10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BRILLIANT CUT»
Discover the use of
brilliant cut in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
brilliant cut and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Identifying American
Brilliant Cut Glass
This invaluable guide is not only a basic reference, but an identification tool that can be taken to auctions, shows, exhibits, and antique shops.
Bill Boggess, Louise Boggess,
2009
2
American
brilliant cut glass
Advice on identifying and evaluating old cut glass accompanies illustrations and descriptions of more than six hundred pieces from the Brilliant period.
Bill Boggess, Louise Boggess,
1977
Development of the Brilliant Cut Although diamond as a gemstone has been
known for over 2,000 years, the first cut to improve the optical effect was
developed in the 13th century. Previously, only rough stones were used, perhaps
with the ...
4
Report Upon the Condition and Progress of the U.S. National ...
Step-brilliant cut; rectangular girdle. Size, 8.5 by 7 by 4 mm.; weight, 1.63 carats.
Cat. Nos. a-304 ; 50283. Top<iz. Minas Geraes, Brazil. Wine. Step-brilliant cut;
square girdle. Size, 7 by 4 mm.; weight, 1.70 carats. Cat. Nos. a-305; 50288.
Topaz ...
United States National Museum,
1902
5
Congressional Serial Set
Among the garnets are ten fiat, brilliant-cut stones, one carbuncle, two long table-
cut stones, and six rose-cut from Bohemia; six Tyrolese red garnets, three
essonites (usually sold as hyacinths by the jewelers), 4 carats, 1J and one-
quarter ...
6
Annual Report - United States National Museum
Step-brilliant cut; rectangular girdle. Size, 8.5 by 7 by 4 mm.; weight, 1.63 carats.
Cat. Nos. a-304; 50283. Topaz. Minas Geraes, Brazil. Wine. Step-brilliant cut;
square girdle. Size, 7 by 4 mm.; weight, 1.70 carats. Cat. Nos. a-305; 50283.
Topaz.
United States National Museum,
1902
7
United States Congressional serial set
Topaz. Minas Geraes, Brazil. Color, pink. Step cut; elliptical girdle. Size, 7 by 6 by
6 mm.; weight, 2.64 carats. Cat. Nos. a-303; 50283. Topaz. Minas Geraes, Brazil.
Color, pink. Step-brilliant cut; rectangular girdle. Size, 8.5 by 7 by 4 mm.; weight ...
8
Fire and Blood: Rubies in Myth, Magic, and History
Nearly all gems are cut into some version of the step cut, the flat table-like cut
suitable for emeralds, or the brilliant cut, which is best for diamonds. The step cut
shows off color best, while the brilliant cut makes the most of the stone's fire.
The most common cut for a diamond is the brilliant cut. The first type of brilliant
was the single cut (or half cut) with the main table facet surrounded by eight
smaller facets on the crown (the upper part of the stone) and eight on the pavilion
(the ...
10
The Rich
Cut Glass of Charles Guernsey Tuthill
American Brilliant Cut Glass. New York: Crown Publishers, 1977- . "Charles
Tuthill: A Legend in Cut and Engraved Glass." New York Antiques & Collecting,
1987. Collecting American Brilliant Cut Glass. Atglen, Pa.: Schiffer Publishing,
1992. -.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BRILLIANT CUT»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
brilliant cut is used in the context of the following news items.
5 Most Stylish Engagement Ring Trends 2015
Rivaling the popularity of the round cut style, square brilliant cut diamonds come closest out of all of the diamond cuts to achieving the brilliance ... «First to Know, Jul 15»
Jerry Rice's yardage mark heads top five records in NFL history
With intrepid quickness, Dorsett blew into the second level of the defense, then executed a brilliant cut to his right and into the open field. «NFL.com, Jul 15»
Timeless Jewellery
Set with baguette sapphires and brilliant cut diamonds, the bracelet measured approximately 17cm and sold for £11,685 to a private European ... «News-Antique.com, Jul 15»
Remembrance Of You excels
Brilliant Cut (Selvaraj), Zucchero (Mrs. Silva) 1-27, 1,000/1-13, 600/44. They moved attractively. 1,400m: Native Force (R. Pradeep) 1-43.5, ... «The Hindu, Jul 15»
The Return of Vibrant, Contemporary Art Deco Jewels
Jewelry during this period also benefitted from advancements in gem cutting techniques, including the modern round brilliant cut style, which ... «Forbes, Jul 15»
Adrian Beltre loses 2011 AL championship ring in burglary
The Texas Ranger ring incorporates 150 round brilliant cut diamonds equaling 2 carats and the total weight of the championship ring is 51 ... «CBSSports.com, Jul 15»
Zena Robson - Prune ramblers but leave the rest
... unusual annuals such as Cleome, Didiscus, Zinnia, Clary Sage and Ammi visnaga for you to try. They all make brilliant cut flowers as well. «The Bolton News, Jun 15»
Is Nicki Minaj Really Pregnant With Meek Mill's Baby? See These …
"This looks like a 15-carat fancy yellow heart modified brilliant cut diamond mounted in platinum with a double halo of white pavé diamonds," ... «Latino Post, Jun 15»
Hull KR 32 Catalans Dragons 26: Rovers reach Challenge Cup …
... fourth after Lunt, on his KR comeback found Mantellato with a brilliant cut-out pass. The KR winger saw Horne in field to race under the posts. «Hull Daily Mail, Jun 15»
Stars open CHAN campaign with a loss
Stars had another chance to equalise in the 36th when Olunga brought in a brilliant cut back but Noah Wafula blazed wide from close range. «Capital FM Kenya, Jun 15»