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GIA Certified Estate Aquamarine & Diamond Omega Back Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Pristine GIA Certified Aquamarine & Diamond omega back earrings made in Platinum & 18k white gold
Category

20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Lilli Diamond Huggie Hoop Omega Back Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Towson, MD
One pair of Lilli Diamond Huggie Hoop Omega Back Earrings in 18 karat yellow gold featuring round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Omega Back Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning Pearl & Diamond Omega back earrings made in 18k yellow gold. Gemstone: Pearl & Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Estate Puffed Shell Omega Back Earrings Silver 21.30 Grams
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Puffed Shell Omega Back Earrings Silver 21.30 Grams TIF636 These elegant
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1990s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Silver

Estate Jose Hess Large Diamond Huggie Omega Back Earrings 2.40cttw G Vs
By Jose Hess
Located in Winter Springs, FL
omega backs. Dimensions/Weight: Earrings measure .90” tall by .50” wide and weigh 16.1dwt
Category

1990s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

John Hardy Estate Pebble Hoop Post with Omega Back Earrings Silver
By John Hardy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic John Hardy Estate Pebble Hoop Post with Omega Back Earrings Silver JH74 TRUSTED SELLER
Category

1990s American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Silver

John Hardy Estate Kali Pebble Omega Back Earrings Silver
By John Hardy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
John Hardy Estate Kali Pebble Omega Back Earrings Silver JH60 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE
Category

1990s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Silver

John Hardy Estate Jaisalmer Domed Dot Omega Back Earrings Silver
By John Hardy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic John Hardy Estate Jaisalmer Domed Dot Omega Back Earrings Silver JH62 TRUSTED SELLER
Category

1990s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Silver

John Hardy Estate Omega Back Earrings 14k Y Gold + Sterling Silver
By John Hardy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
John Hardy Estate Omega Back Earrings 14k Y Gold + Sterling Silver JH5 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002
Category

1990s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Carved Coral Greek Key Setting Omega Back Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
wonderfully three-dimensional earrings are sure to be a stand-out in your earring collection. Omega backs hold
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Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Toned Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14K Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Earring Length: 15.6 mm Total Weight
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Post and Omega Back Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Post and Omega Back Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold One round Emeralds in the
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Vintage Carved Jade, Ruby & Diamond Omega Back Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
These amazing earrings feature a round-shaped plaque of hand-carved jade with an ornate floral
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Estate Round 18K Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Omega Back Earrings 11.40cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Cocktail earrings done in 18K white gold set with approximately 5.80cttw H-J color Vs clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Estate 18K Heart Shape Aquamarine Diamond Huggie Omega Back Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
color Vs1-2 clarity round diamonds. Dimensions/Weight: Earrings measure .90” by .50” and weigh 10.8g
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Omega Back Earrings
Located in Addison, TX
sapphires weighing 1.20ctw. Completed by omega backing. Earrings details:. Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Omega Back Earrings
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Omega Back Earrings
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H 0.35 in W 0.6 in D 0.28 in L 1.34 in
Tiffany & Co. Signature 18kt Yg "x" Earrings with Omega Backs
Located in Towson, MD
Tiffany & Co. 18kt yellow gold "X" Earrings Omega Back Earrings. The earrings are the large size
Category

2010s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Estate Platinum Pave Diamond Huggies Omega Back Earrings G Vs+ 5.50cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
approximately 5.50cttw in G-H color and Vs1+ clarity round diamonds. These earrings have omega backs with swing
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Teardrop Smokey Topaz and Diamond Dangling Omega back Earrings in 14KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
white gold. These gorgeous Pear shape stones are 25x10 mm with omega backs. These earrings will be the
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2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Etruscan Style Omega Back Earrings with Diamonds and Pink and Green Tourmaline
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Etruscan style half-hoop earrings featuring vibrant tourmaline gemstones and diamonds
Category

20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Multi-Stone & 0.22 TCW Diamond White Gold Floral Omega Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 9.0 Grams Stone: Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Amethyst (8 x 6 mm) & Approx 0.22 TCW (0.11 Ct) Diamonds Measurements: 16 mm Hallmark: 750 Item #:BR-1071-101323-05
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fine 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.02 Carat Natural Diamonds Omega Back Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 13 mm Width: 10 mm Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Stone Type: 2.02 G VS1 CT ( Baguette & Rou...
Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Vintage 2.25 Carats Cluster Diamond Domed Button Omega Back Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful and well made pair of earrings is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features a
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Antique Style Omega Back Earring in White Gold 18K
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carat (approx. total weight) These earrings will be made to your order in 1-2 weeks, contact us to find
Category

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

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold 0.93 Ct Diamonds & 1.38 Ct Multi Sapphire Omega Back Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Earrings Height:20 mm Width: 9 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 18K Hallmarks: 18K Total
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

18K Yellow Gold 5ctw Calibre Ruby & Diamond Open Work Round Omega Back Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Weight: 15.86 Grams Backing: Wire w/ Omega Closures (Pierced ears required.) Diameter: 25.2mm (0.99
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K Fine Diamond & Pearl Long Drop Omega Back Earrings 6.75cttw F-Vs+
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An absolutely spectacular pair of earrings done in 18K yellow gold and meticulously set with
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Antique Style Omega Back Earring in White Gold 18K
Located in Bangkok, TH
: 0.36 Carat (approx. total weight) These earrings will be made to your order in 1-2 weeks, contact us
Category

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

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.34 CT Natural Pink Sapphire & 1.33 CT Diamonds in 18K Gold Omega Back Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 18 mm Width: 11 mm Metal:18K White Gold Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 12.8 Grams Stone Type: 1.34 CT Natural Pink Sapphire & 1...
Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.40 CT Natural Ruby & 0.90 CT Diamonds in 18K White Gold Omega Back Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 14 mm Width: 14 mm Metal:18K White Gold Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 8.7 Grams Stone Type: 2.40 CT Natural Ruby & 0.90 CT Dia...
Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Auth Caviar 925 Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold 3 Raw Omega Back Earrings
By Lagos Caviar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 26 mm Width: 16 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver & 18K Yellow Gold Hallmarks: CAVIAR 925 750 Total Weight: 20.3 Grams Stone T...
Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Earrings and Pendant Set
Located in London, GB
and a pair of omega back earrings. The gorgeous pendant is inlaid with 15 tapered baguette cut vibrant
Category

Vintage 1980s European Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Custom 18kt Carved Citrine, Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
Custom made 14kt yellow gold omega back earrings featuring hand carved Citrines, emerald cabochons
Category

1990s North American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage 1.00 Carat Diamonds and Onyx Swirl Omega Back X-Large Earrings 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Glamorous Vintage 1.00 Carat Diamonds and Onyx Swirl Omega Back Earrings 14k Gold. The earrings
Category

Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18k Pink Tourmaline Diamond Omega Back Oval Huggie Earrings 11.30cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
of 2.80cttw. The earrings are posts with omega backs. Dimensions/Weight: Earrings measure .75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

20 Carats Diamond Earrings Pave' Omega Lever-Back 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
20.00 carats white Diamond Pave' earrings with Omega lever-back, made in 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Estate Aletto & Co 18k Quilted Texture Diamond Huggie Earrings Omega Backs
By ALETTO
Located in Winter Springs, FL
uncompromised quality. A rarity in jewelry today. Dimensions/Weight: Earrings measure .90” long by .60” wide
Category

1990s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Tahitian South Sea Pearl Earrings with Omega Backs and Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
weighing approximately 0.15 carats total. * Omega back closure * Diamonds are I color, SI2/ISI3 clarity.
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Mabe Pearl Post Earrings with Freeform Yellow Gold Frames and Omega Backs
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
just under 1 inch wide. The post closures stay in place with hinged omega clips. These earrings
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.50 Carat Round Diamond Plaque Huggie Earrings with Omega Backs in White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Huggie Earrings with Unique Star Designs Set with Round Diamonds Total Diamond Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Diamond earrings Royal Omega earrings 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tourquise Diamond earrings Omega 14KT white gold, so pretty and so comfortable on ears. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

White Pearl and Diamond Round Omega Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful white pearl round and diamond round earrings with omega backs. Handmade with attention
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Diamond Earrings Omega 14K Two Tone Gold Earrings Invisible Setting Earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning Omega backing earrings with diamonds set in invisible setting style and bow like design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond

Roberto Coin 18k Diamond Omega Stud Earrings
By Roberto Coin
Located in Bloomington, MN
Statement Roberto Coin 18k Diamond Omega Stud Earrings Exquisitely designed in 18k yellow and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin 18k Diamond Omega Stud Earrings
Roberto Coin 18k Diamond Omega Stud Earrings
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W 0.46 in L 1.02 in
Smoky Quartz Omega earrings 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Very interesting pair of quartz earrings in 14KT yellow gold, small details all over the earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K Diamond Paisley Huggie Omega Earrings 6.50cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
6.50cttw in G-H color Si1-2 clarity round diamonds. They are pierced with omega backs. Dimensions/Weight
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1990s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gubelin 18-karat White Gold Diamond Omega Earrings
By Gubelin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These Gubelin earrings have timeless allure, meticulously crafted with diamonds and 18-karat white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage MAZ Square Dome 14k Gold & Onyx Omega Clip Earrings
By Maz
Located in Portland, OR
ribbed gold radiates from the center onyx stone and there are omega style clips on the back. These
Category

Vintage 1980s American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

6.70tcw PLAT AAA+ Colombian Emerald-Emerald Cut & Diamond Omega Earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
classic duo of emerald and diamond studs is a timeless gift. Omega backs hold the earrings in place
Category

2010s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Designer Earrings with Omega Clip Backing R3207
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Designer Earrings with Omega Clip Backing ♥ Each earring measures
Category

2010s American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

2.01tcw 14K Round Emerald Cabochon Cut & Diamond Accent Omega Vintage Earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
A gorgeous pair of cabochon and diamond accent earrings. This dainty pair showcases two stunning
Category

2010s Colombian Renaissance Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18K BORIS LEBEAU Green Enamel Ruby Diamond Spiked Omega Huggie Earrings
By Boris Lebeau
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking pair of earrings by Boris Lebeau. Hand crafted in 18K yellow gold, these earrings are
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel

Ruby Diamond earrings omega 18Kt white gold Wine color rubies 100% natural
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning ruby and diamonds earrings! The rubies are a desired wine color with a touch of pink hue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 18K Solid Gold Earrings Green & Blue Plique-à-Jour Pierced Omega 14.20Gr
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
weight a total of 14.20 grams. The backs contain an Omega closure for additional security, and they are
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 1/2 Carat Sapphire Diamond Omega Clip On Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
White Gold Diamond Cut: Baguette & Round Dimensions: 16mm x 11mm Closure: Omega Clip On
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

MS Diamond & Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings
Located in New York, NY
14kt Yellow Gold Omega Back Earrings with Posts. Set with clean, full cut white Diamonds
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual half hoop earrings with a criss cross design of four rows of braiding. These omega back
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Vintage 1970s Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Half Hoop Earrings
Gold Half Hoop Earrings
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W 0.5 in L 0.75 in
Baguette Diamond Leaf Shaped Lever Back Earrings .74cttw 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
White Gold Closure: Omega Clip On
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hexagonal Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ultra chic Ribbed 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond clip on "Omega Back" Earrings. Each Earring pave set
Category

Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hexagonal Diamond Gold Earrings
Hexagonal Diamond Gold Earrings
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Dm 0.75 in
Stambolian 18K Gold and Diamond Twisted Sardinian Coral Drop Earrings
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
drops, 8mm x 30mm 0.75ct. G Color, VS Clarity diamonds Post-omega backs Earrings are 2 inches in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

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

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Omega Back Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of omega back earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our selection of items includes 57 vintage examples as well as 113 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of omega back earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Cartier, Chopard and Roberto Coin are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 111 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut, oval cut and baguette cut omega back earrings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of omega back earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Omega Back Earrings?

On average, omega back earrings at 1stDibs sell for $2,800, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $110,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Omega Back Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Hinge-back earrings are earrings with a certain type of closure. Specifically, they feature a post mounted on a hinge that snaps into a groove to secure the earrings in place. Also called a saddle-back or hinged saddle-back, the closure is common on hoop earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of hinge-back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Euro back earrings are earrings with a certain type of fastener hardware. The earrings feature a curved metal wire that slips through the piercing and a curved hinged element that flips upward to secure it. You will also see Euro back earrings referred to as Euro clasps, Euro wires and leverbacks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Euro back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A paddle-back earring is a clip-on earring with a particular type of closure. Specifically, the design includes a wide fastener with a tension bar cutting through its middle. Once the earring is in place, you can bend the tension bar to tighten or loosen the clip and adjust the fit. Shop a diverse assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A latch-back earring is an earring with a particular type of backing. Specifically, it features a post that snaps into a small hole, similar to a latch on a gate. The design is simple to operate and helps to keep earrings securely in place. Shop a collection of latch-back earrings on 1stDibs.
  • A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings can fall off if the screws become threaded over time. It’s best to keep a close eye on the condition of the screw and have them repaired or converted if needed. Shop a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Screw back earrings were most popular during the first half of the 20th century, before clip earrings increased in popularity. However, screw back earrings have never gone out of style. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique screw back earrings from some of the world’s top sellers.