10K Polished Mini Hinged Huggie Earrings, 9mm

Yes — every Rudix hoop is genuine 10K gold (41.7% pure gold). Not gold-plated brass, not gold-filled. Each pair is stamped with its karat (10K / 417) and ships with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The closure is listed in the specifications on this page. Across our gold hoops you'll find:

• Endless: a fine wire end slips through the piercing and tucks into the tube, so the hoop reads as one continuous circle. Light and low-profile — the classic sleeper.
• Hinged: a hinged section swings open and snaps shut into the hoop. Secure, easy to put on, and the closure used on our tube hoops and huggies.
• Click-Top: a hinged top that clicks firmly into place.
• Latch-Back: a post that passes through the ear and latches into a catch at the back.

Every closure is checked to open and lock cleanly before your pair ships.

Hoops are measured by diameter (across the circle) and tube width (how thick the gold is). Both are listed in the specifications for each size.

• Huggies (about 9–14 mm): hug the lobe closely — subtle, everyday, great for second piercings.
• Small–medium hoops (about 15–25 mm): the everyday sweet spot.
• Large hoops (30 mm and up): a bolder statement.

Tip: measure a pair you already wear and love — that's your size. Size names (Small / Medium / Large, or a supplier size such as 15mm) are a guide; the listed diameter is the real measurement.

Round tube hoops have a smooth, rounded profile with a high-polish finish. Square tube hoops have crisp flat sides that catch the light along the edges. Diamond-cut hoops are faceted with a cutting tool (no stones) so the gold sparkles as you move. The profile is listed in the specifications for each style.

Our two-tone reversible huggies show one colour of gold on the outer face and white gold on the other. Open the hinge, turn the hoop around, and close it again to switch which metal faces out — two looks in one pair.

Sleeper and huggie styles are made to sit close and comfortably, and they're fine for everyday wear. To keep the finish and closures at their best we recommend taking them off for swimming, showering, exercise, and sleep, and putting on lotions, perfume, and hairspray before your earrings.

For most people, yes. Solid karat gold is far gentler than plated or base-metal earrings. One honest note: 10K gold is an alloy, so it contains other metals; if you have a known nickel allergy or very reactive ears, contact us before you buy and we'll talk through options.

Genuine karat gold doesn't corrode or turn skin green. White gold gets its bright finish from rhodium plating, which gradually wears over 1–3 years and can be refreshed professionally. Rose gold can deepen slightly in tone with wear. Any fine gold softens from mirror-bright to a gentle glow with micro-scratches — a professional clean and polish restores it.

Yes — unless a listing says otherwise, every price is for a complete pair of hoops. Listed metal weights are approximate, because each piece is finished individually; your Certificate of Authenticity records your pair's details.

This style is marked Order to receive. We order your hoops in from our supplier, quality-check them, and typically have them ready to ship (or hold for Hamilton pickup) in about 4 business days. See Fulfillment Information on this page for timing details.

Unworn hoops in original condition, with all included components (jewelry box, Certificate of Authenticity, polishing cloth, care card), can be returned or exchanged within 30 days of delivery. For hygiene reasons, earrings that have been worn can't be returned. Custom, engraved, or final-sale pieces are non-returnable. See our Return Policy.