Earrings

By Edouard Rambaud

Located in Atlanta, GA

These elegant Edouard Rambaud Paris clip-on earrings feature a dimensional carved stylized branches

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1980s French Modernist Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

14k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Ear Clip Earrings
14k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Ear Clip Earrings

14k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Ear Clip Earrings

By Non Branded

Located in Lexington, KY

These beautiful clip on earrings feature two large lapis lazuli oval cabochons that are set into

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1980s Contemporary Vintage Clips

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Sterling Silver 'Dot' Omega Clip Earrings
John Hardy Sterling Silver 'Dot' Omega Clip Earrings

John Hardy Sterling Silver 'Dot' Omega Clip Earrings

By John Hardy

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Secured with omega clip closures to the reverse of each. Marked to the reverse of each. Simply a

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20th Century Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Alligator Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Alligator Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Alligator Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Alligator Clip-on Earrings Sterling Silver TIF953 These elegant

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1990s American Vintage Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage gold pearl designer clip on earrings
Vintage gold pearl designer clip on earrings

Vintage gold pearl designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux pearl • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...

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1980s Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold

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 • 1" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 41 ❤️❤...

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1980s Vintage Clips

BULGARI Sapphire and Diamond Flower Ear Clips, Circa 1960s
BULGARI Sapphire and Diamond Flower Ear Clips, Circa 1960s

BULGARI Sapphire and Diamond Flower Ear Clips, Circa 1960s

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A dazzling expression of vintage glamour, these BVLGARI circa 1960s ear clips blossom with a

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1960s Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Germany 1970s vintage clip-on earrings
Christian Dior Germany 1970s vintage clip-on earrings

Christian Dior Germany 1970s vintage clip-on earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Genova, IT

Orecchini Dior Germany ABOUT Christian Dior orecchini a clip degli anni '70. Sono realizzati in

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1970s German Vintage Clips

Karl Lagerfeld Bonzaï Gold-Toned Clip-On Earrings
Karl Lagerfeld Bonzaï Gold-Toned Clip-On Earrings

Karl Lagerfeld Bonzaï Gold-Toned Clip-On Earrings

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chic and collectible, these Karl Lagerfeld gold-toned clip-on earrings feature a bold, sculptural

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1990s French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold Plate

David Webb Sapphire Emerald, Diamond and Gold Ear Clips
David Webb Sapphire Emerald, Diamond and Gold Ear Clips

David Webb Sapphire Emerald, Diamond and Gold Ear Clips

By David Webb

Located in Weston, MA

It’s the unique pairing of color and cut that makes these David Webb ear clips stand out. A large

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1970s American Retro Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

1990s Ciner Gold Tone Button Clip-on Earrings
1990s Ciner Gold Tone Button Clip-on Earrings

1990s Ciner Gold Tone Button Clip-on Earrings

By Ciner

Located in London, GB

A statement pair of 1990s Ciner burnished gold tone metal clip on earrings. These striking earrings

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1990s American Vintage Clips

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

Vintage silver tone designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER JEWELRY...

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1980s Vintage Clips

Henry Perichon Talosel Clip Earrings with Pink Crystal Cabochons
Henry Perichon Talosel Clip Earrings with Pink Crystal Cabochons

Henry Perichon Talosel Clip Earrings with Pink Crystal Cabochons

By Henry Perichon

Located in Atlanta, GA

French jewelry artist Henry Perichon (aka Henry) designed these exquisite Talosel resin clip-on

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1960s French Medieval Vintage Clips

Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip-on Earrings Sterling Silver TIF968 These elegant

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1990s American Vintage Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dominique Denaive Green and Blue Ceramic Dangle Clip Earrings
Dominique Denaive Green and Blue Ceramic Dangle Clip Earrings

Dominique Denaive Green and Blue Ceramic Dangle Clip Earrings

By Dominique Denaive

Located in Atlanta, GA

These lovely Dominique Denaive Paris clip-on earrings feature a sculptural dangling shape, with a

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1990s French Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Clip On Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Clip On Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a CC logo at the center. Embossed CHANEL Made

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20th Century French Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip on Earrings Sterling Silver

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Fan Clip-on Earrings Sterling Silver TIF969 These elegant

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1990s American Vintage Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Richard Kerr Jeweled Clip Earrings Purple and Topaz Crystal
Richard Kerr Jeweled Clip Earrings Purple and Topaz Crystal

Richard Kerr Jeweled Clip Earrings Purple and Topaz Crystal

By Richard Kerr

Located in Atlanta, GA

Richard Kerr designed those lovely statement clip-on earrings in the 1980s. The brand signature

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1980s American Modern Vintage Clips

Chanel Golden Metal Openwork Clip-on Earrings, 1991
Chanel Golden Metal Openwork Clip-on Earrings, 1991

Chanel Golden Metal Openwork Clip-on Earrings, 1991

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Impressive golden metal openwork clip-on earrings. 1991 Spring-Summer

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20th Century French Vintage Clips

Vintage Burberry check clip on earrings, Gold tone
Vintage Burberry check clip on earrings, Gold tone

Vintage Burberry check clip on earrings, Gold tone

By Burberry

Located in NEWARK, GB

A fantastic pair of vintage Burberry check clip on earrings. A smaller pair of clip on earrings

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Late 20th Century British Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Enamel

1960s Gilded Plastic Flower Huge Italian Clip On Earrings
1960s Gilded Plastic Flower Huge Italian Clip On Earrings

1960s Gilded Plastic Flower Huge Italian Clip On Earrings

Located in Aci Castello, IT

1960s Mid-Century Italian Gilded Plastic Flower Huge Clip-On Earrings Make a bold and vibrant

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Clips

Christian Lacroix Bi-color Acrylic Drop Clip Earrings
Christian Lacroix Bi-color Acrylic Drop Clip Earrings

Christian Lacroix Bi-color Acrylic Drop Clip Earrings

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Atlanta, GA

These rare, stunning Christian Lacroix Paris acrylic resin clip-on earrings feature an important

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1980s French Modernist Vintage Clips

Mercedes Robirosa Paris Gilded Metal Snake Clip Earrings
Mercedes Robirosa Paris Gilded Metal Snake Clip Earrings

Mercedes Robirosa Paris Gilded Metal Snake Clip Earrings

By Mercedes Robirosa

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mercedes Robirosa Paris designed these rare clip-on earrings. The pieces feature an oversized

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1980s French Modern Vintage Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Garnet & Diamond Clip-On Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Garnet & Diamond Clip-On Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

Garnet & Diamond Clip-On Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Garnet & Diamond Clip-On Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold Crafted in 18k yellow gold, these

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gripoix Clip-On Earrings with Yellow Glass Paste
Gripoix Clip-On Earrings with Yellow Glass Paste

Gripoix Clip-On Earrings with Yellow Glass Paste

By Maison Gripoix

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Gripoix - (Made in France) Large golden metal clip-on earrings with yellow glass paste. Work from

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1980s French Vintage Clips

Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings These elegant Van Cleef &

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20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Clips

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hat-shape Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1970s
Hat-shape Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1970s

Hat-shape Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1970s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Golden metal clip-on earrings representing hats. Jewelry from the 1970s. Additional information

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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.