This blog is all about the most common jewellery clasps and why it is an important factor when it comes to buying jewellery pieces. It may look simple to purchase necklaces and bracelets but, it’s not. There are things you’ll need to consider when selecting one and an important factor is its clasp. There are many types of jewellery clasps that come in all shapes, sizes, and price points.

From lobster clasps to fishhook clasps, clasps play a critical part in jewellery. The right clasps can help with everyday wear and tear and prevent damage to the pieces that you will be selling at your store.

Box Clasp

The box clasp is most commonly found on tennis bracelets and necklaces, the box clasp is a stylish clasp. It is made of a tab and a fancy box. To secure your jewellery piece, one end of the jewellery will have a tab that’s inserted into the box-shaped frame on the other end of the piece.

Spring Ring Clasp

The most common clasp we see are spring ring clasps. Round with a spring-loaded lever, when pulled back, opens the clasp, and closes when the lever is released. The spring ring clasps are generally secure but can sometimes be tricky to secure with one hand. 

Lobster Clasp

Another common clasp that is widely used is the lobster clasp. The clasp resembles a lobster claw and has a lever on one side that opens the clasp when pulled and closes when released. The lobster clasps come in a variety of shapes and sizes however are more expensive than spring rings.

Bolo Clasp

Another jewellery clasp that is considered easy to secure on your own is the bolo clasp. The bolo is usually a sturdy bead that holds the end of the bracelet or necklace together. The bolo clasp allows you to adjust jewellery depending on how long or short you want it.