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Vintage Gold Chandelier Clip Earrings
Located in Greenwich, CT
Inspired by the romance of far away lands, these exotically styled gold chandelier earrings will
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Zoe Coste Gilt Metal Baroque Chandelier Clip Earrings
By Zoe Coste
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely Zoe Coste baroque dangling clip-on earrings. Chandelier shape with gilt metal all textured
Category
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Revival Dangle Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
1980s French Acrylic Bead Shoulder Duster Chandelier Earrings
Located in Gresham, OR
1980 French multicolor acrylic bead chandelier clip earrings! Shoulder-dusters! Japaned metal
Category
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Massive 4" Pearl Drop Chandelier Earrings Vintage 1970s
By Chanel
Located in US
Chanel three strand faux pearl drop/chandelier clip earrings with low top. Chanel signature plate
Category
Vintage 1970s French Baroque Drop Earrings
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Vintage Tassel Drop Earrings 1994
By Chanel
Located in US
Chanel gold tone metal drop/chandelier clip earrings with gold chain fringe tassel in box. Logo on
Category
1990s French Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings
Materials
Base Metal
Philippe Ferrandis Crystals Clip-On Chandelier Earrings
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Geneva, CH
for all the famous Parisian fashion houses), these playful signed vintage clip earrings are made with
Category
Late 20th Century French Baroque Revival Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Italian Dangle Chandelier Green Lucite Carved Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Spectacular Italian designer studio Lucite or resin dangling shoulder-duster clip-on earrings
Category
1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Lanvin Grey and Emerald Crystal Clip On Chandelier Earrings
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Grey and Emerald Crystal Clip-on Chandelier Earrings
Made In: France
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings
Angela Caputi Black and Tortoise Resin Chandelier Dangle Clip Earrings
By Angela Caputi
Located in Atlanta, GA
These sophisticated Angela Caputi, made in Italy resin clip-on earrings feature a chandelier
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings
Blue Stone
Crystal Chandelier Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Blue Stone & Crystal Chandelier Clip On Earrings
Features multiple shades of blue crystals and
Category
20th Century Chandelier Earrings
Pop Art Multicolor Lucite Chandelier Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Lucite or Resin dangling clip-on earrings. Oversized chandelier design with ovoid and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Italian Designer Memphis Studio Oversized Chandelier Colorful Clip on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare vintage Italian designer Memphis Studio oversized clip on earrings. Featuring colored rubber
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Italian Pop Art Dangling Multicolor Chandelier Lucite Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Italian designer studio Lucite or Resin dangling clip-on earrings. Oversized chandelier
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Richard Kerr Dangle Blue Crystal Clip Earrings
By Richard Kerr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning statement chandelier clip-on earrings designed by Richard Kerr in the 1980s. They are made
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
1960s Italian Pop Art Dangling Geometric Chandelier Lucite Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very cool Italian designer studio Lucite or Resin dangling clip on earrings. Oversized chandelier
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Italian Pop Art Dangling Geometric Chandelier Lucite Clip-on Earrings Multicolor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incredible Italian designer studio Lucite or Resin dangling clip on earrings. Oversized chandelier
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Italian Pop Art Dangling Geometric Chandelier Lucite Clip-on Earrings Multicolor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incredible Italian designer studio Lucite or Resin dangling clip on earrings. Oversized chandelier
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Oversized Chandelier Dangling Lucite Clip Earrings By Harriet Bauknight for Kaso
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous geometric oversized Lucite dangling chandelier clip on earrings designed by Harriet
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chandelier Earrings
Zoe Coste Paris Baroque Chandelier Clip on Earrings Poured Glass Cabochon
By Zoe Coste
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare vintage 1980s Zoe Coste Paris baroque dangling clip on earrings. Huge chandelier earrings
Category
Vintage 1980s French Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Gold Plated Filigree Clip On Chandelier Statement Earrings with Pink Beads 1960s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous gold plated filigree clip on chandelier earrings, featuring four strands of pink plastic
Category
Vintage 1960s Chandelier Earrings
Paris House London Clip On Chandelier Earrings with Glass Aurora Borealis 1960s
Located in London, GB
Paris House London fabulous silver plated clip on chandelier earrings, featuring five strands of
Category
Vintage 1960s English Chandelier Earrings
Monumental Gold Flower Chandelier Statement Earrings
By Ciléa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Monumental gold flower chandelier statement clip-on earrings by Cilea Paris. The fashion-forward
Category
2010s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Chandelier Diamond, Yellow Gold French Clip Dangle Earrings, 2.33 ct. t.w.
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These gorgeous diamond and 18k yellow gold dangle earrings feature over 2 carats of diamonds! 248
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
13.60 Carat Diamond Yellow Citrine Smoky Topaz Earrings Chandelier Clip Post WG
Located in New York, NY
earrings have Clip and post, very comfortable, easy to adjust.
The weight of the color stones is 9.80CT
Category
Early 2000s Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Architectural Wave Chandelier Statement Earrings
By Ciléa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Light and easy to wear, these handmade artisanal clip-on earrings were made in Paris by Cilea. The
Category
2010s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Philippe Ferrandis Candelabra Clip Earrings
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The perfect chandelier with its candles and crystal pendants on a rich gold plated finish.
Category
2010s French Baroque Chandelier Earrings
Smoked Topaz Crystal Chandelier Statement Earrings, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Gold plated
- Smoked Topaz-colored Aurora Borealis (AB) crystals
- Clip on earring backs
- Circa
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Satellite Paris Vintage Massive Verdigris Chandelier Earrings
Located in Nice, FR
SATELLITE Paris vintage massive chandelier earrings (clip-on) featuring a verdigris distressed
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Bulgari Pearl and Peridot Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Litchfield, CT
garlands of pearls, these chandelier earrings have the subtly Mogul aesthetic Bulgari is famous for. The
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of Diamond, Turquoise Chandelier Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent set of earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold, the surmounts set with turquoise and pavé
Category
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Chanel Vintage 1970s Gold Bow Pearl Chandelier Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce vintage Chanel gilt bow pearl clip-on statement earrings, circa 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century French Baroque Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold
Turquoise Blue Lucite Donut Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful bright colors oversized lucite clip-on earrings. Large donut dangling shape with a
Category
1990s Unknown Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Gianfranco Ferre Shoulder Duster Clip Earrings
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Atlanta, GA
Spectacular couture clip-on earrings designed by Gianfranco Ferre, made in Italy. Shoulder duster
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Revival Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Satellite Paris Vintage Massive Antiqued Gold Toned Chandelier Earrings
Located in Nice, FR
SATELLITE Paris vintage massive antiqued gold toned chandelier earrings (clip-on).
Embossed
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Herve Van Der Straeten Oversized Clip Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Statement clip earrings with multi drop accents in gilded brass from Herve Van Der Straeten
Category
2010s French Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Peach Moonstones Smoky Quartz and Diamonds Pink Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Vannes, FR
Peach Moonstones Grey Quartz and diamonds Pink Gold Chandelier Earrings
2 Peach Moonstones
Smoky
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Moonstone, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tourmaline, Citrine, Brown Diamonds, Baroque Pearls on Gold Chandelier Earring
Located in Vannes, FR
Green Tourmaline, Citrine, and Brown Diamonds with Baroque Pearls on Gold Chandelier Earring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
Tourmaline, Citrine, Brown Diamonds, Baroque Pearls on Gold Chandelier Earring
Located in Vannes, FR
Green Tourmaline, Citrine, and Brown Diamonds with Baroque Pearls on Gold Chandelier Earring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
Kaso Orange and Green Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning oversized Lucite dangling chandelier clip-on earrings designed by Harriet Bauknight for
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Kaso 1980s Oversized Pastel Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful oversized Lucite chandelier clip-on earrings designed by Harriet Bauknight for Kaso
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Massive black rhinestone shoulder duster earrings clip back
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive black rhinestone shoulder duster earrings clip back...Black glass faceted rhinestones are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandelier Earrings
Chantal Thomass Dangle Clip Earrings Braided and Tassel
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely French designer Chantal Thomass Paris clip-on earrings. Dangling shape, featuring silvered
Category
Vintage 1980s French Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Silver Plate
DOLCE&GABBANA Earrings Motocross Collection Dramatic Diamante Clip On
By Dolce
Gabbana
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliant diamantes clip on earrings set in a lush chandelier earring.
Bold and fabulous
Category
Early 2000s Italian Chandelier Earrings
Goossens Paris Tinted Rock Crystal "Jaipur" Clip Earrings
By Patrick Goossens
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Gold plated brass and hand tinted rock crystal clip earrings from Goossens Paris. Inspired by India
Category
2010s French Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate
Oversized Brutalist Green Lucite and Silver Plate Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning oversized dangling clip-on earrings. Brutalist design with chandelier shape, featuring a
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Silver Plate
Philippe Ferrandis Blue and Green Statement Clip Earrings
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A Swarovski crystal mix of emerald green and navy blue hues set on gold metal will make a perfect statement for any celebration.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chandelier Earrings
Dolce
Gabbana Black Lace
Crystal Embellished Clip On Earrings
By Dolce
Gabbana
Located in New York, NY
Dolce
Gabbana Black Lace
Crystal Embellished Clip On Earrings
Features intricate metal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Pop Art Black Red Gold Donut Lucite Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Great looking Italian designer studio Lucite or resin dangling clip-on earrings. Geometric design
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Christian Lacroix Vintage Massive Chandelier Earrings
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage massive chandelier earrings (clip-on) featuring gold tone wired cross and
Category
20th Century French Chandelier Earrings
Mabe South Sea Pearls, Diamonds with Agate on Black Gold 18k Chandelier Earring
Located in Vannes, FR
Chandelier Earrings
Can be adapted to ear not pierced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Oversized Dangle Lucite Clip Earrings Red and Green Plaid Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous Italian Lucite or resin dangling clip-on earrings. An oversized chandelier shape with a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chandelier Earrings
1980s Dominique Aurientis Paris Purple and Amber Rhinestones Clip Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1980s Dominique Aurientis Purple, red and amber Cross rhinestones Clip on earring. Earring
Category
Vintage 1980s French Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Amber
Crystal prong set rhinestone chandelier earrings vintage
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Crystal prong set rhinestone chandelier earrings vintage...Clip backs...The bottom fringe of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chandelier Earrings
Joseff of Hollywood Clip-on Earring 1940s USA, Russian gold
By Joseff of Hollywood
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Russian gold ear clips, plated with false blue Saphire and faux pearls by Joseff of Hollywood in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Brass
Jean Louis Scherrer Paris Clip on Earrings Dangling African Inspired Carving
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage French designer JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Paris signed clip on earrings. Rare silvered metal
Category
Vintage 1980s French Chandelier Earrings
Pop Art Bakelite Dangling clip on Earrings Tutti Frutti Pastel Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning oversized Bakelite dangling clip-on earrings in Pop Art design style. Chandelier shape
Category
Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Harriet Bauknight for Kaso Oversized Pink Lucite Dangling Drop Clip Earrings
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Geometric oversized lucite dangling drop clip on earrings designed by Harriet Bauknight for Kaso
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chandelier Earrings
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Chandelier Clip Earring For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate chandelier clip earring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 238 antique edition and 50 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect chandelier clip earring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a chandelier clip earring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Harriet Bauknight for KASO, Ciléa and Ciner are consistently popular. A chandelier clip earring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 30, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a chandelier clip earring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Chandelier Clip Earring?
Prices for a chandelier clip earring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $110 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $381.
Finding the Right Earrings for You
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
Questions About Chandelier Clip Earring
- What is an ear clip?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021An ear clip is a type of mechanism of attaching earrings to your ear. These are typically omega-backs but without posts. Ear clips are perfect for women who do not have pierced ears. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023No, clip-on earrings don't pierce your ears. Instead of slipping through a piercing, a clip-on earring attaches to the surface of your earlobe with a fastener. Depending on the design of the earrings, the fastener may be a hinged clip, a screw, a tension bar or even a magnet. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Clip-on earrings may hurt your ears due to the tension that the backings apply on the lobes. If your earrings have adjustable backs, try fastening them less tightly to reduce discomfort. You can also purchase cushions that stick onto the backings to help ease pressure. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of clip-on earrings.
- Are clip-on earrings any good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, many people feel that clip-on earrings are good. Clip-ons make it possible for those who don't have piercings to wear earrings every day or for special occasions. Plus, some people find clip-on earrings easier to put on and take off because they don't have to be slipped through the ear. Many antique and vintage earrings are clip-ons, so individuals who collect pieces like Victorian, Edwardian or Art Deco earrings may own several pairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- Do clip on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, clip-on earrings can stay on, provided they are in good condition. Over time, the clips on the earrings may loosen and no longer stay securely in place. Also, it's important to tighten the earrings properly to help them stay on. If you're concerned about slippage, look for clip-ons that have non-slip, padded clips. On 1stDibs, find a variety of clip-on earrings.
- How do clip-on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How clip-on earrings stay on comes down to their hardware. Every pair of clip-on earrings has a closure or clasp that helps to secure them in place. However, the designs vary. Options include screws, hinges, paddle backs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of clip-on earrings.
- What are French clip earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023French clip earrings are a type of earring with a specific backing. The design is typically characterized by an open wire clip with a hinge that swings shut to fit over the post and rest against the back of the earlobe. A benefit of the French clip is that it helps to keep earrings from bending or shifting during wear. Explore a large selection of French clip earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Clip-on earrings were popular during the 1950s and ’60s because many women didn't have their ears pierced but still wanted to wear earrings. During the 1930s, jewelry makers introduced new hinged closures for clip-ons that made the earrings easier to wear. As a result, more women found clip-on earrings to be appealing. Plus, the emergence of the middle class following World War II meant more women had expendable income to spend on luxuries like jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Sometimes, people call clip-on earrings just clip-ons. Clip-on earrings also have names that describe their type. For example, hinged clip-on earrings feature a swinging clip fastener, while paddle backs have an adjustable tension bar for added security. Screw-back clips-ons must be turned to fasten. There are also slinging spring and magnetic styles. Explore a variety of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a clip post earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023A clip post earring is an earring that features a backing called a French clip. It is a hinged, open wire that slides down over the post and rests against the back of the earlobe. Due to their backings, clip post earrings are less likely to rotate or shift during wear. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of French clip earrings.
- Why are clip-on earrings better?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Clip-on earrings are better for some people owing to a few reasons. For starters, the earrings are undoubtedly better for you if you’d prefer not to have your ears pierced. Some people also feel that clip-ons are easier to get on and take off. In addition, those who love antique and vintage earrings will generally find that older pieces have clip closures rather than posts. (In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s.) On 1stDibs, find a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- Are clip-on earrings a thing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, clip-on earrings are a thing. They are earrings that feature backings that allow them to be worn on the ear, so it is possible to show off a pair without having ear piercings. Instead of slipping through a hole in the ear, clip-ons may be secured by a tension bar, a hinged clasp, a screw or even magnets. Explore a wide range of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are earring clips called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Earring clips are simply called clip-on earrings or clip-ons. The first clip-on earrings were produced during the late 19th century and featured screw-back fasteners. In the 1930s, hinged clips first appeared on clip-ons, making the earrings easier to wear. As a result, clip-on earrings grew in popularity and were a major trend by the 1950s. Shop a large selection of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, you can use clip-on earrings on pierced ears. The different kinds of clasps featured on clip-ons will still secure them to your earlobes if you have a piercing. However, wearing clip-ons exclusively could cause your piercings to gradually close up over time. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, clip-on earrings are still a thing. Some makers continue to produce earrings with clip-on backs to suit the needs of those without pierced ears or who want jewelry that is easy to put on and take off. In addition, many people continue to wear antique and vintage clip-ons. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, clip-on earrings don't need piercings. In fact, a big part of the appeal of clip-on earrings is that they allow anyone to dress up their ears with jewelry, even if they haven't had their lobes pierced. Clip-ons are available with many styles of fasteners, including screw backs, clear invisible backs, cuffs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023To comfortably wear clip-on earrings, first be sure to adjust them properly. Apply enough tension to hold the earrings in place without squeezing your ears. If you still find the pressure to be uncomfortable, consider adding flexible resin pads to the clips. Some clip-ons even come with these pads already in place for added cushioning. Explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
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14k Jade Omega Earrings
1974 Cartier