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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
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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

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

Materials

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

Angela Cumming Vintage 18K and Ruby Earrings, c. 1989
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold vintage earrings each with 7 small cabochon circular natural rubies of Burma color, Angela Cummings. This is the larger model - rarely found. These are cushion shap...
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1980s North American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Ruby, 18k Gold

Lapis and Diamond Fan Clip Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
These visually striking lapis and diamond clip earrings exude both drama and sophistication. Crafted of 18K white gold with 2.66 carats of white diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Coral and Diamond Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare red coral, or corallium rubrum, forms these stunning button earrings by the legendary Tiffany & Co. The lovely polished coral is set in 18K gold, while single cut diamond collet...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Black Jade Polka Dot Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
1980s oval dome shape earrings in 18k yellow gold inset with black jade to create a positive/negative design. French style hinged clip backs with pierced posts. Underside marked “Tiffany & Co. 750 Hong Kong”. This is an original design of Angela Cummings. Cummings joined Tiffany...
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1980s Hong Kong Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vhernier 18k Rose Gold Abbraccio Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
"Abbraccio" earrings, designed as two overlapping bands of polished 18k rose gold. Clip backs signed 'VHERNIER' with serial number and gold mark '750'. 1.1" long and 1.1" wide at wid...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Rose 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

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Materials

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

9.00 Carats Natural Diamond 18K Gold Ribbon Fold Statement Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful 1970s estate diamond earrings. Each piece is crafted with precision and elegance, showcasing 9.00 carats of the finest natural diamonds. The earrings are artfully construc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 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

Vintage Diamond Flower Platinum Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage diamond flower platinum clip-on earrings, circa 1950s. Vintage Diamond Flower Platinum Earrings are a timeless and elegant ac...
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1950s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Exceptional GIA Certified 6 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Rome, IT
An amazing pair of round brilliant cut diamonds set in solid platinum F/E color VVS clarity None fluorescence
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2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Ribbed Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany ribbed yellow gold clip-on earrings, circa 1970s. In the glamorous era of the 1970s, fashion was bold and extravagant. One iconic piece that ...
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1970s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut G VS Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut G Color Diamond Ring VS2 G COLOR
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Pool Clip Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
David Webb "Pool" clip earrings in hammered 18k yellow gold with oval-shaped cross-hatched carved rock crystal at center. Part of the Webb Twilight collection. These beautiful earr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Old Mine Cushion Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Rome, IT
an exquisite pair of GIA certified 3 carat old mine cut cushion diamond platinum studs full of brightness
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified Exceptional 6.09 Carats Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite GIA certified 6.09 total carat pair of asscher cut diamonds is gorgeously sophisticated and is exceptionally clean with Internally Flawless VVS1 clarity! The diamonds ar...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified Fancy Yellow 4 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Studs
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certifed Fancy Yellow 4 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Studs
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2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

1.30 Carat Huggies Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Carats White Gold Omega Closure
Located in Rome, IT
stunning pair of diamond huggie earrings have an air of timeless elegance and sparkle with 1.38 carats of high quality diamonds. The faces of the earrings are encrusted with diamond...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Studs
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certified 2 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Studs G COLOR VVS CLARITY
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 5 Heart Shape Diamond Studs Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your elegance with this exquisite pair of heart-cut diamond earrings. Set in lustrous platinum studs, these remarkable gems boast a captivating allure. The diamonds, radiate ...
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2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Gold, Diamond, and Pearl Leaf Motif Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gold, diamond, and pearl clip earrings, each in the form of two juxtaposed pavé diamond curled leaves with gold rope twist borders and a pearl accent, in 18k and platinum. ...
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1980s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

7 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Studs Exceptional
Located in Rome, IT
- Very large and impressive size at 7.12 carats! - Nice white face up with G-H color - SI3-I1 clarity with scattered inclusions and bright sparkle. Inclusions blend in perfectly wh...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 12.52 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Stud Platinum Earrings D FLAWLESS
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certified 12.52 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Stud Platinum Earrings D COLOR FLAWLESS CLARITY
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Marina B. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Citrine Onyx Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Marked: 1985 750 Marina B. FRANCE 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Facet cut and Cabochon Citrine and Onyx Earrings with 60 diamonds approx over 2.00 cts E-F color VS Clarity Measurement: 32...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Harry Winston Diamond Loop Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting the epitome of luxury and sophistication: the Harry Winston Diamond Loop Diamond Earrings in medium size, crafted from platinum a...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Pair of Platinum, Gold and Diamond Earclips
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing an exquisite pair of Tiffany & Co. diamond stud earrings, showcasing timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Crafted from luxurious platinum, these earrings fea...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Tourmaline White Gold Earrings
By RCM
Located in Darnestown, MD
Showy, but not too, too - earrings of pink sapphire; tourmaline and diamond. The body of the earrings alternate approximately 3 carats of diamonds with more than 6 carats of tourmali...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Seaman Schepps Half Link Wood and Pink Moonstone Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant and unusual pink moonstone and wood (probably ebony) half link earrings by Seaman Schepps. The pink moonstones are a wonderfully warm color that plays off beautifully with th...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Moonstone, 18k Gold

Rubellite Earrings With Paraiba Accents By Oscar Heyman, 4.55 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A vibrant celebration of color and brilliance, this pair of earrings by esteemed jeweler Oscar Heyman features dazzling pinkish-purple rubellite gems juxtaposed with glowing aquamari...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Rubelite, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

Vintage Gynuki Torimaru Gold Tone Earrings Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gynuki Torimaru Gold Tone Earrings Circa 1980s. These are one of the most gorgeous pair of earrings I have in the collection. They have ear appeal, not curb appeal. They ...
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1980s English Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

GIA Certified 1.60 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings.
Located in Rome, IT
These earrings feature a total weight of 2.66 carats of natural oval brilliant-cut diamonds set in a halo dangle/drop style. The earrings weigh 3.6 grams and comprise two natural ova...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

EFFY's distinctive Panther Hoops Earrings crafted in 14k Rose Gold
By Effy
Located in Rome, IT
These are EFFY's distinctive Panther Hoops Earrings crafted in 14k Rose Gold, featuring a total weight of 0.89 carats of Round Cut White & Black Diamonds...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Angela Cummings Large Size Concave Lima Bean Shaped Gold Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Angela Cummings 18 karat gold earrings that are beautifully curved in both outer and inner shapes. A gold band frames the outer design. The earrings have a concave lima bean form giv...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

18K White Gold South Sea Black Pearl & Diamond Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
exquisite 18K White Gold South Sea Black Pearl & Diamond Earrings, a true masterpiece of luxury and refinement. Crafted from solid 18K white g...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Exceptional VVS Clarity GIA Certified 4 Carat Heart Shape Diamonds
Located in Rome, IT
EXCEPTIONAL VVS Clarity GIA Certified 4 Carat Heart Shape Diamonds Earrings Excellent Polish Excellent Symmetry None Fluorescence
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4.07 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Studs
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certified 4.07 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Studs. Crafted with precision and adorned with sophistication, these stunning earrings are sure to captivate with their timeless beauty. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Hoop VCA Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These earrings will be sure to make you feel glamorous, like Sofia Loren, vacationing on the Amalfi Coast. These Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings are notable at ...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Red Ruby, Yellow Gold, Blue Sapphires & Diamond Clip On Earrings.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! These vintage earrings are very lively! GIA certified pair of bright red Ruby, blue sapphire and diamond stud earrings. Set in 18k yellow gold, the ce...
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1990s Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Halbe Silver and Gold Tone Diamante Flower Earrings, Circa 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Halbe Silver and Gold Tone Diamante Flower Earrings, Circa 1960's. Halbe is a beautiful and old brand that have very few pieces to be found. These do look like fine jewelry...
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1960s North American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Vintage 2.27 Carat Old European Diamond Studs
Located in Rome, IT
This incredible pair of round brilliant-cut diamonds are old European cut diamond stud earrings offer a forever classic look. At 2.27ct, they have a substantial look! Highlights: ...
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1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k 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...
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Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

French Mid-Century Gold and Multi-Gemstone Bombé Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Mid-Century multi-gem and gold bombé clip earrings featuring opposing fields of emeralds and sapphires divided by collet-set diamonds, and centered by rubies, in 18k. Fran...
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1960s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Modernist Round Carved Turquoise Earrings In 18Kt White Gold With VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of round earrings with blue sleeping turquoise. Gorgeous and colorful pair of earrings, crafted in Italy with modernist patterns in solid white gold of 18 karats with high poli...
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20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Gold Spray Earrings with Turquoise
Located in Darnestown, MD
Lovely airy 14 karat twisted gold earrings terminating with cabochon turquoise stones. The earrings are 7/8" wide and 1 inch long. Clip backs can be converted to posts.
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Mauboussin Paris Double Clips On Earrings In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-on earrings designed by Mauboussin. Contemporary pair of earrings, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Mauboussin. They were crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 kar...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gold Tone and Diamante Sun Flower Earrings, Circa 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone and Diamante Sun Flower Earrings, Circa 1980's. These are well made and substantial earrings The earrings have a dome of the diamante in the center. All the petals ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Mixed Metal

David Webb Pearl and Diamond Ear-clips
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Diamond and Pearl earrings in 18k yellow gold and platinum. These earrings have mabe- pearl centers set in 18k yellow fluted gold earrings with 24 round diamonds weighing ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

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 characterized by its high-quality shell-style designs. Crafted in 14 K Yellow gold, ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Bvlgari Clip On Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 11.72 Ctw In Diamonds And Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Gems set earrings designed by Bvlgari. Outstanding and very rare pair of clips-on earrings, created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari. This gorgeous pair has been craf...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

GIA Certified 3.60 Carat Pear and Marquise Shape Diamond 18K White Gold Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Behold the Original Antinori di Sanpietro Lever-Back Earrings, lovingly handcrafted in the heart of Italy. Crafted from the purest 18k white gold, these timeless jewels are adorned w...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Vintage Pennino Flower Cornucopia Earrings Circa 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pennino Flower Cornucopia Earrings. So Real Looking. One for the Left and one for the Right. Layered and 3D. Clip On. It was in that fir...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Mixed Metal

GIA Certified 4 Ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Studs I FLAWLESS
Located in Rome, IT
Fantastic matched pairs of Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Studs classified by the GIA as FLAWLESS for Clarity and F for Color. Each diamonds weight 2 Carat, for a 4 Carat total ...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 8 Carat White Gold Cushion Platinum Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your style with these exquisite platinum stud earrings, each adorned with a remarkable 4-carat diamond of J color and VS2 clarity. The timeless elegance of these earrings is ...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1980S 17.30 Carats Diamond 18K Statement Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Superb quality diamond earring from the early 1980s with Natural Diamond set Dome Curved t Clip-On 18k yellow gold Earrings Secured with Clip-On Closure (Post can be added) Metal:...
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1980s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Marina B Interchangeable Dangle Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Totally stunning and versatile dangle earrings by Marina B of the famed Bulgari family. The top of the earrings is diamond studded with a triangular chalcedony . Below that are tria...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Onyx, 18k Gold

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