Black Opal and Diamond Brooch

Description:

Black Opal and Diamond Brooch, set with a large opal cabochon measuring approx. 30.00 x 21.00 mm, set with old European- and old single-cut diamonds, approx. total wt. 3.81 cts., platinum and gold mount, lg. 1 7/8 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000

Crazing, natural divot to reverse. With a copy of an appraisal from J&S.S. DeYoung from 1972 stating that the opal weight is 31.92 cts. Can also be worn as a pendant.


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