What is a Jump Ring?
Jump rings are loops formed of wire. The two most common jump rings are: • open, round-shaped and made of round wire with a single cut that lets the rings be opened and closed • closed (soldered), round-shaped and made of round wire Other jump rings shapes: • oval • teardrops • diamonds • triangular wire rings • square wire rings • twisted wire rings Large and Fancy jump rings are more likely to be used as earring drops and other decorative components. Quality open jump rings Well-made open jump rings will have ends that are saw cut at 90 degrees to the “plane” of the rings. The ends will “fit” together well without showing a big gap. Inexpensive pieces are often “chisel-cut”, meaning that both ends of the wire have a point. Chisel-cut rings are often made of thinner wires that lack the strength for a well-made piece of jewelry. How are jump rings used? Connect Charms and Findings with Open Jump Rings Plain round and oval open rings are often used to connect charms to chains and bracel
