When choosing earrings, we focus primarily on their visual appeal, quality of materials and processing. Unfortunately, we rarely pay attention to the clasp, but the convenience, reliability and durability of the accessory largely depends on it. What is it called? What are they?
What are the design elements of an earring?
There are two mandatory parts in the structure of an earring:
base – outer, visible surface. It can be in the form of a simple geometric figure or a carved pattern;- lock - a mechanism that secures jewelry.
base – outer, visible surface. It can be in the form of a simple geometric figure or a carved pattern;The basis is often supplemented:
- pendant - a freely falling decorative element;
- insert - stone, crystal, bead. There may be one or several. It is held in place by a caste (frame) and a welt (rim) to the base or pendant.
The lock requires the presence of various fasteners:
- ear wires;
- hooks;
- loops;
- springs;
- staples;
- hinges;
- screws;
- clamps;
- latches
The combination of these elements gives different types of locks:
- with swinging hook;
- with spring latch;
- wire;
- screw.
There are also non-standard connections.
Names of clasps on earrings
Let's look at the most common mechanisms.
Puseta
Attaches the stud earring. A small rod soldered to the base on one edge, equipped with a special groove or thread on the other. It is inserted into the earlobe and fixed on the back side with a clamp or screw that regulates the pressure on the soft tissue. To avoid deformation and pain, it is recommended to remove before going to bed.
Bracket
One of the oldest fasteners, whose history goes back about seven thousand years. Used in massive jewelry of the Egyptian nobility, it can be seen on gypsy women. A horseshoe-shaped hook, passing through a puncture in the lobe, connects the symmetrical parts of the product located under the ear. Snaps securely, but not recommended for constant wear. Under mechanical stress, it can become distorted and become unusable.
A loop
Most often it is placed on inexpensive jewelry with a pendant. It looks like a question mark without a dot, the top of which is soldered to the base. The blunt-tipped bottom is threaded into the ear and hangs below the lobe, balancing the front part. Comfortable to wear, but easy to lose.
Congo
Used for hoop earrings of any size. One of the ring segments is thinner. Before putting it on, the ring is unclenched, the pin comes out of the groove - an empty cavity inside the earring. It is inserted back in the same way after dressing. The fasteners are invisible, and the earrings do not even interfere with sports activities. The shape doesn't suit a chubby person very well.
Pin
Suitable for earrings with a symmetrical shape, including round ones.A short, straight or slightly rounded pin, secured with a hinge, is threaded into the ear and snapped into place at the other end using a loop. Obvious advantages are reliability and ease of use. Minus - a short pin is not suitable for large lobes.
Clip
The option most suitable for those who do not want to have holes in their ears. A spring or screw type lock clamps the jewelry to the lobe on both sides. During fitting, check that the pressure should not be too strong.
Clamp
A relatively new type of single or double fastening, used in exquisite pin earrings. From the hole in the ear it goes up along the edge of the back side of the auricle, fitting tightly, following the contours of the base.
Kaffa
One of the new products is a combination of two or three fasteners of the same or different types. For example, one - a nail - is inserted into a puncture, the other - a clip - is attached to the auricle. Due to the even distribution of the load, products can be bulky and complex in design.
Chain
It is threaded into the ear and held in place by its own length and weight. It looks impressive and does not cling to the hair if you have a high hairstyle. It’s hard to call it a castle in the full sense of the word, because not fixed.
American
Similar to the English one, but the earring snaps into a small ring on the back of the ear. Looks very elegant.
French
The design is similar to a loop, including in terms of comfort. It differs in that its bow, threaded into the ear, ends at the level of the decorative insert and is grabbed by a perpendicular hook. This virtually eliminates the possibility of falling out and loss. Can be worn around the clock. Suitable for children more than any other.
English
A thin flat crossbar coming from the base is threaded into the hole in the upper part of the hook - the movable element - until it clicks. If the mechanism is working properly, the jewelry cannot be lost. For this reason, it is one of the most common fasteners.
Italian
In essence, it is a clip, equipped with an additional rod, which is threaded into the ear and securely held with a clip. Can be adjusted to fit any width of earlobe. Quite a fragile design You shouldn't sleep in it - repairs will be expensive.
The clasp on the earring should be comfortable, reliable, and consistent with your lifestyle. Study it carefully when purchasing jewelry and costume jewelry.
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