Real 14K gold, heat-fused — not plated. This stud piece keeps the warmth and weight of solid gold while staying well under the price of the real thing.
Specifications
- Total weight: ~1.8 g (pair)
- Base: hallmarked 925 sterling silver (1.6 g), rhodium-plated for a bright, tarnish-resistant finish
- Gold: real 14K (585°) gold, 0.06 g — heat-bonded plate, not flash plating
- Stones: 2 cubic zirconia, hand-set
- Secure friction-back posts, comfortable for all-day wear
- Hypoallergenic, nickel-free
- Backed by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects
Why it's special
Gold-bonded sits between plated and solid: significantly more durable than plating, far more affordable than solid 14K. The result is a piece that looks like fine gold jewelry, wears like fine gold jewelry, and doesn't ask for fine-gold-jewelry money.
Care
Treat it like fine gold. Avoid perfume, lotion, and chlorinated water, wipe with a soft microfiber cloth after wear, and store in the jewelry box it ships in to protect the bonded gold surface.
14K gold bonded to sterling silver
Real 14K gold heat-fused to a hallmarked 925 silver core — 10–20× thicker than the micron-thin gold wash used on costume jewelry.
Real gold
A real 14-karat gold layer, weighed and recorded for every piece — not a gold-coloured coating.
Thicker
Heat-fused under high pressure to a sterling silver core, so it won't flake or peel.
Daily wear
Lasts years through showers, workouts, and everyday life. Hypoallergenic silver underneath.
Why it outlasts costume jewelry
Gold-washed brass fades and marks the skin. Gold bonded to 925 silver keeps its colour, and the metal underneath is still silver.
14K Gold Bonded Stud Earrings | Emerald-Colour Knot | Sterling Silver
14K Gold Bonded Stud Earrings | Emerald-Colour Knot | Sterling Silver
SKU:983-1EGreen
Earring size & fit
How stone sizes look on the ear, which closures we use, and how to wear earrings comfortably all day.
Stone size on the ear
| Stone | Diameter | How it reads |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 Ct | ≈ 5.2 mm | Subtle everyday sparkle |
| 1.0 Ct | ≈ 6.5 mm | Noticeable — the classic stud size |
| 2.0 Ct | ≈ 8.2 mm | Statement, catches light across the room |
For hoops and huggies: 10–14 mm hugs the earlobe, 15–25 mm is a classic hoop, 30 mm+ is a statement. The diameter is listed on each product page.
Closure types
- Friction push back — the classic stud closure: slides on, holds firmly, easy on and off.
- Screw back — twists onto a threaded post; the most secure option, great for sleeping in or for valuable stones.
- Hinged huggie latch — clicks shut around the lobe; no separate back to lose.
- Lever / English back — for drop earrings: the lever locks behind the lobe and keeps the earring hanging straight.
Comfort & care
- Hypoallergenic by default. All our posts are 925 sterling silver, rhodium-plated and nickel-free — safe for sensitive ears.
- Weight matters. Under ~2 g per earring feels weightless all day; heavier drops are best for occasions.
- Keep the sparkle. Take earrings off before showering and sleeping, wipe with a soft cloth after wear.
Not sure which size suits you? Email info@oliviastarjewelry.com — a real person answers within one business day.
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Arrives —
Ships with UPS · Free over $75
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