Abstract: An organization to therapeutically provide an alternative nervous nail-biting habit into a harmless biting and chewing of an extensible and retractable fishing line member rotatably mounted within a spool within a ring organization, whereint he ring organization includes a cap securable to a base with the cap including a floor mounting an abrasive plate surrounded by a protective wall to provide for fingernail grooming in lieu of a nail-biting habit. The fishing line is utilized as a biting alternative.

Abstract: The piece of jewelry, in the form of a ring, comprises a body of annular shape on the external surface of which there is provided a decoration which is attached to an arm. The arm and the decoration are situated in respective recesses in the external surface of the body. A displaceable member overlaps the body with some clearance, and it is locked into a predetermined position thereon by means of a screwed stud. In the locked position, the displaceable member completely covers the decoration. By unscrewing the stud, the displaceable member is released, and it can slide freely over the body so as to reveal the decoration. The arm, together with the attached decoration, can then pivot about a spindle mounted on the body in order to uncover personalized inscriptions situated on the external surface of the body, beneath the arm and on the two surfaces of this arm.

Abstract: A guard for protecting a finger from the blades of a pair of shears is disclosed, and includes a band of rigid yet formable planar material disposed in a ring-like configuration. The band has opposed wide and narrow ends with a gap therebetween adjustable to comfort around said finger. The band further includes a front edge oriented transverse to the finger's axis and generally perpendicular to the band's wide and narrow ends, and a rear edge angled between the wide and narrow ends so as to permit the wide end to protect the knuckle where the finger joins the hand, and so as to permit the narrow end to cover the fleshy pad beneath the finger.

Abstract: An article of jewelry has a metal finding having in its surface a recess defined by a base wall, side walls and end walls. A multiplicity of cylindrical gemstones are disposed in the recess in abutting relationship along their axial dimension and they have their ends disposed closely adjacent the side walls. The metal of the finding about the side walls is disposed over the ends of the cylindrical gemstones to retain them securely in the recess. The cylindrical gemstones have a diameter of not more than 2.2 mm and a length to diameter ratio of at least 2:1.

Abstract: A channel set ring is provided with a plurality of substantially equidistantly spaced depressions formed in the bottom of a U-shaped groove. Setting holes are formed centrally in each of the plurality of depressions. Once the gems to be set are placed with their pavilions in the setting holes, a piece of tape is used to hold the gems in place while the ring is rotated on a lathe. The upstanding rims formed by the groove are turned with a roller while the ring is rotated on the lathe. After turning the rims, the tape is removed.

Abstract: A ring with a plurality of hidden internal compartments for receiving articles includes an inner circular member and an outer circular member. The outer member defines a plurality of laterally separated, inwardly open compartments for receiving articles and an inwardly biased tab at least partially disposed in a predetermined one of the compartments. The inner circular member is concentrically mounted on the outer member for rotation relative thereto and defines a single aperture therethrough. The aperture is configured and dimensioned to at least partially receive the tab or to act as a passageway for articles into and out of a radially aligned one of the compartments, depending upon the relative rotational orientation of the inner and outer members.

Abstract: A ring includes rotatably-mounted and removable ornamental elements. The base of the ring includes a pair of ears for supporting a spindle. The spindle, formed of threadedly cooperative elements is readily disassembled to permit selective removal and reorganization of the ornamental elements.

Abstract: It is a self-shining artificial jewelry device, which mainly comprises a piece of artificial jewel having a cavity, an illuminating element being mounted inside the cavity, of which the inner surface is furnished with a plurality of facets. The outer facets of the artificial jewel are coated with a colored coating. When the illuminating element is lighted up, the light will be reflected repeatedly through the inner facets, the outer facets, and the colored coating to generate a brilliant and splendid shining; this jewelry device may be used to replace the expensive jewels and the natural crystal elements, which are deemed to have poor shining result.

Abstract: The finger ring has a mounting which has a face. There is an opening on the face which extends into a cavity in the mounting. A slot on one side of the cavity provides access to the cavity and permits a setting to be slid into the opening where it is exposed from the face of the ring. Preferrably, there is a slideable door which can be used to close off the slot when a setting is in place.

Abstract: A stable fingernail ring which is a ring designed to be worn immediately behind the first knuckle of any finger, and comprising a circular supporting section designed to be worn around the finger between the first and second knuckle and preferably immediately behind the first knuckle, a decorative section on the upper portion of the ring and supported by the circular supporting section and which extends over the fingernail of the finger on which the ring is worn, and a stabilizing section on the bottom of the ring which is designed to assure that the ring will be stabilized on the wearer's hand.

Abstract: The present invention provides a coin support including a pair of coaxially aligned rings which are axially spaced apart from each other. The rings are secured together over a limited part of their circumference with releasable retaining means being arranged to interconnect the remainder of the respective circumferences at at least one location. Thus a selected coin can be easily slid between the rings and can be simply secured therein by closing or attaching the retaining means. The rings can be incorporated in a decorative ring for a person's finger or supported on a chain to be worn around a person's neck.

Abstract: A finger ring is provided with ringlets mounted in a multiple tier arrangement. The ringlets are rotatably mounted about a removable axle. Each ringlet is coupled to the axle by a ball bearing assembly which is secured to the inside diameter of each ringlet. According to this rotary mounting arrangement, the center of gravity of each ringlet is offset with respect to its axis of rotation about the axle. Momentum imparted to each ringlet causes the ringlets to undergo separate and independent rotary movements, with the relative rates of rotation depending upon relative mass differences of the respective ringlets.

Abstract: A method of setting precious stones in jewelry includes providing a metal support element of U-shaped cross section with two lateral bands separated by a central band and defining between them a channel, providing holes in the lateral bands and placing the stones into the channel and securing the stones in place in the channel with a wire passed through the holes from one band to the other across the channel.

Abstract: A finger ring with slotted design cavities for securely holding a design panel without the need for soldering or the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of making a costume jewelry equivalent of jewelry bearing colored leaves and grapes on its surface. The method involves the forming of a brass base and ornaments both being formed with connecting parts for easy assemblage. The connecting parts comprise studs and corresponding openings. The base is plated in gold. The ornaments are etched and plated in a gold alloy, and the ornaments and base are then connected together.

Abstract: A removable holding ring on an item of jewelry holds a replaceable insert which has a groove included in its top adapted for slidably retaining a replaceable ornament with a portion exposed for public view. Resilient support between the insert and the item permits full seating of the holding ring on the item. The holding ring is attached on the item by a resilient extension with dimples to engage a reduced diameter section with grooves on the item.

Abstract: A finger ring with interchangeable stone has a finger encircling ring body with an enlarged portion having a stone setting attached thereto. A pair of V-shaped stone clamps have apexes pivotally attached to the ring body and end hooks for engaging facets of a selected stone. A threaded boss is attached to said ring body on each side of said stone setting and each accepts a clamping screw having an enlarged decorative head. The clamping screw passes through a stone clamp and threadedly engages a boss to cause the clamp hooks to secure the selected stone in the setting. By loosening the clamping screws, the stone can be quickly changed.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for forming a setting for an article such as a gemstone, and the setting formed, use a sheet metal support member defining channel-like ends that bear against ends of the article. The method includes folding a length of sheet material along an axis to form a support member defining a channel, compressing a central part of the channel while leaving the ends open thereby forming holding channels connected by to form a central web, and affixing a prong member to the web portion of the channel by soldering. The web portion of the channel is notched for receiving the prong member and bent transverse to its fold to bring the channel-shaped opposite ends of the support member into opposition. Support members can be produced to cover a range of gem sizes by trimming and notching the support member of one range size as required to fit a certain gem size in the range. The notching step is aligned such that the support member when bent defines a rectilinear notch for the prong member.

Abstract: A Mexican jumping bean toy comprising a ring which incorporates a Mexican jumping bean. The ring is constructed so that even when the caterpillar inside the Mexican jumping bean is in a dormant stage, heat and/or light will reach the bean to reactivate the caterpillar. The ring may further be structured to allow movement of the container housing the bean as the bean tosses about.

Abstract: A thumb ring construction for use as ornamentation on a hand, including a decorative gem disposed on a support base and a ring shank attached to the support base, the ring shank having undulations with respect to a vertical transverse plane. The ring shank has an axis through the opening of the ring shank mid portions that flare or are inclined relative to a central axis to enhance the fit of the ring shank to a thumb and provide rotational stability of the ring when worn on a thumb.

Abstract: A ring or article of decorative jewelry is provided that has multiple interchangeable decorative stones. The ring is made with a flexible hinged top piece securing large polished stones against a bezel rising from the ring. The stones are securely gripped by the flexible spring action of the hinged lid and it is unnecessary that the stones themselves be placed in any sort of intermediate mounting.

Abstract: A convertible ring, pendent comprising of an ornamental piece of jewelry, which may be configured as a ring or pendent, depending on the owner's needs. As a ring, the gemstone mounting or other ornamental centerpiece is held by a unique locking mechanism, in the plane perpendicular to the semi-split shank. Conversion between the two states is accomplished by movement about a fixed pin which is at the top of the semi-split shank.

Abstract: A thumb ring construction for use as ornamentation on a hand including a support base member on which a decorative gem can be disposed and a ring shank attached to the support base where the ring shank has undulations with respect to a vertical transverse plane. The ring shank and base member define an opening and a central axis through the center of the opening. The mid or side portions of the ring shank are inclined relative to the central axis to enhance the fit of the ring shank to a thumb and to provide rotational stability of the ring when worn on a thumb.

Abstract: A method for the mounting of diamonds in a ring by forming an annular groove in the ring having a V-shaped base. The groove is bordered by two upstanding rims and diamonds are placed in the groove in a row in abutting relationship and temporarily held there by wax. The rims are overturned on the peripheries of the diamonds to clamp the diamonds in the groove. The angle of the culettes of the diamonds is greater than the angle of the V-shaped base and the girdle of each diamond is forced downwardly into the groove at least to the outer extremities of the V-shaped base. The product is an annular ring of diamonds secured in a groove but spaced from the base thereof and held in position by turned in rims straddling the groove.

Abstract: An improved ring construction suitable for rings, bracelets and similar articles of jewelry, in which a metallic braided decorative strip is underpinned to the outer surface of the ring so that the end and side edgings are shielded from accidental contact during wearing by a user. The ends of the braided strip are enclosed beneath a covering lip forming a part of the ring at each end thereof, while the side edges are covered by planar circular plates soldered to the body of the ring.

Abstract: A multipartite item of jewelry particularly useful as a finger ring formed of a plurality of sections which are flexibly connected to each other in order to form a closed series of curves with the sections being constructed with a circular configuration.

Abstract: A ring (FIG. 3) composed of beads on an elastic string. The beads are disposed along the entire circumference of the ring when the ring is not on the finger. The ring can be a reminder ring.

Abstract: A means and method for making jewelry, particularly finger rings, the outer curvate surface of which is provided with a decorative band which, prior to installation is flexible along an axis perpendicular to its major axis to enable it to be fitted to the outer surface of a base member and maintained thereon by soldering or by the expansion of the base member to greater diameter.

Abstract: A bezel type finger ring formed of plural cast parts which are interconnected by soldering or pinning to form a composite article. The construction includes a circular bezel member, a bezel insert member and a ring element supporting the bezel member formed as three separate ring members.

Abstract: An article of jewelry, such as a finger ring, having a mounting for a precious or semi-precious gem, sometimes referred to as a "jewel", which enables the jewel to be freely, reciprocally movable. Such movement is permitted concurrently with movement of the wearer's finger so as to achieve eye-catching esthetic effects and unexpected enhancement of reflection of light from the jewel so as to increase its visual brilliance and beauty.

Abstract: A combination finger ring and earring comprising an arcuate section of a ring body having first and second ends, an earring stem for a pierced ear attached to the first ring end, an earring fastener removably attached to and mating with the stem when the stem is inserted through a pierced ear for use as an earring, and an extension pivotally attached to the second end for rotation toward the ring body adjacent to the second end when the earring is used and for rotation toward the ring body adjacent to the first end to form a circle when the finger ring is used.

Abstract: A convertible finger ring including a ring band supporting a gem mount, the ring band being generally U-shaped to provide resilient arms. The gem mount is received between the arms of the ring band at the ends thereof. A pin is disposed axially through the arms and gem mount to define a pivot upon which the gem mount may be rotated relative with respect to the ring band arms to provide either a pendant or ring configuration. The abutting faces of the ring band and gem mount are provided with complimentary projections and detents so that the resilient force of the ring band arms urges them into engagement to maintain the selected configuration. A shoulder portion of the gem mount prevents axial rotation beyond the finger ring and pendant configurations.

Abstract: A ring comprising a metal body which defines a plurality of finger passages is disclosed. Each of the passages is defined between a pair of orifices located peripherally on the body with an orifice being shared by two passages of different size.

Abstract: Articles of jewelry, such as rings, bracelets and the like, in which the same are of hollow construction including an imperforate liner normally in contact with the wearer. An outer member in generally surrounding relation with respect to the liner member is provided with a plurality of shaped orifices extending through the plane thereof. Inserts of contrasting color and corresponding shape and positioned within the orifices and soldered to the concealed surface of the liner. Where necessary, end plates overlie the interstice between the liner member and the outer member.

Abstract: A design for a jewel mounting structure employing a moveable setting. A jewel or other stone to be exhibited is set upon a mounting sleeve which is adapted to slideably move along a curved guide surface having a predetermined radius of curvature. A connector depends radially inwardly from the sleeve and is journeled about a shaft which lies at the center of curvature of the guide surface. Affixed to the journaling element opposite the connector and sleeve is a weighted enclosure which will cause the sleeve to rotate about the shaft until gravitational forces maintain the weighted enclosure at the lowest point of its circular arc. The jewel or other stone being exhibited will be capable of slideably moving across the guide surface but will tend to be maintained at a location based upon the positional relationship of the weighted enclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for assisting in the identification of valuable articles which comprises selecting a carrier, transcribing information as to the identity of the valuable on the carrier, and fixing the carrier to a portion of the valuable. The structure includes a miniaturized carrier of relatively innert material and having identifying intelligence thereon, wherein the carrier is adapted to be fixed or otherwise embedded in the valuable article.

Abstract: A finger ring embodies a tube located so as to project sidewardly into the finger space and to have opposite ends contoured to match the curvature of the ring periphery. A holder such as a clasp is receivable into the tube.

Abstract: A self-defense ring having a ring member with an opening for inserting a finger therethrough and a movable member coupled to the ring member, the movable member having a portion thereof within the opening for manipulation by the finger. The movable member has secured thereto a container having a chemical substance therein, manipulation of the movable member urging the container against a piercing member affixed to or integral with the ring member. A rotary safety is provided to permit actuation of the ring only when desired by the user.

Abstract: A finger ring comprised of two individually molded metal members, namely, a ring base and a ring cap joined together. The ring base is a molded circular band of metal which comprises the larger portion of the ring. The ring cap is a molded arcuate shaped metal member, slightly larger than a semi-circle which interlocks over the upper portion of the ring base. The bimetallic construction reduces the amount of precious metal required, thereby reducing the cost of construction without altering the aesthetic appearance or durability of the ring.

Abstract: A process for producing articles of jewelry, trinketry and the like, such as rings, necklaces, bracelets and the like starting from a composite tubular element made of different elements, characterized by the fact that it comprises the following steps of:Drawing a plurality of hollow tubular elements, each made of a metal of a different color or color tonality and each having an outer diameter slightly less than the inner diameter of another of said elements, while the element of the smallest outer diameter has a solid cross section;Inserting said tubular elements into each other in order to obtain a multi-layer composite tubular element having adjacent layers of different colors or color tonalities;Drawing said composite multi-layer element until the various adjacent tubular components perfectly adhere to each other;Cutting sections of the desired lengths from the composite elements obtained in preceding the step;Shaping each length of said composite element according to the desired configuration, optionally

Abstract: An ornamental ring removably attachable to at least two adjacent toes including an ornament and an attachment device for attaching the ornament to the two adjacent toes. The attachment device includes first and second hooks and each of the hooks includes a stem and a toe embracing section. The attachment device mounts the ornament on the stems with the stems projecting away from the ornament in generally the same direction. The toe embracing sections are joined to the stems respectively and extend away from each other so that the toe embracing sections can embrace the two adjacent toes, respectively. Each of the toe embracing sections is adapted to extend circumferentially less than 360.degree.. At least substantial portions of the toe embracing sections are offset from each other in a direction generally axially of the toes.

Abstract: An ornamental finger ring consists of a transparent cylindrical body having a colored liquid center, an incandescent light, a battery and a switch for causing illumination of the ring.

Abstract: In school jewelry such as school rings, bezel ring top keys, and ring top charms used as souvenirs and prom favors, a school ring top is provided having a beveled bezel and a stone with a faceted pavilion. The school ring top closely simulates the appearance of a die struck or cast ring top and provides clear and legible letters spelling out school-related information in its bezel which is made from a developed photographic film sheet with a reflecting backing layer. The bezel is slanted and of sufficient height for easy reading from a side view as well as a top view, and for accommodating a stone with a faceted pavilion. Three methods of making the miniature ring top are disclosed. One method includes doming the bezel by applying pressure to form a dome section, and then cutting a bezel out of the dome section. A second method includes cutting a bezel strip, removing a pie section from the bezel strip, and then doming by placing the ends of the pie section together.

Abstract: A contoured finger ring has a finger receiving aperture with five approximately equal sides and which is configured to pass the knuckle therethrough while the ring is at a ninety degree angle to its proper position thereon and to lock on the finger proximally of the knuckle when righted. It resists turning about the knuckle and is exteriorally configured to accommodate adjacent fingers, thereby suppressing discomfort due to pressure and rubbing against the adjacent fingers.

Abstract: An ornamental and defensive finger ring formed of a plurality of ring sections each having a central circular aperture to encircle the finger of a wearer, and held in stacked sequential, contacting relation with respect to a common central axis of the sections, at least one section being selectively adjustable for guided angular movement about the axis, between a first and ornamental position and a second position wherein the sections are releasably held in a different ornamental and defensive relation.

Abstract: An ornamental ring having a flashing capacity controlled by a minute electrical circuit incorporating one or more light-emitting diodes which are confined in the gem-display region of the ring, is disclosed. A time delay, capacitor-resistor arrangement governs the activation and deactivation of a pair of transistors whose function is to cause the light-emitting diodes to alternately flash or blink in substantially identical intervals.

Abstract: A ring shaped article of jewelry comprises a body having an assembly of settings supporting stones set therein, the settings being arranged side-by-side and fixed to each other, and a stone-retainer comprising a generally omegoid loop having extremities secured in the juncture between contiguous settings and a loop portion projecting outwardly from the juncture, filiform claw elements having respective one end portions thereof secured to the settings and opposite end portions protectively engaged within said loop portion, and intermediate portions of said elements extending around adjacent parts of said loop portion and retainingly engaging the stones.

Abstract: A ring is constructed which comprises a circular member through which a person's finger fits, side members extending upwardly from the circular member, a top portion, one end of which is secured to each side member and at least a part of which extends over the circular member, a support member attached to the top portion of the circular member, a plate member attached to the support member, a bezel, and a decorative member disposed within said bezel, said decorative member being secured to said plate member. As a variant, there may be two plate members, each secured to the top of a side member and the support member may extend up to and be secured to a top portion which extends over at least a part of each plate member.

Abstract: A cigarette holder ring consisting of a resiliently contractible ring band operable to fit snugly on any portion of the wearer's finger, and a cigarette holding clip adapted normally to be folded extremely inconspicuously into the crown portion of the ring band, but to be extended therefrom to hold a cigarette, the clip being universally movably relative to the ring band to hold the cigarette in any position relative to his finger most suitable to any individual user.