From Abalone to Zoisite, the jewellery glossary is packed with information on cuts, gems, settings, links and styles. Simply click on the letter group of the term you'd like explained... Convert bracelet and necklace lengths from inches to centimetres with our guide - click here

		Vermeil - Gilded silver, bronze or gold
		Water resistant - Able to withstand splashes of water from rain or a shower. Higher degrees of resistance indicated by phrases such as water resistant to 100 meters White gold - An alloy of gold, copper and zinc
		Y-necklace - This style takes its name from the delicate dangle forming a Y-shape around the neck. Usually 16 to 18 inches in length Yellow gold - The most popular gold alloy. An alloy of gold, silver, copper and often zinc
		Zoisite - A grey, brown, or pink mineral, used as an ornamental stone for over 200 years