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Fastenings For Earrings

POSHJEWELS FASTENINGS FOR EARRINGS Listed below you'll find the various types of earring clasps shown in the Poshjewels catalogue. Classic spring clip-on (plate) An earring clasp with a post, or a snap-on clip that holds the earring onto the lobe even if there is no post, for women without pierced ears. This is a very light clasp and it is ideal for any type of earring, guaranteeing security and freedom at the same time. French hook The spring French hook is a loop that brings the wire behind the earlobe, letting the earring dangle freely. It was the type used most often for earrings in the past and has come back into fashion today to give modern classic jewellery an old-fashioned look. Spring clip This is a variation of the French hook, with the post held in place by the rear clip through a small hole. Earrings with a spring clip are set closer to the lobe than those with the French hook and this type of clasp is often used in contouring models, like the one shown in the photograph. Modern spring clips (wire) This clasp is used for pierced earrings. It is a stylized variation of the classic clips. Like the classic clip, however, the earring can be fastened to the lobe even if the post is eliminated. This type of clasp is used mainly for earrings with a modern look that cover the earlobe softly and hide the rear clip, which is perfectly adherent and invisible. Back or butterfly Light, simple to use and suitable for all types and earring models, the butterfly has always been very popular and preferred, not only because it is easy to wear but also because it is totally invisible, even on very small styles. Clip with rubber The clip with rubber fastening is conceived for those who have no pierced ears. It is composed by a pierced back clip with a small round rubber in the centre which prevents the postless earring to slide. The rubber makes the clip safe and perfectly sticking to the earlobe, even if it can be removed when necessary.