Pattern
pat·tern | ˈpa-tərn
noun
A general term for repeated, decorative jewelry designs
Patterns are an element of the different styles and trends that influence jewelry and popular fashion throughout history. One of the most rudimentary jewelry design elements, patterns can include specific techniques used to present a certain look or use a certain material or process to treat that material. As examples melee, milgrain and filigree are considered basic jewelry patterns. Other patterns have developed over time related to certain eras of jewelry. The way a ring is set, the stone is cut, or other elements are added to the piece to augment its look are all related to the overall pattern used. This may apply to other types of pieces as well.
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			Padparadscha Sapphire
			
			Paillons
			
			Palladium
			
			Pampilles
			
			Parure
			
			Passamenterie
			
			Paste
			
			Patina
			
			Pattern
			
			Pave
			
			Pavilion
			
			Pear Cut
			
			Pearl
			
			Peek-a-boo Diamond
			
			Pendaloque
			
			Pendant
			
			Peridot
			
			Petite
			
			Pewter
			
			Pietra Dura
			
			Pinchbeck
			
			Pique
			
			Pit
			
			Planishing
			
			Platinum
			
			Plique-a-jour
			
			Plot
			
			Point
			
			Polished
			
			Pomander
			
			Popigai Crater
			
			Poseidon
			
			Posy Ring
			
			Pot Metal
			
			Precious Gemstone
			
			Precious Metal
			
			Princess Cut
			
			Prong Setting
			
			Proportion
			
			Proposal