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KNOT:
A tiny crystal of diamond or other mineral that goes against the grain of the diamond, and protrudes slightly through the surface of the diamond facet.
See also: Inclusion Diamond characteristics
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KNOT
A knot is a flaw (a mineral inclusion) in a gemstone (usually a diamond) that is at the surface of a gem after polishing. The knot is a small raised bump on the finished gemstone.
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A Knot is a Crystal that is exposed to the surface of the Diamond usually through the Cutting Process.
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Knot
Included diamond crystal oriented differently from the larger diamond crystal which is its host. When such diamonds are sawn, the knot may cause problems and slow the sawing process because it often presents a harder cutting direction.

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A type of inclusion at the surface of polished gemstones that appears as a minute bump
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Knot - (a) An included diamond crystal that is encountered at the surface of a stone during the polishing operation, and that stands out as a small, raised surface on the finished stone.

Knot: An included diamond crystal which reaches the surface of a polished diamond.

Knot: A diamond crystal within a diamond that is most noticeable at the surface of a stone and stands out as a small, raised surface or bump.
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knot lines A knot that has surfaced during the cutting process exposing the outline. Also see knot.
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L/W ratio See length to width ratio.

Knot Pendant
A pendant where the metal is twisted to form a knot. These pendants are often used in nautical jewelry or given as gifts to symbolize the bond between two people.
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Silk Knot
In Europe, there is an alternative to cufflinks called the silk knot. They are also known as monkey's fists. They are cheaper than cufflinks, but they are still considered to be appropriate for formal occasions.

Love knot: Generally three intertwined rings made from wire or tubing reformed or flattened as a group (after assembly) into regular or irregular shapes.
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Square Knot Hemp Bracelet
Simple square knot hemp bracelet instructions.
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Square Knot - (see Reef Knot)
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Knot inclusions are naturally occurring external inclusions or imperfections that penetrate the surface (convex), appearing as a raised area on the diamond's surface.

KNOT - An inclusion that is encountered at the surface of a stone during the cutting and polishing of a diamond. It can stand out as a small raised surface on the finished stone.

Knot
Diamond inclusion present in the form of a crystal reaching the diamond's surface.
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Knot
The use of the term knot or naat parallels the same word applied to wood. It is a part of a diamond which is difficult to cut or polish because of twinning, negative crystal growth, or similar feature.
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Tiny knot-like irregularities on the surface are called knots. They usually arise from an inclusion reaching the surface, which can only be polished with difficulty or by structural inhomogenities.

Useful knot for tying off ends of thread, anchoring seed beads and incorporating new threads into a piece. See the illustration below for how to tie it and read our Guide to Beading Techniques to learn when to use it.
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the reef knot which was introduced from Egypt where it had been popular as an amulet since the beginning of the 2nd millennium. Once adopted it stayed popular into Roman times.

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Some sevignes suspended a single diamond or pearl from the knot. The design was typically flat and made to be worn on a woman's bodice. Shank: A band that forms the base of a ring.

Couples who have already decided to tie the knot are invited to peruse our Wedding Band Learning Center pages. Because the wedding band involves no element of surprise, shopping for the right ring is relatively straight forward.

Whether your customers are teenage girls or women tying the knot and interested in some cheap bridal jewelry, fashion jewelry wholesale may be the answer.

When a Pearl necklace is made, the Pearls are strung on silk thread with a knot between each Pearl.

Also known as clam shells and bead tips, calottes are used to neatly cover the knot at the end of a string of beads. To make the knot even more secure, tie it around a seed bead and add a drop of glue.

Do not try to pull it, or do anything that may tighten the knot or tangle. Generally, gently rolling the chain between your thumb and middle finger will loosen up the tangle, and allow you to find a loop to pull (gently) that will untie the knot.

Any scratch, nick, abrasion, knot or any other flaw on the surface of a diamond. This affects clarity. A blemish could be natural or be the result of polishing.
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Refers to beads which are strung separately with a knot tied between each bead. This method of stringing creates a more durable strand and reduces wear and tear on the beads.
hardness
A gemstone material's ability to resist scratching.

Lariat: Long-strand, open-ended necklace usually looped in a knot or used with a slide so the two ends hang free.
Lead crystal: Colorless, transparent glass resembling rock crystal. Must be 10% lead to be considered crystal.

The beads are strung one at a time, with a knot placed by hand between each bead for strength and to keep beads from abrading on each other.
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Also called a bi-cone bead.

14K Yellow Gold 10.5MM Love Knot Post Earrings #4179
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An external mark or surface imperfection on a gemstone. For example, a nick, abrasion, knot, scratch, minor crack or fissure (cavity), or a poor polish. A natural or an extra facet is also considered a blemish.
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Term applied in Portugal to a bow-knot pendant usually made of chiselled gold and diamonds.

Lariat - A cord necklace with two open ends handing down in front, looped into a knot or secured by a slide.
Lever Back - An earring closure for pierced ears that is secured by a hinged lever attached to the back of the earring.

Celtic Earrings
Silver dangles featuring Celtic knot designs
Gemstone Earrings
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A type of necklace consisting of a long strand that is sometimes looped into a knot or used with a slide so the two ends hang free.
Lavalier
A lavalier is a pendant with a dangling stone that hangs from a necklace.

An open-ended, long strand necklace. Sometimes looped into a knot or used with a slide so that the two ends hang free.

Experts advise using silk or nylon thread to re-string pearls, with a knot between each pearl. Should your strand break, replace the entire cord.

A necklace without a clasp, worn looped around the neck with open ends that may be tied into a loose knot, fastened with a ring or a brooch, or tied with a lariat loop.
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thread conditioner - A substance, such as bees wax, used to coat thread to make it less likely to kink, knot, or fray during use.
tiger tail - Bead stringing wire made of thin steel cable.

For beauty and durability, our platinum jewellery, like these platinum Love Knot earrings, is 95% pure platinum.

BLEMISH - Any surface imperfection on the surface of a gemstone. For example, on a diamond, one would be referring to a nick, knot, scratch, abrasion, minor crack or fissure (cavity), or a poor polish.

Lariat: A cord worn as a necklace with the ends of the cord dangling like a necktie. It can be tied into a knot or secured by a sliding brooch. See Bolo.

Blemish: Damage that occurs on the surface of a diamond, which is an imperfection external to the diamond. For example, this would refer to a nick, knot, scratch, abrasion, minor crack or fissure (cavity), or a poor polish.

Lapis lazuli - A semi-precious stone of an azure blue colour

Lariat - An open-ended, long strand necklace. Usually looped into a knot or used with a slide so that the two ends hang free ...

Beading cone A fashionable way to end a multi-stranded necklace. The metal cone covers the ends of the strands, which are tied together in a knot inside the cone. Buy Sterling Silver Beading Cones ...

A lariat is a cord necklace with two open ends that hang down in the front and can be looped into a knot or secured by a slide.
Lever-back earrings have a closure that is secured by a hinged lever attached to the back of the earring.
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Traditional designs include a heart to symbolize your true love and affection for one another. Other styles that are quite popular among young people are the Celtic knot designs, which can stand for unwavering commitment and fidelity.

A collar pin was a gold or silver bar with knobbed or jewelled ends. These were attached to the collar and pushed the tie knot up and forward.

Bead tip is a concave metal piece, attached to a metal loop, used to add thread to a clasp. It is used between the clasp and the beading thread to hide the beading thread knot which is covered inside the concave piece.
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Any of the above conditions help to diminish one's enjoyment in the experience of love and relationship. Fortunately, there are a number of essences and crystals which can help to unravel the knot of fear.

You should see an intricate knot that keeps the pearls from touching and protects the delicate nacre from rubbing and chipping.
Pearls come in a wide range of colors. Try the strand on and make sure the color works with your skin tone.

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