Here's a 316L surgical, stainless steel, 14 gauge barbell measuring 1" long, adorned with the Captain America shield symbol! This exquisite piece of body jewelry is produced of the highest quality material and expertly crafted. Yes, this means that Captain America endorses it wholeheartedly. Anyway, this Captain America barbell is perfect for lancing through your tongue! Yes, on purpose! And now...a little bit about surgical steel, body jewelry-

316 Stainless Steel is the preferred steel where bio-compatibility is required (such as body implants and piercings). The "L" means that the carbon content of the alloy is below 0.03%, which reduces the sensitization effect. 316 steel has .08 Max carbon content while 316L has a .03 Max carbon content. Stainless steel does not contain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel. Though it will not oxidize or turn black, it is still not "stain-proof."