Different Types of Jewelry Clasps

Summary: We know clasp. But do you know how many types of clasps there are? This article will tell you different types of clasps to help you use them better.

Jewelry clasps are not only functional components but also the jewelry materials. They connect two ends of a necklace or bracelet to be beautiful jewelry. Clasp is not only the functional items, but it can be an important material that affects the appearance of bracelet or necklace. There are many different types of jewelry clasps. Let’s know more about the clasps next.

Box clasp

From its name, we can know it looks like a box. The box clasp is made up of two parts. When you press the outer slip sheet, the clasp will automatically bounce. When you want to close the box clasp, you just need to push the inner plate into the box. It can be used to decorate the necklace and bracelet.

hook and eye clasp

Hook and eye clasp

It is one of the most traditional clasps. The hook is passed through the loop at the other end of the bracelet or necklace. But it is not as safe as other clasps.

Lobster clasp

Lobster clasp is popular for its wide usage and high safety. It looks like claw of lobster. It has a small spring in its mechanism that keeps the clasp secured. It is convenient to use the lobster clasp.

lobster clasp

S hook clasp

The character of S hook clasp is its exaggerated S appearance. It is attached to one end of the jewelry, and another end is a jumpring or other items. At this time, you just need to hook one end of the S hook. It is a decorative clasp.

S hook clasp

Toggle clasp

Toggle clasp are suitable for necklace and bracelet. One end of it is metal stick and another end is round or square opening. When you want to use it, you need pass the metal stick pass through the torus object. It is easy but not very safe.

toggle clasp

Spring ring clasp

You push backwards on a little lever, and the spring ring clasp will open. It is beautiful and stable. And it is one of the most popular jewelry clasps.

spring ring clasp

Clasp is an important part of the jewelry. Which type of clasp do you like most? Now you know the clasp better, and I believe you can choose the right clasp for your jewelry. Hope it can helps you.

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Comments (2)

Mar 01, 2016 at 10:52 AM CB Brown

Where are the big ones that you can glue and insert yarn or string at the end. They are magnetic also?