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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
Sonia Rykiel Jeweled Clip Earrings with Yellow Resin Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant French fashion designer Sonia Rykiel Paris clip-on earrings feature a gilt metal rounded shape with texture topped with a large resin cabochon in light yellow champagne...
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Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Angela Caputi Dangle Resin Clip Earrings Faux Coral and Jade
Located in Atlanta, GA
These amazing Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with a stylized dimensional flower in faux coral color, complemented by a green faux-jade ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Mixed Metal Oversized Hammered Teardrop Drop Earrings With Swirl Detail, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 3" tall - Silver and gold tone - Clip on earring backs - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condition with light wear commensur...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Fabrice Paris Taupe and Silver Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabrice, Paris designed these stunning clip-on earrings. Each piece is handmade, unique, and expertly crafted by Cilea Paris. They feature an oversized, dangling, dimensional, geomet...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Paula Crevoshay 18kt Yellow Gold Aquamarine Earrings – Cabochon Ovals, 2.5ctw
Located in North Miami, FL
Paula Crevoshay 18kt Yellow Gold Aquamarine Earrings – Cabochon Ovals, 2.5ctw, Clip-On Sophisticated and collectible, these earrings are an authentic creation by acclaimed jewelry a...
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1980s North American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Striking Late 20th Century 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Earrings.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very striking pair of 18K yellow gold and diamond hoop earrings, combine excellent design, fine workmanship, and the generous use of very high quality materials. The pair measur...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Francoise Montague Red and Black Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning French designer Francoise Montague clip-on earrings boast a long dimensional shape with hand-made and hand-painted resin elements (big eye and nautilus shell), complem...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Pearl and Black Enamel Button Earrings With Gilt Rope Trim By St. John, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 1" in diameter - Gold plated - Black enamel - Faux pearl cabochons - Clip on earring ba...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

White Gold Ruby Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
The top quality ruby which make in invisible setting. We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this kind of setting more than 40 years. The invisible is a highly tec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Carat White Gold Ruby Invisible Flower Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Invisible flower earrings which make in invisible setting is the top quality ruby. We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Monique Vedie, Line Vautrin Student Carmine Red Resin Thistle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These exquisite Monique Vedie resin or Talosel clip-on earrings feature a thistle flower shape in a carved dimensional design with a textured pattern in luminous, pearlized carmine r...
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1960s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

18K White gold Ruby Invisible Butterfly Flower Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Invisible Butterfly Flower Earrings is the master piece that we create on a dream of butterfly flower .The top quality ruby which make in invisible setting.We set the stone in p...
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20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1980s Costume Jewelry Clip-on Earrings by Christian Dior
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These exquisite and rare 1980s Christian Dior clip-on earrings, crafted in Germany are a true testament to the sophisticated costume jewelry designs of the era. Each earring features...
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Late 20th Century German Modern Clip-on Earrings

Richard Kerr Petroleum Blue Jeweled Dangling Star Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr designed these gorgeous chandelier clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are made of his signature pave rhinestones. The pieces boast a cascading shape with two star-shape...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Richard Kerr Black and Multicolor Jeweled Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr created these exceptional, eye-catching clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are composed of his trademark pavé crystals and feature a large, geometric, donut-shaped dang...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Richard Kerr Multicolor Jeweled Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richard Kerr created these stunning, eye-catching clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They are composed of his trademark pave crystals and have a heavily domed round shape. They are frame...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Francoise Montague Lavender and Pink Heart Resin Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These rare Francoise Montague resin clip-on earrings were designed by Cilea Paris. They feature a stylized, dimensional three-heart shape in lavender purple and bubblegum pink. Like ...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Tiffany Company Diamond Vannerie Basket Weave 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These elegant 18k yellow gold Tiffany Co. Vannerie Diamond Basket Weave earrings feature a richly textured woven motif, highlighted by two central rows of brilliant-cut diamond...
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Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.29ct 14k gold 4.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold earrings set with brilliant-cut diamond 0.49ct D-SI1; 0.50ct E-VVS1; 0.30 ct E/F-VS-SI Detailed description The earrings measure 2.0 cm by 1.1 cm Weight: 4.4 grams ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Angela Caputi Black and Gilded Resin Disk Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin and metal clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with black resin geometric elements contrasted with an important metallic coate...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef Arpels Andre Vassort Vintage 18K Gold Coral And Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A glamorous vintage pair by Van Cleef & Arpels, crafted by renowned French jeweler André Vassort. Designed for pierced ears, each earring showcases a bold sculpted coral hoop accente...
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20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.34 Carat Kashmir Blue Sapphire And Diamond Earrings In 18k WG
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant pair of Kashmir Blue Sapphire and diamond earrings from Rewa Jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. The 2 centre pieces are natural untreated oval shaped Kashmir...
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2010s Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Baroque Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The satin appeal of freshwater pearls are transmitted from these earrings. Light reflects a radiance of silk as delicate shadows are produced in the valleys. Each baroque pearl is se...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Earrings with onyx and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with onyx and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.20ct - G/H - VS/SI detailed description: the size of the earring is 2.2 cm long by 1.9 cm wide weight ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Extraordinary GIA Diamond Emerald Platinum Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
walk the Red Carpet with these Diamond and Emerald earrings were handcrafted in Luxurious Platinum and inspired by a floral motif extremely similar in style to those worn by Jennif...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

M Bulgari 12 Carat Pink Tourmaline Oval Gold Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Marina B 12 Carat Pink Tourmaline Oval Gold Earrings Elegant vintage earrings by Marina Bulgari, each featuring a vivid oval pink tourmaline weighing approximately 6 carats, for a t...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cilea Paris Red, Beige and Purple Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed these stunning, dimensional dangling clip-on earrings. The long graduated shape comprises geometric resin elements topped with braided textured patterns and thre...
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Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Fluted Door Knocker Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
David Webb’s 18K yellow gold and white enamel doorknocker earrings embody the bold sophistication that defines the designer’s mid-century style. Crafted from solid 18-karat yellow go...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Francoise Montague Resin Clip Earrings Dangle Fuchsia Pink Flowers
Located in Atlanta, GA
These clip-on earrings by Cilea Paris for designer Francoise Montague are stunning. The pieces feature a dimensional hand-made dangle-drop shape in fuchsia pink-colored resin shaped ...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

David Webb Hammered Fluted Gold Earrings With Diamond Encrusted Accents
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant pair of vintage 18K yellow gold, platinum and diamond, finely hammered clip on earrings by venerated American designer, David Webb, showcase all of the maker's considera...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Crocodile Embossed Gilded Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Yves Saint Laurent YSL Paris hoop clip-on earrings feature a massive dimensional hoop shape with gilt metal, all textured with a crocodile embossed pattern. The earrin...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Earrings Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel CC 1980s
Located in Northampton, MA
These mint condition gold-tone Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel CC Chanel clip-on earrings from France (except for the pads attached to the ear clips) show no signs of wear. They come in th...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Gilt White Enamel Swirl Earrings With Coral Cabochons By Crown Trifari, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Each earring measures 1" tall - Gold plated - Coral-colored cabochons - White enameling - Clip on ear...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Ribbed Gold and Ruby Glass Earrings By Valentino, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
Turn up the la dolce vita with these luxe 1980s Valentino clip-ons — a perfect blend of bold Italian glamour and timeless sophistication. Each earring features a radiant ribbed gold ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

GIA Certified 4 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautifully matched pair of GIA-certified Round Brilliant diamonds, each weighing approximately 2 carats, expertly set in classic platinum stud mountings. These earrings combine ex...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

John Hardy Sterling Silver Dot Omega Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed pair of designer earrings. By John Hardy. In sterling silver. In the 'Dot' pattern. Secured with omega clip closures to the reverse of each. Marked to the reverse ...
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20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. 1950 s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Swirl Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as segmented yellow gold swirl motif forms Displaying a fluted texture throughout Completed by hinged omega backs Stamped for 18 karat gold Numbered and fully signed for Tif...
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1950s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold 5.85ct Natural Diamond Cluster Clip-On Stud Earrings
Located in Diera, Dubai
Embrace timeless elegance with our natural diamond stud earrings crafted in solid 18K gold — the perfect blend of sophistication, purity, and lasting value. Each earring features h...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Couture 1938-49 Schiaparelli Gripoix Baretti Glass FauxSapphire&Pearl Parure
Located in Chicago, IL
This couture French Maison Gripoix-fabricated faux-sapphire-topped-pearl glass cluster brooch and clip-earrings set dates to around WWII, when Parisian fashion designer Elsa Schiapar...
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1940s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire, Mixed Metal

Isabel Canovas Lizard and HoneyBee Resin Dangle Carved Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Isabel Canovas Paris designed these outstanding acrylic resin clip-on earrings. The massive, dangling chandelier shape features animal carvings, a large lizard, and a honeybee with a...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Jeweled Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings with Cheetah Print
Located in Atlanta, GA
Those fabulous Lucite dangling clip-on earrings boast a chandelier shape with a geometric carved design in luminous amber and cocoa brown colors with an animal or cheetah print patte...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Gold Tone With Faux Turquoise and Diamante Earrings Circa 1980 s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone With Faux Turquoise and Diamante Earrings Circa 1980s. These are well-made and substantial earrings. The earrings feature a dome of faux turquoise in the center, s...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Kalinger Paris Carved Gilt Resin Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Kalinger Paris oversized clip-on earrings feature a round-domed shape with an intricately carved gilt-metal-coated resin cameo. The pieces are marked on the clip: "Kal...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Claire Deve Paris Gilded Metal Geometric Clip-on Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Claire Deve, Paris, designed these spectacular clip-on earrings in the 1980s. They feature a dimensional geometric shape in gilt metal, all carved and textured, with a pyramidal desi...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

Dominique Denaive Paris Purple and Gold Pearlized Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning resin clip-on earrings by Dominique Denaive Paris feature a dangling shape with drops and elongated donuts in a lovely eggplant purple pearlized color contrasted with ...
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1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond White Coral Yellow Gold Rose De Noël Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël earrings are crafted in 18K yellow gold and feature beautifully carved white coral petals in the sought-after small model. Made in Fra...
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20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Fancy Intense Yellow diamonds totaling 6.00 carats
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings A spectacular pair of natural Fancy Intense Yellow diamonds, each certified by GIA, beautifully mounted in solid ...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Vaid Roma 18 Karat White Gold Earrings with Iolite and Blue Topaz
Located in New York, NY
Italian Jewelers for more than three generations, VAID has produced merchandise exclusively for some of the most renowned jewelers across the world. T...
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1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Iolite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Carolee Gold Tone Heart Earrings, circa 2000s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Carolee Gold Tone Heart Earrings. Classic. These are substantial and well-made. This type of earring is always a good choice. You can have i...
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Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Van Cleef Arpels French 1980 s Diamond 18K Gold J-Hoop Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as fluted j-hoop forms bisected by pavé diamond segments Diamonds are round brilliant cut and weigh 1.47 carats total G color with VS2 clarity With high polish finish Comple...
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1980s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Bombe Pave Set Diamond Dome Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
David Webb diamond dome earrings crafted in 18K white gold, fully pavé-set with approximately 20.00 carats total weight of round brilliant-cut diamonds of exceptional quality. Desi...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Missoni Black and Red Polka Dots Lucite Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning 1980s Missoni, Italy, oversized Lucite or Resin clip-on earrings feature a hand-made, domed, rounded shape with red polka dots applied over a black background. Each ea...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

18 Carat White Gold Invisible Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
18 Carat White Gold invisible Sapphire and Diamond Clip-On Earrings We use the top quality Sapphire which make in invisible setting. We set the stone in perfection as we are profess...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ciner Autumn Crystal Large Scale Clip on Floral Earrings Circa 1980
Located in University City, MO
Ciner Autumn crystal large scale clip on floral earrings c 1980 The elegant designer earrings are embellished with six rectangular prong set c...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Halo Platinum Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Dangle Pavé Earrings in 18K White Gold Featuring matched emerald-cut center diamonds of exceptional brilliance, gracefully suspended and surrounded by pavé-set accent stones. Crafted...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Puffy Quilted Two Tone Rectangular Earrings By Kenneth Jay Lane, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
Iconic and effortlessly chic, these 1980s Kenneth Jay Lane earrings are the epitome of statement sophistication. Featuring quilted silver resin wrapped in crisscrossing gold rope det...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Exquisite Platinum Diamond Stud Earrings – 5.11 Total Carat Weight
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your elegance with this breathtaking pair of natural diamond studs, masterfully set in luxurious platinum. Crafted to perfection, these earrings showcase two GIA-certified Ro...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

24-Carat Gilded Bronze and Rock Crystal Clip Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Rectangular rock stones set on 24-carat gilded bronze clip earrings. This designer was Robert Goossens personal assistant in all of his creations. She worked by his side for 20 years...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal

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