9CT GOLD LEAF CARTILAGE STUD WITH GREEN CUBIC ZIRCONIA

Nature is having a moment, and frankly, she's earned it. From botanical prints to leafy interiors, we're all apparently one fern away from moving into a greenhouse. So why not bring a little of that natural magic to your jewellery collection?

My 9ct Yellow Gold Leaf Helix Cartilage Screw Stud combines a delicate leaf-inspired design with a gorgeous emerald green Cubic Zirconia stone. It's petite, elegant and just a little bit enchanting — like something a woodland fairy might wear if she had excellent taste and a sensible jewellery budget.

Crafted from solid 9ct Yellow Gold, this pretty cartilage stud features a leafy silhouette set with a rich green Cubic Zirconia. The green stone brings a lovely pop of colour against the warm Gold, creating a fresh, botanical look that feels both timeless and thoroughly current.

And let's talk about that leaf design. Leaves have carried symbolic meaning across cultures for centuries, representing life, growth, hope, renewal and rebirth. In Chinese symbolism, leaves can also represent happiness. So, essentially, this little piece is a tiny golden bundle of good intentions — with considerably less watering required than an actual plant.

Botanical jewellery is having its moment, and this is a wonderfully subtle way to embrace the trend without looking as though you've been attacked by a garden centre.

Solid Gold, Darling — Not Gold-Plated Pretendery

This stud is made from real, solid 9ct Yellow Gold, not Gold-plated base metal or Gold-filled material. The 9ct Gold fineness is 37.5% pure Gold, identified by the traditional 375 fineness mark.

Gold jewellery is a lovely investment in wearable style, and this petite piece offers the warmth and enduring appeal of real Gold in a delicate design that's easy to mix and match with your other favourite jewellery.

Under UK hallmarking rules, 9ct Gold items weighing less than 1 gram are exempt from compulsory hallmarking. This piece weighs approximately 0.23 grams and carries a 375 stamp, as described by the supplier.

Cubic Zirconia: A Little Sparkle Without the Diamond-Sized Bill

Let's break free from our Diamond fixation, shall we? Diamonds are lovely, of course, but they aren't the only stones capable of making us stop mid-scroll.

The emerald green Cubic Zirconia gives this leaf stud its striking colour and sparkle, offering an affordable alternative for anyone who loves the look of fine gemstone jewellery without the hefty price tag.

Please note that the centre stone is Cubic Zirconia, not a natural Emerald. You still get that beautiful green gemstone-inspired look, just without needing to remortgage the house or explain a suspiciously large jewellery purchase to your bank manager.

Product Details

• Metal: Solid 9ct Yellow Gold

• Gold fineness: 9ct Gold, 375 stamp

• Design: Delicate leaf or botanical motif

• Stone: Emerald green Cubic Zirconia

• Overall size: Approximately 6 × 3mm

• Bar length: 6mm

• Bar diameter: 1mm / 18 gauge

• Screw-back ball size: 3mm diameter

• Weight: Approximately 0.23g

• Style: Helix and cartilage screw stud

• Packaging: Elegant, fully recycled gift box

Please check all measurements carefully before ordering. Cartilage piercings vary, and a bar length or fitting that works beautifully for one person may not suit another.

Cartilage Piercing Advice — Your Ears Will Thank You

Cartilage jewellery is not here to mess about. Designed for placements such as the helix, rook, tragus and other suitable cartilage piercings, these little pieces need to fit properly: secure enough to stay put, comfortable enough to wear, and never forced into a piercing where they don't belong.

Please check the measurements before buying. Cartilage is less forgiving than a standard earlobe and has an annoyingly good memory for poor decisions.

It's also important to wait until your piercing is fully healed before introducing new jewellery. Even precious metals are alloys, and freshly pierced cartilage can be sensitive. Give it time to settle, and ask a professional piercer if you're unsure whether this style or bar length is suitable for your piercing.

Hygiene and Returns

Because this jewellery is intended for pierced cartilage, cartilage earrings and studs are non-returnable for hygiene reasons, unless faulty or not as described, in accordance with applicable consumer law. I'm not being difficult, darlings; I'm being clean.

A Lovely Little Gift

Your stud arrives in an elegant, fully recycled gift box, making it a thoughtful choice for birthdays, celebrations, or simply treating someone who appreciates delicate Gold jewellery with a botanical twist.

It's also a lovely choice for anyone building an ear stack: petite enough to complement other pieces, but with enough colour and character to hold its own.

A little leaf, a little emerald-green sparkle, and a whole lot of golden charm. What's not to love?

SHIPPING: The Glamorous World of Parcel Patience 📦

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, but the vast majority comes to me first from my wondrous silver and goldsmiths on order.

UK Shipping

Expect your sparkles in 5–7 working days. Think of it as foreplay for the soul.

International Shipping

Anywhere from 5 to 30 working days, depending on customs, the mood of your postal service, and whether Mercury is in retrograde.

Customs Policy

Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or the shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Please check with your local customs authority to determine these additional costs before ordering if you are not in the UK. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick up the item.

If you are in the USA, please drop me a message before ordering.

ORDER CANCELLATION OR REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED DUE TO UNPAID CUSTOMS DUTIES BY THE BUYER.