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Art Jewelry Frequently Asked Questions


How can I determine the millimeter size of pearls and gemstones in terms of inches?

         Jewelry Tip-  To determine the approximate millimeter 

         size of pearls and gemstones in terms of inches please

         use  the conversion chart below.

 

       Approximately Inch to Millimeter = mm Conversion

                                   1/8"      4mm

                                          3/16"    5mm

                                          1/4"      6mm

                                          5/16"    8mm

                                          3/8"      9mm

                                          1/2"     12mm

                                          5/8"     16mm

                                          3/4"     18mm (Dime)

                                                       19mm (Penny)

                                                       21mm (Nickel) 

                                                       25mm (Quarter)



What are the most common necklace types and lengths worn?

Important Please Note: All items showing as a "Choker Necklace" on this site can be sized as a choker length and as a necklace length.

Simply select the length desired by clicking the "Length" pull down arrow tab.


Bib

A 16" necklace with 3 or more strands. Each strand longer than the one above.

Bracelet

Average bracelet lengths are between 7" - 7.50".

Choker

Usually 16". Also worn as a 14" and a 15".

Dog Collar

A necklace worn flush against the neck.

Graduated

A necklace with graduating pearls or gemstones. The smallest stones or pearls at the back of the necklace (near the clasp) and the largest stones or pearls in the front.

Lariat

A necklace 48" or longer. Usually tied in the front. May be worn wrapped multiple times around the neck.

Matinee

A 20" - 24" necklace that lays between the breasts.

Opera

A 28" - 32" necklace that falls just below the breasts (but is above the waist).

Princess

A necklace 18" in length.

Rope

A very long necklace approximately 40" - 45". Usually tied in a knot in the front.

Uniform

A necklace of any length with all stones or pearls the same size or uniform.






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