Omega back: These work a bit like lever back earrings, in that they have a hinged lever on the back of the earring near the bottom, ...
Omega Back: A hinged fastening clasp that closely resembles the Greek letter, omega. Used to secure earring posts to the ear.
Onlay: A decorative feature of an item of jewelry, such as a gemstone.
Omega Back - An earring closure for pierced ears that is secured by a hinged lever attached to the back of the earrings. Similar to lever back earrings, omega back earrings end in an O shape that secures over a post instead of a clutch.
An omega back is a hinged closure resembling the Latin letter, Omega, used to secure a post earring to the ear.
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Omega Back
A straight piece of metal (a post) goes through the earlobe while a hinged curved arm supports the back of the earring.
RELATED TERMS: See Hinged, Lever Back, Omega Back, Screw Back, Friction Post. Earring Design:Popular design patterns utilized by earring manufacturers. RELATED TERMS: See Chandelier, Dangle, Hoop, J-Hoop, Jacket, and Stud Earrings.
Omega Back: A hinged, "O" shaped lever on the back of the earring, near the bottom, which closes over the post to hold the earring in place.
 See also: Earrings, Diamond, Jewel, Post, Chain
  
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