Knowledge is power! Here you will find pictoral examples of some of the common jewelry terms used on this site. By no means comprehensive, it is an ever-growing guide to the wonderfully diverse world of jewelry.Cabochons | Faceted | Fancy | Settings | Clasps | Earring Backs | Other Terms
| January | February | March | April | May | June |
| Garnet | Amethyst | Aquamarine, Bloodstone |
Diamond | Emerald | Pearl, Moonstone, Alexandrite | July | August | September | October | November | December |
| Ruby | Peridot, Sardonyx |
Sapphire | Opal, Tourmaline |
Topaz, Citrine |
Turquoise, Zircon |
| Year | Contemporary | Traditional |
| 1st | Clocks | Paper |
| 2nd | China | Cotton |
| 3rd | Crystal/Glass | Leather |
| 4th | Flowers/Appliances | Fruit |
| 5th | Silverware | Wood |
| 6th | Wood | Candy/Iron |
| 7th | Desk Sets | Wool/Copper |
| 8th | Linen/Lace | Bronze/Pottery |
| 9th | Leather | Pottery/Willow |
| 10th | Diamond Jewelry | Tin/Aluminum |
| 11th | Fashion Jewelry | Steel |
| 12th | Pearls | Silk |
| 13th | Textiles | Lace |
| 14th | Gold Jewelry | Ivory |
| 15th | Watches | Crystal |
| 20th | Platinum | China |
| 25th | Silver | Silver |
| 30th | Diamond | Pearl |
| 35th | Jade | Coral |
| 40th | Ruby | Ruby |
| 45th | Sapphire | Sapphire |
| 50th | Gold | Gold |
| 55th | Emerald | Emerald |
| 60th | Diamond | Diamond |
Round
| Glitzy confetti art glass cabochons make this bracelet a knock-out! |  |
Oval
| Small oval cabochons are brilliantly accented by clear rhinestones in this gorgeous swirling pin. |  |
Pear
| Satin art glass pear cabochons leap out of this luminous floral pin. |  |
Marquise
| White marquise cabochons and aurora rhinestones are a dazzling combination in this domed pin. |  |
Round
| A large lime green faceted round provides a shell for this cute turtle pin. |  |
Oval
| The fuchsia stones of these fabulous dress clips demand to be noticed. |  |
Pear
| Four vivid blue pear cuts make the lush petals of this small flower pin. |  |
Marquise
| Blue marquise rhinestones give these Deanna Hamro earrings dimension. |  |
Emerald
| Brilliant citrine and topaz rhinestone emerald cuts make the rays of this huge domed pin as vibrant as sunshine. |  |
Baguette
| A stem of clear baguettes adds just the right touch to this TRIFARI leaf pin. |  |
Diamond
| Red diamond shapes in a pinwheel dance amid pink and fuchsia rhinestones in this pin by WEISS. |  |
Melon
| They don't come any cuter than this CAROLEE turtle pin with melon cut shell. |  |
Shield
| Stately and regal, these shield cuts really enhance this crown and dangle pin. |  |
Prong
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French Prong
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Sawtooth
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Invisible
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Bezel
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Channel
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Tube Clasp
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*C* Clasp
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*C* Clasp (Side View)  |
Clip
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Screw
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Screw Clip
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Pressure
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Post
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Wire
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Lever
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Japanned Metal
| The japanned (black) metal finish perfectly enhances the sparkle of the clear rhinestones in this leaf pin/earring set. |  |
Pavé
| This adorable baby elephant pin proudly displays his pave crown and body. |  |
Open-Backed and Unfoiled
| The clear rounds and marquise of this spectacular set are open backed and unfoiled, allowing the color of the clothing underneath to shine through. |  |
Open-Backed and Foiled |
The deep, rich color of the giant foiled center stone really makes this MIRACLE pin spectacular. |  |
