THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT ~
Type: Pin / Brooch or Piece for Conversion
Materials: 14k Gold, Opal, Enamel
Size: 6.7 Grams, 3 1/2 Inches
Era: Victorian (1837-1901)
ABOUT:
This is fantastic in so many ways:
It's extra large for a cloak / stick pin,
It's heavy,
It has a rad figural design of a talon / claw holding an opal
In vibrant cobalt blue with soft iridescent blue opal
It comes in its original box and
It's made by Garrard & Co., jeweler to Queen Victoria, and same maker as the famous Princess Diana sapphire and diamond engagement ring now worn by Princess of Wales Kate Middleton.
Very sturdy piece with excellent quality. I couldn't find any hallmarks but it tests at 14k for the pin and 20k for the chain. As a cloak pin, the chain attaches to a smaller pin with pearl top. The claw would make a really awesome conversion as it has the most wonderful coloring and detail.
MEASUREMENTS:
3 1/2 inches in length, the opal is about 7mm. The claw portion is 22x12mm. It weighs very sturdy 6.7 grams.
IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:
Please note that all my pieces are pre-owned with some age to them so they are in estate condition. A bit of crazing to the enamel and to the opal and a few nicks to both as well but still very legible and appearing mostly complete to the eye. Beautiful coloring and antique patina. The box is warped but it is still possible to squeeze it shut and get it hooked. Please note that due to age, this piece is not in mint condition.
I have many more antique pieces listed so please see my other items and thanks for stopping by!
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