In a half hoop design inlaid with coral, lapis, malachite and black onyx and set with diamond melee accents, completed with posts and omega clip backs, stamped 585 14K.

7/8 in.

7.0 dwt.

From the Estate of Betty Dan Nicholas Spencer, Salisbury, North Carolina

A native of Rowan County, North Carolina, Betty Dan Nicholas Spencer was a published author, a woman dedicated to service to her community, and an avid researcher in the rich history of her birthplace. As a collector, Betty Dan had an eye for quality and beauty of the unique jewelry pieces she collected in her travels that are well represented in her collection.

One malachite section with crack and chip; the other malachite section with separation of glue at edges.