These days, earrings are available in different styles, sizes, and metals, just like earrings. Earnuts, also known as earring studs, hold sheppard hook style earrings and other types of earrings in our ears. They are the number one choice for keeping earrings on and also help you avoid losing your favorite pair of earrings. Trying on different types of earrings can help you find the perfect pair for your earrings.
There are several types of hooks that also offer additional support to hold larger or heavier earrings in place on the ears. In this article, we will look at some of the different types of hooks available for earrings and fish hook earrings.
Hook styles come in intricate designs and a variety of styles and sizes. The post that goes into the ear piercing resembles a fish hook and this is how they got their name. Fishhook earrings that do not come with back support can tear the earlobes and this makes the use of hooks essential. The many types of hooks that you can choose from for hook styles include:
Metal plugs – These can be purchased at specialty piercing stores. 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.
Shape, Plastic, or Rubber Plugs – These are quite similar to metal plugs, but they are not as durable. The advantage of using this type of hook is that the hole in the center will stretch for some time and the same hook can be used for different earrings. Another advantage is that they are quite inexpensive and can be purchased in bulk.
Standard ear backs: Standard ear backs are mainly used for earrings or drop earrings. They can be used for hook earrings if they are the correct size. These hooks are made of steel and have two bent ends. They are usually made to fit a specific pair of earrings.
Partial Screw Backs – They are suitable for use on thin posts. To use them, you just have to push on the back and when you have to remove them, you have to unscrew them. This feature provides additional protection for your expensive earrings.
Bullet Earnuts – They have round backs, chunky bottoms, and are great for fishhook earrings and heavy post earrings. But, 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 go with every other pair of earrings you have. Therefore, before buying, you will need to test it on the earring you will wear it with.
