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Glossary




Demi-Parure

A suite of matching jewellery. Less elaborate than a Parure.

Diadem

A crown. 

Diamond

Created in the mantle of the earth, diamonds are gemstones created from crystalised carbon that has formed under intense pressure and heat. Due to their compouned cubic crystal structure these gemstones are incredibly hard and durable. Used anciently as tools for engraving, the word diamond comes from the Greek 'adamas' which translated means 'unconquerable'.

Dispersion

When white light passes through a stone the different wavelengths split and exist in rainbow colours.