[Jewelry making - Article 00361] - Re: [Orchid] Position for clip-on earrings backs

[Greg DeMark]

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Grace,

    If the design allows for it you may want to try the French back or
    what is sometimes today referred to as the Omega back. 

    This items looks very much like one of the old clip on backs except
    it is an open center wire.  You still use a post that goes through
    the hole in your ear and then clip the back in place. No clutch is
    needed with this assembly. 

    This style  was very popular in the mid 20th cent. and used by some
    of the better Jewelers in the world. It works very well on heavier
    earrings. 

Good Luck
Greg DeMark
email: greg AT demarkjewelry.com
Website: www.demarkjewelry.com
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