Lobster Clasps

What Is a Lobster Clasp?

AA lobster clasp is a jewelry closure with a spring-loaded lever that opens a small, hinged gate. Press the lever, slip the gate through the ring at the other end of the chain and let go. The gate snaps shut. The name comes from its shape, which looks like a lobster claw.

Lobster Clasp Styles at Shop LC

Many clasps in the collection pair a lobster clasp with a magnetic lock. The lock attaches to the ends of a chain you already own. The two magnetic halves then join with a light touch. Locks come in round, heart, butterfly and cylindrical shapes.

A magnetic ball extender adds two inches to a chain. Sets of ten clasps suit beaded jewelry and chain repair.

Metals and Finishes

Sterling silver locks come with rhodium, 14K yellow gold or rose gold plating. Rhodium gives a bright white finish for silver and white gold chains. Gold plating matches yellow and rose gold jewelry. Mixed sets of six or nine include all three finishes.

Value packs come in goldtone, silvertone and dark silvertone. Match the clasp to the chain color so it blends in.

How It Compares to Other Clasps

A spring ring clasp has a small round trigger that can be hard to grip. A lobster clasp has a longer lever that is easier to hold. A toggle clasp uses a bar and ring and relies on tension to stay closed.

Attaching and Care

Open the jump ring on the chain end with flat nose pliers. Slide on the clasp and close the ring fully. Check that the gate springs back after each press.

Wipe sterling silver with a soft dry cloth after wear. Store clasps in a closed bag to slow tarnish.

Find Your Lobster Clasp

Browse lobster clasps at Shop LC for necklace upgrades, bracelet repairs and DIY jewelry. Shop magnetic locks, extenders and value packs in silver and gold finishes. Budget Pay is available on select styles.

FAQs

Q. What is a lobster clasp?

It is a spring loaded closure with a lever that opens a small gate, named for its claw shape.

Q. How does a magnetic lock with a lobster clasp work?

It attaches to your chain ends, and its magnetic halves join so you skip the tiny lever.

Q. Can I add a lobster clasp to an existing necklace?

Yes, attach one with a jump ring and pliers or add a magnetic lock.

Q. Which lobster clasp finishes does Shop LC offer?

Choose rhodium, 14K yellow gold or rose gold over sterling silver, plus goldtone and silvertone packs.

Q. How do I stop a silver clasp from tarnishing?

Wipe it with a soft dry cloth and store it in a closed bag.