Patent ID: 6553636
Filing Date: 2003-04-29
Classification: A44C,Y10T

Abstract:
A jewelry clasp and eyelet assembly comprising:a base forming the bottom of the clasp and having a base end, and a distal end with a hook extending up from and back over said base; a jaw movably mounted with respect to said base adjacent a mid-point and having a retainer portion adapted to overlie the top of said hook; said jaw forming a closed space with said base and said hook to thereby close said clasp; a lever portion on the opposite end of said jaw for moving the retainer portion outwardly and up away from said top of said hook to open said clasp; and an eyelet for introduction into said space for direct coupling with said hook, whereby the clasp can be opened and closed by easily activated and controlled movement of said lever portion toward and away from said base, and otherwise remain securely closed.