Antique Gold and Gem-Set Claw Brooch

The claw set within a gold cap with engraved scrolled and foliate detailing and with a foliate motif applique set with an oval cabochon cut opal (6.6 x 5.5mm), completed with pin stem and 'C' clasp, cap testing 14KT, pin stem testing base metal.

2 1/8 x 1.25 in.

Private Collection, Charleston, South Carolina

Good estate condition.