| Briolette diamonds are found in antique and estate jewelry from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. They also are being newly cut, especially in larger sizes like 10 to 12 carats, primarily in India. Even larger Briolettes, up to 50 carats, are being cut in New York City.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND CUTTING ISSUES
The Briolette Cut is a drop-shaped stone with triangular or diamond shaped facets all the way around. There is no table, crown or pavilion. The more facets the drop has, the more brilliant it is. There is a lot of subtle, surface reflection in many of the older Briolettes.
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