Findings
Jewelry findings are the component parts that, when assembled, complete a piece of jewelry. Each type of finding has a job to do in the overall construction and functional aspects of the piece. Choose from the Jewelry Findings pictorial glossary to understand more.
Terms & Definitions
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A basket mount is a fancy setting for a gemstone that is pierced to give the setting a lacy or basket look.
A belcher ring has a flush setting, similar to a gypsy ring, whereby the prongs are cut into the mounting. The stone is placed within a recess created in the shank and secured by the carved-out...
A C pin catch is a loop of wire, shaped like the letter “C”, soldered onto the reverse of a brooch or pin providing a stopper for the pinstem thus securing the brooch to the fabric. This basic...
A clutch is a small finding that slides onto the post of an earring in order to secure the earring to the earlobe. They can be held in place by friction (friction back) or...
A dress clip is a type of brooch that attaches with a clip-style back. There are two types of clip backs, one is a double prong hinged clip with sharp points that can pierce...
