Gold Nose Stud

The gold nose stud brings a warm glow to the nostril, with a slim curved post that follows the inside of the nose and a decorative top at the front. A gold-finish nose stud that looks like fine gold and stays kind to the skin, in a plain ball, a flat disc or a clear crystal. For a fresh piercing, start in plain titanium.

It's a PVD gold finish over an ASTM F136 titanium (grade 23) core — the warm colour of gold with a nickel-free, hypoallergenic base. Not solid gold, and never cheap plated brass that wears thin and can expose nickel. See how it compares with solid gold and plated steel.

Where a nose ring can move and snag, the curved screw post sits flush: it doesn't spin out, doesn't catch on a towel, and stays neatly in place under make-up or on the pillow.

Four tops, one nose stud

The same curved post comes with four fronts, so you can match your look without changing the piercing's fit:

• Prong-set crystal — a little sparkle raised on fine claws.
• Polished ball — the clean, classic nostril dot.
• Flat disc — minimal and flush to the skin.
• Bezel-set crystal — a clear crystal held low in a smooth rim.

Screw stud, L-shape or nose ring: which to choose

Prefer a hoop? See the gold nose ring, or our guide to types of jewellery.

Choosing your gauge and length

This nose stud is 0.8 mm (20G), the standard nostril gauge, with a 7 mm curved post and a 2 mm top. Keep to the gauge your piercer set. Not sure of your size? Our gauge and size guide explains it simply.

Frequently asked questions about the gold nose stud

• Is it solid gold? No — it's a PVD gold finish over a nickel-free G23 titanium core, for the gold colour with a hypoallergenic base.
• Can I wear it on a fresh piercing? Best on a healed nostril; start a new piercing in plain titanium, then switch to gold.
• What size is it? 20G (0.8 mm), 7 mm post, 2 mm top — standard nostril sizing.