Titanium Conch Hoop

The titanium conch hoop is a bold, rounded ring made for the conch piercing: a thick, polished band that widens at the front for a soft huggie look, then clicks shut on a hinge. Plain metal, no stones — just a clean, generous curve that frames the inner ear.

It is machined from implant-grade ASTM F136 titanium (G23), nickel-free and gentle on sensitive skin — the metal piercers trust for cartilage, which heals slowly and reacts quickly to cheap alloys. The polished silver tone stays bright and understated. Prefer a warmer shine? See the gold conch hoop.

The hinged segment opens on one side, slides through the piercing and snaps locked — no bending the metal, no loose bead to lose. Once closed, the join disappears into the band, so this conch hoop earring reads as one solid circle. Looking for another shape for a helix or a second hole? See our titanium cartilage hoop.

Why go bold in the conch

The conch sits in the bowl of the ear, so a thin ring can disappear there. A chunky hoop has the presence to show: the wider front catches the light and hugs the edge of the cartilage, while the rounded edges stay comfortable day and night. It is a conch ring that works alone or as the anchor of a curated ear.

Choosing your diameter

The ring is 16G (1.2 mm) thick and comes in three inner diameters: 8, 10 and 12 mm. 10 mm fits most outer conch piercings; 12 mm suits a larger or deeper conch; 8 mm gives a snug huggie look and also works in a helix or lobe. Always match the gauge your piercer set. Unsure about your size? Our gauge and size guide walks you through it.

Frequently asked questions about the titanium conch hoop

• Can I wear it in a fresh conch? A conch is usually pierced with a stud first. Wait until your piercer confirms it has healed, then switch to the hoop — nickel-free titanium is a safe choice for sensitive cartilage.
• Does it have stones? No — it is a plain polished band with no stones. The volume and shine of the metal do all the work.
• Can the hinge open by itself? It clicks firmly shut and only opens when you deliberately pull the segment apart.