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What is a clasp on a necklace?

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What is a clasp on a necklace?
A clasp on a necklace is a small contraption designed to keep the necklace fastened to the wearer’s neck. Different artisans use different types of clasps, such as toggle clasp, hook clasp, and barrel clasp among others. Find a collection of antique and vintage necklace clasps on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Akoya Beads Necklace Clasp Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
face and adds a note of timeless sophistication. The clasp on this necklace is a Lobster clasp in 18
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Plain Multi-Tourmaline Bead Necklace, Clasp by Christopher Walling
Located in New York, NY
carats, the clasp weighs 123 carats, and the total weight of the necklace is 1481 carats. The clasp is in
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Hermaphrodite Bracelet or Necklace Clasp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
terminals for securing the ends of a bracelet or necklace. Simply a wonderful carved cameo clasp with
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Gold Coral Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold necklace clasp. Coral beads - 5.1mm to 11.3mm. Measures - 19" long. Marked/Tested on
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Antique 19th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal and Gemstone Moth Brooch and Necklace Clasp
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k yellow gold brooch and "Modullyn" clasp bezel set with a 5.5 carat Australian Lightning
Category

2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Alexandrite, Aquamarine, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gem...

Double Strand Pearl Necklace with A White Gold , Diamond & Pearl Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This double strand Pearl necklace is set with is set with a diamond and cultured pearl clasp in 14k
Category

Vintage 1950s American Post-War Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

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