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Terms for subject Jewelry (567 entries)

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.
heartbeat of a watch	This term refers to a skeleton window on the face of a watch. The heartbeat refers to the watch's movements that are visible through the window.
heat treatment	The application of heat to a gem with the purpose of enhancing the gems colour and or clarity.
heliodor	Lemon yellow to gold colour, meaning "Present of the Sun", Beryl group.
herringbone chain	A thick, flat chain crafted from precious metals that features the classic herringbone design by placing short diagonal, parallel links side by side with the direction of the diagonal alternating each row. These chains also often feature a slight bend in
high polished finish	Also called a gloss finish or high gloss finish, this vibrant finishing technique is achieved through excessive buffing and polishing. The result is an extremely smooth, unblemished surface with a glossy shine.
hollow back	Refers to a piece of jewelry that features back that has been hollowed out to reduce both weight and also, in most cases, allow light to reach the gemstones more readily.
honeycomb ring	A ring that features multiple hexagons that have been set close to one another giving the ring a honeycomb like appearance. The hexagons can either be placed at the top of the ring or along the entire band.
hope diamond	This beautiful blue diamond appeared in the trade in 1830 and was bought by the banker H.T. Hope of London. It was probably re-cut from a stone stolen during the French Revolution. It has changed hands frequently and has resided in the Smith
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hydrothermal	Refers to a process that involves the alteration or deposition of minerals by water water heated by igneous activity.
I.G.I.	International Gemological Institute
idiochromatic	Describes gems whose colour is due to elements that are an essential part of the chemical composition.
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igneous rock	Rocks formed from erupted volcanic lava or solidified magma.
imitation gemstone	Material that has the outward appearance of the gem it is intended to imitate, but which has different physical properties.
imperial topaz	A type of quartz that is lustrous orange-yellow to orange-brown in color.