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.
