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.