I was looking for a small pair of studs to wear in my 2nd holes. I tried a pair of screw backs from another store but the posts were so short I couldn't get the back on! These are terrific. I like that they are 14k gold and love the little lightning bolt. My kiddo's sports team is the Bolts so I think they'll be a regular fixture in my ears. They stay in well and I hardly notice they are there, especially when sleeping. Win!