- Will these irritate sensitive ears?
- The base is 304 stainless steel, which many people with mild metal sensitivity tolerate well. The gold color comes from ion plating, so anyone allergic to gold plating or nickel should be cautious.
- How big are they?
- The ball is about 4mm in diameter, roughly the size of a small bead. The post is 15mm long with a 0.8mm pin, a standard thickness for pierced ears.
- Will the gold color wear off?
- Ion plating is more durable than simple electroplating, but it is still a coating over steel. Expect some fading over months of daily wear, especially with perfume, sweat and repeated cleaning.
- Can I wear them in the shower or to swim?
- The stainless steel core handles water well, but chlorine and salt water speed up wear on the gold plating. Rinsing and drying them after contact with water helps the finish last.
- Do they come with backs?
- Yes, the pair includes earring backs. Check that the backs are snug on the 0.8mm posts, since small ball studs can work loose.
- Are they real gold?
- No. They are stainless steel with a gold-colored ion plating, not solid gold or gold-filled.
- Where is the Ion Plating(IP) 304 Stainless Steel Stud Earrings, Ball Stud Earrings, with Earring Backs, Golden, 15x4mm, Pin: 0.8mm cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $7.89, as of our latest check.