How to Choose The Best Jump Ring For Permanent Jewelry

When it comes to permanent jewelry, jump rings come in a variety of different sizes, styles & colors. The decision of which ones you would like to carry for your permanent jewelry business can be a bit difficult. To help make the process easier you should take into consideration the chain you are using, the size, gauge, and how the jump ring will look with the overall piece. The following are a few things to keep in mind when deciding which jump rings would be the most suitable for your business needs:

Consider the gauge:
Each product description at Essbe Jewelry Supply specifies the gauge that will fit that chain, charm, etc. It is best to use 22g whenever possible unless the chain is too dainty. If the chain is too dainty, use the largest gauge you can fit.

Chain shape:
Chain shape should be considered. As an example, let's say you are using the dainty chain with an oval jump ring attached to it. In the case of permanent jewelry, that style jump ring will stick out and will not make the piece seem like it is cohesive. If you have a paperclip style, you can use an oval jump ring so that it doesn't stand out as much as a regular jump ring. Take inventory of the chain you have in stock & test out which jump ring looks the best with that chain shape.

Size:
Generally, thicker chains require a larger jump ring, whereas dainty chains require a smaller jump ring. In the case of a jump ring that is too small, there may not be enough room with the chain to weld the jump ring together. Conversely, a jump ring that is too large can look out of place and detract from the overall aesthetic of the piece.

Whenever you are welding permanent jewelry, your main focus needs to be to ensure that the jewelry looks as seamless as possible so that it looks as good as possible for your customer. As a result, taking the jump ring gauge, chain shape & size into consideration will help you to ensure that your client enjoys their new jewelry and that you are able to stand behind its durability for a long time to come.