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Interlocking Circles Swirl Yellow Gold and Ruby Clip-On Clip Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
that swirl around a ruby center that resembles a flower. The earrings are 18k yellow gold with a
Category

20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby Clip-On Dangle Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Yellow Gold Ruby Clip-On Dangle Earrings. Each earring showcases an oval emerald cabochon secured
Category

1990s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Retro Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Clip-on earrings made in 18k rose gold and platinum. Showcasing a knotted design of square cut
Category

Vintage 1980s American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Eggplant Clip on Earrings
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Eggplant Clip on Earrings
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ruby and diamond clip-on dangle earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of natural Ruby and diamonds clip-on dangle solid earrings, feature with 6.50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Gorgeous "Bulgary style" earrings featuring captivating blue cabochon sapphires and pear-shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage 14kt .gold ruby and diamond geometric design clip - on earrings
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 14kt .gold ruby and diamond geometric design clip - on earrings. Made in Circa 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s European Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond clip-on earrings in 18ct gold.
Located in SYDNEY, AU
An Art Deco Diamond and Ruby pair of clip-on earrings. The diamond and ruby earrings are in the
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Ruby Diamond White Gold Huggie Clip-On Earrings and Ring Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautifully made fine quality ruby and diamond earrings and ring set featuring 3 rows of rotating
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Rubies and Diamonds Contemporary Clip-On Earrings
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary clip-on earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold and are encrusted with 6 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Wrap Earrings, Clip on
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned pair of 18K yellow gold ruby, sapphire and diamond earrings. Each showstopping earring is
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Moi Freida Gold Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
: Creative Ruby Rubies. Diamonds. Made in 14K gold. Earrings that are not-too-big-not-too-small. These clip
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Floral Clip On Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Floral Clip On Earrings. This gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Clip-on Earrings with Rubies and Amethysts
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer clip-on drop earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Quartz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14...

Andrew Clunn Ruby & Diamond Clip-on Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Andrew Clunn
Located in Dallas, TX
Andrew Clunn Ruby and Diamond Clip-on Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold. The earrings feature
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Ruby Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
square-cut diamonds, set in platinum and 18K gold. The earrings are clip back and accompanied by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Platinum Ruby and Diamond Flower Clip-On Earrings, circa 1950
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant clip on earrings circa 1950 featuring tiny flowers made of round rubies and diamonds
Category

Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Diamond Ruby 18 Carat White Gold Invisible Clip-On Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Ruby 18 Carat Gold Invisible Clip on Earrings The top quality Ruby which make in invisible
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

RUCHI Rose-Cut Diamond and Ruby White Gold Clip-On Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Ruby-19.76 Cts Rose Cut Diamond- 11.01 Cts All Diamonds are G- H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

RUCHI Mixed-Shape Ruby and Baguette Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Ruby: 7.72ct total weight. Diamond: 2.78ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Ruby and Diamond Clip-On Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond clip-on earrings feature a spray of custom cut marquise shape faceted Thai
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Handcraft Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Clip-On Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Stunning 18 karat white gold clip-on earrings mounted with a rock crystal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Seaman Schepps Sugarloaf Ruby Clip on Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold ~5ctw Rubies
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Fairfield, CT
Seaman Schepps Sugarloaf Ruby Clip on Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold ~5ctw Rubies These Seaman
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Clip-on Huggie Earrings with Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Accents
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Matte and High Polish 14k Yellow Gold Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire Clip On Earrings. Weight
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.25 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ornate Clip-On Earrings in White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
rubies in the middle, to diamonds at the outside. Total Weight of 10 Oval-Cut Prong-Set Rubies = 2.25 ct
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Clip-On Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond earrings feature 2 large oval cut faceted African rubies of brilliant color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Flower Clip-on Earrings in 18 Karat Gold with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Lucerne, CH
Delicate and whimsical, these Clip-on Earrings evoke the vibrant spirit of a tropical flower
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond And Ruby Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
—creating a dramatic contrast of color and texture. Of significant size, these clip earrings embody the
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Ben Rosenfeld Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Foliate Clip-on Earrings
By Ben Rosenfeld
Located in London, GB
These gorgeous clip-on earrings by British jewellery designer, Ben Rosenfeld are each designed as a
Category

Vintage 1960s English Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings With Cabochon Sapphire & Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings With Cabochon Sapphire and Ruby and Diamonds Ruby: 2
Category

20th Century European Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings with Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald
By David Webb
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous hammered huggie earrings by David Webb. Feature ruby, sapphire and emerald cabochons in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond & Ruby 18K Gold Roman Coin Replica Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
gold clip-on earrings feature Roman silver coin replicas, encased in a diamond-studded bezel with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Heart Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold, bombé heart clip-on
Category

2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Clip-On Earring in 18 Karat with Trapezoid Cut Rubies
Located in Wailea, HI
Ruby and Diamond Clip on Earring in 18k With Trapezoid Cut Rubies Forty Eight Round Brilliant Cut
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Ruby and Diamond Earrings/Clips
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
18K Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Ruby and Diamond Earrings/Clips. Heart shaped rubies total carat 3.49
Category

Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Japan Pearls White Gold 18 Karat Ruby Clip-On Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold Clip-On earrings. Handmade by our artisans assembled
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rossella Ugolini Ruby Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Chess Clip-On Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Earrings in 18 karats yellow gold, adorned with 0.24 karat white diamonds (G color, VS1), and an option for
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage 1960's 18 Karat Gold Rubies Clip-On Earrings Flowers
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These elegant clip on earrings in the shape of flowers in full bloom were handcrafted made in the
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Post-War Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Retro Diamond Ruby Gold Ear Clip Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rubies. In classic retro style, the piece is made in a rosy colored gold as well as white gold for a two
Category

Vintage 1930s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Clip-On Earrings with Natural Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary 18 karat rose gold clip-on earrings are encrusted with 6 round diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings These elegant Van Cleef & Arpels clip
Category

20th Century Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Clip On Ruby Flower Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A highly unique pair of vintage Tiffany & Co. clip on ruby flower earrings set in 18k yellow gold
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blossom Clip-on Earrings with Rubies & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing our exquisite rubies and diamonds clip-on earrings in 18 Karat white gold—an embodiment
Category

20th Century European Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

1980S Diamond Ruby 18K Elephant Statement clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
This Fashionable Diamond Ruby exquisite Omega back clip-on with post earrings is expertly crafted
Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Ruby and Diamond Floral French Clip Earrings in White and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These gorgeous ruby and diamond flower earrings make an elegant, yet playful addition to any fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

David Webb Platinum & Gold Snake Green Emerald Ruby Diamond Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
natural motifs. One such piece is his 18k yellow gold clip earrings fashioned as serpent heads, mounted
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Oversized Oval Jade Ruby Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
cabochon ruby in the center and enclosed in a yellow gold frame. So special and so rich! These earrings are
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Clip-On Earrings in Eighteen Karat Rose Gold with Natural Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These 18 karat rose gold earrings are adorned with 6 round diamonds and feature detachable rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Tanzanite Clip on Earrings Set in 22k Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Tanzanite Clip on Earrings set in 22K Gold & Silver Beautiful Natural Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Tanzanite, 22k Gold, Silver

GIA Certified Red Ruby, Yellow Gold, Blue Sapphires & Diamond Clip On Earrings.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
bright red Ruby, blue sapphire and diamond stud earrings. Set in 18k yellow gold, the center red rubies
Category

1990s Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Carrera y Carrera Ruby Diamond Enamel Leopard Clip-On Earrings
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Carrera y Carrera clip-on earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond and Ruby Cluster Clip Earrings 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bold and elegant earrings, shaped like pinwheels or flowers, in 18 kt white and yellow gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau White Diamond Turquoise Ruby Yellow Gold Clip-On Flowers Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This pair of Earrings is made in 9K Yellow Gold with French Clips. The
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Flamenco” Ruby & Multi gem Clip On Earrings Set 18K Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Flamenco” Ruby & Multi gem clip on Earrings Set 18K Gold&Silver Natural Rubies, Tanzanite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapph...

18k Gold Oval Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Twisted Wire Dual Finish Clip on Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous and very well made pair of earrings is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and feature
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Amazonite Round Cab Ruby Round Cab 14 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple elegant clip on earrings with round plain Blue Amazonite cabochons of 16 mm in diameter set
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amazonite, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Carved Leaf Ruby W/ 1.50ctw Diamond Halo Clip on Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Backings Weight: 12.64 Grams Backing: Clip On Closures (pierced ears are NOT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Clip on Wedding Earrings for Women in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Halo Diamond and Ruby Clip On Stud Earrings in 14K Gold. Embrace your look with these
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds 1 Kt Ruby Chess Clip-On Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Earrings in 18 karats yellow gold, adorned with 0.24 karat white diamonds (G color, VS1), and an option for
Category

2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Modern Style Clip-on Earrings in Eighteen Karat Rose Gold with Natural Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern style 18 karat rose gold cocktail clip-on earrings are encrusted with 10 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

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Gold And Ruby Clip On Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of gold and ruby clip on earrings. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 531 vintage versions or 152 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of gold and ruby clip on earrings bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by David Webb, Van Cleef & Arpels and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, cabochon and oval cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our gold and ruby clip on earrings for sale are for women, but there are 110 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Gold And Ruby Clip On Earrings?

Prices for gold and ruby clip on earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $214,591, while gold and ruby clip on earrings, on average, fetch $7,514.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Clip-on-earrings for You

Crafted to match every color palette, mood or whim, a luxurious pair of vintage clip-on earrings, like any pair of earrings, goes a long way toward completing a look and contributing to the rich form of self-expression that is accessorizing with your favorite jewelry.

Everyone loves a glamorous pair of earrings, but not everyone wants their ears pierced. That’s where a dazzling pair of clip-ons comes in.

Wearing earrings goes back thousands of years, but ear piercing didn’t really become popular in the United States until the 1950s and ’60s. Over the years, jewelry designers have endeavored to create all kinds of clip-on earrings to provide jewelry lovers with a way to express themselves by wearing their favorite adornments without having to undergo the piercing process.

Whether it’s the extravagant diamond clip-on drop earrings or chandelier earrings that flappers donned during Art Deco’s heyday — short hair was in style during the era, so women favored big, bold earrings — or if subdued pearl earrings, platinum earrings (a particularly versatile choice) or a contemporary variety is your thing, clip-on earrings have been made in all kinds of styles over the years.

Clip-on earrings continue to be a comfortable alternative to the traditional iteration, and these accessories are as stylish and adaptable to both casual and formal wear as they’ve ever been.

Explore a vast range of vintage clip-on earrings on 1stDibs now, and find the perfect pair for any ensemble. Our collection includes striking clip-on earrings by David Webb, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and others.