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1960s Coro Gold-Tone Button Clip-On Earrings — Engine-Turned Dome with Curb Chain Border

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Mid-Century (1940s–1960s) Gold-Tone Excellent
JWLE-VR-0005
Signed Coro clip-on earrings from the early 1960s, featuring a beautifully textured engine-turned dome framed by a decorative curb chain border. Bold enough to make a statement, refined enough to wear every day. The Coro script signature is clearly stamped on both clips — a lovely detail that collectors and vintage lovers appreciate.

Highlights

  • Signed Coro — script stamp legible on both clip mechanisms
  • Engine-turned crosshatch dome with warm gold-tone finish
  • Decorative curb chain-link border adds depth and visual interest
  • Classic paddle/fold-over clip-back findings — sturdy and comfortable
  • Circa early 1960s

Condition

Excellent. Both clips are intact and fully functional. Chain border shows no breaks or missing links. Domed centers are free of dents. Both earrings are well-matched and uniform. A thoroughly wearable pair, ready to enjoy.
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1960s Coro Gold-Tone Button Clip-On Earrings — Engine-Turned Dome with Curb Chain Border

Circa Early 1960s

American Costume Jewelry, Mid-Century Button Earring

From an estate collection in Hobbesville, North Carolina — assembled over many years by a woman who knew her way around a jewelry counter professionally and never really clocked out. She bought what caught her eye, and she bought well.

These Coro earrings are early 1960s, signed, and in excellent condition. The design is deceptively simple: an engine-turned crosshatch dome ringed by a curb chain-link border, all in warm gold tone. That engine-turned texture does beautiful things in the light — it's the kind of detail that reads as quiet quality rather than flash. Clip-on backs with good tension.

Pieces like these remind you why Coro held such a loyal following. Well-designed, well-made, and — sixty-some years later — still sharp.

Materials Gold-tone metal, engine-turned crosshatch dome, curb chain-link border, paddle/fold-over clip-back findings
Care Store in a soft pouch or lined jewelry box to prevent surface scratching. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth to maintain the gold-tone finish. Do not use chemical jewelry cleaners or abrasive polishing compounds, which can strip plating and dull the engine-turned texture. Check that curb chain links remain secure — avoid pulling or snagging on fabrics. Clip-back tension can be adjusted by a jeweler if needed. Keep away from water, perfume, and hairspray.
From the Research Archives
vintagerose.us Catalog No. JWLE-VR-0005 • March 2026

Specifications

Dimensions
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Weight
0.2 lbs
SKU
JWLE-VR-0005

A Little Gold, A Lot of Character

There's something deeply satisfying about a well-made button earring. No fuss, no dangle, just a confident circle of gold at the ear that quietly says I know what I'm doing. These Coro clip-ons from the early 1960s are exactly that kind of piece — polished, purposeful, and full of subtle detail that rewards a closer look. The center of each earring features a domed disc with engine-turned crosshatch texturing — a finishing technique borrowed from fine metalwork and watchmaking that gives the surface a shimmering, almost liquid quality as it catches the light. It's the kind of detail that separates a thoughtfully designed piece from a plain stamped button. Framing the dome is a ring of curb chain links in warm gold tone, adding dimension and a touch of movement that makes these feel more substantial and interesting than their modest size might suggest. On the back, the Coro script signature is clearly stamped on both clip mechanisms — always a good sign. Coro operated from 1901 to 1979 and was one of the most prolific and beloved costume jewelry houses in America. Their pieces from the 1950s and 1960s are especially sought after, and signed examples in clean condition have a loyal following among collectors and vintage fashion enthusiasts alike. The paddle-style clip backs are sturdy and sit comfortably. These are the kind of earrings you can wear all day without thinking about them — to a meeting, to brunch, to a gallery opening. They pair beautifully with a silk blouse and a knowing smile.

Details

  • Maker: Coro (signed on both clips)
  • Era: Circa early 1960s
  • Materials: Gold-tone metal
  • Style: Button clip-on with engine-turned dome and curb chain border
  • Closure: Paddle/fold-over clip back

Condition

Excellent. Both clip mechanisms are intact and fully functional. The curb chain border shows no breaks or missing links. Domed centers are free of dents or deformation. Both earrings are well-matched and uniform. The Coro signature stamp is clearly legible on both pieces. A thoroughly wearable and giftable pair, ready to enjoy from day one.

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