Gold Star Cluster Stud

The gold star cartilage earring adds a warm little constellation to your ear: three star-cut clear crystals, prong-set in a polished gold row about 8 mm long, angled on a diagonal that follows the curve of the ear. It catches the light without crowding a stack — lovely in a healed conch piercing, and just as striking as a star helix earring, on a flat or on a lobe.

The gold is a gold PVD finish on ASTM F136 titanium (G23): a thin, hard layer bonded to implant-grade, nickel-free titanium, never plated brass. You get the glow of gold on a metal that stays gentle on healed skin, with a finish made for everyday wear. Prefer a cooler, more minimal look? See the titanium star cluster stud.

It sits on a flat back labret: the disc lies smoothly behind the ear, and the internally threaded top screws snugly into the post. Against the warm gold, the three clear stars look even brighter.

How to wear it in a stack

Three stars on a slant naturally draw the eye upwards, so this stud shines as the high point of your ear. A few ideas:

• Upper helix: a star helix piercing that sparkles right at the top of the ear.
• Conch or flat: a soft line of light in the open space of the ear.
• Tragus: a small star tragus earring that frames the face; balance it with a leafy marquise climber higher up.

Our curated ear guide shows how to space your pieces.

Choosing your post length

It is 16G (1.2 mm), with posts of 6, 8 or 10 mm: 6 mm for a close fit on a helix, flat or tragus, 8 mm for most piercings, 10 mm for a deep conch or a fuller lobe. If in doubt, ask your piercer to measure.

Frequently asked questions about the gold star stud

• Is it for a healed piercing? Yes, it is at its best on a healed piercing. Gold PVD titanium is nickel-free, but the first jewellery in a brand-new piercing should be fitted by your piercer.
• Will the gold finish fade? PVD bonds the gold tone to the titanium as a hard, durable layer. Keep it away from harsh chemicals and abrasive cloths and it keeps its glow.
• Can I mix it with silver-tone pieces? Yes — a single gold star cluster looks fresh next to polished titanium studs, especially when it sits highest.