Or you might find that our vintage pearl necklaces feature clasps of diamonds and platinum settings.
Old pearl necklace clasp.
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Antique pearl jewelry frequently secures with a fishhook clasp.
Often oval shaped the long hook was inserted and locked into place.
In the 1950 s 60 s and 70 s a typical size for cultured pearls was 4mm to 6mm.
The fishhook clasp is a good example of a concealed clasp.
These necklaces commonly bead or pearl are long enough to slip over the head without struggle and can often be wrapped multiple times to create a layered look.
What this means is that it integrates itself so well into the overall design of the jewelry that one doesn t even notice that it is there.
The types of jewelry that require clasps are mainly necklaces bracelets and anklets.
The hook clasp also called shepherd s hook was very popular in the 1950s and 1960s when chunky multi strand bead necklaces and sparkling.
Pearl size get out your ruler and measure the diameter of the largest pearls on the necklace.
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The hook and box clasp also called fish hook clasp was commonly used on pearl necklaces or necklaces with gemstone beads.
If you want a quick look jump to our infographic at the end of the article that features all the types of clasps we talk about in the article.
Graduated necklaces were popular ranging from a central 7mm diameter pearl to 3mm pearls at the necklace ends.
In fact when it comes to pearl necklaces today s necklace clasps are just as important as the strands they re supporting from gold clasps to necklace clasps embellished with pearls and diamonds the right pearl necklace clasp can give a woman a new reason to love her pearls.
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Some necklaces and bracelets are designed to not require a clasp.
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Here are some popular clasp free jewelry styles.
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Long gone are the days when the chain was the most attractive part of a necklace.
Designers often choose the type of clasp depending on the size style and quality of the jewelry.