Clip-on Earrings
2010s Thai Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Vintage Clip-on Earrings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1950s Hong Kong Vintage Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Emerald
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Vintage Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Late 19th Century Indian Victorian Antique Clip-on Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Clip-on Earrings
Crafted to match every color palette, mood or whim, a luxurious pair of vintage clip-on earrings, like any pair of earrings, goes a long way toward completing a look and contributing to the rich form of self-expression that is accessorizing with your favorite jewelry.
Everyone loves a glamorous pair of earrings, but not everyone wants their ears pierced. That’s where a dazzling pair of clip-ons comes in.
Wearing earrings goes back thousands of years, but ear piercing didn’t really become popular in the United States until the 1950s and ’60s. Over the years, jewelry designers have endeavored to create all kinds of clip-on earrings to provide jewelry lovers with a way to express themselves by wearing their favorite adornments without having to undergo the piercing process.
Whether it’s the extravagant diamond clip-on drop earrings or chandelier earrings that flappers donned during Art Deco’s heyday — short hair was in style during the era, so women favored big, bold earrings — or if subdued pearl earrings, platinum earrings (a particularly versatile choice) or a contemporary variety is your thing, clip-on earrings have been made in all kinds of styles over the years.
Clip-on earrings continue to be a comfortable alternative to the traditional iteration, and these accessories are as stylish and adaptable to both casual and formal wear as they’ve ever been.
Explore a vast range of vintage clip-on earrings on 1stDibs now, and find the perfect pair for any ensemble. Our collection includes striking clip-on earrings by David Webb, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and others.