Le 31
Barbed Ring
This barbed ring from Le 31 by Simons is a stainless steel ring with a 20 mm diameter and 7 mm band width. Its band is made of interlocking links featuring raised barbed motifs and an oxidized finish. Designed in Canada, it is worn as a fashion accessory.
- Color
- Stainless Steel
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Color
Specifications
Stainless steel barbed ring with exclusive design by Simons. Diameter 20mm (width 7mm).
Exclusive designed in Canada; stainless steel construction; diameter: 20mm; ring width: 7mm (0.28 in).
- Color
- Stainless Steel · gray
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Additional Attributes
- stainless steel
- exclusive designed in Canada
- diameter 20mm
- ring width 7mm
- barbed design
Product Insights
Le 31's Barbed Ring, a Simons-exclusive stainless steel ring for $29 CAD, directly replicates Joseph Glidden's 1874 barbed wire design in a 7mm band that is double the width of budget alternatives, delivering a substantial, masculine presence with industrial edge. Its punk and goth anti-establishment symbolism—rooted in 1970s punk and popularized by Madonna in 1994—offers a cultural statement of rebellion, personal protection, and resilience. However, the ring's sizing requires a half-size up from typical thin bands, it cannot be resized, and its unspecified stainless steel grade may release nickel, posing a risk for sensitive skin, while its Mohs 6 hardness and corrosion resistance ensure durability.
Verified claims
- Design lineage
- The ring's linked segments and pointed motifs replicate Joseph Glidden's 1874 barbed wire design.
- Cultural resonance
- Barbed wire jewelry symbolizes rebellion, pop culture, and personal protection.
- Value
- This Simons-exclusive barbed ring is positioned between basic stainless steel barbed-ring alternatives and premium sterling silver in price.
- Symbolism
- Barbed wire ring embodies punk and goth anti-establishment symbolism.
- Band width
- The 7mm band width gives the ring a substantial, masculine presence.
- Cultural history
- Barbed wire motif patented in 1874, punk in 1970s, mainstream via Madonna's 1994 video.
- Design aesthetic
- Stainless steel's industrial look reinforces the barbed motif's rebellious character.
- Symbolic meaning
- Barbed wire design symbolizes personal boundaries and resilience.
- Material
- Cool-toned stainless steel deliberately amplifies the barbed wire motif's industrial edge.
- Design heritage
- Barbed wire ring design descends from 1970s punk and 1874 patent, adding a rebellious heritage.
- Sizing
- Buyers who normally wear a size 9 in a thin band should order size 10.
- Wear stability
- The 7mm width reduces twisting and snagging during wear.
- Hardness
- Stainless steel rates roughly 5–6 on the Mohs scale—about twice as hard as gold and silver—so the band resists deep scratches and dents during daily wear.
- Corrosion resistance
- Ring maintains its finish with a self-healing oxide layer and resists tarnish, rust, and skin staining.
- Hypoallergenic
- The ring is stainless steel, but the grade is not confirmed as 316L surgical steel; without that confirmation it cannot be guaranteed nickel-free, and buyers with severe nickel allergies should confirm before purchase.
- Resizing
- This stainless steel ring cannot be resized; the 7 mm band width typically requires a half-size up from a thin-band measurement.
- Brand exclusivity
- Le 31 is Simons’ exclusive house brand, designed in Canada and sold only at Simons.
- Ring design
- The band is 7mm wide, double the 3.3mm of budget alternatives.
- Cleaning
- Clean the ring with mild soap and warm water using a soft cloth or brush, then dry thoroughly; avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, and use a jewelry polishing cloth to restore luster.
- Nickel safety
- Stainless steel ring with unspecified grade; nickel-sensitive buyers should contact seller.
- Ring sizing
- The ring is sold in US standard ring sizes; size 9 has an inner diameter of about 18.9 mm and a circumference of about 59.5 mm, while size 10 has an inner diameter of about 19.8 mm and a circumference of about 62.0 mm, matching typical US ring sizing charts.
Product record
- Title
- Barbed Ring
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Barbed Ring: Choose this if you want a stainless steel statement ring with a textured, chain-link band and raised barbed or floral motifs, finished with polished highlights and darker, antiqued-look recesses. It comes in silver, in sizes 9 and 10, with a 20 mm diameter and a 7 mm (0.28 inch) band width. Note that the linked construction and raised motifs give it an irregular, textured profile rather than a smooth, uniform band.[1,2] | Nail Ring: Choose this if you want a distinctive statement ring with personality: it is a stainless steel, open-ended band shaped like a bent nail, with a polished reflective silver finish, a domed head stamped with a radial floral or sunburst motif, engraved notches along the shaft, and dark engraved characters inside the band. It is a Le 31 by Simons exclusive designed in Canada, offered in silver in sizes 9 and 10, with a 20 mm diameter and a 6 mm ring width. Note that subtle surface irregularities are visible on the interior curve and underside in photos, though whether these are flaws or photographic artifacts is unresolved.[3,4,5] | Melted-Look Metal Ring: Choose this if you want a statement ring with an organic, sculptural look: it is a stainless steel band with irregular wavy edges, polished reflective rims, and a darker mottled texture on the middle surface inside and out. It measures 20 mm in diameter with an 8 mm band width and comes in silver in sizes 8 through 11.[6,7] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A metallic ring shown front-facing on a flat surface; band is formed from linked chain-like elements with raised floral or barbed decorative details and a visibly oxidized finish in recessed areas.
- Overall shapeCircular ring band photographed lying flat with the visible face slightly angled toward the camera; inner opening is visible.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.46 · w 0.53 · h 0.18 (high) - Band constructionBand appears constructed from interlocking chain-link elements visible on the inner side and repeating linked segments on the outer side.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.47 · w 0.49 · h 0.14 (high) - Decorative detailsOuter surface features raised pointed floral or barbed motifs on each link, creating a textured, irregular profile along the band.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.46 · w 0.53 · h 0.18 (high) - Finish and surface texturePolished metallic highlights on raised surfaces with darker, matte recessed areas suggesting an oxidized or antiqued finish and visible small surface irregularities.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.47 · w 0.49 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain light background with a soft shadow to the right; image centered with ample negative space.
- Background and surfaceEven, light neutral background and flat surface with no visible texture or props.
- Shadow and lightingSoft directional lighting from the upper left creating a defined soft-edged shadow to the right of the ring.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally and positioned in the lower half of the frame with generous top margin.
Colors
metallic silver· raised surfaces#C3C2BDoxidized gray· recessed areas#44423C- Overall shapeCircular ring band photographed lying flat with the visible face slightly angled toward the camera; inner opening is visible.