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Terms for subject Jewelry (567 entries)
ring wrap A piece of jewelry that features two bands designed to wrap around another ring. Ring wraps usually feature decorative bands or gemstone inlays to add interest to the updated piece. Ring wraps are designed to fit most common ring types and are an excelle
rolled edge A piece of jewelry that features a thin piece of metal that has been rolled and attached to the surface along the side.
rolling ring A ring that is comprised of usually three or more bands that roll over one another as the ring slides on and off. Another type of rolling rind features a solid band with another band set inside that moves back and forth. The latter is popular with Celtic styles.
rolo chain A rolo chain is a type of chain wherein like oval or circle links are connected to one another throughout the chain's design.
rope ring A ring that has been fashioned to resemble a rope.
rose cut A facet cut without table or pavilion. Does not produce much brilliance.
rose gold Also known as pink and red gold, rose gold is a type of gold alloy that is created when gold is combined with copper. The highest karat weight for rose gold is referred to as crown gold and is 22 karat.
rotation An industry term that refers to a variety of different jewelry pieces sold at one time.
rough Term used to describe a rock or crystal still in its natural state, before faceting or polishing.
round tube hoop earrings A pair of hoop earrings wherein the actual hoop is created with a curved round tube of a particular type of metal. With larger styles or larger tubes, the center is often hollow. Slender styles may be created with a solid piece of metal.
rubber bracelet Also called jelly bracelets, these bracelets are black or colored rubber bangles that were popularized in the 1980s.
ruby Name in Latin, Rubeus (Red) Corundum group, aluminum oxide.
rutilated Refers to gemstones that contain flecks or crystals of various types of metal. The most common type is rutilated quartz with inclusions of needle-like titanium spires inside the translucent stone.
rutile The term used for metal flecks or crystals inside gemstones. A type of inclusion.
S-Clasp A closure that is shaped like an "S" that holds a piece of jewelry together without hinges or other moving parts. One side of the "S" is attached with a jump ring securely and the other can be looped into an opening on the other side. This type of closur
saddleback earrings A type of hoop earring, often called saddle hoop earrings, wherein the hoop is enlongated vertically creating a more elliptical, saddle-like shape.
safety clasp A secondary closure used on some bracelets and necklaces to add extra security for the wearer.
safety pin earrings Earrings that resemble safety pins.
Sancy diamond 55 carats, is said to have been worn by Charles the Brave around 1470. It was bought by Signeur de Sancy in 1570 from the French ambassador to Turkey. Since 1906 is has belonged to the Astor family of London.
sapphire Name in Greek, (Blue) Corundum group, aluminum oxide.