Definition: a type of jewelry popular during the 1930s worn similarly to a brooch, but with a clip mechanism instead of a pin stem to attach it to clothing; the underside of the clip usually contains prongs to hold it secure; were often sold in pairs and worn in the bottom corners of square necklines; often manufactured of Bakelite or other plastics, pot metal or brass
Examples:
Lorna confused the dress clip she found in her grandmother’s jewelry box with a shoe clip until she saw a similar piece accurately described in one of her jewelry reference guides.
