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BodyJewelry.com is an established online body jewelry company. Our experience will insure your satisfaction of our items and service. Our head offices are located in Florida and now you have an opportunity to experience our catalog online. Our site is one of the largest websites in the body jewelry business. Here we bring you some of the best and some of the latest of our body jewelry collection.

We offer only the high quality merchandise, manufactured from of the finest materials available. Our selections include jewelry made from 316L Surgical Grade Stainless Steel, .925 Sterling Silver, Solid 14k Gold and Solid Titanium.

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What Gauge Is My Piercing Jewelry?

The "gauge" of your piercing is the thickness of the bar that goes through your piercing. In other words, it's the barbell's thickness. Note that the thicker the barbell, the lower the gauge size. In relation to body jewelry, the gauge is the thickness of the bar or the external diameter of the ear plug or tunnel.
Everyone's body is different, and sometimes piercers will use different lengths and gauges depending on your body or the type of body jewelry you want to wear. we cannot guarantee that the size on our chart is the size used for your specific piercing. These are the standard gauges and lengths used by professional piercers.
Their are 2 main body jewelry measuring systems: Gauge ("G" or "GA"), Millimeter ("MM") and Inch(")

Body Piercing Size Chart

Milimiter To Inch
6mm 1/4" Inch
8mm 5/16" Inch
10mm 3/8" Inch
12mm 1/2" Inch
15mm 5/8" Inch
16mm 5/8" Inch
18mm 3/4" Inch
20mm 13/16" Inch
22mm 7/8" Inch
25mm 1" Inch
32mm 1 1/4" Inch
38mm 1 1/4" Inch
Gauge to Inch
20G 5/128" Inch
18G 5/128" Inch
16G 3/64" Inch
14G 1/16" Inch
12G 5/64" Inch
10G 3/32" Inch
8G 1/8" Inch
6G 5/32" Inch
4G 3/16" Inch
2G 1/4" Inch
0G 5/16" Inch
00G 3/8" Inch
Gauges to Milimiter
20G 0.8mm
18G 1.0mm
16G 1.2mm
14G 1.6mm
12G 2.0mm
10G 2.4mm
8G 3.2mm
6G 4.0mm
4G 5.0mm
2G 6.0mm
0G 8.0mm
00G 10mm
acrylic gauge wheel measurement tool

What Is the Gauge for body jewelry or body piercing jewelry?

When referring to body jewelry or body piercing jewelry, the term "gauge" is used to indicate the thickness or diameter of the jewelry, specifically the part that goes through the piercing. Body jewelry gauge sizes are typically measured in a unit known as the American Wire Gauge (AWG) or simply as "gauge."

Bread Size With Real Example

02mm ball bread

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03mm ball bread

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04mm ball bread

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05mm ball bread

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06mm ball bread

06mm
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08mm ball bread

08mm
Bread Ball

10mm ball bread

10mm
Bread Ball

02mm ball bread

02mm
Spike Bread

03mm ball bread

03mm
Spike Bread

04mm ball bread

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Spike Bread

05mm ball bread

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Spike Bread

06mm ball bread

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Bread Size With Real Example

Labret Jewelry & Surface Barbell Piercing

Labret jewelry typically comes in various gauge sizes, with 16g (1.2mm) and 14g (1.6mm) being the most common options. The gauge size refers to the thickness of the jewelry shaft.

The shaft length of a labret is measured from the base (the flat back or disc) to the top (the decorative or removable end). Common shaft lengths range from 6mm (1/4 inch) to 12mm (1/2 inch . although shorter or longer options are available to accommodate different lip sizes and piercing depths .

Surface piercings often ranges from 16g (1.2mm) to 14g (1.6mm). The choice of gauge may depend on the location of the piercing and personal preference.

Bar length for surface piercings varies depending on the specific piercing and the area of the body. Common bar lengths range from 1/4 inch (6mm) to 1/2 inch (12mm). However, longer bars may be required for piercings with more significant tissue depth or for accommodating swelling during the healing process.

Horseshoe Circular Barbells Rings

Circular barbells (Horse shoe rings)come in various gauge sizes, but the most common options for standard piercings are 16g (1.2mm) and 14g (1.6mm). The choice of gauge size depends on the piercing location and personal preference.

Diameter: The diameter of a circular barbell is measured from the inner edge of one ball or end to the inner edge of the other ball or end. Common diameters for circular barbells vary widely depending on the piercing location. Here are some approximate standard measurements:

  • Septum Piercing: 8mm to 12mm (5/16 inch to 1/2 inch)
  • Lip Piercing (Labret): 8mm to 12mm (5/16 inch to 1/2 inch)
  • Eyebrow Piercing: 8mm to 12mm (5/16 inch to 1/2 inch)

Common ball sizes for circular barbells range from 3mm to 5mm in diameter.

CBR Captive Bead Rings Body Piercing Jewelry

Captive bead rings (CBRs) are popular body jewelry pieces used in various piercings, including earlobes, cartilage piercings, nose piercings, and more .

Here are the standard measurements for captive bead rings:

Gauge Size: Captive bead rings come in various gauge sizes, and the choice depends on the type of piercing. Common gauge sizes for CBRs range from 20g (0.8mm) to 00g (9.3mm) or larger for stretched piercings.

Diameter: The diameter of a captive bead ring is measured from the inner edge of one side of the ring to the inner edge of the other side. The most common diameters for captive bead rings are as follows:

Earlobe Piercing: 8mm (5/16 inch) to 12mm (1/2 inch)*Helix/*Cartilage Piercing: 6mm (1/4 inch) to 10mm (3/8 inch)

Nose Piercing: 6mm (1/4 inch) to 8mm (5/16 inch)

Bead or Ball Size: The size of the removable bead or captive ball can vary. Common bead sizes range from 2mm to 5mm in diameter. You can choose different bead sizes to achieve the desired look and style.

About Curved Barbells Piercings & Straight Barbells Piercings

Curved barbells also known as banana barbells, are versatile body jewelry pieces often used in eyebrow, navel, and some ear piercings. These jewelry items consist of a curved shaft with removable ends, which can be balls, gems, spikes, or other decorative elements. Here are the standard sizes for curved barbells:

Gauge Size: Curved barbells come in various gauge sizes to suit different piercings. Common gauge sizes for curved barbells include 16g (1.2mm) and 14g (1.6mm). However, larger and smaller gauges are also available for specific piercings and individual preferences.

Length: The length of a curved barbell is measured along the curve from one end to the other. The appropriate length depends on the specific piercing location. Standard lengths for curved barbells typically range from 8mm (5/16 inch) to 12mm (1/2 inch). Longer or shorter options are available for specialized piercings.

Ball or End Size: Curved barbells have removable ends that can be balls, gems, spikes, or other decorative elements. The size of these ends can vary. Common ball or end sizes for curved barbells range from 3mm to 5mm in diameter.The choice of end size can impact the overall appearance and comfort of the jewelry

Straight barbells, also known as barbell studs or barbell piercings, are commonly used in various piercings, including tongue, industrial, nipple, and some ear piercings. These jewelry pieces consist of a straight bar with removable ends, which can be balls, spikes, gems, or other decorative elements. Here are the standard sizes for straight barbells:

Gauge Size: Straight barbells come in various gauge sizes to suit different piercings. Common gauge sizes for straight barbells include 14g (1.6mm) and 16g (1.2mm) for most standard piercings. Larger or smaller gauges are also available for specialized piercings.

Length: The length of a straight barbell is measured from one end to the other. The appropriate length depends on the specific piercing location. Standard lengths for straight barbells typically range from 6mm (1/4 inch) to 16mm (5/8 inch) for most piercings. Longer or shorter options are available for specialized piercings or individual preferences.

Ball or End Size: Straight barbells have removable ends that can be balls, spikes, gems, or other decorative elements. The size of these ends can vary. Common ball or end sizes for straight barbells range from 3mm to 6mm in diameter. The choice of end size can impact the overall appearance and comfort of the jewelry.

The most common gauges for body jewelry include

20 Gauge (0.8mm) This is the thinnest and is often used for delicate piercings such as nostril, earlobe, and eyebrow piercings.
18 Gauge (1.0mm) Slightly thicker than 20 gauge, it's also used for nostril and earlobe piercings but offers more durability.
16 Gauge (1.2mm) Common for a variety of piercings, including lip, cartilage, and some ear and nose piercings.
14 Gauge (1.6mm) A thicker option suitable for tongue, nipple, and certain ear and genital piercings.
12 Gauge (2.0mm) Used for piercings like nipple and some genital piercings.
10 Gauge (2.4mm) and Below Typically reserved for more specialized and larger piercings

It's essential to know the gauge of your jewelry to ensure that it fits your piercing correctly. Using the wrong gauge can cause discomfort or complications. If you're unsure about the appropriate gauge for your body jewelry, consult with a professional piercer, as they can provide guidance based on your specific piercing and anatomy.

Ear Gauge to MM Conversion Table

Gauge Millimeters(mm) Inches
18g 1.0 mm 5/128"
16g 1.2 mm 3/64"
14g 1.6 mm 1/16"
12g 2 mm 5/64"
10g 2.4 mm 3/32"
8g 3.2 mm 1/8"
6g 4 mm 5/32"
4g 5 mm 3/16"
2g 6 mm 1/4"
0g 8 mm 5/16"
00g 10 mm 3/8"
11 mm 7/16"
12 mm 1/2"
14 mm 9/16"
16 mm 5/8"
19 mm 3/4"
22 mm 7/8"
25 mm 1"
28 mm 1 & 1/8"
32 mm 1 & 1/4"
35 mm 1 & 3/8"
38 mm 1 & 1/2"
41 mm 1 & 5/8"
44 mm 1 & 3/4"
47 mm 1 & 7/8"
51 mm 2"