French Clip Back – Jewelry Definition

By Calla Gold

A French clip is a type of earring backing in which an open, wire clip fits over a post and against the earlobe.

French clip backed earrings normally prevent the ear from bending downward at an unflattering angle.

See: Earlobe droop.

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