Semiprecious Gem Stones by Shapes

Briolette

Briolette refers to the pear-shaped or oval gem that is cut in long triangular facets covering its entire surface. The briolette is related to the family of rose cuts resembling a cross between a bead cut and a pear cut. In most briolette, the facets are triangular, while in some rectangular or hexagonal are also found. The briolette shapes vary from bulbous, elongated and flattened.

The briolette shape is the popular choice of the craftsmen as the interpretation of the cut is loose that allows significant creativity. Briolette with rich luster, transparency and wide colors has immense usage for making jewelry.

Marquise

The marquise shape of the gem stone refers to its pointed oval shape. The semi precious stones can be used for making jewelry, for astrological purposes etc. The pointed oval stone or cluster of pointed oval stones are ideal for necklaces, rings, pendants, bracelets etc. The beautiful colored stones in marquise shapes combined together with beads, crystals etc. are the ideal choice of the manufacturers for making fashion jewelry items that are highly sought after.

Nugget

Nugget shape refers to the small, solid lump of the semiprecious gem stones. The natural color, hard polished nuggets with holes are available in a variety of styles and sizes in different colors. The use of these nugget shaped gemstones varies from making jewelry items to decorative purposes.

The necklaces, bracelets and pendants look very appealing with the embellished nugget stones. The classic designs and styles created out of the nugget stones are timeless and perfect for those who want to add a special flare to their collection.

Carved Beads

The semiprecious gem stones are often carved in different shapes like animals, flowers, and other abstract designs to make beads. The detailed and intricate carvings are done beautifully to perfectly highlight the features of the animals or flowers. Animal types include elephants, lions, snakes, dolphins, owls, bears, eagles, dragons, turtles, sea turtles, horses, rhinos, whales, birds, squirrels, hippos and penguins.

These beads are used in jewelry as pendants, bracelets and various other jewelry items. Since the natural stones are hand-carved thus, every piece is unique in shape, size and design maintaining its individuality.

Tube

Tube refers to the hollow cylindrical shape of the gemstones. The specific gemstones in tube shapes are widely acclaimed for their particular usage in making jewelry. The bracelets, pendants, necklaces and earrings made of tube shaped semi precious stones are highly sought after and are quite in vogue.

The brilliance and luster of semiprecious gem stones is taken care of while carving them into the tube shapes. Their usage varies from making jewelry items to various other decorative purposes.