These days, earrings are available in many different styles, sizes, and metals, just like earnuts. Earnuts, also known as earring backs, hold sheppard hook-style earwires and other types of earrings in our ears. They are the number one choice for keeping your earrings on and also help you avoid losing your favorite pair of earrings. Trying out different types of earnuts can help you find the perfect pair for your earrings.
There are various types of ear studs that also offer additional support for holding larger or heavier earrings on the ears. In this article, we will look at some of the different types of earrings available for fishhook earrings and earrings.
Hook styles come in intricate designs and in a variety of styles and sizes. The post that goes into the ear piercing looks like a fishhook and hence its name. Fishhook earrings that do not come with backing can tear your earlobes and this makes wearing earnuts essential. The many types of hooks you can choose from for hook styles include:
Metal plugs: these can be purchased at specialized piercing shops. The metal plugs are round and have a small hole in the middle that is used to pass the earring hook through. They are longer and work to support the weight of your jewelry.
Shaped, plastic or rubber plugs: These are quite similar to metal plugs, but they are not as durable. The advantage of using this type of nut is that the hole in the center will stretch over time and the same nut can be used for different earrings. Another advantage is that they are quite cheap and can be purchased in bulk.
Standard Back Ears: Standard ear backs are primarily used for drop or stud earrings. They can be used for fishhook earrings if they are the correct size. These nuts are made of steel and have two bent prongs. They are usually made to fit a specific pair of earrings.
Partial Bolt-On Back – These are suitable for use on thin poles. To use them you just have to push on the back and when you have to take them out you have to unscrew them. This feature provides additional protection for your expensive earrings.
Bullet Earnuts – They have round backs, thick bottoms, and are ideal for fishhook earrings and heavy post earrings. However, each type is made to fit a specific pair of earrings, which means that if you buy one pair, you can’t expect it to match every other pair of earrings you have. Therefore, before you buy, you will need to try it on the earring you will wear it with.