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Terms for subject Jewelry (593 entries)

enamel	Used to add color to jewelry, enamel is colored glass that has been baked into a box-like setting and lies flush with the topmost surface.
enamel bracelet	A bracelet that is crafted out of metal but set with enamel work.
enhancer	A jewelry item that has a hinged bale that can be opened or closed so that it can fit on a wider chain without having to slide over the clasp.
ensemble	In clothing, an ensemble is an outfit or pairing of clothes that match to create a look.
European Gemological Laboratory	EGL is one of the world's premier independent gemological laboratories. For over 25 years it has offered the fine jewelry trade and consumers accurate, reliable gemstone identification and professional certification to validate their gemstone purchases.
extender	An extra piece of gold, silver, platinum or silver on a necklace that enables one to adjust the length.
faces	Flat surfaces that make up the external shape of a crystal.
facet	Surface of a cut and polished gem.
faceting	Cutting and polishing of the surfaces of a gemstone into facets.
fan ring	A ring that resembles a fan when worn.
fancy cut	A custom cut that does not fit into any other category. Often, fancy cuts are variations on common cuts like the emerald or oval cut.
faux	French for fake or imitation.
feathers	A feather-shaped flaw, as in a precious stone.
figure eight earrings	Also called infinity earrings or infinity hoops, these earrings have been twisted or formed to resemble the number 8. The design can be placed horizontally or vertically.
filigree	Intricate metal work that is often open to the back. The metal work is often flowery with curves and spirals.
findings	the various pieces commonly used by jewelers when crafting jewelry such as clasps, bales, settings, o-rings, jump rings, hooks and often even refers to the tools the jewelers use.
finish	Refers to the way a metal surface has been done. Metal can be glossy, brushed, hammered, ect. These are all types of finishes popularly used in jewelry.
fire	dispersion
fishhook clasp	Another name for a lobster closure. The clasp opens with a clip and hooks into an O-ring on the opposite side.
five stone ring	A ring that features five stones. This does not mean that there are only five gemstones in the ring's design, but that only five of the stones are prominent. It can, however, also refer to a ring that simply has only five stones.