Feather earrings with ring (steel 316L)

Is surgical steel a good material?

Surgical steel is a popular material for jewellery because it is durable and lasts a lifetime. The steel itself does not wear in use, but the coatings on it, such as gold plating (14K or 18K) or other metallic coatings, can wear over time. The amount of wear and tear is influenced by the way the jewellery is worn and the PH of the wearer's skin, which is individual.

The durability of gold plating and other coatings varies; they generally hold up well to wear, but are not as long-lasting as the surgical steel itself. In particular, copper coatings can wear more quickly than steel coatings. Surgical steel can also be safely used in the shower or sauna, which makes it more comfortable to use. However, to prevent wear and tear and to ensure the longevity of your jewellery, it is important to be aware of your own usage habits and skin characteristics.

LENGTH OF EARRINGS

The earring length table helps you to get an idea of the length of the earring in your ear. The length of the earring is measured from the top of the earring to the bottom of the earring. If the earring has a hook, the length is measured from the top of the hook.

The length of the neck of the wearer and the pattern of the haircut also have a big influence on the length of the earring.

WEIGHT OF EARRINGS

To make it easier to choose earrings, we have added weight ratings for earrings. The lightest earrings are really light as a feather and the heaviest earrings are party earrings that are only worn for an evening or a moment.

The materials that are definitely lightest are feather, wood and plastic. The heaviest are the ones with big glass stones and thick frames. Even big steel earrings are not necessarily heavy if the material is thin or hollow in the rings.

Classification: light <2g/each, normal 2-5g/each and heavy >5g/each