[Jewelry making - Article 00925] - Re: [Orchid] Special earring clasp

[frank goss]

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    Just a guess but, it seems that the post is probably hinged on one
    side and then snaps into a clip on the other creating a mechanical
    friction lock. Look at commercial hoops for the principal although
    this is probably a bit more sophisticated. You will usually see the
    hinge pointon one side and the post wire snaps between two  wireson
    the other side that come up and are shaped much like an antique
    harp. The wire snaps in through the opening at the top 
    of the harp shape. Hope this helps. Frank Goss


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