I agree. Same was done to the diamond and sapphire bracelets of the Wedding Gift Parure: they removed the extruding diamonds. And frankly these look much better without them.
--Previous Message-- : They may have been removed for a practical : reason, such as the extended diamonds caught : on the fabric of the wearer's dress or other : jewelry. Sometimes the simplest : explanations are the most logical. : Regardless, the bracelet is truly stunning. : : : :