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Terms for subject Jewelry (567 entries)

Goshenite	Colorless, Beryl group.
graduated stones	Gemstones placed in a piece of jewelry from large to small. Graduated stones can go in either direction--be it from a large center stone to ones getting gradually smaller towards the outside in all directions or from one large stone to smaller stones goi
grain	The standard unit of weight once used for natural pearls. Four grains are equal to one carat.
granulated finish	A type of finish that is created with multiple grains or granules or has the appearance that it is. Granulated finishes are popular with men's jewelry or bold designs as the uneven surface bounces and refracts light beautifully.
great deal!	Anything purchased from a "GEMaffair."
green amethyst	Green quartz also known as prasiolite, vermarine, lime citrine, or green quartz.
green gold	An alloy of gold created when combined with silver. Green gold does not actually look green, but more yellow-green.
green quartz	Also known as green amethyst, vermarine, lime citrine, or by its gemological name, prasiolite.
green sapphire	Fairly common greenish variety of corundum.
gunmetal finish	A piece of metal that has a dark silver finish or metallic steel grey. Gunmetal can also look almost black.
gypsy setting	A setting wherein the gemstone is set very low. The only visible part is the top near the crown which has been set near to flush with the surface of the jewelry.
habit	The shape in which a crystal naturally occurs.
hair jewelry	Popularized in the 1900s, this type of jewelry showcases a loved one'™s hair. Preserved in glass, the hair was worn as a token of affection for another, as homage to those absent, and often during mourning.
half moon cut	A cut wherein the gemstone is cut in a semi circle as though it were a half moon.
half-drilled	Pearls which have only been partly drilled, as for rings or earrings.
Hamilton finish	This type of metal finish gives a piece of jewelry the appearance of 18 karat gold.
hammered finish	A type of metal finish achieved by hammering the piece of metal in such a way that it becomes multifaceted. This type of finish is often used with gold or silver creating more planes from which light can reflect. They are commonly used on hoop earrings, bangle bracelets and large pendants. Hammered Finishes can be glossy, satin, or matte depending on the finishing technique.
hardness	Mohs Scale of Hardness
Hardstone	An all encompassing term used for stone or gemstones used in making intaglios, cameos, or mosaics. This group includes agate, onyx, and carnelian.
harlequin pearls	Untreated round Chinese freshwater cultured pearls in a variety of natural colors strung together.