Surgery steel 316L

Surgical steel is the most common material for piercing jewellery and a very popular material for other jewellery that comes into contact with the skin.

There are different types of steel alloys, but 316L steel is the highest quality choice for jewellery applications. The alloy is commonly known as surgical steel. Surgical steel is a very strong and acid-resistant material that will not darken or wear in use. Surgical steel is three times harder than silver, which is a significant advantage for thin and small jewellery.

Contrary to popular belief, stainless steel alloys contain nickel, but due to the chromium and molybdenum contained in 316L, it almost never causes allergic reactions. 316L steel meets the 0,5µg/㎡/week.

Our range of surgical steel is available in black plated or gold plated and rose gold plated. The strong gold plating on surgical steel lasts well with use, but will fade over the years depending on the use of the jewellery and the skin's own PH.