Deformable jewelry article

Abstract

An article of jewelry (100) comprises at least one first part (1), at least one second part (2) movably mounted on the first part (1), and a deformable housing (3) connecting the first part (1) and the second part (2).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention generally relates to the field of jewelry, and more particularly to components such as rings, bracelets or pendants. Background Art

[0002] Jewelry components are known that offer the possibility of telescopic extension movement in the axial direction, in particular rings, as disclosed for example in document EP0642750.

[0003] However, the components of the prior art have the following disadvantages: the risk of pinching the user in the case of movement of the component; providing an inelegant stepped structure that may get inadvertently stuck; being non-intuitive during telescopic movement; and being complex to use. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The object of the present invention is to propose a new construction of a jewelry component such as a ring, earring or pendant, which offers new mechanical and / or aesthetic possibilities while facilitating manufacturing. Furthermore, the present invention aims to reduce the risk of pinching the user in the case of movement of the component, have an elegant structure that limits the risk of getting inadvertently stuck, be intuitive during the movement of the component and be simple to manufacture and use.

[0005] Thus, in a first aspect, the present invention relates to a jewelry item comprising:

[0006] at least one first component,

[0007] at least one second component, the at least one second component being movably mounted on the first component, and

[0008] a deformable casing, the deformable casing being fixed to the first component and being fixed to the second component.

[0009] The second component can thus move relative to the first component, that is to say, it is assembled to the first component in a manner that enables movement.

[0010] This makes it possible to propose a jewelry item with a new construction, in particular a ring or pendant, which offers new mechanical and / or aesthetic possibilities while facilitating manufacturing. Furthermore, this makes it possible to reduce the risk of pinching the user in the case of movement of the component, present an elegant structure that limits the risk of getting inadvertently stuck, be intuitive during the movement of the component and be simple to manufacture and use.

[0011] Advantageously, the deformable casing is a network of articulated elements.

[0012] This makes it possible to propose an elegant jewelry item that is easy to use and provides a comfortable and deformable feel for touch.

[0013] In other words, the articulation elements of the network together form the outer wall of a (outer) deformable shell, the articulation elements being able to move relative to each other and being articulated to each other so that the outer wall is deformable. "Deformable" means in this context that the deformation of the wall occurs while maintaining the dimensions of the articulation elements, without deforming the material. This is simply a relative displacement of the articulation elements relative to each other, which allows the deformation. Thus, the degrees of freedom provided for the design between the articulation elements determine the possible deformations. Thus, the jewelry item can take on countless shapes, depending on the forces to which it is subjected, whether it is pressure from the wearer or user, or the action of gravity on the wall, which can deform under its own weight when free. "Articulated" means the fact that the articulation elements are linked while maintaining a certain degree of movement relative to each other. This makes it possible to propose a jewelry item with a deformable outer wall, which offers new possibilities for designers to design the shape of the jewelry item, and for users to have more tactile interactions with their jewelry, as well as the possibility of deforming it and playing with it. In particular, the articulation elements linked together to form the network allow the outer wall to at least partially resume its initial shape and volume after having undergone compression, bending or even stretching.

[0014] Preferably, the articulation elements are formed integrally. Preferably, adjacent articulation elements are articulated together, or at least some adjacent articulation elements are articulated together.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment, the wall is elastically deformable.

[0016] This makes it possible to return to the nominal or initial shape after deformation due to stress (such as pressing).

[0017] Advantageously, each articulation element includes an outer panel.

[0018] Advantageously, the articulation elements include interlaced parts, preferably helical interlaced parts, so that the articulation elements engage with each other.

[0019] This makes it possible to hold and engage the articulation elements together in order to ensure mechanical strength.

[0020] Advantageously, the network of articulation elements is arranged to limit the amplitude of displacement of the deformable shell.

[0021] Advantageously, the network of articulation elements is arranged to limit the amplitude of displacement of a second part relative to a first part.

[0022] This makes it possible to limit the movement between the parts relative to each other and to ensure that they return to the initial position in a simple manner.

[0023] Advantageously, the network of articulation elements has a plurality of mesh sizes between the articulation elements.

[0024] Advantageously, the mesh size near the first or second component is different from the mesh size at a distance from the first or second component.

[0025] Advantageously, the deformable housing is flexible. "Flexible" means an item that can be easily folded and / or refolded without breaking or being damaged.

[0026] This makes it easier to manufacture the jewelry item while ensuring a smoother and more regular movement.

[0027] Advantageously, the jewelry item also includes an elastic piece that is at least partially arranged on or under the deformable housing to allow elastic recovery of the housing.

[0028] This makes it possible to ensure a reversible and intuitive operation of the jewelry item.

[0029] Advantageously, the elastic piece includes a plurality of parts, each part having elasticity, and wherein the elasticity of at least one of the parts is different from the elasticity of the other parts.

[0030] Advantageously, the elastic piece includes a plurality of parts having the same elasticity.

[0031] Advantageously, at least one hinge element is supported by an elastic piece (or elastic member), such as an elastic meshing.

[0032] This makes it possible to impart an elastic characteristic to the deformation of the outer wall, which returns to its initial shape after being deformed under the action of the elastic member. In the case where the outer wall is held by the elastic member, if the elastic force is greater than the weight of the wall, the outer wall is no longer completely free to deform, especially under its own weight.

[0033] Advantageously, the jewelry item also includes a return spring that is arranged to return the movement of the housing or the second component.

[0034] This makes it possible to ensure a reversible and intuitive operation of the jewelry item.

[0035] Advantageously, the movement of the second component is telescopic. "Telescopic" means the movement in which elements or components are assembled together and slide into each other.

[0036] Advantageously, the movement of the second component is radial.

[0037] Advantageously, the jewelry item also includes at least one connection between the first and second components, and wherein the connection is preferably selected from a slider, a sliding pivot, a pivot, a hinge, a ball joint or an ovetail.

[0038] Advantageously, the first component and / or the second component is a bushing, preferably a rigid bushing.

[0039] Advantageously, at least one of the hinge elements is inlaid or decorated.

[0040] This makes it possible to propose an elegant jewelry item that is compatible with the movement between the components and their inlay or decoration.

[0041] Advantageously, the deformable housing is arranged to cover the outer part of the bushing.

[0042] This makes it possible to propose a jewelry item with a deformable outer housing.

[0043] Advantageously, the hinge elements include a coating, such as a non-stick coating or a self-lubricating coating. The coating can be made of, for example, bronze or metal or polymer in order to improve the sliding between the hinge elements and to make the deformable housing more flexible, soft and comfortable.

[0044] Advantageously, the deformable housing has a toric shape, preferably an asymmetric toric shape.

[0045] This makes it possible to propose an intuitive jewelry item that is easy to use and construct, while being comfortable and deformable when touched.

[0046] Another aspect of the present invention relates to a jewelry item comprising:

[0047] at least one first component having a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and

[0048] a deformable housing fixed to the first component and connecting the first side to the second side so as to cover the first component.

[0049] This makes it possible to propose a jewelry item having the advantages mentioned with respect to the present invention.

[0050] Advantageously, the jewelry item further comprises at least one crosspiece arranged between the first side and the second side.

[0051] This makes it possible to reinforce the jewelry item and maintain a constant distance between the two sides of the first component, as well as maintain the spacing of the deformable housing, which can be a network of hinge elements.

[0052] Advantageously, the jewelry item further comprises:

[0053] at least one second component movably mounted on the first component.

[0054] Advantageously, the jewelry item further comprises:

[0055] At least one hinge or clasp disposed between the first and second components and preferably hidden by a deformable housing.

[0056] Whenever possible and necessary, the embodiments and aspects of the present invention may be coupled together, or parts thereof may be used in other embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0057] Other features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent after reading the following detailed description of embodiments of the invention given by way of non - limiting example and illustrated by the drawings, in which:

[0058] Figure 1 A jewelry item according to a first embodiment of the present invention is shown in cross - section,

[0059] Figure 2 A jewelry item according to a variant of the first embodiment is shown in cross - section and perspective view,

[0060] Figure 3 A perspective view of a jewelry item according to the first embodiment is shown,

[0061] Figure 4 A detailed top - view of the hinge element of the jewelry item is shown,

[0062] Figure 5 A detailed perspective bottom - view of two hinge elements is shown,

[0063] Figure 6 A detailed perspective view of two hinge elements is shown,

[0064] Figure 7 A jewelry item according to a second embodiment of the present invention is shown in cross - section,

[0065] Figure 8 A jewelry item according to a third embodiment of the present invention is shown in exploded perspective view,

[0066] Figure 9 A detailed view of a jewelry item according to the third embodiment of the present invention is shown in perspective view,

[0067] Figure 10 Showing according to Figure 9 A detailed view of a jewelry item according to the third embodiment of the present invention in a perspective view opposite to the view of

[0068] Figure 11 A detailed view of a jewelry item according to the third embodiment of the present invention is shown in cross - section view,

[0069] Figure 12 Shows an exploded perspective view of a jewelry item according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Description

[0070] Figure 1 Shows a jewelry item 100 according to the present invention. The jewelry item 100 can be, for example, a ring 100, an earring 100, or a pendant 100, without being limited to these examples.

[0071] The ring 100 includes at least a first component 1 and at least a second component 2 movably mounted relative to the first component 1.

[0072] The ring 100 further includes a deformable housing 3 connecting the first component 1 and the second component 2. The deformable housing 3 is thus fixed to the first component 1 and fixed to the second component 2. Preferably, the link between the deformable housing 3 and the first and second components 2 is non-detachable.

[0073] Preferably, the deformable housing 3 can be a network of hinge elements 20. The hinge elements 20 are capable of moving relative to each other, which allows the deformable housing to deform under the action of, for example, the pressure of a user's finger.

[0074] The second component 2 is capable of moving relative to the first component 1, for example, at a connection portion 2g (such as a sliding connection portion) between the first component 1 and the second component 2. The connection portion 2g between the first component 1 and the second component 2 can also be a sliding pivot, a ball joint, a segment, or a dovetail, without being limited to these examples.

[0075] Thus, the pressure from the user on the articulated element 20 of the network enables the articulated element 20 to be moved, and also enables adjacent articulated elements 20 to be moved, and gradually enables at least a second part 2 that is at least partially fixed to the articulated element 20 (for example by means of an external articulated element 20ex of the network of articulated elements 20) to be moved. Thus, the pressure from the user enables the second part 2 to be moved along the connection part 2g between the second part 2 and the first part 1. In other words, the connection part 2g between the first part 1 and the second part 2 enables the displacement of the articulated element 20 to be facilitated. Thus, the deformation of the deformable housing 3 is facilitated and its amplitude can be increased. In addition, the deformation of the deformable housing 3 can also be limited, for example, by an abutment at the connection part 2g, in order to limit the deformation of the deformable housing 3 and, for example, avoid jamming at the level of the articulated element 20. In other words, the external articulated element 20ex is fixed to the first part 1 and / or the second part 2 and is fixed to the rest of the network of articulated elements 20. Each of the articulated elements 20ex may include a part (such as a base 20b) attached to the first part 1 and / or the second part 2 and one or more interlaced parts 20e to be attached to the rest of the network of articulated elements 20.

[0076] In addition, the network of articulated elements 20 can limit the amplitude of the displacement of the deformable housing 3 and thus limit the amplitude of the displacement of the second part 2, particularly the amplitude of the displacement relative to the first part 1.

[0077] In addition, the ring 100 may include an elastic member 4 disposed below or on the deformable housing 3. In Figure 1 the illustration, the elastic member 4 is disposed below the deformable housing 3 and presses below the articulated element base 20b of the articulated element 20. This enables the deformable housing 30 to be elastically restored. The elastic member 4 can be provided below a number of articulated element bases 20b. In addition, the elastic member 4 can be provided with a base 4b, which may include a network of elongate elastic members (or elongate parts) in order to hold and / or restore the network of articulated elements 20. The elongate parts can extend from the base 4b to the articulated element base 20b.

[0078] The first part 1 may be a bushing, preferably a rigid bushing, and the deformable housing 3 may cover the first part 1. Preferably, each of the first part 1 and / or the second part 2 may be integral, monolithic, made in one piece, and / or without internal articulation. In addition, the second part 2 is preferably directly mounted on the first part 1.

[0079] The first part 1 may have a longitudinal axis X and a recess arranged to receive a user's finger along the longitudinal axis X. The first part 1, especially in the case where it is a bushing, has a radial axis Z, which preferably passes through the center of gravity of the bushing.

[0080] The base 4b of the elastic member 4 may preferably be fastened or fixed to the external hinge element 20ex.

[0081] A connection (such as a sliding connection) may also be provided between the base 4b of the elastic member 4 and the elongated portion.

[0082] In addition, different elasticities may be provided between the elongated portions of the elastic member 4 to facilitate the movement of the second part 2.

[0083] The elastic member 4 is preferably located in the lower layer, that is to say, it is located below the network of hinge elements 20 and at least partially hidden by the network of hinge elements. In other words, the elastic member 4 is arranged between the hinge element 20 and the first part 1 and / or the second part 2.

[0084] Figure 2 Shows a jewelry item 100, such as a ring 100, according to a variant of the first embodiment in a sectional perspective view.

[0085] As much as possible and necessary, repeat the reference numerals common between the embodiments.

[0086] In this embodiment, symmetry may be provided for the network of hinge elements 20, for example, with respect to the axis Z. In the same way, symmetry may be provided for the elastic member 4, for example, symmetric with respect to the axis Z1. Therefore, an offset between the axis Z and the axis Z1 is possible, which allows for significant design freedom, especially for aesthetic and ergonomic reasons, and also facilitates the sliding of the second part 2 relative to the first part 1. It should be noted that with reference Figure 1 , the axes Z and Z1 are the same.

[0087] Figure 3 Shows a first embodiment of the ring 100 to illustrate its final visual effect. The ring 100 may include decorative elements. For example, the inlay of diamonds 20d may be provided at the level of the hinge element 20. Instead of or in addition to the diamonds 20d, precious stones (such as precious stones, fine stones or organic stones) or another decorative element may also be provided.

[0088] In addition, the "network of articulation elements 20" means a set of meshes, more or less densely interwoven to form a grid, lattice or crossing. In other words, it is a mesh fabric, preferably a metal mesh fabric, that is, obtained by the regular assembly of wires (preferably metal wires) or interlaced fibers (by meshing with a single wire or by weaving with several wires), or formed by a single continuous piece made by three-dimensional printing (also known as 3D printing), which is a flexible and thin set. In this case, the interwoven pieces and the panels are advantageously formed as a continuous piece. Reference Figures 4 to 6 The articulation element 20 is represented and described in more detail.

[0089] Figure 4 Shows a detailed top view of the articulation element 20.

[0090] Here, the "top view" means the view seen perpendicularly to the surface of the housing when the articulation elements 20 are assembled into a network of articulation elements 20 to form the housing 3, from outside the ring 100.

[0091] As described above, each articulation element 20 includes an outer panel 20p. In Figure 4 the example shown, each articulation element 20 includes four interwoven pieces 20e, preferably helically interwoven pieces.

[0092] The articulation element 20 is represented by a rhombus 20d provided on the outer panel 20p. For example, the dimensions of the panel 20p are approximately 1.60 mm on each side. The mobility of the panel 20p allows for light reflections and effects to be produced in the inlaid gemstones. In addition to or instead of inlaying, it is also possible to provide smoothing of the panel 20p or to create textures on the panel 20p, or to provide surface heat treatment to give, for example, a satin-like or colored appearance. This gives a new type of jewelry item that provides an original aesthetic and allows the user to interact tactilely with their jewelry item 100 to deform it or produce light effects on the panel 20p or the inlaid gemstones.

[0093] Claws 20g can be provided to hold the diamond 20d in place.

[0094] Figure 5 Shows a detailed perspective bottom view of two articulation elements 20.

[0095] Here, the "bottom view" means the view seen from inside the ring 100 when the articulation elements 20 are assembled into a network of articulation elements 20 to form the housing 3.

[0096] As described above, each articulation element 20 includes an articulation element base 20b.

[0097] The articulating elements 20 are intertwined: the intertwining pieces 20e of the articulating element 20 are intertwined with the intertwining pieces 20e of another adjacent articulating element 20. Thus, the intertwining pieces 20e are in a position of engaging with each other, that is, they are held together with a certain gap. This enables the articulating elements 20 to be meshed together in order to connect them. In other words, the network of the articulating elements 20 is also a network of meshes.

[0098] A gap can be provided between the panels 20p of the articulating element 20. The gap between two articulating elements 20 is typically 0.1 mm to 0.2 mm at the level of the panels 20p. This gap is not contradictory to the fact that the surfaces of the panels are substantially continuous with each other to form an outer wall.

[0099] Figure 6 A detailed perspective view showing two articulating elements 20.

[0100] The articulating elements 20 are intertwined with each other via the intertwining pieces 20e. The height of the articulating element 20 is typically measured as 1.6 mm.

[0101] Figure 7 Shows a second embodiment of the ring 100.

[0102] The dimensions of the ring 100 can be modified so as to provide, for example, a more rounded shape for the deformable housing 3. Thus, in a preferred embodiment, the deformable housing 3 is a toric shape as Figure 7 illustrated in, and in particular an asymmetric toric shape.

[0103] The articulating element 20 is preferably made by 3D printing or by welding (or sintering). The articulating element 20 can be made of any suitable material (such as gold, silver, steel or plastic material). This also applies to the first part 1 and / or the second part 2. The elastic member can be made of, for example, an elastomer or silicone.

[0104] The elastic member 4 can be an elastic grid, also known as a buffer. The elastic grid 4 forms a framework that supports and holds the network of the articulating elements 20. The elastic grid can be made by 3D printing. The elastic member 4 can have a lattice structure or can be made of a composite material.

[0105] Preferably, the elastic member 4 can be an elastic grid including a network of elastic elements, where, for example, solid portions are separated by perforated portions. The solid portions are preferably arranged to face the base 20b of the articulating element so as to elastically hold them.

[0106] Thus, when the user presses on the jewelry item 100 at the level of one or more panels 20p, the articulating elements 20 are elastically held, that is, once the user's pressing ends, they return to their initial positions.

[0107] This also provides resistance to the pressure exerted by the user, which is comfortable for touching and allows playing with the wall of the ring 100.

[0108] The perforated part of the elastic grid also contributes to the good mechanical strength of the grid, in particular by limiting blistering, plastic indentation or deterioration of the elastic grid.

[0109] Preferably, when viewed from above, the mesh openings, which are the repeating pattern of the elastic grid, are in a diamond shape.

[0110] Preferably, the elastic grid is composed of mesh openings that are similar or proportional (or corresponding) in size to the mesh openings of the network of the articulation elements. In practice, the mesh openings of the network of the articulation elements and the mesh openings of the elastic grid are not the same.

[0111] As a variant, the elastic grid can be wider or looser, that is to say, the size of the mesh openings is larger, and for example, half the size of only the base 20b of the articulation element can ensure elastic support.

[0112] Figure 8 A jewelry item according to a third embodiment of the invention is represented in an exploded perspective view.

[0113] The ring 100 is illustrated as having an elastic member 4 and a first part 1.

[0114] Thus, the elastic member 4 can match the internal shape of the network of the articulation elements 20, in particular in order to hold it at the level of the plurality of held articulation elements 20. The elastic member 4 thus also forms a network, which preferably corresponds to the network of the articulation elements 20. Alternatively, it can be provided that there is not necessarily a correspondence between the network of the articulation elements 20 and the network of the elastic member 4: network bars of the elastic member 4 can be provided for several of the articulation elements 20, rather than all of the articulation elements 20 being directly held by the network of the elastic member 4. Thus, the rigidity and flexibility can be adjusted by adjusting the number of articulation elements 20 directly held by the network of the elastic member 4, for example 0% to 30%, 0% to 50%, 0% to 75% or 0% to 100%.

[0115] The external articulation elements 20ex are preferably connected or fixed to the first part 1.

[0116] Alternatively, the element 20ex is not directly connected to the part 1.

[0117] The element 20ex is connected to a rigid bushing 21ex, preferably directly manufactured or welded during printing. These bushings 21ex can be welded to the small rods 30 and 31, and then integrally fastened to the part 1 by fastening the small rods 30 and 31 of the ring 100 (by threaded connection or pin), which simplifies disassembly, installation and after-sales service.

[0118] Figure 9 A detailed view of a jewelry item according to a third embodiment of the present invention is shown in perspective.

[0119] The ring 100 may include one or more rungs or bars 30, 31, as described above, so as to preferably maintain the lateral spacing of the network of articulation elements 20 via the rigid bushings 21ex. In Figure 9 and Figure 10 the example of, the ring 100 includes Figure 10 the first rung 30 and the second rung 31 as illustrated.

[0120] The first rung 30 is shown at the top, and the second rung 31 is hidden by the first part 1 and fastened by one (or more) screws 41. Thus, the first part 1 is tightened and fixed to the rung 31 by the screws 41.

[0121] Figure 10 In a perspective opposite to the view of Figure 9 a detailed view of a jewelry item according to a third embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0122] The rung 30 is fastened and fixed to the first part 1 by one (or more) pins 40 received in a housing 40h. The rungs 30, 31 are welded or produced by 3D printing so as to be fixed to the external articulation elements 20ex of the first row or to the bushings 21ex.

[0123] In a specific embodiment, the heads of the screws 41 and the pins 40 are hidden by welding or brazing while allowing disassembly, particularly for repair and maintenance.

[0124] Figure 11 A detailed view of a jewelry item according to a third embodiment of the present invention is shown in cross-section.

[0125] The screw 41 screwed into the threaded hole 41h of the rung 31 can be seen. Similarly, the pin 40 received in the calibrated hole 40h of the rung 30 (and the first part 1) can be seen.

[0126] The edges of the articulation network, also referred to as the external articulation elements 20ex, may be integral with the first part 1 or fixed to the rigid bushings 21ex. They are preferably produced directly by 3D printing. In other words, the external articulation elements 20ex are fixed to the rigid bushings 21ex on one side and to the rest of the network of articulation elements 20 on the other side.

[0127] In Figures 9 to 11 the rest of the network of articulation elements 20 is hidden for better readability of the figure.

[0128] Figure 12 Exploded perspective view of a jewelry item according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

[0129] Figure 12 Shows a fourth embodiment, which is a bracelet 200.

[0130] The bracelet 200 includes a first part 101 and a second part 102 movably mounted on the first part 101.

[0131] The first part 101 and / or the second part 102 preferably includes a network of hinge elements 20. The second part 102 can be made of a rigid mesh (or a rigid part with the appearance of a mesh), and the first part 101 can be made of a flexible mesh.

[0132] The bracelet 200 further includes a hinge 107 that connects the first part 101 and the second part 102, allowing rotational movement between them to allow the bracelet 200 to be opened.

[0133] The bracelet 200 further includes clasps or pushers 105, 106 that connect the first part 101 and the second part 102 for fixing the parts together to allow the bracelet 200 to be closed. The clasp includes a first part 106 fastened to the first part 101 and a second part 105 fastened to the second part 102.

[0134] The bracelet 200 further includes an elastic member (not shown), which is preferably made of polyurethane and is received in the first part 101 and / or the second part 102.

[0135] The bracelet 200 further includes a first inner cover 108, which is preferably rigid to enclose the internal space of the first part 101 and, if necessary, hide the elastic member (not shown).

[0136] The bracelet 200 further includes second inner covers 103, 104, which are preferably rigid to enclose the internal space of the second part 102 and, if necessary, hide the elastic member (not shown). The second covers 103, 104 can be made of several parts, with a removable cover 103 to facilitate the repair and maintenance (such as its replacement) of the network of hinge elements 20 and / or the elastic member. Such a removable cover can also be provided for the first part 1. The removable cover can be fastened to the edge of the cover 104 by one or more screws (for example, four).

[0137] The external articulation element 20ex is fixed on one side to the hinge 107 and the clasps 105, 106 and on the other side to the rest of the network of articulation elements. Alternatively, the hinge 107 and the clasps 105, 106 can be fixed to the covers 104, 108. The hinge 107 and the clasps 105, 106 can be hidden by the network of the articulation element 20. The hinge 107 and / or the pusher 105, 106 can be below the mesh such that the free end of the mesh will be at the level of the clasp or of the hinge.

[0138] The external articulation element 20ex can be fixed to the covers 108, 104 and in particular fastened to this cover by the base 20b.

[0139] It should be understood that various modifications and / or improvements obvious to the person skilled in the art can be made to the various embodiments of the invention described in this specification.

[0140] In particular, with reference to the possibility of having other dimensions or other materials for the various elements, such as the first part, the second part, the deformable housing, the interlacing, without being limited thereto. It can be provided that the elastic element 4 supports a single articulation element 20 or that the elastic element 4 is overmolded with the network of articulation elements 20. Thus, a gel filling can be provided at the level of each articulation element 20 or of the underlying ring formed by the gel. It can further be provided that the elastic element 4 also acts as a buffer.

[0141] More generally, a support can also be provided between the first part 1 and / or the second part 2 and the housing. The support can be elastic, such as the elastic element 4 mentioned above, but can also be rigid to form a base against the deformation of the external housing. The support can also be a combination of an elastic part and a rigid part.

[0142] These embodiments can be combined as much as possible or as necessary.

Claims

1. A jewelry item (100), said jewelry item comprising: at least one first component (1), at least one second component (2), said at least one second component being movably mounted on the first component (1), and a deformable housing (3), said deformable housing being fixed to the first component (1) and being fixed to the second component (2).

2. The jewelry item (100) according to the preceding claim, wherein the deformable housing (3) is a network of hinge elements (20).

3. The jewelry item (100) according to the preceding claim, wherein the network of hinge elements (20) is arranged to limit the amplitude of displacement of the deformable housing (3).

4. The jewelry item (100) according to claim 2, wherein the network of hinge elements is arranged to limit the amplitude of displacement of the second component relative to the first component.

5. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein the network of hinge elements (20) has a plurality of mesh sizes between the hinge elements (20).

6. The jewelry item (100) according to the preceding claim, wherein the mesh size near the first component (1) or the second component 82) is different from the mesh size at a distance from the first component (1) or from the second component (2).

7. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the deformable housing (3) is flexible.

8. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, said jewelry item further comprising an elastic member (4), said elastic member being at least partially disposed on or under the deformable housing (3) so as to allow elastic recovery of the housing (3).

9. The jewelry item (100) according to the preceding claim, wherein the elastic member (4) comprises a plurality of parts, each part having elasticity, and wherein the elasticity of at least one of said parts is different from the elasticity of the other parts.

10. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, said jewelry item further comprising a return spring, said return spring being arranged to return the movement of the housing (3) or the second component (2).

11. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the movement of the second component (2) is telescopic.

12. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the movement of the second component (2) is radial.

13. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, said jewelry item further comprising at least one connection between the first component (1) and the second component (2), and wherein the connection is preferably selected from a slider, a sliding pivot, a pivot, a ball joint or a dovetail.

14. The jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first component (1) is a bushing, preferably a rigid bushing.

15. A jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one of the hinge elements (20) is inlaid or decorated.

16. A jewelry item (100) according to the preceding claim, wherein the deformable housing (3) is arranged to cover an outer portion of the bushing.

17. A jewelry item (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the deformable housing (3) has a toric shape, preferably an asymmetric toric shape.

18. A jewelry item (100), the jewelry item comprising: at least one first component (1) having a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and a deformable housing (3) fixed to the first component (1) and connecting the first side to the second side so as to cover the first component (1).

19. A jewelry item (100) according to the preceding claim, the jewelry item further comprising at least one crossbar disposed between the first side and the second side.

20. A jewelry item (100) according to any one of claims 18 or 19, the jewelry item further comprising: at least one second component (2) movably mounted on the first component (1).

21. A jewelry item (100) according to claim 20, the jewelry item further comprising: at least one hinge and / or clasp disposed between the first component and the second component and preferably hidden by the deformable housing.

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