Are these solid 14k gold or gold plated?

They are 14k yellow gold, per the product specs, not plated or gold-filled. The gold color is the metal itself, so it won't flake or rub off.

The diameter is 0.8 inches, roughly the size of a dime. They sit close to the earlobe rather than hanging below it.

Do they need separate earring backs?

No. They use a click-top closure, a hinged post that snaps into a notch on the back of the hoop. Nothing separate to lose.

Can I wear them every day, including in the shower?

14k gold tolerates water, but soap and shampoo collect in the rope-link grooves and dull the shine. Rinse and dry them, or take them off before showering.

Are they a good gift?

Yes for someone who likes small, classic gold hoops. The 0.8-inch size is modest, so check whether the recipient prefers statement hoops before buying.

Where can I buy the Bloomingdale's Rope Link Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Bloomingdale's, Editorialist.

Bloomingdale's Rope Link Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow

Last price we saw

$741.00at Bloomingdale's, last seen Nov 6

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Our take on the Bloomingdale's Rope Link Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow

These are small 14k yellow gold hoop earrings from Bloomingdale's Fine Collection, made in the USA. The rope-link texture gives them a twisted, light-catching surface that reads dressier than a plain polished hoop. At 0.8 inches in diameter, they sit close to the earlobe and suit everyday wear. They close with a click-top (hinged post) closure, so there are no separate backs to lose.

Best forShoppers who want solid 14k gold, not plated or gold-filledSmall-hoop wearers who prefer a close-to-the-ear fitEveryday wear that still looks polished at the officeA gift for an adult woman who likes classic gold jewelry

Pros

Solid 14k yellow gold, so the color won't wear off like plating
Rope-link texture adds shine and hides small scratches
0.8 in diameter is light and unobtrusive for daily wear
Click-top closure is secure and needs no loose backs
Made in the USA

Cons

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Bloomingdale's Rope Link Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow price history

Lowest price we've seen: $741.00 on Nov 6 at Bloomingdale's. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 6.

Specifications

Material: 14k yellow gold
Metal Type: Gold
Gold Karatage: 14k
Metal Color: Yellow Gold
Jewelry Type: Earrings
Style: Classic
Jewelry Subtype: Hoop

Questions and answers

Are these solid 14k gold or gold plated?: They are 14k yellow gold, per the product specs, not plated or gold-filled. The gold color is the metal itself, so it won't flake or rub off.
How big are they?: The diameter is 0.8 inches, roughly the size of a dime. They sit close to the earlobe rather than hanging below it.
Do they need separate earring backs?: No. They use a click-top closure, a hinged post that snaps into a notch on the back of the hoop. Nothing separate to lose.
Can I wear them every day, including in the shower?: 14k gold tolerates water, but soap and shampoo collect in the rope-link grooves and dull the shine. Rinse and dry them, or take them off before showering.
Are they a good gift?: Yes for someone who likes small, classic gold hoops. The 0.8-inch size is modest, so check whether the recipient prefers statement hoops before buying.
Where can I buy the Bloomingdale's Rope Link Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Bloomingdale's, Editorialist.