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Vintage ear clip with clear rhinestones + green rhinestones 1940s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A pair of very nice and wearable ear clip with different shapes and cuts of rhinestones. In the
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Vintage 1950s Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Cartier 18ct Textured Yellow Gold and Diamond Vintage Ear Clips, circa 1960s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A striking pair of vintage gold and diamond earrings by Cartier c.1960s, each designed as a triple
Category
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 5.26 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Vintage Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring emerald cut aquamarines weighing approximately 4.62 carats total
Transparent light blue in color - prong set in basket with fanning wire surround
Terminating with prong set...
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Vintage 1950s Drop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Turquoise and Diamond Ear Clips
Located in Weston, MA
These charming vintage ear clips feature an 18k yellow gold fan shape suspending a graduated fringe
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 2.18 CTW Diamond Platinum Ribbon Foliate Vintage Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as ribbon and foliate motif spray clusters featuring emerald cut diamonds
Weighing approximately 1.42 carats total - G color with VS2 clarity - prong set
With additional ba...
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Vintage 1950s Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Monet X shape Ear Clips
By Monet
Located in Dubai, DU
Unlock the timeless sophistication of Monet with these exquisite X-shaped vintage ear clips, an
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
18 Karat Yellow Gold Sandalwood 1970s Ear Clips by René Boivin
By René Boivin
Located in Zurich, CH
Pair of 18 karat yellow gold and sandalwood vintage ear clips by René Boivin, each composed of two
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Clip-on earring by DEMARIO NY, pealrs and rhinestones, gold plated, 1950
By DeMario
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage ear clips from DEMARIO NY from the 1950s.
A round shape with a 5-petaled flower, these are
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Vintage 1950s American Romantic Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
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H 1.5 in Dm 1.11 in
Signed Seaman Schepps Cabochon Rubellite Tourmaline Clip-On Earrings in 18k
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
estimated 44.00 carats in total, set in a simple white gold prong mounting, these vintage ear clips are
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Monet Marbelised Ear Clips
By Monet
Located in Dubai, DU
1980's Monet marbelised enamel ear clips, a stylish duo of eternal earrings that shimmer with
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Monet Floral Pearl Ear Clips
By Monet
Located in Dubai, DU
Luxuriously designed for a timeless aesthetic, these vintage Monet floral pearl ear clips add
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Napier Swirl Red Glass Ear clips
By Napier
Located in Dubai, DU
Vintage Napier Swirl Red Glass Ear clips offer timeless beauty, bestowing upon the wearer a
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
bee ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
length 3.7 cm, vintage parts date 1970s, clip-on so can be worn in different positions.
These earrings
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2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Other, Brass
Vintage Chanel Turnlock Double CC Logo Ear Clips
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, DU
Crafted from glossy gold-tone metal, these Vintage Chanel Turnlock Double CC Logo Ear Clips offer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Crystal and Ruby Ear Clips
Located in Alford, MA
Dramatic rhinestone and ruby stone ear clips that follow the curve of the earlobe. The earpiece
Category
Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Old Cut Diamond Flower Ear-clips In Platinum.
Located in New York, NY
Magnificently designed as a flower set with 30 carats of old cut diamond ear clips in Platinum
Category
Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
begonia with bee ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
size:length 10cm
Total length 10 cm, pearl size 4 mm, vintage parts date 1970s, clip-on so can be worn in
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Brass
ginkgo ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts, pearl jewelry
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage 1970s Japanese glass pearls, glass beads
size:length 7.5cm
An ear clip
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2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Vintage 18 Carat Clip on Earrings Ear Studs Turquoise
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These elegant clipon ear studs are made out of 18 karat gold and are set with cabochon turquoise.
Category
Vintage 1960s European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Angel Brooch Ear-Clips Set
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage CHANEL gold toned angle earclips and brooch set. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Clip on
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Floral Micro Mosaic Ear Clips - Unsigned - Italy - Early 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage floral micro mosaic ear clips - silver tone rope twist metal details and backs - unsigned
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Romantic Clip-on Earrings
W 0.63 in D 0.38 in L 0.63 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Platinum Pearl Diamond Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
scattered diamond halo. These Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pearl Diamond Halo Button Earrings, made in NY
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Austrian Crystal Topaz & Gold Tone Ear Clips & Brooch/Pin, circa 1950s
Located in Chatham, CA
Mid Century Austrian crystal topaz and aquamarine ear clips and brooch/pin in gold tone frames
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Modern Clip-on Earrings
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Dm 1.13 in
David Webb Jade Diamond Ruby Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Ancient World Vintage Carved Jade Button Earrings have the quality of significant artifacts
Category
20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
David Webb "Angel Skin" Coral Drop Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in Weston, MA
group of extraordinary gems. In these vintage David Webb ear clips, oval cabochon coral is framed by
Category
20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Matthew Trent Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 1.88 ct Round Diamond Earrings Ear clips
Located in Addison, TX
Piece Style: Earrings / Ear clips
Weight of Necklace: 13.3 grams
Condition: Very Good
Markings
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Dm 9.06 in
Vintage Austrian GIA Thai Sapphire and Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Ear Clips
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Austrian GIA Thai Sapphire and Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Ear Clip Earrings
Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage huge Etruscan style gold faux glass gemstone designer runway clip on ear
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with jewel glass cabs
• vintage designer runway clip on earrings
Category
20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
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Dm 1.25 in
Christian Lacroix Paris signed ear clips gold-plated 1990s
By Christian Lacroix Paris
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage Lacroix Paris, star-shaped ear clips from the 1990s.
Measurement: 4,3 cm x 4,3 cm/ 1,7" x
Category
Vintage 1980s French Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage ANNE KLEINN huge matte gold chain rope pearl runway designer clip on ear
By Anne Klein
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned ANNE KLEIN
• gold tone
• clip on designer runway earrings
MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
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W 1.18 in L 1.38 in
Sherman, Aurora Borealis & Blue Crystal Ear Clips, Canada, circa 1950s
By Sherman Jewelry
Located in Chatham, CA
SHERMAN - Vintage pair of Aurora Borealis and blue crystal ear clips - featuring a large round
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Modern Clip-on Earrings
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H 1 in W 1 in D 0.63 in
18 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Ear Clips
Located in Zurich, CH
Attractive pair of 18 karat yellow and white gold and diamond ear clips.
Eye-catching, v-shaped
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Marina B. Milan 18kt gold vintage pair of hoop ear clips in a scallop design
By Marina B
Located in Braintree, GB
Marina B. Milan 18kt yellow gold vintage pair of hoop ear clips in a scallop design.
Signed Marina
Category
1990s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold French Carved Green Jade Faces Diamond Ear Clips Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Handcarved Jade Faces Ear clips with Gold Diamond-Accented Wings.
2 carved jade faces ap
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Tara Ware, Celtic Sterling Silver & Enamel Ear Clips, Ireland, circa 1965
Located in Chatham, CA
TARA WARE - Vintage pair of sterling silver and enamel earrings / ear clips - hand made - featuring
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Mid-20th Century Irish Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
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D 0.25 in Dm 0.88 in
Bulgari 18ct Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel 'Doppio Cuore' Ear Clips
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage gold and stainless steel ‘Doppio Cuore’ earrings by Bulgari c.1990s, formed of a
Category
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Chanel ear clips by Maison Gripoix with large pearls attached, signed 2CC8
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Maison Gripoix for Chanel, this Vintage Chanel Gripoix Flower Pendant is a delightful ear clip which is
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
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W 0.32 in D 0.24 in Dm 0.55 in L 0.94 in
Marcel Boucher, Art Deco Style Gold Tone Ear Clips, Signed, Usa, circa 1955-1971
By Marcel Boucher
Located in Chatham, CA
MARCEL BOUCHER - Art Deco style yellow gold tone round ear clips - each clip featuring stylized
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
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D 0.63 in Dm 0.88 in
1.80ctw VS1-VS2/G-H Diamond, Black Onyx and yellow gold 18K Ear Clips
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handsome and chic large clip earrings in a timeless and simple style which frame the face
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.8 in L 1.25 in
Vintage Iradj Moini Gigantic Crystal Ear climbers 1980s
By Iradj Moini
Located in Wilmslow, GB
The most spectacular pair of Vintage Iradj Moini Ear climbers. Boasting a huge array of large fancy
Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Clip In Golden Metal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic pair of CHANEL earrings from the 80s. Vintage clip in gold metal with a quilted effect and a
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gilt Metal
Pr of Retro Leaf Shaped Diamond Ear Clips Mounted in 14 KT and Platinum, c1950
Located in valatie, NY
Pair of Open Leaf Shaped Diamond Ear Clips Mounted in Platinum and 14K White Gold1 weighing
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, White Gold
W 0.75 in D 0.83 in L 1.03 in
Vintage Coral Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural coral and gold large-scale clip-on earrings circa 1970. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #E2677. Scroll
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Vintage 1970s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Napier Gold Plated Clip On Sculptural Earrings Vintage
By Napier
Located in North Miami, FL
These gold plated vintage signed Napier clip on earrings are screw backs. They are sculptural
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Antique Vintage Ciner Clip-On Orange Glass Earrings
By Ciner
Located in Jacksonville, FL
pierced ears, offering versatility and accessibility.
These Antique Vintage Ciner Clip-On Orange Glass
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
French Vintage 18K gold wheat clip on earrings
Located in Versailles, FR
equipped with a clip closing system, making them suitable for pierced ears. They have the french owl
Category
20th Century French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Jewelled Ear of Wheat Chains Initials Dangling Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver toned dangling (clip-on) earrings featuring an articulated ear of
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
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W 0.6 in L 5.52 in
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
Boris Aurealis Vintage Crystal Clip On Earrings by Vogue
By Vogue
Located in North Miami, FL
These ever so chic and gorgeous hues of the designer Vogue vintage prong set clip on earrings have
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage CHANEL gold toned dangle ear-clips featuring a quilted diamond shaped clip and a "CHANEL
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Diamond Clip-On Earrings in White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of vintage Bvlgari diamond ear clips set in 18 karat white gold. Each earring is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Dangle Clip-On Gilded Earrings
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the epitome of timeless elegance and bohemian charm, the Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
1990's Vintage Judith Leiber Enamel Butterfly Clip Earrings
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Judith Leiber enamel butterfly ear clips with green wings and rhinestones
Category
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Turquoise Sapphire and Diamond Clip-on in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage natural turquoise Cabochon ear clips made in 18-karat white gold circa 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Amethyst and Sterling Silver Drop Dangle Clip On Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning pair of vintage 1950's clip on drop dangle earrings are amethyst and sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
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H 2 in W 0.5 in L 2 in
VIntage Brass Sculptural Studio Heart Shaped Clip On Dangle Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
These studio vintage brutalist brass clip on earrings are so sculptural! Their hand crafted form is
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Brass
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H 3.25 in W 2.5 in L 3.25 in
Elsa Schiaparelli Vintage Faceted Topaz Crystal Glass Clip on Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in North Miami, FL
clip on earrings so elegant. They hug the ear lobe with grace and beauty. These are meticulously made
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Vintage 1940s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Vintage Diamond Sapphire Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Gold Clip-On-Earrings
Located in Munich, Bavaria
cabochon in the centre surrounded by gem set flower petals. Each ear clip is surrounded by twelve round cut
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Vintage 1970s North American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Schiaparelli Turquoise & Green Glass Strand Necklace & Clip on Earrings Vintage
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in North Miami, FL
The colors of the sea in alternating glass beads of blues and greens make up this signed vintage
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Diamond Turquoise White Gold Flutter Fan Clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
This Exquisite Vintage Flutter & Fan Design turquoise earrings with Clip On Earrings,
Crafted in
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Vintage 1960s North American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
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Vintage Ear Clip For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage ear clip for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect vintage ear clip may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a vintage ear clip has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and Bulgari are consistently popular. A vintage ear clip can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 30 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage ear clip, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Ear Clip?
The price for a vintage ear clip starts at $109 and tops out at $88,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $2,895.
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 Ear Clip
- 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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.
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