Abstract: The present invention is directed to the combination of an article of jewelry and a connecting means therefore in which the article of jewelry comprises a chain having a plurality of spaced indentations along the side edges thereof. A clasp member is adapted to be connected to the end of the chain wherein the clasp member comprises a first portion having a passage defined by opposed sidewalls and a second portion having a terminal end. The passage receives the chain therein with the side edges of the chain adjacent the opposed sidewalls of the clasp member. The connecting means comprises a plier having opposed jaws which are movable toward and away from each other. A recess is provided in the opposed jaws which is sized to receive the passage portion of the clasp member therein. A plurality of projections are provided in the recess which have the same spacing as the indentations on the chain.