Body Jewelry Metals – Silver / Sterling Silver
This article is from the Piercing FAQ, by Anne Greenblatt with numerous contributions by others. 2A.1 Silver / Sterling Silver Sterling silver is 92.5% silver alloyed with copper or some other metal. Sterling silver jewelry is usually marked “925.” While silver and sterling silver jewelry can often be safely worn in healed piercings, neither should [...]
Body Jewelry Metals – Stainless Steel
316L / 316LVM stainless steel is comprised of several metals including
nickel, to which some people are sensitive. However, the specific
composition of 316L / 316LVM allows for very little exposure to the
nickel molecules, thus reducing the risk of sensitivity.
Body Jewelry Metals – Platinum
Platinum and metals in the platinum group such as palladium are
completely inert, making them excellent choices for body
jewelry.