A Rare Stone In this Victorian Brooch!! A Round Cabochon... here goes... OBSIDIAN!!! The Obsidian is a Volcanic Glass. This is naturally occurring purple and amongst the rarest of colors. Victorian 18K Yellow Gold design work includes large Rope Filagree, upper and lower Banners and twisted Leaves. The Obsidian is held in place with a Scalloped Multi Claw setting. This may be the only piece like this you will ever see in your lifetime!!
Stone: Obsidian, purple ( approx. 30mm diameter)
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold (acid tested for purity)
Total Weight: 29.0 Grams
Total Size: 48.3mm by 34.9mm by 16.1mm thick
Hallmarks: None
Condition: In very nice condition with very minor scuffing to the metal and some surface scratches to the stone as viewed under 10X magnification.
Item# 1771