Jewelry Terminology and Ring Anatomy

The ring size is 7½.

Single prong.

A bezel setting securely holds a gemstone by encircling it with metal.

<p>Stud earring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lobster claw.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Curb chain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Standard bail.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To connect components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Color.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They have multiple dangling elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main components include the head, shank, prong, gallery, and center stone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A shadow band is designed to complement or 'shadow' the engagement ring for a cohesive look.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A halo ring features a center stone surrounded by smaller stones, while a solitaire ring has a single, prominent center stone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Three shank styles include traditional, tapered, and bypass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A hallmark or engraving serves to indicate the metal quality and can also carry personal or brand significance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An anniversary band typically features a variety of stone placements while an eternity band has stones set around the entire band.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Factors include the sizing area, finger measurements, and shank design.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ring profiles include flat, half-round, knife-edge, and comfort-fit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A bridal set typically includes an engagement ring and a coordinated wedding band, symbolizing unity and commitment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It indicates that the person wearing it is engaged to be married.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An Eternity Band is set with continuous rows of gemstones that encircle the band.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flush-Set is a technique where the gemstone is embedded within the band, with only the top visible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An enhancer attaches to an existing jewelry item to create a new look.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A facet is a flat, polished surface on a gemstone that affects its brilliance and sparkle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Fancy' jewelry incorporates whimsy, fun, and innovation into its design.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It consists of four prominent triangular corners that hold the gemstone in place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A gallery is the negative space located on a head or setting of a gemstone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Engraving is the process of cutting or carving designs into a hard surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Family Jewelry is created with personal significance, often using birthstones to represent family members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>6.5 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>0.2 grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gauge 15</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>321.51 troy ounces</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>0.1286 pennyweights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>0.643 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Guilloché is the technique known as 'engine turning', significant for creating precise, intricate patterns on metal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hypo-allergenic refers to jewelry designed to cause fewer allergic reactions, utilizing metals like stainless steel, titanium, or gold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Illusion-Set technique uses reflective metal to make a diamond appear larger by blending it with the gemstone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Half Bezel-Set method partially encircles a gemstone with metal to hold it in place securely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inlay refers to the insertion of pieces such as gemstones or wood into slots on a surface for decorative purposes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A hallmark indicates the precious metal content of the jewelry, ensuring authenticity and quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A jump ring is a round or oval wire ring used to attach different parts of jewelry together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Medical ID jewelry is designed to visibly inform others of medical conditions, featuring identifiable emblems and engravings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A karat is a unit measuring the purity of gold, with pure gold designated as 24 karats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Invisible-Set technique features gemstones held in place by a wire framework, with no visible prongs.</p> Signup and view all the answers