Types Of Necklace Clasps

There are many types of necklace clasps to choose from when buying necklaces (and bracelets, too). A necklace clasp is not something everyone gives a lot of thought to when purchasing a new necklace, but necklace clasps are worth some consideration.

Necklaces clasps deserve some attention for two reasons. The most important reason is security of your fine jewelry. When you make an investment in a nice piece of fine jewelry, a pricey piece of costume jewelry, or just a well loved piece with sentimental value, you don’t want to lose it. The other reason necklace clasps matter is because most clasps will show at some point during wear and a nice looking clasp can add to a necklace rather than detract from it.

Good examples of necklaces available online that are both secure and good looking include:

• toggle clasp necklace (toggle clasp necklaces are very decorative; toggle clasps are popular choices for bracelets because they look so nice)
• necklace with heart clasp (a very nice touch that decorates the back of the neck; the attention to detail is noticed and enhanced when hair is worn up off the neck)
• Akoya pearl necklace with jewel clasp (a jeweled clasp is an ideal choice for something as fine as a string of pearls; you wouldn’t want anything to take away from that beauty!)
• 9mm pearl necklace diamond clasp (see previous comment)
• Omega necklace with sapphire clasp (like pearl strings, a piece of fine gemstone jewelry like a sapphire necklace deserves a nicely matched clasp)
• barrel clasp necklace (a very safe choice that blends in and serves well as a gold necklace clasp)
• 14k necklace clasp (it’s important that gold necklaces have fine and secure clasps; gold colored metal clasps eventually discolor and cheapen the piece, even if it is of excellent quality)

If you already own a necklace with a broken clasp or one that does not optimize the look of the piece, you can ask a jeweler to give the necklace a new clasp. Also, check the clasp description on a new piece or replacement clasp for a necklace clasp aid that might act as a safety mechanism (such as a small chain to catch should the clasp come open).

Refitting a clasp may be called for if you have trouble working small, intricate necklace clasps. A magnetic necklace clasp is very easy to use. You might also ask a jeweler how to make a long necklace without a clasp that can be slipped overhead.

There are plenty of clasp options for every style of necklace. Choosing a clasp that is easy for you to work, secure, and good looking will maximize the enjoyment of your fine jewelry.