Children's

The First Jewelry Pieces for a Young Lady or Gentleman

Whether or not to pierce a child’s ears is a personal decision. However, many girls—and some boys—receive their first pair of children’s gold earrings before starting school or during the early school years. Just like clothing and accessories, children’s gold earrings are designed with age-specific needs in mind, while still reflecting current trends and styles.

In the past, many cultures adorned young girls with gold earrings as powerful protective talismans. Today, children’s jewelry serves a decorative purpose, helps develop a sense of style, and allows young girls to feel beautiful and confident, just like adults. For boys, gold earrings can be a way to explore personal style, express individuality, follow admired role models, or simply stand out—often in a harmless and playful way.

How to Choose Gold Earrings for a Child 

Safety and Comfort

The most important criteria for children’s jewelry are safety and everyday comfort. Earrings should not cause pain or discomfort during wear. To ensure this, look for:

• compact size;
• lightweight construction that does not strain the earlobe;
• absence of sharp or protruding elements.

When choosing children’s gold earrings, it is also important to consider the reliability of the clasp, the shape of the jewelry, the type of stone setting, and the child’s personal preferences.

Stud Earrings (Posts)

Stud earrings are one of the most popular choices for children and offer many advantages. When worn after ear piercing, medical-style studs promote proper healing while preventing the piercing from closing too tightly. This makes it easy to replace them later with other children’s gold earrings.

Children’s gold stud earrings come in a wide variety of cute and playful designs, with or without gemstone accents. Medical screw-back studs are considered the best option for a child’s first pair of gold earrings, whether for a girl or a boy.

Classic Earrings and Hoop Earrings (Huggies / “Congo”)

Classic gold earrings are a great choice for young girls. These include designs with English or French clasps, featuring a small central decorative element or gemstone. The TANGO catalog also offers fantasy designs, such as children’s gold earrings shaped like cats or other charming motifs.

A universal option is small hoop earrings, often referred to as “Congo” earrings. Made from red, yellow, or white gold, these compact hoops are suitable for both boys and girls and are ideal for everyday wear.

Secure Clasps Matter

Children’s gold earrings should be protected against loss—not only because they are valuable, but also because a child may become emotionally attached to their first piece of jewelry.

Special attention should be paid to the clasp, as it ensures the security of the earrings. For stud earrings, screw-back fastenings are preferred over push-back clasps. Screw-back gold studs are extremely difficult to lose and are considered the most reliable option.

Classic children’s gold earrings may feature English or French clasps. French clasps are lighter and smaller, while English clasps provide stronger fixation. For hoop earrings, it is important to ensure that the clasp closes smoothly and securely and does not open on its own.

Gold Type and Gemstone Settings

When choosing earrings for a child, durability and skin compatibility are essential. The best choice is 585 (14K) gold, as it is strong, long-lasting, and rarely causes allergic reactions.

Gold earrings for children are available in red, white, and lemon gold tones. White gold pieces are typically coated with a thin layer of rhodium—a platinum-group metal—which gives them a bright, cool shine and minimizes the risk of allergies. The Tango online store also offers combined gold earrings, featuring two or three gold colors in one design.

Precious gemstones are rarely used in children’s earrings due to their high cost. Instead, cubic zirconia is most commonly used. These stones can come in various colors, although clear white stones are the most popular for younger children. For school-aged kids, the selection expands to include colored cubic zirconia and pearls. For special occasions, earrings with delicate pendants can be a lovely choice, helping a young girl feel truly elegant.

Buy Children’s Gold Earrings

Children’s gold earrings should be lightweight, simple in design, and free from large decorative or sharp elements. Earrings made from 585 gold are the most suitable, as softer alloys may deform easily.

Small gold stud earrings, neat classic designs, or simple styles with cubic zirconia look best on children. Boys often prefer minimalist designs without stones; while silver is a common choice, white gold also looks stylish and refined.

The TANGO website and branded jewelry stores offer models that are ideal as a child’s first gold earrings—perfect for everyday wear or special occasions. These earrings are designed to provide comfort while highlighting the natural sparkle of curious young eyes.

At Tango, you can buy simple children’s gold earrings at an affordable price, with a warranty and delivery available across Ukraine (except in areas where courier services are unavailable due to active hostilities). The catalog includes high-quality photos and detailed descriptions, and our consultants are always ready to answer any questions about our jewelry.