Original Personalized Ear Cuff in 18k white gold wire

Original Personalized Ear Cuff in 18k white gold wire, worn on the ear

Close-up of the 18k white gold wire on the Original Personalized Ear Cuff

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Original Personalized Ear Cuff

Name: Original Personalized Ear Cuff - White 18k gold
Brand: Atelier Paulin
SKU: SKU737-S11-M25
Price: 540.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

White 18k gold

540.00 €

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18K white gold

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Delivery in 2 to 5 days

Gold shine guaranteed for life

Hand-shaped in Paris

Details

18k white gold wire.

Wire thickness 0.8 mm.

The "J" at the beginning of a word is always capitalized.
Each piece of jewelry is hallmarked and certified.
French craftsmanship.

MATERIAL - 18k white gold

18k white gold, also known as 18-karat gold, is a solid gold wire composed of 75% pure gold. It is also called "the gold of French tradition." Each piece of jewelry is hallmarked, certified, and crafted by a master jeweler of the Maison.

CARE

18k white gold naturally retains its shine. Gentle cleaning with lukewarm water and neutral soap is all that is needed to maintain your jewelry. Dry it thoroughly with a clean, dry cloth.
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DELIVERIES AND RETURNS

Delivery :
Our artisans craft 750 gold jewellery within 2 to 5 business days.

After a quality check, your order is prepared for shipping.
Delivery takes 24 to 72 hours depending on the carrier selected.

Returns :
Personalised jewellery is made especially for you: it cannot be returned, exchanged or refunded.

Description

A custom earring with a modern and determined look. The 18k gold wire is finely crafted by the artisans of the Maison so that the ear cuff fits your ear with the chosen customization.

Sold individually.

Original Personalized Ear Cuff - White 18k gold

540.00 €

The Excellence of Hand-Shaping

Far more than a superficial engraving, each creation is a precious wire sculpture born from expert craftsmanship. Thanks to the rigorous work-hardening of the metal, our jewelry possesses shape memory and "Life-proof" resilience to accompany you every day.

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The Promise of our Concierge Service

Because your emotions are eternal, we guarantee the longevity of your pieces.

Our Jewelry Care Service ensures the repair or refurbishment of your jewelry in less than a week, reflecting our commitment to heritage and transmission.

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The Original Personalized Ear Cuff transforms your personal word into stunning 18k white gold jewelry, handcrafted by our Parisian artisans.

This distinctive ear cuff showcases Atelier Paulin's signature wire hand-shaping technique, where precious 18k white gold is delicately shaped by hand to create your chosen personalization. Unlike traditional jewelry that relies on engraving, our artisans sculpt each letter directly into the white gold wire, creating a three-dimensional piece that elegantly curves along your ear. The 18k solid gold construction ensures lasting brilliance and durability, while the personalized design makes this a truly unique expression of your style.

Perfect for gifting occasions like Mother's Day, birthdays, or Christmas, this personalized ear cuff accommodates up to 5 letters of your choice - whether it's initials, a name, or a meaningful word. Sold individually for versatile styling, each piece is handcrafted in our Paris atelier with meticulous attention to detail. Manufacturing takes 2 to 5 business days for 18k gold pieces, followed by DHL Express delivery worldwide within 48-72 hours, with duties prepaid for a seamless gifting experience. This sophisticated personalized jewelry represents the perfect fusion of contemporary design and traditional French craftsmanship, making it an ideal gift for women who appreciate artisan-made luxury.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What material is the Original Personalized Ear Cuff made from and how durable is it?

This ear cuff is handcrafted from 18k white gold (750/1000), making it exceptionally durable and tarnish-resistant. Our Parisian artisans hand-shape the precious wire using traditional techniques, creating a piece that's work-hardened for life-proof resilience.

How many letters can be personalized on this ear cuff and what can I have written?

You can personalize this ear cuff with up to 5 letters maximum. Our artisans in Paris will hand-shape your chosen word, name, or initials directly into the 18k white gold wire - no engraving, just pure wire artistry that creates a unique 3D effect.

Is this ear cuff adjustable and how does it fit?

Yes, this 18k white gold ear cuff is designed to be gently adjustable to fit most ear shapes comfortably. The hand-shaped wire construction allows for subtle customization of the fit, and our Parisian artisans craft each piece to naturally follow the ear's contours for secure, comfortable wear.

Is this a good gift for special occasions like birthdays or Christmas?

Absolutely! This personalized ear cuff makes an exceptional gift for birthdays, Christmas, Mother's Day, or Father's Day. With 18k white gold and up to 5 personalized letters, you can create a meaningful gift with initials, a name, or special word - handcrafted in our Paris atelier and shipped worldwide via DHL Express in 48-72h after a 2-5 business day creation time.

How is the handcrafted nature of Atelier Paulin jewelry guaranteed ?

Our commitment is rooted in the excellence of French craftsmanship. Each Atelier Paulin piece is entirely hand-crafted in our ateliers, without molds or duplication. This rare savoir-faire of working with wire gives every jewel its unique and authentic character, a true signature of the Maison, found nowhere else.

What is the philosophy behind an Atelier Paulin jewel?

Our mission is to give form to connection. Each jewel, whether personalized or from our collections, is a bearer of meaning, created to express, unite, and pass on what truly matters. We design pieces that become luminous witnesses to your family, love, or friendship stories, meant to be cherished and handed down through time.

What exactly is a hand-shaped ear cuff?

An Atelier Paulin ear cuff is born from a single strand of precious metal wire, in one continuous piece. This wire is hand-shaped, formed with pliers by an artisan in our Parisian atelier, then cold work-hardened across the entire piece: this metalworking process gives it shape memory and resilience. No surface is worked afterward — the jewelry takes its form directly from the wire itself. This gesture, inherited from the Original bracelet that gave birth to the atelier, is found throughout every Maison creation. Since 2014, Atelier Paulin has hand-shaped each piece in Paris, ensuring continuity between the raw material and the final form.

What materials is this ear cuff available in?

Atelier Paulin works with three materials: sterling silver (925), 14k gold-filled (585/1000), and 18k gold (750/1000). Gold-filled is available in yellow and rose only, while 18k gold comes in yellow, rose, and white. To see exactly which materials are available for this specific ear cuff design, please check the options on the product page, or reach out to the atelier's customer service team, who can confirm exact availability for you.

What exactly is 14k gold-filled?

14k gold-filled, known in French as "or laminé 585/1000," is a solid layer of 585-fineness gold bonded to a brass or bronze base through heat and pressure. It contains 50 to 100 times more gold than traditional gold plating, giving it the same properties as solid 14k gold wire. This gold density is what explains its long-lasting shine and water resistance. The Maison offers it in yellow and rose gold.

What is sterling silver (925), and is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Sterling silver is an alloy containing 92.5% pure silver combined with 7.5% other metals, with a minimum fineness of 925. Its bright, luminous white tone makes it a beloved material. It's hypoallergenic and antibacterial, making it especially well-suited for sensitive skin. It's considered a "living" metal: on contact with air or moisture, a thin, natural, reversible layer of oxidation may appear over time — this never affects the quality of the piece.

How does 18k gold differ from gold-filled?

18k gold (750/1000) is solid gold wire composed of 75% pure gold, sometimes referred to as "the gold of French tradition." Every piece hand-shaped in this material is hallmarked, certified, and crafted by one of the Maison's jewelry artisans. Unlike gold-filled, which is a layer of gold bonded to a metal base, 18k gold is solid all the way through. It's available in yellow, rose, and white, whereas gold-filled comes only in yellow and rose. Both materials share the same commitment to hand-shaping, done entirely in Paris.

How do I care for a sterling silver ear cuff?

Sterling silver is a living metal: on contact with air, moisture, or chemical products, a thin layer of oxidation may naturally appear. This is reversible and never affects the quality of the piece. To care for it, simply clean with lukewarm soapy water and dry with a soft cloth. Unlike gold-filled, it's best to avoid wearing sterling silver in the pool, shower, or during sports, to preserve its shine over time. Storing it away from moisture between wears also helps limit natural oxidation.

Can I wear a gold-filled ear cuff in the pool or shower?

Yes. Gold-filled is water-resistant: shower, pool, and beach are all fine, unlike traditional gold plating, which wears down faster with repeated water exposure. No special care is needed — a soft cloth every now and then keeps it shining, and its finish is guaranteed for life on this material. The only precaution concerns intense physical activity or repeated handling, best avoided to preserve the delicate form of our hand-shaped wire creations. Its lifespan is measured in decades.

Does 18k gold require special care?

No, 18k gold (750/1000) requires no special care. Cleaning with lukewarm water and mild soap, followed by drying with a soft cloth, is enough to keep its shine. This ease of care comes from the nature of solid gold wire itself, composed of 75% pure gold, which holds up well over time and daily wear. Every piece hand-shaped in this material is also hallmarked and certified by one of the Maison's jewelry artisans, a guarantee of the gold's quality.

How long does it take to hand-shape this ear cuff?

The crafting time — the time spent in the atelier before shipping — varies by material: 1 to 3 business days for sterling silver and gold-filled, 2 to 5 business days for 18k gold. This timeline covers atelier work only, excluding shipping. Delivery to your door then takes an additional 2 to 5 days, shipping included. Every piece is hand-shaped in Paris, where the atelier has worked since 2014.

What's the delivery time once the jewelry is hand-shaped?

Once hand-shaping is complete at the atelier, your piece is delivered to your door within 2 to 5 days, shipping included. This delivery time is separate from the crafting time, which covers the work done in the atelier before shipping. The two combine to give you the total time between placing your order and receiving your jewelry. Customers located in Paris have two additional options to shorten this timeline, detailed in another question in this FAQ.

Can I pick up my ear cuff faster if I'm in Paris?

Yes, the Maison offers two options exclusive to its Paris boutique. The first is to have your piece hand-shaped directly at the atelier, in about thirty minutes. The second is same-day courier delivery. Both options, reserved for customers in the Paris region, offer an alternative to standard crafting and delivery timelines. It's a differentiator few artisan ateliers can offer, made possible by the fact that every piece has been hand-shaped on-site in Paris since 2014.

What is the laser micro-welding mentioned on Atelier Paulin jewelry?

Laser micro-welding is a reinforcement technique applied at the jewelry's tension points. The hand-shaped precious wire is micro-welded at these strategic spots, strengthening its durability over time without altering the fine lines achieved by hand with pliers. This step complements the work-hardening process, done cold across the entire piece once hand-shaping is complete. Together, these two techniques give the jewelry its resilience while preserving the lightness unique to wire shaped from a single continuous strand.

What is work-hardening, and why does this step matter?

Work-hardening is a cold metalworking process applied to the entire piece once hand-shaping is complete — never letter by letter or section by section. This process gives the precious wire its shape memory and resilience, what the Maison calls a "life-proof" hold. It's an essential part of Atelier Paulin's craftsmanship, reinforcing the initial hand-shaping done with pliers. Combined with laser micro-welding at tension points, work-hardening ensures the jewelry keeps its shape through everyday wear.

How does hand-shaping differ from working on a flat surface?

At Atelier Paulin, form is born directly from the wire: a single strand of precious metal, in one continuous piece, is shaped by hand with pliers, then cold work-hardened to lock in its shape memory. This isn't a design carved into a flat surface — it's a line that gains volume as it's shaped. This approach gives the jewelry a relief and texture unique to wire work, distinct from a piece made starting from an already-finished metal sheet. This precise, entirely manual gesture has defined the atelier's craftsmanship since 2014.

Can I exchange or get a refund on an ear cuff if it isn't personalized?

A non-personalized piece of jewelry can be refunded or exchanged. If your ear cuff was hand-shaped as-is, without a word or initial added upon request, this option applies. However, if the piece was hand-shaped specifically with a chosen word, it cannot be exchanged or refunded, as it was made to order. For the exact terms that apply to your order, we recommend contacting the atelier's customer service team.

Can a piece personalized with a word be returned?

No, a piece hand-shaped to order with a word chosen by the customer cannot be exchanged or refunded. This is because the piece was made specifically for you, based on a choice unique to your order. Only non-personalized pieces can be exchanged or refunded. For any questions about your specific order, the atelier's customer service team is here to help and provide a precise answer.

Since when has Atelier Paulin been hand-shaping jewelry?

Atelier Paulin has been hand-shaping jewelry in Paris since 2014. The atelier was born around the Original Personalized bracelet, which has since become the Maison's iconic piece — the one that started it all. Since then, the same gesture has extended to every creation: a single continuous strand of precious wire, hand-shaped, formed with pliers, then cold work-hardened. This continuity of craftsmanship, upheld by the Maison's jewelry artisans, today shapes necklaces, rings, and ear cuffs alike.

Is the wire used to shape a piece made of several assembled parts?

No, every Atelier Paulin piece is born from a single strand of precious metal wire, in one continuous piece. This wire is hand-shaped by an atelier artisan, formed with pliers, then cold work-hardened across the entire piece to give it its shape memory. At tension points, laser micro-welding reinforces the jewelry's durability over time. This single-wire approach, rather than assembled parts, has been at the heart of the Maison's craftsmanship since its founding in Paris in 2014.

What's the warranty period on this ear cuff?

Atelier Paulin jewelry comes with a one-year warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty covers the piece as hand-shaped and delivered, under normal use conditions. The one exception in the Maison's collection: the shine of gold-filled, guaranteed for life thanks to its particular resistance to water and time. For an ear cuff, as with all pieces hand-shaped in Paris since 2014, this one-year period applies from the moment you receive your jewelry. If you have questions about a specific situation, we recommend reaching out to Atelier Paulin's customer service team, who can clarify the exact terms that apply to your piece.

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Original Personalized Ear Cuff

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MATERIAL - 18k white gold

CARE

DELIVERIES AND RETURNS

Description

Original Personalized Ear Cuff

Details

MATERIAL - 18k white gold

CARE

DELIVERIES AND RETURNS

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

About this piece

What material is the Original Personalized Ear Cuff made from and how durable is it?

How many letters can be personalized on this ear cuff and what can I have written?

Is this ear cuff adjustable and how does it fit?

Is this a good gift for special occasions like birthdays or Christmas?

How is the handcrafted nature of Atelier Paulin jewelry guaranteed ?

What is the philosophy behind an Atelier Paulin jewel?

Everything about our jewellery

What exactly is a hand-shaped ear cuff?

What materials is this ear cuff available in?

What exactly is 14k gold-filled?

What is sterling silver (925), and is it suitable for sensitive skin?

How does 18k gold differ from gold-filled?

How do I care for a sterling silver ear cuff?

Can I wear a gold-filled ear cuff in the pool or shower?

Does 18k gold require special care?

How long does it take to hand-shape this ear cuff?

What's the delivery time once the jewelry is hand-shaped?

Can I pick up my ear cuff faster if I'm in Paris?

What is the laser micro-welding mentioned on Atelier Paulin jewelry?

What is work-hardening, and why does this step matter?

How does hand-shaping differ from working on a flat surface?

Can I exchange or get a refund on an ear cuff if it isn't personalized?

Can a piece personalized with a word be returned?

Since when has Atelier Paulin been hand-shaping jewelry?

Is the wire used to shape a piece made of several assembled parts?

What's the warranty period on this ear cuff?