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Modern Clip-on Earrings

MODERN STYLE

Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.

Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”

A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.

Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.

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Style: Modern
Vintage Gilded Bezel Set Austrian Crystal Cluster Earrings, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures .75" in diameter - Gold plated - Faceted Austrian crystals - Clip on earring backs - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condit...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal

Whimsical Sun, Rainbow and Cherub Dangle Earrings By Kirks Folly, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 2" long - Gold plated - Rainbow colored crystal rhinestones in sky blue, baby pink and y...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Puffy Gold Rectangular Coil Earrings By Givenchy, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 1.1" x .9" - Gold plated - Clip on earring backs - By Givenchy (signed on clips) - Circ...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Goossens Paris Triple Cabochons Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Cabochons Clip 3 cabochons earrings, Green, red and orange A timeless theme that sees its colors change with the seasons. Each rock crystal stone is hand-dyed with beautiful shades....
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Sapphire "Jeweleaf" Maple Leaf Earrings By Alfred Philippe For Crown Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Rare, hard to find design - Each earring measures 1.1" x .9" - Rhodium plated (silver tone) - Clear and Sapphire blue-colored glass crystal baguettes - Clear Diamanté pavé - Clip on earring backs - Designed by Alfred Philippe for Crown Trifari...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

JAR Paris Magenta Aluminum Gold Valerie Clip Earrings
By JAR
Located in Palm Beach, FL
JAR Paris "Valerie" clip earrings, featuring anodized aluminum with a fused bright magenta/lavender finish. 18k yellow gold clip backs. Signed "JAR PARIS" on the underside of one e...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gold

Smoky Quartz Earrings in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Smoky quartz earrings in 14k gold. Central stone: Smoky quartz - 2 pieces Cut: cushion fancy cut Weight: 16 ct. total Color: golden brown Cla...
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2010s Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 5.60 Carat Fancy Yellow White Diamond Platinum Cluster Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in the enchanting allure of these GIA Certified 5.60 Carat Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Platinum Cluster Earrings. A symphony of shapes unfolds as marquise and pear diamond...
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2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Smoked Brown Topaz Crystal Pinwheel Earrings By Lisner, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1" in diameter - Gold plated - Yellow & Smoked Brown Topaz-colored crystals - Clip on earring backs - By Lisner (signed on clips) - Circa...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Textured Silver Modernist Dome Earrings By Monet, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1" in diameter - Silver tone plating - Polished and textured finishes - Clip on e...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

French Flower Spike Large Scale Pearl Earclips
Located in New York, NY
French flower spike pearlized resin large scale earclips. Silvered metal clip back fittings. Huge striking scale. Excellent Condition. Made in France. Length 2.75" Width 2.75" Heig...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Silver Plate

Earrings with topaz, tourmaline and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt bicolor gold ear clips set with topaz, tourmaline and brilliant cut diamond to. 0.80 ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description: the front of the ear clips has a diameter of 2.1 c...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Philippe Ferrandis Galactica Teardrop Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Clip earrings with purple and red resin. 24-carat gilded brass. Signature on the back Philippe Ferrandis, French luxury designer. His jewels are hand-made in his workshops in Paris, ...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

14kt Yellow Gold White Pearl Diamond Earrings, Clip-on Omega, .20cttw, 14x11mm
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
These exquisite earrings are crafted from 14kt yellow gold and feature two stunning 7 mm pinkish-white pearls that radiate elegance. Surrounding the pearls are 24 single-cut diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Gemstone Earrings Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 4.28 carats Zambian emerald, 4.70 carats turquoise and 0.63 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold 1.80c White Diamonds Modernist Style Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
The Rossella Ugolini 18K hammered and scratched yellow gold earrings with 1.80 carats of white diamonds are a stunning example of contemporary elegance. These simple yet precious lin...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel, Onyx Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Transport yourself back to the elegance of the 1970s with this exquisite pair of Bvlgari classic earrings, a testament to Italian craftsmanship and timeless design. Meticulously crea...
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20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

La Triomphe Onyx and Diamond Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Chic onyx and diamond earrings by La Triomphe. The domed onyx is half and inch in height and 3/4" in diameter. A triangle filled with diamonds adds just the right amount of bling. Cl...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage Brooch & Earrings Demi Parure - Faux Topaz & Rhinestones - Circa 1950's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage brooch and earrings demi parure - set with faux topaz and rhinestones - clip on backs to earrings - unsigned - circa 1950's. Excel...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

18k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl, Diamond, Tourmaline, and Iolite Ear Clips
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Ear Clips Feature 15.95 - 16 mm Mabe Pearls in Bezel Settings Surrounded by Appx 1.95 cts of Melee Diamonds Avg Color = G - I Average Clarity = I Include 1.40 ct Ova...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings with Pearls in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Gübelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
These elegant flower earrings by Gübelin feature two lustrous pearls set in a refined design of 18 Karat yellow gold. Each earring showcases a delicate, floral-inspired arrangement w...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clip-on Earrings in 21 Karat Gold by Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing the exquisite 21 Karat yellow gold earrings from the distinguished Jewelry House Lalaounis. Expertly crafted from premium gold, these clip-on earrings exude luxury with t...
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20th Century Greek Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Braid Texture Statement Earrings with Faux Pearls by Givenchy, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.4" x 1" - Gold plated - Faux pearls - Clip on earring backs - By Givenchy (signed on clips) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excelle...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Philippe Ferrandis unique Blue Chalcedony Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Elegant clip with Swarovski crystal and handmade glass pearl accent. Pairs perfectly with Philippe Ferrandis Chalcedony Snake Necklace
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony

Vintage Round and Baguettes with Sapphire Blue Earrings Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Round and Baguettes with Sapphire Blue Earrings Circa 1960s.Vintage Round Cut Crystals with Sapphire Crystal Baguettes Earrings. These have the l...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Yellow Gold Star Shaped Mabe Pearl Clip on Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold Star Shaped Clip On Earrings
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Heavy Gilt Etruscan "Duchess of Windsor" Medallion Drop Earrings By Alexis Kirk
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s - Extremely rare, hard to find piece - Oversized runway statement piece - This piece is a replica by Alexis Kirk of a des...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

14 Karat Gold and Pearl Clip-On Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of gold and pearl clip-on earrings. In textured 14k gold with a snake-like design and a dangling pearl at the bottom of the earring. Simply a great pair of eye-ca...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Coral Glass Bead & Gilded Leaf Cluster Earrings By Eugene Schultz, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures .75" x .75" - Faux coral glass bead and gilded leaf motif - Clip on earring backs ...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Richard Kerr Jeweled Clip Earrings Multicolor Dangle Disks
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr created these beautiful, eye-catching clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are composed of his trademark pave crystals and have a cascading dangle shape. They are framed ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Ornate Floral Earrings w Pearls & Crystals by Alfred Philippe For Crown Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1" diameter - Gold plated - Faux pearls - Navette crystals and crystal rhinestone accents - Clip on earring backs - Designed by Alfred Philippe for Crown...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Milky Mint Art Glass Hard Candy Earrings By Vogue, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1" diameter - Gold plated hardware - Pastel green swirl milk glass cabochons - Cl...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Cartier 1960s Precious Coral Diamond Circular Clip Earrings Yellow Gold Cased
Located in Lisbon, PT
Magnificent Pair of Cartier Corallium rubrum Precious Coral and Diamond Circular Clip Earrings in Yellow Gold, 1960s, fitted in a Cartier case from the period. Each earring of a circ...
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1960s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Platinum Diamond Cluster Earrings with 6 Pear Shapes D color VS1 clarity weighting 2.41cts & 4 Marquise D color VS1 clarity weighting 1.61cts. All GIA certified weighing tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French Jean Mahie Sun Disc Clip On Earrings in 22kt Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
French Jean Mahie Sun Disc Clip On Earrings in 22kt Yellow Gold These stunning clip-on earrings by Jean Mahie are a true celebration of modern artistry and craftsmanship. Handcrafte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Rose Gold Diamonds Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Diamonds Earrings 18K Rose Gold - 17.62 GM Diamonds - 638 - 6.30 CT Nurati Jewelry's classic diamond earrings captivate with their exquisite snowflake design. Expertl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris C De Cartier Huggies Clips Earrings 18Kt in Gold with VVS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Huggies clips earrings designed by Cartier. A very modern pair, created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier. These C de Cartier earrings...
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Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL 80s Giant Round CC Quilted Button Earrings
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: CHANEL Total Weight: 44.1 Grams Gold Plated Earring Measurements: ~1.3" Stamped: "CHANEL "Made in France" ​ ​Closure: Clip on Condition: Preowned Co...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Modern Clip-on Earrings

1999 Kieselstein Cord Alligator Earrings Vintage Sterling Silver Iolite Clip On
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage Kieselstein Cord Alligator earrings crafted in sterling silver (circa 1999). Iolite measures 7mm (in very good condition and free of cracks or chips...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Iolite, Sterling Silver

Raymond Yard 14 Karat Gold and Garnet Clip-On Flower Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of Raymond Yard 14k gold and garnet clip-on flower earrings. With faceted, oval garnet gemstones prong-set in 14k gold surrounding a solid gold flower...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Gold

1 Inch by 1 Inch Yellow Gold Asch Grossbardt Floral Design Inlaid Stone Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of smart looking 14K yellow gold earrings designed and crafted by Asch Grossbart. The artful pieces are made of precision cut stone inlay in a floral design against a backgrou...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amazonite, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mixed Metal Roman Coin Button Earrings By Ciner, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1" diameter - Gold plated hardware with silver tone accents - Silver tone Roman coins - Clip on earring backs - By Ciner (signed on clips)...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Francoise Montague large Knott Clip Earrings in Blue, Green and Purple
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Swirls of Swarovski crystal rondelles set on gold metal. A classic design by Francoise Montague . Fits perfectly on the ear. Francoise Montague took over the De Saurma jewelry worksh...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Rose Quartz and Mother of Pearl 18Kt Rose Gold Nude Clip Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
A modern pair of earrings made of 18Kt rose gold with a geometric shape. This lobe model is embellished with a beautiful color combination given by faceted-cut Rose Quartz and Mother...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Other, 18k Gold

Cartier Vintage Gold Earclips
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
18K yellow gold Cartier oval ear clips with a swirl pattern in relief. The clips have a lovely vintage feel to them, are fully signed and numbered Cartier 603680, stamped 750 and wi...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Red Enamel Gold Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stylish 18 karat gold and red enamel earrings. The gold criss cross is filled with six gold dots in each quadrant. One back has a clip and post. The post is missing from one of the e...
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Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

1980s Gilt Abstract Leaf Earrings With Crystal Rhinestone Pavé By Christian Dior
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1" tall - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestone accents - Clip on earring backs - By Christian Dior (signed on clips) - Circa 1980s - Estate ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

18k Gold Natural Black Diamond And White Diamond Decorated Omega Back Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.5 grams. Totally is white diamond 1.20 ct. The white diamond is has F color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is black diamond 1 ct. The box is not...
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Early 2000s European Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat White Gold Invisible Sapphire Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely sapphire stud earrings that you can use as everyday. We use the top quality Sapphire for our invisible setting. It is sweet blue and very sparking. The invisible is a highly...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cluster Diamond and Rubies Estate Earrings
Located in New York, NY
"Lovely diamodn and cabochon rubies yellow gold round dome earrings. Crafted in 18k yellow gold in a somewhat vintage manner these earrings a...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gilt Etruscan Sapphire & Topaz Crystal Statement Earrings By Gem Craft, 1980s
By Gem-Craft
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1.25" x 1.25" - Gold plated - Sapphire blue and orange topaz colored crystals - Clip on earring backs - By Gem Craft...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Jeweled Clip-on Earrings with Scottish Tartan Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
These impressive Italian Lucite or Resin dangling clip-on earrings feature an oversized chandelier shape with an "S" design in an incredible Scottish tartan or plaid red and green gl...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

4 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings E/F Color
Located in Chicago, IL
4 ct Pear, Marquise & Princess Cut Diamond Flower Shape Cluster 18k White Gold Cuff Earrings
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

Bulgari Bvlgari 18k White Gold Doppio Cuore Diamond Ear Clips Appx 0.50 ct
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulgari Bvlgari 18k White Gold Doppio Cuore Diamond Ear Clips Appx 0.50 ct Gorgeous Doppio Cuore Earrings by Bulgari Feature Appx 0.50 ct Pave Diamonds over Solid 18k White Gold Hea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

MINAS SPIRIDIS 18K YG Modernist Curved clip on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare MINAS SPIRIDIS solid 18K yellow gold modernist earrings. The curve design is meant to work as a hook over the intertragic notch of the ear. A very special pair of earrings indee...
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1980s Greek Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Clip-on Earrings 18 Karat Two Colour Gold Diamonds Brilliant Cut Waves
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This solid clip on earrings are designed as a series of waves. Each wave is set with brilliant cut diamonds. Each clip is set with 57 round cut diamonds. The approximate weight of the 114 diamonds in both clips is 3.5 carats ca. The gold tone in between the lines is of a darker color than the raised segments with the diamonds. The clip mechanisms are marked wit the registered words 'gem lok...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Pennino Flower Cornucopia Earrings Circa 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pennino Flower Cornucopia Earrings. So realistic looking. One for the Left and one for the Right. Layered and 3D. Clip On. These look li...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Designer ANTONINI Faceted Citrine Ball French Clip Gold Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and finely detailed Antonini Designer Earrings. Each earring features a securely Hand set Faceted Citrine Ball Gemstones, weighing approx. 12tcw for both Earrings. H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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