13 Terms
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dome ring
Jewelry; General jewelry
A dome ring features a solid, round cabochon setting, or a highly polished stone without any cut facets, on top of the shank. This gives the ring the appearance of a dome.
ceramic
Jewelry; General jewelry
A durable material made from clay fired at extremely high temperatures that is scratch resistant. Ceramic is often used in fine timepieces for its glossy appearance and durable nature.
mabe
Jewelry; General jewelry
A dome shaped stone, often cabochon cut, popularized in the 40s or 50s with cocktail style jewelry. Sometimes called mobe.
ebayitous
Jewelry; General jewelry
A disease of the human species where one tends to spend all of his or her money on items purchased at eBay.
bypass design
Jewelry; General jewelry
A design done with rings, necklaces, or bangle bracelets wherein the design curves around as once ridged piece but does not connect in the center. Instead, the pieces sway outward from one another as ...
overlay
Jewelry; General jewelry
A decorative technique which involves two separate pieces of metal. Each piece, which is usually hammered flat, receives different treatments to produce the look. The top piece is sculpted or cut ...
