The black opal weighing approximately 43.00 carats, framed by small round tsavorite garnets, blue sapphires, iolites, paraiba tourmalines and diamonds, size 6½, signed Samuel Getz.

The opal has beautiful play of colors, with flashes of blue, green, lavender and red. The colored stones range in shades of light blue, blue-green, medium blue, light green and medium yellowish green. Diamonds are approximately H-I color and VS clarity. In very good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

AGTA 2011 Spectrum Awards, 3rd Place, Evening Wear.