Expertly hand forged from heavy wire stock this splint helps stabilize the thumb MCP and CMC joints and hyperextension, embellished with a precious or semi-precious faceted gemstone set into a sterling silver or gold filled bezel. This splint is available in nickel free stainless steel, sterling silver, yellow or rose gold filled, and of course titanium which can only be found here.
Please select your ring size, metal, and hand the splint will be worn on from the corresponding drop down menus and leave a note for me with your preferred charm selection.
The IP ring of this splint is adjustable within about a size larger or smaller.
Gemstone Options:
Garnet
Amethyst
Citrine
Peridot
Labradorite
Moonstone
Wello Opal
Crystal Quartz
Rose Quartz
Pink Topaz
Aquamarine
Blue Topaz
Mystic Topaz
Green Onyx
Chrome Diopside
I can also special order any other gemstone not listed, so if your favorite isn't on the list just shoot me a message and I'll be happy to set up a custom order for you!
*****Please note that I am healing from a hand injury that has prevented me from being able to create this splint from May-September, so have a considerable backlog of them to get through. Orders with this splint-particularly in titanium as it's still a bit tricky for me due to the properties of the metal-will have an extended processing time, therefore this splint is *not* included in the sale. Please keep this in mind when ordering.
GemSet IP/MCP
All metals we use are 100% lead and nickel free hypoallergenic pure metals so they will not tarnish, rust, or lose their color and oxidize the skin. You can read about the variety of metal choices we offer below!*
Nickel Free Stainless Steel- We only use high quality 430 stainless steel that is certified to be nickel free from the manufacturer. This type of steel has a slightly higher level of chromium than other types of stainless steel instead of the nickel that would typically be alloyed in. It has good corrosion resistance so will not pit, rust, or oxidize.
Sterling Silver- Sterling silver is an alloy of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. The copper is necessary to strengthen the metal, as fine silver by itself is far too soft to be used in any jewelry application. While it's very rare, some people can react with the copper content and find their fingers oxidized. Sterling silver will be kept shiny by the natural oils in your skin from wearing it, but if it has been put away for a while may tarnish. If this happens, a simple jewelry cleaning cloth will remove the tarnish.
Titanium- We use 99.9% pure Grade 2 titanium. This grade of titanium is softer that Grade 1 so that it can be hand worked into splints. Titanium is extremely lightweight and is an excellent option for those with sensory issues. Titanium is also the best choice for those with MCAS or severe metal allergies due to its hypoallergenic nature. It is very rare for titanium to cause a reaction.
14k Gold Fill- We offer 14k Yellow and Rose gold filled options. Gold filled is similar to gold plated, but with a much thicker coating of 14k gold over a brass or copper core. This gives assurance that the gold will wear well, without flaking or peeling off like plated and having a more reasonable price than solid gold.
*Please note that different metals have different tensile strengths so to ensure each splint has adequate and proper support not all sizes will be available in all materials.