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Terms for subject Jewelry (567 entries)

pink topaz	A type of quartz with a pink color.
platinum	A heavy precious metallic element, grey-white and resistant to corroding, occurs in some nick and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits.
pleochroic	Term used to describe a gem that appears two or more different colors or shades when viewed from different directions.
poison ring	A ring with a hidden hinged compartment that could conceivably contain poison.
polish tumbler	A machine that rotates around and around tumbling rough stones. Over time, the movement and abrasion clears the stones of rough spots and adds a slight polish. Often, sand is added for a more thorough clean.
polishing cloth	cloth used to clean and polish jewelry safely.
ponytail chain	A chain, commonly called a wheat chain, that resembles a braided ponytail.
potch	Black background used to give contrast made usually from quartz, glass, resin, or ironstone.
Prasiolite	A green-colored form of quartz also known as vermarine, lime citrine, green quartz, or green amethyst.
precious metals	Valuable metals often used to make coins or jewelry.
pressure open back	A ring or toe ring that is not connected at the back and can be squeezed slightly to change the sizing for a perfect fit.
promise ring	A ring given to another or worn by the purchaser that symbolizes a promise or vow. Commonly worn by couples, friends or those who take a vow to remain pure. The latter are also called purity rings.
prong	A tapering metal projection, usually heavier than a claw, rising from the base of a jewelry setting and used to hold a stone in position as needed.
prophetic	Foretelling events as if by divine inspiration.
Pteria penguin	Mollusc used to produce Mabe pearls.
puff ring	A ring that features a three dimensional object that "puffs" away from the ring's shank. This style is popular with solid metal pieces, uniquely shaped designs, and heart rings.
puzzle chain	A chain wherein each link resembles the pieces of a puzzle.
puzzle ring	A ring made up of three or more interlocking bands that when put together correctly create one solid band. There are a large variety of different styles, but the most common features a braided crossover design when complete. Puzzle rings are most commonl
pyramid ring	A ring that features gemstones or an overall design that looks like a pyramid. Many of the studded styles are referred to as pyramid studs for this reason.
pyrope	Of Greek origin meaning "fiery." Pyrope is part of the Garnet group, Hardness 7-7.5, S.G. 3.65-3.80, R.I. 1.730-1.760.