This isn't just a straight bar. A short length of curb chain drapes underneath, adding a curve and a bit of movement to the piercing. It completely changes the look from a simple barbell.

A straight, polished 14k gold barbell is capped at each end with a small, perfectly round sphere. Looped just inside these spheres, a short length of curb chain hangs in a gentle arc. The links of the chain are twisted to lie flat, creating a series of smooth, overlapping ovals. The whole piece has a high-shine finish, with bright reflections on the bar and spheres, and a more complex shimmer across the chain.

We make this piece entirely from 14k solid gold, not plated or filled. That’s 58.3% pure gold, with the rest being alloys that add strength and durability. Because it’s solid gold all the way through, the colour will never flake or wear away. It’s also nickel-free and hypoallergenic, which means it’s safe for fresh piercings and won’t irritate sensitive skin, even with long-term wear. The barbell is internally threaded, so the screw-on end has a smooth post that won't scrape your piercing.

• 14k solid gold
• Sold as a single piece
• Barbell length: 6.5mm
• Barbell thickness: 1.25mm
• Ball diameter: 2mm
• Internally threaded closure

You'd pick this if you want something more than a standard barbell, but don't want dangles or gems. The curb chain is a classic jewellery detail that adds texture and a soft curve, making the piercing feel a little more considered and less purely industrial.