PVD Plated 316L Surgical Steel | 14g | 38mm (1.5 Inches)
Metallic Black Wrapped Serpent Industrial Barbell
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A stunning classic, with the protective symbol of the snake wrapping around this lengthy industrial piercing. The piece is comprised of 100% 316L surgical steel with metallic black PVD plating. Intricately designed, the snake features beading that adds depth to its design.
- Each Sold Separately
- 14g
- 38mm Post
- 2 x 5mm Surgical Steel Removable Ball Ends
- Externally Threaded
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The Belly Ring Shop by TummyToys® | Established 2008
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Returns
Yes, we accept returns, even for change of mind. Our items are hygienically dispatched to you in heat sealed plastic sleeves. Please inspect your jewellery prior to opening the sealed sleeve. Due to hygiene reasons we can not accept returns for 'sizing' or 'change of mind' once the plastic sleeve has been tampered. All returns must be requested within 14 days of receipt.
Worldwide Delivery
FREE delivery applies world wide for orders over $75.
We offer express post options for urgent orders. All orders are typically fulfilled within 1-2 business days. We dispatch from a local Brisbane Metro facility with a fast reliable turn around. Read more about our delivery and return policies on our FAQ page.
Australian Delivery Options - Prices start from $4.99 economy post, $8.99 registered post for orders under $30, $7.99 for orders over $30 or free for orders over $75
- Standard Mail: 3-8 Business days
- Priority Post: 2-4 Business days (the queue jumper)
- Express Post: 1-2 Business Days (free express post for orders over $150)
New Zealand Delivery Options -
- Registered Mail: 5-10 Business days
- International Express: 2-5 Business days
US, UK and Rest of World-
- International Mail: 8-20 Business days (depending on location, typically around 8-12 business days)
- International Express Post: 3-8 Business Days
Body Jewellery Size Guide
Body jewellery is measured by both gauge (needle width/thickness) and post length, with different gauges and lengths being more suited to different types of piercings. The post length includes only the piercing post and not any balls or attachments.
Most piercings are performed using the standard sizes, however you can also request different gauges depending on the location and personal preference of the customer.
Below is a general guide of the standard sizing for various piercings, depending on an individuals anatomy there can be variations and it may be a case of trial and error to find your best fit. We recommend measuring a piece you're currently wearing to gain a rough idea prior to purchasing your new jewellery or ask your body piercer the size they used for the implant.
| Placement | Gauge | Post Length | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Navel |
14g (Standard) Can also shrink in width to a size 16g if piercing left to partially close and standard sizes don't fit. |
10mm (Standard) Can also vary from 6mm up to 19mm depending on piercing age and accuracy. Body weight is not usually a factor for piercing measurements. |
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Nipple | 14g (Standard) |
16mm (Standard) Can also vary from 6mm up to 19mm |
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Nostril | 18g, 20g |
6mm - 8mm Hoops 6mm - Studs / L-Bends |
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Septum | 14g, 16g | 8mm - 10mm |
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Helix | 18g, 19g, 20g | 6mm - 8mm |
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Conch | 16g, 18g |
12mm - 16mm Hoops 10 - 14mm Studs |
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Rook | 16g |
6mm Snug/comfortable Can also vary from 5mm up to 8mm |
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Daith | 16g |
8mm Can also vary up to 10mm |
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Tragus | 16g |
6mm Can also vary from 5mm up to 8mm |
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Industrial | 14g |
35mm Can also vary from 25mm up to 38mm |
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Dermal | 14g | Frontals vary between 4mm - 8mm |
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Eyebrow | 16g | 8mm |
How to establish your preferred length for body jewellery.
The listed length (inches" or millimetres as shown above) refers to the distance between the balls. It is the length of the piercing shaft in fractional inches/millimeters and not the length of the full body jewellery.
If you are unsure what size you are, measure a piece of body jewellery that currently fits you correctly and this will assist you in establishing the best size moving forward. You may need to adjust your preferred sizing up or down depending on whether or not the current fit is as snug as you would like or perhaps too tight.
Length Conversion (eg. 3/8" 10mm)
| Millimeters | Fractional Inches |
| 6mm | 1/4" |
| 8mm (short length) | 5/16" |
| 10mm (standard sizes) | 3/8" |
| 11mm (standard sizes) | 7/16" |
| 12mm | 1/2" |
| 14mm | 9/16" |
| 16mm | 5/8" |
| 19mm | 3/4" |
| 22mm | 7/8" |
| 25mm | 1" |
Gauge - width of the shaft (eg. 14g)
Body jewellery is measured by gauges. The higher the gauge the skinnier the piercing post becomes. For example a 12g post is far thicker than a 19g post.
Refer to the chart below for specific details.
| Gauge | Millimeter | Inches |
| 20g (standard septum) | 0.81mm | 1/32" |
| 18g (standard septum) | 1mm | 3/64" |
| 16g (standard septum) | 1.2mm | 3/64" |
| 14g (standard navel) | 1.6mm | 1/16" |
| 12g | 2mm | 5/64" |
| 10g | 2.4mm | 3/32" |
| 8g | 3.2mm | 1/8" |
| 6g | 4mm | 5/32" |
| 4g | 5mm | 3/16" |
| 2g | 6mm | 1/4" |
| 0g | 8mm | 5/16" |
| 00g | 9.5mm | 3/8" |
Ball Size Conversion Chart
Body jewellery balls are sold by the millimeter, and the threading (screw) needs to match the piercing posts gauge.
| Millimeters | Fractional Inches |
| 3 | 1/8 |
| 4 | 5/32 |
| 5 | 3/16 |
| 6 | 1/4 |
| 8 | 5/16 |
| 10 | 3/8 |
PVD plating is the preferred finish for plated body jewellery (rather than anodising) as it creates a durable, anti-corrosive, scratch resistant surface for a variety of metals, including stainless steel and titanium. Anodising is still suitable for body jewellery, however, with anodising, the jewellery is dipped in the plating finish rather than heat blasted and this tends to fade faster than PVD.
PVD produces a wide range of colours and finishes, including matte, shiny, and brushed in shades of gold, rose gold, black, rainbow, greens, blues, pinks, purples and many more.
Plated jewellery (unlike solid materials) will fade over time, especially when it is regularly exposed to water or chemicals like soaps, creams, sun lotion, tanning oils and cleaning products. Even your perspiration and the PH balance of your skin can affect the lifespan of plated body jewellery.
It's impossible to predict how long your PVD plated collection will last as this depends on many factors, including how often you wear it and the conditions you expose it to. Chlorine, salt water and pool chemicals can have an aging effect on your shiny plated jewels, for this reason we recommend replacing your plated body jewellery with surgical steel, solid titanium, 925 Sterling silver or solid gold when showering or swimming and saving your plated jewellery for other special occasions.
NOTE: Do NOT store your plated jewellery in the bathroom or anywhere humid, this will speed up the aging process. Keep plated jewellery dry and away from the elements.
