Hoop Hoop earrings are composed of a decorative circle that has a post or wire at the top that passes through the ear lobe. This results in the illusion that the hoop is passing through the ear lobe. Some hoop earrings have a hinge that makes them easier to put on....
Lazo Lazo is the Spanish word for “bow” and, when used in jewelry, refers to a style of earring with a top, bow and drop motif. This term is also used for a long ribbon-shaped brooch or bodice ornament, typically made of gold and set with gemstones,...
Omega Back Omega backs take their name from their uncanny resemblance to the Greek letter omega – Ω. The ends of this looped finding attach to an earring via a hinge. When closed the rounded end of the omega back holds to the ear via pressure for a non-pierced...
Parure A parure is a full set of matching jewelry designed to be worn together en suite. A demi-parure is a less elaborate suite of jewelry with two or more pieces. The French, in particular, were known to have delighted in wearing formalized and elaborate suites and...
Pendant A pendant is a dangling ornament which is suspended from a bracelet, chain, brooch, ring or other form of jewelry. Art Nouveau Boulder Opal and Enamel Pendant, Attributed to Marcus &...
Pendeloque Pendeloque Diamond Earrings c.1870.Photo Courtesy of Sotheby’s. Pendeloque earrings, c. 1770’s were designed with a round or marquise-shaped top suspending a bow motif from which dangles a drop with a design complementary to the top. These...
