What are the Names & Details of different jewelry

Rings, brooches, bracelets, cufflinks, and medallions - every person has jewelry in a box, but few know what the names of certain functional parts of their designs are. Today we will make a short excursion into the world of jewelry with you. This short journey from www.youmagine.com will help you understand the design features of the most popular jewelry.

RINGS
The rings are so popular that they seem to need no introduction or description. In fact, with rings, things are not so simple. They can be of different types: classic without inserts, wedding rings, rings and seals. The design of each, even the simplest ring, includes several constituent parts. We will analyze only classic jewelry:

• The shank is the key part of the product. A shank is the same bezel that is worn on the finger.
• Cast - in other words, it is a frame. Kast holds the stone tightly in his "embrace". Round, square and triangular frames are most commonly found, but jewelers can give them a variety of shapes.
• Rant or digel is a special lining that holds the insert at the bottom. The part always follows the cast shape.
• An insert is a stone that is set in the caste. First, the jeweler selects an insert, and already makes a frame for it.
• The overlay is a decorative element of the ring. It acts as a connecting unit between the frame and the splint.
The design of a traditional wedding ring is much more primitive. It usually consists of one shank, the surface of which is decorated with engraving. The rings are not decorated with castes, but with a special platform (also with engraving).
The sizes of the rings are calculated from the diameter. In Russia, manufacturers indicate them in millimeters. Other countries have their own metric systems. In order not to miscalculate with the size, it is better to study a special comparison table.

EARRINGS
The key difference between these pieces of jewelry is the types of clasps or locks. Today, the most popular among them are Italian, English, French locks, staples, hinges, special stud fasteners for studs. This is by no means an exhaustive list of options. There are other design solutions on the market. The design of an earring is usually formed by the following elements:
• The hook is called the movable or fixed part of the earring. In French locks, this element is inserted directly into the ear. The English castle suggests a slightly different use of the detail. The earring clasps the lobe on the back side so that the earring is fixed on the ear.
• The post is the part of the product that is inserted directly into the ear. The only exception is the French castle, which was already mentioned above.
• An insert is a stone that adorns the base.
• Cast - frame. This part performs the same functions as in the ring.
• The base is the surface of the decoration, on which castes and inserts are installed.
• The pendant is a decorative element of the earring.

CHOKER, NECKLACE
We won't talk about chains for a long time. Although these pieces usually outweigh rings and earrings in weight, they have a fairly simple design, consisting of only two elements:
• Clockwork lock. This is the clasp that securely connects the two ends of the chain.
• Links connected to each other. They can be of eight types.
Many people think that a necklace and a choker are synonyms, but in fact, jewelry has a number of differences. After being put on the neck, both products take the same shape, but their designs are different. The necklace can be called a more complex version of a regular chain, which is additionally decorated with pendants. The design of the necklace is much more complicated. The basis of this product consists of a chain and a flexible hoop with casts inlaid with stones. The necklace is decorated with elements of different shapes along its entire length, which are intertwined with each other, forming a very complex structure.

PENDANTS, PENDANTS AND MEDALLIONS
The designs of pendants and pendants are practically the same. These jewelry can be called identical in everything except the way of wearing. Pendants are hung on a chain and worn only around the neck. Only one product is used! Pendants can be combined to your taste, use several jewelry at once and thread them not only into chains, but also into bracelets. Both pieces of jewelry are made up of five building blocks:
• A hanging eyelet is a movable part through which a chain is threaded.
• Connecting lug - the element that connects the base and the hanging lug.
• The base is the surface of the product. Castes and inserts are installed on it.
• Cast - frame for inserts.
• Inserts are stones (precious or semi-precious).
Medallion is a special type of pendant. Its key feature is the presence of a special case in which you can store a photo of a dear person or a lock of his hair, as was done before.
BROOCHES AND BRACELETS
Bracelets are practically indistinguishable from chains, except for the length. Most of them also have clasps, although there are models without them. The design is based on links, which are also called gliders. Brooches are rather complex pieces of jewelry that consist of seven elements:
• Cast.
• Welt.
• Stone (insert).
• Base.
• Pin and lock.

TIE CLIPS & CUFFLINKS
Cufflinks are a masculine piece of jewelry that can only be used on double-cuffed shirts. The design of the product includes three parts: top, fastener, fastening elements.
And finally, the simplest, but no less elegant piece of jewelry is a tie clip. The product has a primitive design and consists only of a body and a clamp.

SUMMING UP...
Now we can say for sure that you are one step closer to comprehending the complex, but fascinating and incredibly interesting jewelry business. Now you can show off your knowledge in front of your friends, and the process of describing the merits of your new jewelry will no longer cause you embarrassment.