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Whiplash Line: A free-form asymmetrical curvy line design.
Window: In coloured gemstone cutting, this is a trade euphemism to mean a see-through effect through the pavilion. A cutting flaw, but not always avoidable in pale-coloured gemstones.
Semi-precious stones like blister pearls and citrines, as well as brightly colored enamels embellished them. The pieces often featured whiplash lines, flowers and vines, or Celtic knots as well as geometric and linear interlacing.[1] ...
 See also: Movement, Surface, Antique, Precious, Jewellery
  
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