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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
Emerald gold earrings.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald gold earrings. Tiny emerald earrings. Gold earrings for girl. Delicate emerald earrings. 14k Gold Earrings With Emeralds, Diamonds. Total weigh...
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2010s Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Pair of Red Poppies Art Deco Style Earrings by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of red poppies art-deco style earrings by Ilgiz F, each earring with three poppies with champlevé enamelled petals and hot enamelled peduncles, on a d...
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2010s Russian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

A Pair Of Tahitian Cultured Pearl And Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Tahitian cultured pearl and diamond earrings, each earring comprising of 10.5 - 11mm in diameter greyish-black Tahitian cultured pearl surrounded by twelve marquise-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 1.8 carats for the pair, claw set to a gold mount with clip fittings, later hallmarked 18ct gold London 2015, bearing the Bentley & Skinner sponsor mark, measuring approximately 18mm in diameter, gross weight 15.11 grams. This estate sourced pair...
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2010s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gilded Fish Figural Earrings by Hanae Mori, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Extremely rare - Each earring measures 1" x 1" - Gold plated - Clip on earring backs - Made in Paris - By Hanae Mori (signed on verso of one earring) - Circa...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Yvel Baroque Pearl Diamond Clip Earrings
By Yvel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Yvel clip earrings, featuring natural baroque freshwater pearls accented by champagne-colored brilliant-cut diamonds pave-set in 18 karat yellow gold. Four natural freshwater baroqu...
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2010s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Aquamarine Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke aquamarine 'Cab Quadriga' earrings in 19 karat yellow gold. Polished curved border design. Each earring bezel set with central 10mm round cabochon cut, natural aquam...
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2010s Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold

JAR Paris Red Aluminum Gold Voiles Clip Earrings
By JAR
Located in Palm Beach, FL
JAR Paris "Voiles" clip earrings in red anodized aluminum with 18k gold clip backs. Folded cone design with a lightly textured finish. Measuring just under 2 1/2 inches in length a...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Cummings Positive & Negative Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare and iconic Positive & Negative pieces created back in the 1974 in New York city at the Tiffany & Co. Atelier. This earrings was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, with h...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1980s Gavilane Paris Light Pink Glass Bead Long Dangling Clip On Earrings
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a vintage pair of playful dangling clip on earrings. It is designed by Gavilane in 1980’s. The piece is gold plated. It features light pink glass beads and rectangle peach ...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

GIA Certified 2 Carat Diamond Studs Set in Solid Platinum
Located in Rome, IT
2 carat matched pair of round brilliant cut GIA certified diamonds is beautifully white, eye clean, and dazzlingly brilliant! These round brilliant cut diamonds are each certified ...
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

David Webb Turquoise and Diamond Oval Clip-On Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
David Webb turquoise and diamond earrings in 18 karat yellow gold with stylized branch design. These clip-on earrings feature 2 oval c...
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Stylish & Tailored Gold & Diamond Encrusted Dome Earrings 7/8 Inch Diameter
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These finely crafted 18K yellow gold dome earrings have diamond encrusted centers surrounded by high polish gold accents and hammered gold edges. This pair would be a delightful addi...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum, Semi-Baroque Pearl & Diamond Earrings by Trio
By Trio
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique pair of Trio, Mid-20th Century, 18k yellow gold, platinum, semi-baroque pearl and diamond foliate motif earrings has a natural, organic feel. Two 16mm semi-baroque, silve...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

1980s Oversized Gold & Amethyst Crystal Triangle Statement Earrings By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.25" x 1.25" - Gold plated - Amethyst purple-colored triangular faceted Swarovski crystals - Clip on earring backs - By Swarovski (signed...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Tubogas Style Earrings with Ancient Coins
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These lovely vintage 18K yellow gold tubogas style earrings are topped with two authentic ancient bronze coins depicting Constantinus the Great from 324AD. Below the bezel set coins ...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Medium GUM DROP™ Earrings with Tsavorite and Dark Blue Topaz and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Medium 18kt yellow gold GUM DROP™ earrings with faceted Tsavorite (approximately 2.5 cts each), faceted Dark Blue Topaz (approximately 5 cts each), and 4 diamonds weighing ~0.40 cts....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, Topaz, Peridot, Jade, Diamond, Citrine, Amethyst, Yellow Gold...

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

Angela Caputi Dangle Clip Earrings Orange and Green Resin Pebble
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Angela Caputi resin clip-on earrings were made in Italy. The dangling pebble shape is built with a tangerine orange color contrasted with faux-jade green color beads an...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Blue Aurora Borealis Crystal Leaf Earrings By Coro, 1960s
By Coro
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.4" x .75" - Silver tone rhodium plating - Peacock blue aurora borealis crystal rhinestones - Clip on earring ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Signed Escada Round Goldtone Crown Clip Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
1980s or early 1990s round goldtone with raised crown in the center clip back earrings. Marked "ESCADA." Measure: 1 3/16 inches across. Condition: Very good; mild signs of previous w...
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1980s German Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1980s Signed Escada Green Enamel Star Pendant Clip Earrings
Located in Easton, PA
Rare 1980s rhodium plated small star top and bigger green enamel star pendant with black enamel slashes clip back earrings. Marked "ESCADA" on the back of the bigger stars. Measure: ...
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1980s German Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Authentic Vintage Chanel 80s Large CC Earrings
Located in Pasadena, CA
Authentic Vintage Chanel 80s Large CC Earrings. Beautiful sunburst design. With Soft Ridged edges. Great used condition.
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Tiffany Schlumberger 18k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, these clip earrings each center a high luster mabe pearl framed by a ridged gold dome with gold 'X' motifs. Clip backs (posts may be ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k yellow gold ear clips set with brilliant cut diamonds. 0.50ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ear clips set with brilliant cut diamonds. 0.50ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the earring is 2.1 cm high and 7.5 mm wide weight 9.5 grams occupied with ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 18k Yellow Gold Sabi Quad Knot Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Henry Dunay larger-sized 'Sabi' quad knot earrings, featuring four wrapped sections with Dunay's famous 'Sabi' finish reminiscent of softly spun gold silk. Omega clip backs (posts c...
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1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Minimal Rectangle Pink Enamel Diamond Hoop Earrings in Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Rectangle Pink Enamel And Diamond Hoops Earring in 14k Gold. A fun, colorful, and personalized addition to your earring stack! Stay on trend by adding these flamboyant enamel pieces ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold-filled

Authntic Chanel Vintage 80s Gambon Rue 31 Clip-On Earrings
Located in Pasadena, CA
Authentic Chanel Vintage 80s Gambon Rue 31 Clip-On Earrings. Wonderful Wear and patina to the front of the earring clips. The back of the earrings each have stamped "Chanel made in ...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Earrings set with onyx and mother-of-pearl 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with onyx and mother-of-pearl Detailed description: the diameter of the earrings is 1.7 cm wide Total weight 11.3 grams set with - 32 x 2.4 ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Other, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Francoise Montague Paris Gilded Resin Donut Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning oversized Francoise Montague Paris resin clip-on earrings were designed in the 1980s. They feature a massive dangle shape with gilt metal coating resin donut ornate wi...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Marina B black Mother-of-pearl Gold Earrings
Located in Napoli, Italy
Precious 18 kt yellow gold earrings decorated with carved black mother-of-pearl and topped with a Mabe pearl Clip system for non-pierced ears (thread missing) Signed, numbered, maste...
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1970s Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Gold and Green Lucite Geometric Carved Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant carved Lucite or resin clip-on earrings were hand-crafted in the 1980s. The dimensional oval domed shape has a striped design in translucent fern green color and gold p...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Earrings set with taper cut diamonds up to 1.00ct. 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold earrings set with taper cut diamonds 1.00ct - F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The earrings are 6.3 mm wide and 2.0 cm high Total weight 6.4 grams set with - 100...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Butterfly Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Diamond Butterfly Earrings 18K White Gold - 9.736 GM 2 Diamonds - 0.210CT 68 Diamond - 1.321 CT These exquisite 18K white gold earrings feature a captivating butter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Italian Orange and Beige Lucite Geometric Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These fabulous Italian designer studio Lucite dangling clip-on earrings boast a chandelier shape with a geometric elongated donut design in beige champagne and neon orange colors wit...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

JAR Paris Green Aluminum Gold Valerie Clip Earrings
By JAR
Located in Palm Beach, FL
JAR Paris "Valerie" clip earrings, in anodized aluminum with a fused green finish, a specialty of the JAR Paris workshop. 18k yellow gold clip backs. Signed "JAR PARIS" on the unde...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Bezel Set Sapphire Swarovski Crystal Earrings By Nolan Miller, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures .75" x .5" - Gold plated - Emerald cut Sapphire blue-colored Swarovski crystals - Clear ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Cilea Resin Dangle Green Leaves Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris created these cute, dangling resin clip-on earrings. They feature carved and dimensional leaves in chartreuse green and brown colors. One earring is signed on the undersi...
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Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

JAR Paris Magenta Aluminum Gold Valerie Clip Earrings
By JAR
Located in Palm Beach, FL
JAR Paris "Valerie" clip earrings, featuring anodized aluminum with a fused bright magenta/lavender finish. 18k yellow gold clip backs. Signed "JAR PARIS" on the underside of one e...
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2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

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

1980s Vintage Chanel Gold Tone CC Logo Round Clip On Earrings
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a classic pair of CC logo round clip on earrings. The piece is designed by Chanel in 1980s. It is crafted in base metal and is gold plated. Signed: “© Chanel ® Made in Fr...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Earring with sapphire and diamond 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold earrings set with sapphire and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.25ct - F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: the size of the earrings is 8.5 mm wide and 1.4 cm high Total...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Paris Gilded Metal Crocodile Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Paris designed these elegant clip-on earrings in the 1980s. The pieces feature a dimensional geometric shape with gilt metal, all textured with a crocodile emb...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Bulgari Certified Monete Gold Rare Ancient Coin Earrings
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful 18k yellow gold earrings, crafted by Bulgari for Monete collection, one of the most popular and valuable collection of the famous brand present also in their museum in Rome...
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1990s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant pearl earrings, each with a 1 carat round brilliant diamond. One diamond is GIA rated as F color and VS2 quality. The other is E color and SI 1 quality. The GIA certification...
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Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Cinnabar on Black Lucite Disc Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of cinnabar on black lucite clip-on disc earrings. The carved flower motif cinnabar is set on black lucite discs and creates a striking color combination. A great 80s ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Earrings set with quartz and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with quartz and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.50ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the size of the ear clip is 2.4 cm long by 1.4 cm wide weight 17.4 ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Drops
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Note: Production time for this product is 4 weeks Earring Information Gold Weight: 14k White Gold 8.51gm Stone Type : Diamonds Carat Weight : DIA-3.18 ttcw  Serial # : ER-9551 Thes...
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2010s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Two Tone Ornate Ottoman Style 4" Drop Earrings With Glass Cabochons, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 4" long - Antique gold tone and silver tone - Amber, amethyst purple and chartreuse glass...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

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

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Naimah Pomme Bouche Apple Lips Earrings
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our stunning Pomme Bouche (Apple Mouth) Earrings , a masterpiece of chic, feminine and surrealistic design. Inspired by Claude Lalanne's Pomme Bouche sculpture, these ear...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Gold Leaf Climber Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.1" tall - Gold plated - Clip on earring backs - By Crown Trifari (signed on clips) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Good vintage cond...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Chanel clip-on earring 2 snakes and faux pearl, gild metal sign, 1983's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very unusual Chanel ear clip. On the upper part there are 3 faux pearls entwined by 2 snakes, in the middle a rhinestone with 2 leaves, typical for this work from the 1983 years. A...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

0.73 cts of Yellow Sapphire Clip-on-earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Clip-On Earrings, a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, each earring weighs a lightweight 1.67 grams, ensuring c...
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2010s Indian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Enamel Ornate Earrings With Milk Glass Rhinestones, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.1" diameter - Gold tone - White enamel detail - Milk glass rhinestone accents - Clip on earring backs - Circa 1950s - Estate acquired ...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Enamel

Pavé Frog on Gilded Lily Pad Statement Earrings By Kirks Folly, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - Each earring measures 2.25" x 1.5" - Gold plated with faux marcasite style rhinestone - Clip on earring backs ...
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1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

0.82 cts of Blue Sapphire Clip-on-earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Clip-On Earrings, a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, each earring weighs a lightweight 1.63 grams, ensuring co...
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2010s Indian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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