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
Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell Dangle Clip on Green Glass, Gold Plated Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
These lovely pair of dangle clip on earrings from the 90's are a gorgeous shade of light green against the gold. They are by Frank Hess of the Miriam Haskell collection and are the t...
Category
1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
2.77 Color Princess Cut Diamond Gold Square Clip Post Stud Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic flat invisible set Princess cut clip post diamond stud earrings with bright white sparkle, in 18k yellow gold. Lay flat and secure on the ear.
32 Princess cut diamonds, appr...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Diamond and Gold Bow Earrings and Ring Set
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Stunning earring and ring set in the shape of an elegant bow . The Clip-on Earring are pave set with 5.26 carat of diamonds, the Ring set with 1.85 carat of diamonds both G VS.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Pair of 18 Karat Gold, Black Chalcedony Diamond Earclips
Located in Lucerne, CH
Pair of 18k yellow and white gold earrings with omega backs. Set with 98 round brilliant cut diamonds, total estimated diamond wei...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Chalcedony, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Tri-Color Diamond Huggie Earrings with Approximately 4.80 Carat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous diamond huggie earrings with 3 colors of gold. White, yellow and rose gold adorned with round diamonds. 240 diamonds weighing an approximately 4.80 carats.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
These magnificent Burmese Ruby and Diamond earrings feature approximately 12 carats of pear shaped vibrant red rubies surrounded by 9 ca...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Gold Plated, Turquoise & Blue Crystal Chain Dangle Clip On Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
These beautiful vintage long dangle pair of vintage clip on earrings are comprised of turquoise and royal blue faceted crystal stones and chain with danglers on the tips. They look s...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Diana M. Rose Cut Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Rose Cut Sapphire and Diamond Earrings, unique combination of rose cut sapphires and diamonds in oval shape design.
Features 17.00 Ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k 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, vintage, textural and quite fabulous on the ear. They look as if they were just designed today! Tres Chic and very modern...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
3.63 Carats Total Green Tourmaline and Round Diamond Halo Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous pair of earrings showcasing two emerald cut green tourmaline weighing 3.63 carats total, set in a classic four prong setting. Surrounded by a row of round brilliant diamon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Red Coral Spheres, 18K White and Yellow Gold Leaves Shape Clip-on Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Plated Sculptural Clip On Dangle Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
These handsome gold-plated dangle earrings make a statement. They are very au courant now. They are for the 80's.
They are clip on's and have some texture to them.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Sorelli Cascading Glass Sculptural Clip on Earrings Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
These wonderful and dramatic Italian vintage cascading pair of clip on earrings are composed of tiered small glass chips surrounded by brass. These are perfect for the evening out d...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Brass
GIA Certified 11.33 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval sapphire and diamond cluster earrings. Clip post earrings with a hidden hook on the back to hang a pearl or other drop. 22 oval pink sapphires set in 18k white gold with 16 roun...
Category
1990s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gucci Gold and Silver Sun Face Earrings
By Gucci
Located in Darnestown, MD
Sun face earrings by Gucci. Sterling faces are surrounded by a ring of gold. French backs - both posts and clips. Measure 1 1/8" in diameter. Irregularity in ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Champagne and White Diamond Gold Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful cluster of diamond earrings, with champagne and white color round brilliant-cut diamonds, set in 18K white gold. The estimated weights are 12.96 ct. for the champagne dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Signed 3 Logo CC Cluster Ball Sphere Clip on Gold Plated Earrings 90's
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
These ultra fabulous, unusual and sculptural signed period vintage Chanel gold plated 3 cluster ball or sphere clip on earrings are so chic. They are geometric and have the signature interlocking CC's on each ball. From the 90's. They are signed Chanel 27...
Category
1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Black Diamonds 18k White Gold Earrings Handcrafted in Italy by Botta Gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
These amazing earrings are inspired by the movement of sails upon boats at nightfall: a shiny, smooth sail is overlapped by another one with black rhodium plating, adorned by black d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Plated And Blue Turquoise Resin Drop Dangle Clip On Earrings 80's
Located in North Miami, FL
This pair of lovely 1980's clip on earrings are gold plated with a ethereal blue light turquoise resin drop in the center. They are modern, elegant and make a statement. Very beautiful on. These are perfect for any season but especially summer, resort wear...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Fancy Color Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A cluster of fancy color diamond briolette-cut drops set in platinum.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Naimah Apple Lips Earrings Ruby
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our stunning Apple Lips Earrings, a masterpiece of chic, feminine and surrealistic design. Inspired by Claude Lalanne's Pomme Bouche sculpture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Garnet & Gray Rhinestone Earrings, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1" x 1"
- Prong set Garnet & gray colored rhinestones
- Gold tone
- Clip on earring backs
- Circa 1960s
- Estate acquired
- Good vintage...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Exceptional GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Studs
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your elegance with these Exceptional GIA Certified 5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Stud Earrings, featuring two diamonds weighing 2.50 carats each. Meticulously certified by GIA ...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Webb 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Door Knocker Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Stylish door knocker earrings by David Webb in 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamonds. Hammered polished finish on open-work triangular design tops with tapered rectangular dro...
Category
2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Black Onyx Magic Alhambra Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Magic Alhambra" clover-shaped clip earrings in 18k yellow gold with carved black onyx centers surrounded by beaded 18k yellow gold frames. Clip backs with removab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings set with pearl and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ear clips set with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.40ct - F/G - VS/SI
detailed description:
size of the ear clips is 2.2 cm by 2.3 cm wide
Total weight 14.0 gr...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Francoise Montague large Knott Clip Earrings
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...
Category
2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Kenzo Paris Gilt Metal Cherry Blossom Flower Clip Earrings
By Kenzo
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely Kenzo Paris floral clip-on earrings feature a dangling drop shape with gilt metal, all carved and textured. The design is cherry blossom flowers and buds. Marked undersi...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Platinum Gold and Diamond 'Apollo' Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Preowned pair of Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. earrings from the 'Apollo' collection. Inspired by electrons circling an atom, the circular bombé-style earrings are set with gle...
Category
2010s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Hakimoto 12.5 mm South Sea pearl 18k Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto 12.5 mm South Sea pearl 18k Earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Goossens-Paris Rock Crystal Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The House of Goossens reinterprets the clover, ultimate lucky charm. Consisting of four stones, carved in the shape of a heart and accentuated with a garnet or a freshwater pearl, it...
Category
2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Ear clips with South Sea Pearls & Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Explore the elegance of these classic ear clips with pearls and diamonds in 18 Karat yellow gold.
Capturing the spotlight are two round cultured South Sea pearls, evoking the delica...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Estate Vintage 14k White Gold Mabe Pearl 2.0ct Diamond Double Halo Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14k White Gold Mabé Pearl 2.00ctw Diamond Earrings will make the perfect gift for her!
Capture the essence of elegance and sophistication with these exquisite pair of 14K Wh...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Lapponia 14ct Gold Clip-on Earrings, 1989
By Lapponia
Located in Glasgow, GB
A pair of Finnish 14ct yellow and white gold clip-on earrings by Lapponia.
The earrings are hallmarked with the Lapponia makers marks, Common Control Mark '585' to denote 14 carat g...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Francoise Montague White and Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Handmade glass cabochons in white and spotted white. Swarovski Crystal rondelles, iconic of Françoise Montague designs.
Clip Earrings.
Francoise Montague took over the De Saurma jewe...
Category
2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Retro Tiffany & Co. Atlas 18k Gold & Sapphire Omega Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of retro Tiffany & Co. gold & sapphire clip earrings.
In 18K gold.
In the Atlas pattern.
Each channel set with 24 square cut sapphires and omega clip backs for extra s...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Midcentury Jadeite and Diamond Clip-On Earrings in Platinum
Located in Towson, MD
Chic and timeless, these 1950s jadeite and diamond platinum ear clips feature deep, saturated green jadeite set inside a winding spray of diamonds. These...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Palm Springs Fashionista Curated Vintage Earring Collection 1950s-200 #22/100
By Ciner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have collected vintage costume jewelry earrings since the 80’s. One by one we have curated a lovely collection of unbranded and designer earrings. Made from the 1950s to 2000. Eac...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Francoise Montague by Cilea Dangle Resin Clip Earrings Purple-Pink Poppy Flower
Located in Atlanta, GA
These charming Francoise Montague, Paris dimensional dangling clip-on earrings were designed by Cilea Paris. The floral-inspired hand-made artisanal resin earrings feature poppy flowers with leaves...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Aquamarin Turqouise Tsavorite Earrings Little Blue Angels Soo Precious and Nice
Located in Viena, Viena
little blue angels very special shades of blue combined, here with bilious green tsavorites (green garnets) total approx. 0.34 ct and top quality turquoise and aquamarine cabochons t...
Category
2010s European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Peridot, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Quartz 18k Gold 0.22 Carats White Diamonds Handcrafted Stud Design Earring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Stud Earrings Handcrafted in 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.22 Carats White Diamonds and Rose Quartz Oval cut .
Dimension 1.4 cm x 1.1 cm h. 0.5 mm
0,55 in ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...
Pate De Verre Camélia Lavender Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
designed by the former artisans of the atelier of Gripoix, made in the special process of pate de verre or poured glass. Gold leaves are inserted in the glass. 18-carat gilded brass....
Category
2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Italian Modern Pair Of Earrings In 14Kt Yellow Gold 20 MM Mabe Pearls Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of earrings with Mabe Pearls and diamonds.
Modern over-sized pieces crafted in Italy in solid 14 karats yellow gold and suited with posts (Removable) for pierced ears and Fre...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Striking Tiffany & Co. 18K White Enamel Round Earrings with Green Chevron Design
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique pair of Tiffany & Company 18K yellow gold round, white enamel earrings are accented with a striking double chevron design in green enamel. Measures 7/8 inches in diameter...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Emis Beros 18k Gold, Black Onyx and Diamond Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This tailored pair of late 20th century earrings were conceived and created by esteemed Palm Beach jeweler, Emis Beros. Ms. Beros began her career a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel
Large Lustrous pair of Keishi Pearl Button Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of large lustrous Japanese freshwater "Keishi" baroque pearl Button Earrings. The pair measures 20mm width and 22mm height, handset in vermeil 18k gold-plated sterling...
Category
2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Belperron Mid-Century Platinum Square-Cut Diamond Fan Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Suzanne Belperron "all white" diamond jewels are rare and collectible. These elegant statement earrings, in addition to their great style and geometric design, feature diamonds with significant intrinsic value. Collectors familiar with Belperron's work will remember that earrings--in this case important diamond earrings...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Large Lustrous Pair of 18mm White Baroque Pearl Clip-on Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of large lustrous white flat baroque pearl earrings. The pair measures 18mm width and 22mm height, adorned with round simulated diamonds, all handset in 18k yellow gol...
Category
2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Turquoise and White Enamel Leaf Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1.25" x .7"
- White enamel
- Faux turquoise cabochons
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- By Crown Trifari (signed on clips)
- Circa...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
Gold Sun Disc Earrings With Colorful Bead Dangles By RJ Graziano, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 2" tall
- Gold plated
- Mixed media beads
- Clip on earring backs
- By RJ Graziano (signed on verso)
- Circa 1...
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1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Pair of Bucherer 18 Karat Gold Fan Shaped Clip Earrings
By Bucherer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of Bucherer earrings.
In 18k gold in the shape of a stylized fan with clip backs.
Together with the original box.
Marked to the post: 750 for 18k gold fineness a...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
Vintage Gilded Rosebud Figural Earrings with Crystals by Erwin Pearl, 1990s
By Erwin Pearl
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures .9" tall
- Gold plated
- Crystal rhinestone accents
- Clip on earring backs
- By Erwin Pearl (signed on clips)
- Circa 1990s
- Estate ac...
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1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Crown Trifari "Etoile" Green Aurora Borealis & Lava Rhinestone Demi Parure, 1959
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
Gorgeous, immaculate, fully intact & important Crown Trifari "Etoile" Collection demi-parure consisting of statement brooch and clip on earrings.
- Brooch measures 2" x 2.5"
- Earri...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings
54.25 Carat Total Weight Diamond and Pearl Necklace, Earring and Ring Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Platinum diamond and pearl necklace, earring & ring set .
The necklace has 232 white diamonds that are round and marquise. The total diamond weight of the necklace is 43.00 carats. T...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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