Pierced
A hole punched completely through an object.
Pierced Work
Pierced work is jewelry (or other metal work) that has patterns cut out of the metal.
PIERCED WORK
Pierced work is jewelry (or other metal work) that has patterns cut out of the metal. Pierced work is done with a piercing saw, a tiny chisel, or a stamping machine (with a die as the pattern).
Pierced earrings: Earrings that are attached to an ear by means of a wire or post that is inserted through a hole pierced in the ear.
Pierced-Work: See Open Work.
Pierced Earrings
Earrings designed for wear in ears that are pierced. A wire or post is inserted through the ear lobe.
Polish
Process used to make metal smooth and glossy. The process increases shine and eliminates flaws.
pierced earrings
Designed for wear in ears which are pierced. A wire or post is inserted through the ear lobe.
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Pierced - The material has been cut completely through
Pierced-Work - Same as open work.
Pierced Work
Pin
A type of closure used on hinged bangle bracelets. Also a type of broach or decorative piece that attaches to a sweater, lapel, or shirt with a pin.
Non Pierced Earrings: Earrings for non-pierced ears - usually magnetic or clip-on earrings.
Patina: The finish of a metal's surface. Usually refers to the look of the finish after age.
Pierced
Non-pierced
These main classifications branch out into the several varieties available. By far, the most popular are the pierced earrings and hence, majority of earrings sold in the market today are of these type.
Pierced body parts that are covered by clothes such as nipple, navel, or genital piercings may become infected because of perspiration and rubbing of clothing.
Piercers stress the importance of not fingering the jewelry to prevent infection.
Pierced Earrings
Earrings designed for pierced ears. A wire or post is inserted through the ear lobe.
Platinum (abbreviated PT or PLAT) ...
A pierced piece of metal or gemstone strung between the beads in a necklace
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Sautoir ...
The pierced jewelry should be worn for the first 30 days. Once the healing is complete, it can be changed. Initially lightweight gold earrings should be worn then after any metal earring can be selected as desired.
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A hole is pierced through the skin and cartilage of the nostril. A nose stud or ring is inserted through the hole.
Titanium is a light, strong, lustrous, corrosion-resistant transition metal with a white-silvery-metallic colour.
Earrings for pierced ears and body jewelry
are NOT returnable for refund or exchange.
Custom sized or custom made items are NOT refundable.
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Rondelle
A pierced piece of metal or gemstone strung between the beads in a necklace
Sautoir
An extremely long neck chain, which falls below the waistline and terminates with a tassel or pendant. Popular in the early 20th century ...
It is sometimes pierced along its length (to be used in an earring) or across its top (to be used as a pendant).
From: An Illustrated Dictionary of Jewelry, autor: Harold Newman, publishers: Thames and Hudson ...
A wire used for pierced drop earrings that has the shape of a fish hook, especially popular in costume jewelry.
Fishhooks
The same as fish wires.
Perfect for non-pierced ears, French-clip earrings feature a padded spring clip that utilizes tension to hold an earring in place against the back of ear.
French wire ...
The metal stem of a pierced earring.
Prong:
A narrow piece of metal that is folded over the girdle of a stone to secure it in a setting.
The metal stem of a pierced earring, increasingly in stainless steel, for nickel metal allergy sufferers.
Precious Stones:
An obsolete term which generally is used to refer to diamond, emerald, sapphire, or ruby.
Pi: A flat disc pierced in the centre, usually a jadeite variety, often carved. A symbol of eternity.
Shepard Hook: A pierced earring wire shaped like a shepherd's crook-similar to fishhook wire but with a longer shaft. See also "Ear Wire." Photo and additional information.
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Basket Setting:An elaborate type of setting where the metal sides are pierced to create a lacey or basket-like appearance. Bead:A gemstone or ornament with a hole drilled through the center, designed for stringing on a chain.
copper and zinc Brilliant cut A cutting style most often used for diamonds, consisting of 58 facets, also known as 'modern cut' or 'full cut' Briolette A teardrop shaped stone faceted with triangular or rectangular facets, sometimes pierced ...
Penis: Body part which often suffers reducing in size when being pierced.
Earring: A form of ornament worn suspended from the ear, either by pierced wire, screw back or clip.
Clip-on: Not for pierced ears, these earrings are attached to the earlobe by means of a hinged clip on the back of the earring.
3-piece Hostess Set (Gorham) - 1 cold meat fork, 1 gravy ladle, and 1 pierced tablespoon
3-piece Serving Set - 1 cold meat fork, 1 butter knife, and 1 tablespoon, ...
These tight fitting necklaces ranged from elaborately pierced platinum gossamer designs in the garland motif to simple black velvet or moiré ribbons with buckles, flowers and other designs at the center.
Twenty years ago it was daring to have a third hole pierced in the top of your ear.
Monet developed the very comfortable "friction ear clip" for non-pierced earrings and the "barrel clutch" for pierced earrings.
The Matis Indians of Amazon Rainforest (aka "Jaguar People") use several thin spines from the ungurahui palm (Oenocarpus bataua), pierced through the septum at odd angles, to simulate the appearance of the jaguar's whiskers [3].
But as protection from evil spirits they believed it must be pierced, strung on donkey hair and worn on the left arm.
Post The part of a pierced earring that goes into the earlobe. Earbacks The metal fitting that secures the post of a pierced earring. Screw A screw-like fitting with a threaded post and an earback that turns onto the post to close.
It is used as a gemstone and is the birthstone for August.
Pierced Earrings
Pierced Earrings are earrings that have a section that is meant to be inserted into a hole that was pierced into the ear.
Clip-back - Earrings designed for non-pierced ears. Works like a hinge to secure the earring to the earlobe
Cloisonne - Decorative enamel work which is set in thin strips of wire
Cluster - A setting in which stones are grouped together ...
FILIGREE An openwork, pierced design, generally delicate in nature and fine in construction.
FINDING Jewelry parts, such as clasps, settings and others used in the manufacturing or repair of jewelry.
FRENCH CLIP:
An earring for non-pierced ears, consisting of a spring clip with padding to hold the earring in place against the back of ear. Also called a clip-on earring.
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Fish Hook: A fishhook-shaped finding used to make earrings with the hook end passing through the pierced ear.
French Wire: A curved wire which passes through the pierced earlobe and has a catch closure. Used mostly in dangling earrings.
When used as protection against the wiles of evil spirits, peridot was pierced and then strung on the hair of a donkey, and attached to the left arm.
In powder, peridot was used as a remedy for asthma.
A curved wire that passes through the pierced earlobe and has a catch closure. Used mostly in dangling earrings.
Freshwater Pearl
An irregularly shaped pearl formed naturally by a mussel living in a lake or river.
Belly Ring: Body jewelry pierced or clip-on that is worn in the belly button.
Beryl: A hard mineral that comes in a variety of colors. Gemstones included in this family are; emeralds and aquamarine.
Nose Stud: A simple style of jewelry for pierced nostrils that has a single stone, pearl, or metal ball on a straight post.
Nugget: The term used for a lump, or irregularly shaped mass, of precious metal.
Bead: A small, usually round, object with a hole pierced through it to be strung as a necklace, bracelet, etc. Beads are commonly made from stone, shell, glass, or plastic. Beaded Jewelry
Belle Epoque: See Edwardian.
A French back is an earring back for non-pierced ears where the earring is tightened against the earlobe by means of a screw.
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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.
bead (n) a small object, usually pierced, which is pierced for the purpose of stringing to form or to embellish items of jewellery.
Earring Post
A finding for pierced ears. The post is the straight part of the earring that is passed through the ear, that is secured by a butterfly back ...
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Lever back - A classic design wherein the earring is attached to a pierced ear by means of a hinged lever that bends and latches behind the ear.
Luster - Refers to the brightness a piece of jewelry reflects.
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Lever Back Earring - a pierced earring style with a loop which goes through the ear lobe and is contained at the back with a lever mechanism to hold it in place.
Post
The metal part of the earring that goes through the pierced earlobe.
Pressure Set
A form of setting in which the stone appears to be floating on air. The stone is held in place on either side by the pressure of the band.
Screw back: A type of earring attachment for non-pierced ears where the earring is tightened against the earlobe by means of a screw with a flat, round end.
French wire: A curved wire resembling a fish hook which passes through the pierced earlobe and has a catch closure. It is mostly used with dangling earrings due to their extra weight.
There seems to be no reason, however, why sapphires should not occur in many other places in this region where the rocks are pierced by granite veins, and other localities may in time be brought to light either by chance, ...
Marbode writes that Peridot protects its owner from evil spirits if the gem is pierced and strung onto the hair of an ass and then tied around the wearer's left arm.
Clitorial Hood
A cover of skin overlying the clitoris on its superior aspect. Much less sensitive than the clitoris itself and commonly pierced without complications.
Conch
Piercing through the inner cartlidge of the ear.
A sleeper is a small hoop-earring made of gold that is used to keep the hole in a pierced ear open.
SLIDE BRACELET ...
Pierced: The material has been cut completely through
Inlaid: A space is routed out of the material, and a contrasting material is fitted into that space. Bakelite polka dot bracelets are an excellent example of inlay technique.
 See also: Jewel, Links, Gemstone, Stone, Button
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