STERLING SILVER: Also known as "Standard Silver," sterling silver is silver alloyed with other metals to increase the hardness and durability. Generally, sterling is 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals. Some sterling silver jewelry is plated with 14kt-18kt gold and referred to as "vermeil," or "gold over sterling."

CABLE: One of the most popular and classic of chain styles, created from interlocking oval links unvarying in size.

SPRINGRING CLASP: Invented in the early 1900s this diminutive device is highly effective. It's a hollow circular metal fastener with a spring opening. This keeps the clasp closed.

FIXED: A bale that is worked into the actual design of a pendant. Typically seen in slide pendants.

LARIMAR: A variety of the mineral pectolite, Larimar’s mingling blues evoke the soothing sea of its Dominican origin. With a varied and serene palette, this gemstone is believed to make its wearer wiser, calmer, and healthier.

CABOCHON: A style of cutting gemstones to achieve a smooth, domed surface with an absence of facets.