Lobster clasp

Type of jewelry fastener

A silver lobster clasp, attached to a piece of jewelry, enlarged to show details

A lobster clasp, also known as a lobster hook, lobster claw, trigger clasp, or bocklebee clasp, is a fastener that is held closed by a spring.[1][2] The lobster clasp is opened or closed by actuating a small lever, after which it is attached to (or removed from) a short link-chain or a ring-like structure. Lobster clasps are often used for necklaces, bracelets, and keychains.

Lobster clasps are named as such because of their "pinching" mechanism, and they are often shaped like a lobster's claw.

## See also

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* Bolt snap
* Carabiner

## References

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1. ^ Aristides, C.; Irvine, S. (2007). Bejeweled: Beautiful Fashion Jewelry to Make and Wear Using Crystals, Beads, and Charms. St. Martin's Press. p. 28\. ISBN 978-0-312-37277-4. Retrieved 2019-03-16.
2. ^ Gardiner, M. (2015). Modern Chain Mail Jewelry: Chic Projects to Complete Your Look. Kalmbach Publishing Company, Books Division. p. 110\. ISBN 978-1-62700-141-0. Retrieved 2019-03-16.