20 Terms
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Facets
Jewelry; General jewelry
The flat surfaces on a cut stone. The placement of facets determines how much light reflects through the stone.
Water resistant
Jewelry; General jewelry
The feature of a watch that denies water and moisture from penetrating inside its case. No watch is completely waterproof, but several can withstand rain and splashing. Water resistance is measured ...
Diamond clarity
Jewelry; General jewelry
One of the 4Cs that measures the amount/absence of inclusions in and blemishes on a diamond. Clarity ranges from flawless to included/imperfect.
Spring ring clasp
Jewelry; General jewelry
This popular clasp features a small metal ring with a gap that can be opened and closed by a spring-powered lever. This ring attaches to a metal ring with no gap on the opposite end of the chain.
Hardness (moh's scale of hardness)
Jewelry; General jewelry
The ability of a stone or mineral to resist scratching. Hardness is measured from 1-10, 10 (diamonds) being the hardest.
Amethyst
Jewelry; General jewelry
A purple form of quartz. Amethyst is the birthstone of February and the traditional gift for the 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries.
Bezel setting
Jewelry; General jewelry
Metal is wrapped around the girdle of the stone, making only its crown and table visible. This setting is admired for its protection, security and its ability to minimise inclusions.
