Re: Cullinan 1X ring & Grannies Chips Archived Message
Posted by windsorfan on March 6, 2015, 11:19 am, in reply to "Re: Cullinan 1X ring & Grannies Chips"
You're quite right GillW.....i was of course exaggerating to illustrate my amazement of the diamonds size. But I think your fact with regards to a diamond's weight is a good reminder for all of us when thinking about just how heavy (or light) certain pieces of jewelry are. --Previous Message-- : Although the stones are massive, we have to : remember that there are only 5 carats per : gram - so even large diamonds weight : relatively little - especially compared to : faux gems made of heavier materials. : : : --Previous Message-- : I've previously read that HM's dresses and : coats are made with some extra backing where : the various brooches are pinned. That way : the garment isn't pulled down by the weight. : I wouldn't be surprised if a steel plate : with iron reinforcements were needed for : this whooper! : : : --Previous Message-- : : Thank you everyone, especially windsorfan : for the great side view of Grannies Chips. : --Previous Message-- : : The diamonds are absolute whoppers. I was so : delighted to see the Queen wear the brooch : on that important occasion. : : : : : : :
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