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Resembling a falling drop of water, the Briolette cut has triangular aspects which are brilliantly arranged thereby layering the circular aspects of the diamond. Briolette is one of the traditional diamond cuts and is popular even today.
The brilliance of an exquisite piece of diamond is most importantly determined by the cut which has been used to give it a polished look. The cut of a diamond enhances its beauty. The various aspects are proportionately arranged to produce the right kind of light and dimension.
Popularity of briolette cut dates back to the Victorian and Edwardian Era and is still used to make antique pieces of jewelry. This cut has proven to be the best one for adorning both antique and designer jewelries. Large sized briolette cut diamonds of about 50 carat are produced in New York. Briolette cut diamond as large as 10 to 12 carat is also produced in India.
White briolette diamonds are the most common ones but colored ones are also highly demanded. Some f the colors in which this type of diamonds are available are yellow, cognacs and champagne colors.
Briolette diamonds are mainly desired by designer-manufacturers and designer merchants. They also have great value in the auction market. Briolette cut diamonds are used in earrings, necklaces and pendants and even tiaras. The beauty of briolette shaped diamond is eternal.
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