Gilded 1/10 CTW Lab-Grown Diamond Stud Earrings vs Round Four-Prong Lab-Grown Diamond Studs

Buy the Gilded 1/10 CTW studs for a low-key everyday pair in sterling silver, especially if you have sensitive ears or want a small, subtle look. Buy the 14K gold four-prong studs if you want a real gold setting, a wider size range up to 8 carats, and better-graded stones. The Gilded pair is smaller and silver-based; the gold pair is the step up in metal, stone quality and presence. Owners of small silver studs like the Gilded tend to praise comfort and everyday wear, while gold four-prong studs draw praise for sparkle and durability.

• Choose the Gilded studs if you want a small, hypoallergenic silver pair for daily wear or a first pair of lab-grown diamond earrings.
• Choose the 14K gold four-prong studs if you want a gold setting, a choice of carat sizes, and higher-graded stones.