prong — /prawng, prong/, n. 1. one of the pointed tines of a fork. 2. any pointed, projecting part, as of an antler. 3. a branch of a stream. 4. Jewelry. a tapering metal projection, usually heavier than a claw, rising from the base of a jewelry setting… … Universalium
Bezel setting — The earliest method of setting gemstones into jewelry was the technique known as bezel setting. The bezel is simply a band of metal which is shaped into the size and shape of the gem and then soldered into place on the metal of the jewelry. The… … Wikipedia
Stonesetting — is the art of securely setting or attaching gemstones into jewelry. There are two general types of gemstones: cabochons, which are smooth, often domed, with flat backs. Agates and turquoise are usually cut this way, but precious stones such as… … Wikipedia
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Stonesetter — A stone setter is a specialist within the jewellery arts field who is trained in the art of setting of gemstones into jewellery. Historically, stone setting was a specialized skill, taught for example, in European trade schools. Typically an… … Wikipedia
Tie pin — Golden tiepin with emerald, 19th century A Tie pin (also known as a Stick pin), is a neckwear controlling device, originally worn by wealthy English gentlemen to secure the folds of their cravats, they were first popularized at the beginning of… … Wikipedia
Nikon F-mount — The Nikon F of 1959 embodies the original F mount. Type Bayonet External diameter 44 mm Tabs 3 Flange 46.5 … Wikipedia
Killing Joke — This article is about the musical group. For other uses, see The Killing Joke (disambiguation). Killing Joke (l r) Guitarist Geordie Walker, vocalist Jaz Coleman, returning drummer Paul Ferguson, and bassist Martin Youth Glover Background… … Wikipedia
M16 rifle — Rifle, 5.56 mm, M16 From top to bottom: M16A1, M16A2, M4A1, M16A4 Type Assault rifle Place … Wikipedia
History of the single-lens reflex camera — The history of the single lens reflex camera predates the invention of photography in 1826/27 by one and a half centuries with the use of a reflex mirror in a camera obscura first described in 1676. Such SLR devices were popular as drawing aids… … Wikipedia
