Z Piercing Glossary

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

Accessories are different types of attachments to body piercing stems, such as threaded and captive balls, spikes, jewels and other shapes and designs. They are normally used to replace balls and to customize piercing jewellery with different colours and designs.

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Navel Banabells are curved and in this form they are used mainly for navel and eyebrow piercings.

Zircon is a mineral belonging to the group of nesosilicates. Its chemical name is zirconium silicate. Zircon is a remarkable mineral, if only for its almost ubiquitous presence in the crust of Earth. It is found in igneous rocks (as primary crystallization products), in metamorphic rocks and in sedimentary rocks (as detrital grains).

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Barbells are straight pieces of jewellery with a threaded ball on either end. Along with Ball Closure Rings (BCRs), Barbells are the most versatile pieces of body jewellery in this industry.

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

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Ball Closure Rings (BCRs) are also known as Captive Bead Rings.

The ball of a BCR is held in place by the tension of the ring; there is a dimple on either side of the ball for the ring to clip into.

To remove the ball you must push it out of the ring; it does not unscrew. To fit the ball back in, line one dimple on the ball up with one side of the ring. Hold the ring firmly and push so that the other dimple clips into place. If the ring is too tight to clip your ball into, Ring Opening Pliers can be used to make this process easier.

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

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Body Spiral Jewellery is shaped in a spiral and is mainly used for navel and ear piercings.

The balls at the end can be removed, allowing you to add on many different accessories.

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

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The Circular Barbell is a variation of the straight barbell. With a threaded ball on each end, the Circular Barbell is bent fully into the shape of a horseshoe.

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

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A Labret Stud is a piece of jewellery designed like a barbell with a flat base and one removable ball.

Labret studs can be used for labret, lip or ear piercings alike.

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

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A Nostril Stud is a piece of jewellery worn in a nosepiercing, anywhere on the surface of the nose. There are different designs of nostril studs, which include 'hook' studs, straight micro studs and nose rings.

A hole is pierced through the skin and cartilage of the nostril. A nose stud or ring is inserted through the hole.

Zircon Gold comprises of a PVD coating on G23 Surgical Titanium. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) has become widely used to deposit wear resistant, thin film coatings onto medical devices (including heart pacemakers, surgical instruments, and orthopaedic implants). The main value in PVD technology rests in the ability to modify the surface properties of a device without changing the underlying material's properties and biochemical functionality.

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