Antique and Vintage Earrings

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Yes, we offer free and fully insured international shipping for our antique and vintage earrings.

On completion of your purchase, your earrings will be professionally packaged and dispatched either the same or next working day.

We offer a 14 day return policy for all earrings sold at AC Silver. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return the item within 14 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange, provided the item is returned in its original condition. View our full return policy for more details.

Some antique and vintage earrings can be modified or changed (for instance, from clip-on to pierced), but this largely depends on the design and structure of the piece. If you're interested in making alterations, please reach out to us, and we can explore the options with our skilled jewellers.

We provide both pierced and non-pierced earring choices. Our selection includes charming antique vintage clip-on earrings and screw-back earrings for individuals without pierced ears, as well as a diverse array of styles for those with pierced ears.

The innovation of screw back earrings was something of a precursor to the clip-on style we see today. These earrings loop under the bottom of the earlobe and affix with a screw fastening to keep the earring in place without a piercing. The screws can be fiddly, especially with older examples. Remaining patient and performing many small turns of the screw mechanism is usually easier than attempting large turns.

Place the earring so that the front-facing side is sitting where you would like, and then hold it in place to begin screwing. It is important to screw the fastening in until you can feel it is snugly positioned against your lobe. The risk of screw back earrings falling off is small if you have screwed them on tightly enough. It would be best to wear your vintage screw back earrings around the house a couple of times before wearing them out and about. That way, you can assess how tightly they need to be screwed on in order to be both comfortable and secure.

Every jewellery purchase from AC Silver is accompanied with a luxury jewellery cleaning cloth. For regular maintenance, cleaning cloths designed for jewellery are ideal. Gently rub over the item with the cleaning cloth in small circular motions. This is perfect for maintaining a pleasant shine in all jewellery metals and large gemstones.

Earrings with intricate details like clustered gemstones or claw settings need careful cleaning. To do this, you just need a small cup of warm water, a drop of dish soap, and a children's toothbrush. It's crucial to use a children's toothbrush because its bristles are softer. Using larger, firmer brushes can damage vintage and antique earrings.

Dip the head of the toothbrush in the sudsy water and tap away excess water. Begin with gentle pressure, cleaning in a circular motion similar to the cleaning cloth; this motion keeps the pressure even across the earring, and the bristles are able to reach in between delicate settings. Once you're satisfied with your cleaning, leave the jewellery on some kitchen roll to dry fully before wearing them or returning them to the jewellery box. For the majority of your vintage and antique earrings, this cleaning method will bring up a fantastic sparkle and shine that keeps your jewellery looking stunning.

There are some important exceptions to this, however. Opal and pearl jewellery cannot be cleaned with soapy water as these stones are soft and it makes them vulnerable. Water and chemicals can damage these stones beyond repair, and they are easily scratched. Soft cleaning cloths are the best methods for keeping these jewellery items in good shape.

For luxury jewellery that is regularly worn, it is advised that you get an annual check-up. At AC Silver, we are happy to examine items purchased with us once a year with no charge, as well as provide a professional cleaning. This examination allows us to check the security of the gemstone settings. In antique earrings especially, this is a crucial step to ensuring the long life of the piece. The security of the fastenings of antique and vintage earrings can also be checked at these times.