This beautiful Australian opal brooch, features a freeform triangular Cobber Pedy light opal in a simple mille-grained bezel setting with a closed backing. Secured by a gold pin with a roller catch with a safety chain and pin.
Gemstone: One natural freeform Coober Pedy triangular flat cabochon cut light solid opal, 28 x 26mm, grey body colour with good broad flash pattern, featuring a full spectral range of colour, estimated weight 20.00cts
Metal: 9k yellow gold – XRF tested
Weight: 10.44 grams
Measurements: At the widest points 2.5cm and 3cms
Era: Late 20th Century Circa 1980s
Coober Pedy is a town located in South Australia and is renowned for its opal mining industry and is highly regarded for their gem quality. Known for producing predominantly light coloured opals. These opals are often characterised by their bright, milky base colours, with flashes of spectral colours known as “play-of-colour.” The Play-of-Colour refers to the unique feature of opals, to which the vibrant and shifting colours that can be seen when the stone is moved. Coober Pedy opals, can exhibit a mesmerising display of colours, including blues, greens, reds, and more.
| Main Stone | Opal |
|---|---|
| Stone Shape | freeform triangular |
| Carat/Size | 20.00ct |
| Era | Late-20th Century |
| Metal Type | Yellow Gold |
