Bulgari Rosette Suite with Fancy Coloured Sapphires and Diamonds

An extraordinary Bulgari 18ct gold, fancy coloured sapphire and…
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An extraordinary Bulgari 18ct gold, fancy coloured sapphire and diamond 'rosette' suite, circa 2005, comprising: a necklace modelled as a continuous line of geometric plaques pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds supporting a fringe of multi-coloured claw-set modified rose-cut sapphires cascading into an articulated tassel, pendant length 80 mm, inner circumference 420 mm (adjustable), a bracelet, length 200 mm (adjustable), and a pair of earrings en suite, length 60 mm, detachable post and clip fittings, signed Bulgari (3)., Literature, Amanda Triossi and Daniela Mascetti, Bulgari, Thames and Hudson, London, 2007, pp. 128 (illustrated, another example).

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  • Rosette - A stylised circular-shaped disk with turned or carved decoration decoration applied to a surface, or carved into the surface, especially used in ceramics, jewellery, furniture, sculpture and textiles. Also known as a boss or a paterae or patera.
  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • Rose Cut - A flat based cut for a preious stone, leaving the surface covered with triangular facets, usually 24 in total.

    It was introduced in the 15th century and popular during the 16th and 17th centuries.

    The rose cut was the most popular form of diamond cut until the discovery of the brilliant cut at the end of the 17th century, after which its use declined.
  • Claw Set Jewellery - The description "claw set" in jewellery refers to a setting where the gemstone is held in place by metal prongs that resemble claws. These prongs are bent over the edges of the gemstone to secure it in the setting. This type of setting is commonly used for diamonds and other precious stones.

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