An amethyst, pearl, enamel and diamond pendant, late 19th century, the oval-shaped amethyst set within a surround of alternating bouton-shaped pearls, rose-cut diamond collets and square-shaped black enamel collets set with rose-cut diamonds, to the pearl and diamond suspension loop, amethyst weighs approximately 75.00 carats, pearls untested, length 5.0 cm
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- 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.
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lockets
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pendants and lockets, diamond