It serves better than any other form to display the special beauties of these different stones.
The
stones cut in step or pavilion form are generally not very thick, and
there are usually more steps or degrees on the lower than the upper
side; as on the upper part a large table in the centre is generally
reserved. Figs. 121 and 122 represent forms given to a great number of coloured stones, especially the emerald and the oriental aquamarine.
There
are other forms, in which the stones cut in circles or ovals have a
large table on the upper surface, surrounded with facets, which are
either
