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Carved Opal and 18ct Gold Guanyin Brooch Set with Ruby and Diamonds
Carved Opal and 18ct Gold Guanyin Brooch Set with Ruby and Diamonds
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This lovely Guanyin brooch is truly distinctive with several special elements to this piece; a finely carved face made from a single crystal opal, a body formed of gold with silver decorative plaques, a single Ruby earring and 21 single cut diamonds.
Guanyin, the goddess of mercy, is the physical embodiment of compassion in Chinese Buddhism and mythology.
Opals are renowned for their beauty and play of colour but are notoriously difficult to shape. In order to carve this single opal, shaping the stone and carving fine facial features at the exact depth needed to preserve the colour matrix requires a master’s touch.
The brooch is approximately size 40 x 32 mm, and weighs 11 grams. The carved opal measures 18.5×12 mm with a strong play of colour, . The body is marked 18k gold and depending on location tests between 14 to 18 carats.
Guanyin, the goddess of mercy, is the physical embodiment of compassion in Chinese Buddhism and mythology.
Opals are renowned for their beauty and play of colour but are notoriously difficult to shape. In order to carve this single opal, shaping the stone and carving fine facial features at the exact depth needed to preserve the colour matrix requires a master’s touch.
The brooch is approximately size 40 x 32 mm, and weighs 11 grams. The carved opal measures 18.5×12 mm with a strong play of colour, . The body is marked 18k gold and depending on location tests between 14 to 18 carats.
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