Posted by Beth1 on February 19, 2015, 1:09 am, in reply to "Re: HQ picture"
I am intrigued by this demi-parure, for a number of reasons.
I keep visualising the necklace as a choker; yet, the delicate motifs in the central portions of the lower strands are not joined to each other at the outer edges, so I don't think it is a choker which has been adapted, unless some elements have been removed, so that, now, the whole is supported by the four rows of diamonds forming the back portion of the necklace.
Although the shape of the red stones in the earrings is the same as those in the necklace, the design of the earrings does not match the lacy elements in the necklace, which begs the question - were all sections designed as one suite initially? (I realise that we have not yet seen a good view of the bracelet)
I would like to see the red stones under better lighting. From what I have seen, most of the stones appear to throw brownish tints and some seem opaque, although some show a pinkish tinge and seem to have reasonable clarity. Perhaps it is the dark colour of HRH's dress which is influencing my perception of the colour and clarity of the red stones. No matter what the situation, I would like to see this suite photographed under different light.