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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
Robert Wander 18K Semi Baroque South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very versatile pair of late-20th century 18K yellow gold designer fashion earrings is set with two 13.5mm semi-baroque South Sea pearls surrounded by a line of brilliant cut dia...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Red Gripoix Glass Earrings With Smokey Gray Rhinestones By Hattie Carnegie
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1" x .8" - Gold plated - Gripoix-style bright cranberry red-colored oval glass cab...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Naimah Love Lips Statement Earrings, Crystal
Located in Istanbul, 34
Love starts with the heart and lasts on the lips. These might be the sexiest earrings ever! Our sexy gold statement heart earrings with diamond kisses. Shine your love on! Compositi...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Gold Statement Earrings With Emerald Glass Cabochons By Paolo Gucci, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 1.25" x 1.1" - Gold plated - Emerald green-colored glass cabochon accents - Clip on earr...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

HEART CLIP-ON EARRING, Yves Saint Laurent, large heart rhinestone, 1980s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
YVES SAINT LAURENT (MADE IN FRANCE) HEART CLIP-ON EARRING. Truly magnificent, fabulous and over sized 'HEART' earring. consisting of a large cut rhinestone heart. Measurement Width...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

Vintage Signed Ciner Goldtone Faux-Turquoise Rhinestone Flower Clip Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
1950s goldtone and faux-turquoise clip back earrings. Marked "Ciner." Measure: 1.13 L x 0.69 W inches. Excellent condition. Ciner is a company out of New York City, which was found...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Vintage 1950s Signed Boucher Goldtone & Pave Rhinestone Heart Clip Back Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1950s textured goldtone pave clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Boucher" with inventory number "5370." Measure: 1 inches tall by 13/16 inches wide. Condition: Very go...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Vintage Crown Trifari Tutti Fruity Fruit Salad White Acorn Clip Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Circa early 1950s white rhinestone acorns with clear round rhinestone accents clip earrings. Marked crown "Trifari." Measure: 7/8 inches long by 7/8 inches wide. Condition: Very goo...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Clip-on earring, Yves Saint Laurent large heart with clear rhinestones, 1980s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Truly magnificant, fabulous and over sized 'HEART' by YVES SAINT LAURENT Paris earring. The large, slightly different golden hearts are decorated with rhinestones in different shape...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal, Gold, Gilt Metal

Vintage Late 1950s Signed Boucher Goldtone Clear Rhinestone Clip Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Late 1950s goldtone textured clear rhinestone clip back earrings. Marked "Boucher" with inventory number "6368" Measure: 1.25 inches L x 1 inches W. Excellent condition. Marcel Bouc...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Vintage Tiffany & Co Earrings c1990 Signature X Cross Sterling Silver 18k Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co 'X' cross signature earrings, crafted in sterling silver & 18 karat yellow gold. The cross earrings feature 18k yellow gold rope d...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Gold Tone Diamante and Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Diamante and Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1960s. These are so chic and look like fine. There is a lot of thought that went into the construction of making these...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Mixed Metal

1.6 ct Baguette Cut Diamond Channel Set Earrings 18k
Located in Rome, IT
1.6 ct Baguette Cut Diamond Channel Set Earrings 18k White Gold. The earrings weigh 11 grams, with 16 Natural Baguette Cut Diamonds weighing approximately 1.6 ct total weight, th...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

14k bicolour gold ear clips set with single cut diamonds up to . 0.80ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold ear clips set with single cut diamonds up to . 0.80ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the size of the ear clip is 2.0 cm long by 1.3 cm wide weight 11.8 gram...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Dazzling Diamond and Multi Colored Sapphire Clip On Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond and Multi Colored Sapphire Clip On Earrings in 18K Gold. Earrings create a subtle beauty while showcasing the colors of the natural precious gemstones and illuminating diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2 Carats Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Rome, IT
2ctw pair of asscher cut diamonds is gorgeously sophisticated and is exceptionally clean with VS1 clarity! The diamonds are graded F/He for color, and they face up with very minimal...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Gilberto Cassola White Gold South Sea Pearls Diamonds Earrings
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt White Gold Earrings with 12.50 mm White South Sea Pearls, White Marquise and Baguette Cut Diamonds. 12.50 mm South Sea Pearls, total weight of ct 32.00. Excepti...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Winona's Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 18K Metal Color : Yellow Gold, White Gold Diamond Carat Weight : 2.50ttcw JEWELRY CARE Over the course of time, body oil ...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Winona's Earrings
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18K Gold New Made Natural Old Mine Cut Diamond And Ruby Decorated Bird Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.1 grams. Totally is diamond 3.70 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.08 ct. Box is not included. Pleas...
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2010s Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Platinum and Diamond Tiffany & Co. Spiral Diamond Earrings by Angela Cummings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This iconic vintage pair of platinum and diamond earrings were conceived by noted jewelry designer Angela Cummings, on behalf of Tiffany and Company. The exciting design is now reti...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Platinum

Designer KJ Modern Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Amber, Jasper And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Nice designer Modern Earrings with gemstones. These unusual earrings were designed as a mirrored left and right pair and crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished...
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Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Amber, Pearl, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings set with diamonds up to 1.50ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with brilliant cut diamonds up to . 1.50ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description: The front of the earring is 4.0 cm long by 9.2 mm wide weight 6.6 grams ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hammered Gold and Diamond Ear Clips
Located in Darnestown, MD
Finely made, hammered gold oval shape earrings surrounded by fine diamonds. The stones are VS-1 quality. The gold dome has a hammered texture; it measures half an inch deep. The earr...
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1980s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Francoise Montague Statement Drop Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Francoise Montague took over the De Saurma jewelry workshop in the late 1940s. Her mother founded the workshop in 1945, according to "Costume Jewelry for Haute Couture" by Florence M...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Naimah Maneki Neko Earrings
Located in Istanbul, 34
Presenting our Maneki-neko Earrings – a captivating blend of Japanese tradition and contemporary artistry. Crafted in elegant gold vermeil, these earrings pay tribute to the iconic "...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Geometric Enameled Dome Earrings With Crystal Pavé By Ciner, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 1" in diameter - Gold plated - Black and brown enamel - Crystal rhinestone pavé - Clip ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Earrings set with sapphire and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold clip-on earrings set with 1.50ct sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to. 0.40ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the front of the ear clip is 1.5 cm long by 1.1 cm w...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1994 Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Geometric Drop Clip On Earrings
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a pair of gold tone long geometric clip on earrings. It is designed by Christian Lacroix for 1994 Summer collection. The piece is gold plated. Massive but light. Very styli...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Dominique Denaive Paris Cantaloupe Pearlized Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dominique Denaive Paris crafted these elegant dangle clip-on earrings in his craft shop in France. The pieces boast a dangling-drop shape in pearlized resin with rounded pebbles in a...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Silver Plate

Kaso Silver Mirror Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harriet Bauknight for Kaso designed these elegant oversized dangling chandelier Lucite clip-on earrings. The dimensional geometric shape boasts dangling charms with a mirror-textured...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Richard Kerr Dangle Silver Crystal Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr designed these gorgeous statement clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are composed of his emblematic pavé rhinestones and feature dangling geometric shapes, all covered ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Silver Brutalist Sunburst Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1" in diameter - Silver "Trifarium" plating - Polished and textured finishes - C...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Modern 14k Yellow & White Gold Post & Clip Earrings
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Fabulous Modern 14k Gold Post & Clip Earrings Description / Condition: Mint Year of Production: 2010 Gender: Woman Purity: 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 15.9 grams Modern ...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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14k Gold, White Gold

1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Gold Tone Eiffel Tower Clip-On Earrings
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a pair of gold tone vintage clip-on earrings depicting the silhouette of the Eiffel tower. The piece is gold plated, designed by YSL in 1980’s. Markings: “YSL. Made in Franc...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Tiffany Victoria Mini Diamond Piercing Earings
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Tiffany Description: Tiffany Victoria Mini Diamond Piercing Jewelry Pt950 Metal Type: 750WG/White Gold Weight 2.3g Condition: Preowned; ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Delilah's Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k Metal Color : Yellow Gold Diamond Shape : Round Diamond Diamond Carat Weight : 0.03ttcw Diamond Color-Clarity : G-SI Si...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Delilah's Earrings
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Tiffany & Co. Citrine Earrings Paloma Picasso Collection 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Brand: Tiffany & Co Collection: Paloma Picasso Gemstones: Citrine Total Carat Weight: 12 Carats Gemstone Cut: Cushion It comes with the Tiffany & Co Pouch and the Authenticity Certif...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M. 19.00cts Diamond Flower Fashion Earrings in 18Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold rhodium plated earrings with a flower design adorned with 19.00 cts tw of diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ryleigh's Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 18K Metal Color : White Gold Metal Weight : 6.5g Diamond Carat Weight :4.48ttcw Lead Time : 4-8 Weeks (If out of Stock)   ...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, White Gold

Ryleigh's Earrings
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Francoise Montague by Cilea Dangle Resin Clip Earrings Blue and Gold Leaves
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning French designer Francoise Montague resin clip-on earrings were designed and hand-crafted by Cilea, Paris. The oversized dangle shape features a carved, textured, and d...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Earrings set with diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ear clips set with brilliant cut diamonds. 1.00ct - H/I - VS/SI detailed description the size of the ear clip is 1.5 cm long by 7.0 mm wide weight 8.4 grams occup...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MCM Lucite Earrings with Metallic Confetti
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of 1960s Lucite earrings with metallic confetti. The large MCM disc clip back earrings contain floating baby blue shards with metallic square confetti below. They are ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Base Metal

Leaves earrings diamonds paved (6 carats) set on white gold.
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Beautiful pair of earrings representing a bouquet of 4 leaves in white gold paved with 6 carats of diamonds. Each of the 4 leaves has a long stem set with round diamonds, to give con...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Flowers earrings in white gold and diamonds paved (approx. 10 carats).
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This magnificent pair of white gold flowers earrings paved with approximately 10 carats of diamonds has a design that makes them unique. Some of the patterns are in relief and rotate...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Earrings set with chrysophrase 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold clip-on earrings set with chrysophrase Detailed description: The ear clips are 1.7 cm high and 1.3 cm wide Total weight 9.4 grams set with - 2 x 1.4 cm x 1.0 cm o...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, White Gold

Angela Caputi Turquoise and Yellow Floral Dangle Resin Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy resin clip-on earrings boast an oversized dangling-drop design with floral elements. The earrings feature three large, intricately carved ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Ungaro Paris, Art Nouveau Style Blue Resin Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Emanuel Ungaro Paris clip-on earrings feature a gilt metal floral shape in an Art-Nouveau-inspired design. The metal framing is topped with cobalt blue enamel and compl...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Dominique Denaive Paris Blue and Gold Pearlized Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dominique Denaive Paris designed these elegant resin clip-on earrings. The dangling shape boasts an elongated drop in a lovely semi-transparent color with cobalt blue and pearlized g...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Silver Plate

Textured Gold Leaf Earrings With Pearl Accents By Crown Trifari, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1" tall - Gold plated - Crystal accents - Faux pearls - Clip on earring backs - By Crown Trifari (signed on clips) - Circa 1960s - Esta...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

18 kt. White Gold Loop Earrings With 3.14 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Loop Earrings With 3.14 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: brilliant cut diamond, together approx. 3.14 ct. G Vs Material: 18 kt. white gold Measurements: Diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Earrings with Tiger's Eye and Diamond total 0.10ct, 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt yellow gold earrings set with tiger's eyes and single cut diamonds total 0.10 carat - F/G - VS/SI detailed description The earrings are 2.3 cm wide and 2.5 cm high weight: 1...
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2010s European Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexa's Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k Metal Color : White Gold Diamond Carat Weight : 2.67ttcw JEWELRY CARE Over the course of time, body oil and skin prod...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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14k Gold, White Gold

Alexa's Earrings
Alexa's Earrings
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Earrings clip-on set with diamonds up to 2.00ct. 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ear clips set with brilliant cut diamonds. 2.00ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description the size of the ear clip is 2.3 cm long by 1.6 cm wide weight 12.0 grams occu...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Honeycomb Sapphire Gold Bead Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The description you provided sounds absolutely stunning! The combination of genuine retro design from Tiffany & Co., 18 karat solid yellow gold, and round Natural Ceylon Sapphires to...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Francoise Montague Paris Blue Crystal and Pearls Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Francoise Montague Paris designed these exquisite dangling clip-on earrings. The iconic Lolita shape style has a handmade double hoop design ornate with cobalt blue and baby blue cry...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Elsa Schiaparelli Vintage Faceted Topaz Crystal Glass Clip on Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
The combination of faceted smoky topaz crystal glass with turquoise Boris Aurealis glass stones and clear rhinestones set of with a flower top in gilt m...
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1940s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal, Brass

Goossens Paris Green Rock Crystal Cabochon Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A timeless theme that sees its colors vary according to the seasons. Each crystal rock stone is hand-dyed with beautiful shades. As every stone is unique, color intensity and depth w...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal, Rock Crystal

Tiffany & Co. Citrine Earrings Paloma Picasso Collection 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Brand: Tiffany & Co Collection: Paloma Picasso Gemstones: Citrine Total Carat Weight: 12 Carats Gemstone Cut: Cushion It comes with the Tiffany & Co Pouch and the Authenticity Certif...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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