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this means the Tristan Ring is safe for all-day wear even for those with nickel sensitivity, eliminating the risk of the green skin or rashes caused by cheaper alloys.","self_healing_chromium_oxide_layer":"The 16–18% chromium in 316L continuously forms an invisible protective oxide film; if the ring ever gets scratched, oxygen in the air instantly re-heals the layer, so a surface nick won't become a corrosion hotspot—unlike plated or painted finishes that fail once breached."},"entry_quotes":{"low_carbon_uniformity":[{"url":"https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/","quote":"The definition of the L is low carbon. It means that the concentration of carbon is lower than 0.03%. Low carbon is important, especially in production. This is because when steel gets exposed to high heat, during welding, casting, or soldering, it can interact with chromium and diminish the protective cover on the metal. Low carbon avoids this interaction. The layer is uniform all over the process."}],"hardness_vs_precious_metals":[{"url":"https://www.dgjewelry.com/blog/why-is-stainless-steel-suitable-for-making-rings2026-durability-guide/","quote":"On the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, gold and silver are quite soft. They usually score between 2.5 and 3. On the contrary, 316L stainless steel ranks between 5 and 6. This means steel is effectively twice as hard as your old gold rings."}],"tarnish_proof_natural_finish":[{"url":"https://boerajewelry.com/is-316l-stainless-steel-good-for-jewelry/","quote":"Resistance to tarnishing: Unlike silver, it does not oxidize or discolor."}],"molybdenum_pitting_resistance":[{"url":"https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/","quote":"The 2-3% molybdenum in 316L is specifically added to handle environments that would damage the jewelry:\n- Saltwater — ocean swimming, sea air, coastal humidity\n- Chlorine — swimming pools, hot tubs\n\n- Acidic sweat — daily wear, exercise, hot climates"},{"url":"https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/","quote":"SS Jewelry exposed to such conditions without molybdenum can become damaged by pitting, which is the formation of small holes on the surface that progressively enlarge in size and depth, causing a permanent defect."}],"surgical_grade_biocompatibility":[{"url":"https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/","quote":"Nickel in 316L stainless steel is chemically bound to the metal matrix and does not leach out of the matrix, making 316L jewelry safe for all skin types, including those who have a sensitivity to cheaper metals."}],"self_healing_chromium_oxide_layer":[{"url":"https://www.dgjewelry.com/blog/why-is-stainless-steel-suitable-for-making-rings2026-durability-guide/","quote":"Consequently, if you scratch your ring, the air around you repairs the protective barrier instantly. Instead of a permanent scar on your jewelry, the metal heals itself at a molecular level."}]},"entry_sources":{"low_carbon_uniformity":["https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/"],"hardness_vs_precious_metals":["https://www.dgjewelry.com/blog/why-is-stainless-steel-suitable-for-making-rings2026-durability-guide/"],"tarnish_proof_natural_finish":["https://boerajewelry.com/is-316l-stainless-steel-good-for-jewelry/"],"molybdenum_pitting_resistance":["https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/"],"surgical_grade_biocompatibility":["https://www.ootbjewelry.com/what-does-316l-mean-on-jewelry/"],"self_healing_chromium_oxide_layer":["https://www.dgjewelry.com/blog/why-is-stainless-steel-suitable-for-making-rings2026-durability-guide/"]}}}},"handle":"tristan-ring-16312-322103","storefront_path":"/en/men-accessories/jewellery/rings/tristan-ring--16312-322103","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/men-accessories/jewellery/rings/tristan-ring--16312-322103"}}