Lobster Clasp

Lobster Clasp

Fashion Jewelry Settings And Styles

Fashion Jewelry comes in different settings to complement many styles. Each setting style serves as a mantle for the stone. The setting is very important to the look and functionality. For instance, large solitaire stones are typically set in a prong setting to show them off as opposed to a channel setting which can showcase many smaller stones for more practical use. Setting combinations make for interesting designs as well.

Setting Types

Prong:A single stone set between four metal prongs. This setting is ideal for showcasing a solitaire stone.

Bezel: A stone is encased by a metal ring. This sets the stone low and serves as a protective case.

Channel: A number of small gem stones are set in a small channel. This is popular with engagement rings.

Pave': Clusters of small stone are set very close to each other on the surface of the ring.

Chevron: Stones are set in V-shaped prongs. Marquise cut stone are typically set in this type.

Clasp Types

Lobster Claw: Looks like its name. This clasp is spring loaded and hooks to the other end of a bracelet or necklace to secure the piece.    

Toggle Clasp: A bar that secures piece when inserted through a circular or tube design.    

Spring Ring: Spring loaded with circular design. Similar to the lobster clasp.    

Box Clasp: Secure the piece by locking when the wedge piece is inserted into the box piece. The clasp unlocks when the wedge piece is pushed down. This piece is spring loaded.

Chain Types

Twisted Chain: Spiraling chain with interlocking circle made in silver, gold, or rhodium.

Cable Link: Round links interconnected. This is the most common link. Most pendants come with this chain.

Mesh Link: Intertwined wires of metal to give a weaved look.

Bead Chain: Two chains woven together to resemble a rope.

Snake Chain: Cylindrical chain. Solid, smooth look but very flexible.

Herringbone Chain: Short and flat links set parallel to each other and pieced together tightly.

About the Author

J. Goodin, Inc. is a jewelry wholesaler with more than 25 years in the Fashion Jewelry business, distributing products to boutiques, gift shops, jewelry stores, and online retailers around the world. For more information about wholesale jewelry, please visit http://www.jgoodin.com

I need to know how to tie a stretch cord to a clasp with out seeing the knot.?

everytime i tie a knot with my stretch jewelry cord to my lobster claw clasp, my knot comes undone and my beads go everywhere. the knot is ugly and can be seen. what can i do? i dont want a continuos bracelet. these are for interchangable watch bands.

when i make things with a stretch cord i loop the one end back thru the beads so it strenthens the knot

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