Jump rings are small rings of wire used to attach wire loops or charms to other elements. Open jump rings can be opened and reclosed with chain nose pliers. Closed jump rings have been soldered, which results in a continuous, strong circle that cannot be opened. They may be used when you are connecting wire wrapped links together and need a strong joint between the links. Both types can be used as a catch for clasps such as lobster claws and S clasps. These silver-filled jump rings are both durable and economical. Silver-filled products at FusionBeads.com are made of a layer of .925 sterling silver bonded to a brass core. The sterling silver layer is 1/10 or 10% by weight of the total material. More durable than silver plating, which contains only a fraction of the silver content by comparison, silver-filled products are a beautiful, low-cost alternative to sterling silver.
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