Item |
Meaning or Conversion |
Hank |
6-12 Strands |
Pc |
1 Piece |
Gross |
144 Pieces |
Mass |
1200 Pieces |
1 Kilo |
2.2 Pounds |
Cent |
100 Pieces |
Mille |
1000 Pieces |
Millimetre |
1/25 Inch |
Inch |
2.54 cm (25.4 millimetres) |
Necklace Lengths: |
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Collar |
This is worn close to collar bone at the base of the neck and usually made up of three or more strands sized around 12 to 13 inches. |
Choker |
This is worn snugly around the neck and it is particularly suited to hair worn pinned up for special occasions. Usually sized around 14 to 16 inches. |
Princess |
This length is usually around 17 to 19 inches. a great length for a pendant or a high neck line. |
Matinee |
At 20 to 24 inches, this necklace is a good alround choice. Probably once thought of as the most appropriate length for early afternoon |
Opera |
The opera necklace is quite versatile as it can be worn singularly or doubled up to fit close to the neck. The length is around 28 to 34 inches. |
Lariat |
This is a necklace that us not joined but rather tied together or wrapped around the neck. The length is usually around 48 inches |