This is a truly beautiful piece, handmade in the USA by Body Gems.  Body Gems is a family business that was founded in 1994. The Collins family has been in the jewelry business since the mid 1970s. 

-Beautiful Internally threaded 16 Gauge Straight Micro Barbell

-Made from 14ct Solid Gold
– 3mm balls on each end
– Comes with protective silk pouch
– Suitable for people with nickel sensitivities