9CT GOLD PAVE CZ STAR CARTILAGE STUD
Christine Alexander Fine Jewellery
For as long as we’ve had eyes to see, we’ve been craning our necks skyward, looking to the stars for reassurance, guidance, and the vague hope that someone, somewhere, knows what on earth is going on. This 9ct Yellow Gold Cut-Out Star Helix Stud is my small, sparkly tribute to that ancient human habit.
Delicately crafted in solid 9ct Yellow Gold (proper Gold, stamped 375, no nonsense), this polished cut-out star motif is set with a single, twinkling Cubic Zirconia at its heart — because even symbols of cosmic hope deserve a bit of sparkle.
Designed specifically for helix and cartilage piercings, this is a single stud (because asymmetry is chic and you are not obliged to match). The screw-on 3mm bead keeps everything safely in place, meaning no lost jewellery, no midnight panic, no crawling on the carpet with a torch.
🌟 Symbolism, but Make It Jewellery
Stars have long been symbols of truth, spirit, hope, and guidance — lights shining defiantly in the darkness. Carl Jung even quoted the Mithraic saying:
“I am a star which goes with thee and shines out of the depths.”
Honestly, if that isn’t helix-piercing energy, I don’t know what is.
This five-pointed star also nods quietly to the pentagram, a powerful symbol of protection and balance, with each point representing one of the five elements. Earth, air, fire, water… and Gold cartilage jewellery, obviously.
💎 Cubic Zirconia: The Sensible Sparkle
Let’s gently unhand Diamonds, shall we? Cubic Zirconia offers the same eye-catching brilliance without the spiralling cost or existential guilt. It’s affordably flawless, beautifully bright, and proof that you don’t need to wait for “one day” jewellery. You can shine right now.
✨ The Technical (But Important) Bits
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Metal: Solid 9ct Yellow Gold
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Gold Purity Stamp: 375
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Stone: Cubic Zirconia
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Design: Cut-out star with single CZ
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Placement: Helix/cartilage
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Bar: 6 x 1mm
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Gauge: 18 gauge
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Fastening: Screw-on 3mm bead
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Finish: Polished gold
Please check that this earring will fit your desired placement, as pierced earrings are, for obvious icky reasons, non-returnable.
SHIPPING (Still Not Bezos)
Yes, darlings, I dispatch as soon as my little hands can package your treasure — but remember, I’m a boutique, not Bezos.
If I have your piece to hand, it will be dispatched the same day. Otherwise, it comes to me first from my trusted goldsmiths.
UK Shipping:
Expect your sparkles in 5–7 working days. Consider it an anticipation with benefits.
International Shipping:
Anywhere from 5–30 working days, depending on customs, your postal service, and whether the universe is feeling cooperative.
Customs Policy
Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost and are the buyer’s responsibility.
Please check with your local customs authority before purchasing if you are not in the UK.
ORDER CANCELLATION OR REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED DUE TO UNPAID CUSTOM DUTIES BY THE BUYER.