Are gold earrings always stamped?

No. In Britain, gold items under 1 gram are exempt from hallmarking, so many small gold earrings carry no mark at all. Larger pairs usually carry a standard stamp such as 9KT, 18KT, 375 or 750, or a full hallmark. A jeweller can test an unmarked pair.

Are gold earrings good for sensitive ears?

Higher gold standards such as 18KT are usually well tolerated because they contain less of the other metals. Some white gold alloys contain nickel, which can cause reactions. Clip earrings avoid the issue entirely, since nothing passes through the ear.

Can you wear gold earrings in the shower?

Solid gold will not rust or tarnish from water, but soap and shampoo leave a film that dulls the surface, and stones can loosen over time. It is better to take earrings out to wash, especially pairs set with pearls or other soft stones.

How do you clean gold earrings?

Soak them briefly in warm water with a drop of mild washing-up liquid, brush gently with a soft toothbrush, rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid this for pairs set with pearls, opals or turquoise; wipe those with a damp cloth.

Antique & Vintage Gold Earrings

Antique gold earrings and vintage gold earrings in 9KT, 14KT, 18KT and higher: Victorian gold pendant drops and Etruscan revival earrings, gem-set studs, the textured gold hoops and clip-on earrings of the 1960s and 1970s, and signed designs by Bulgari. Gold earrings of this age have a colour and a hand finish that modern pieces cannot match. Fittings for pierced and unpierced ears are shown on each pair. See all antique earrings or our antique gold necklaces.

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