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This outstanding, unique and stunning brooch is made by "Arfan" in Paris. This 18k hand assembled pave sapphire body, emerald eyes and black onyx nose is 27.3 grams by electronic balance. This pin measures 3" x 1.25" and contains approximately 488 round faceted sapphires totaling 19.52 carats. See professional appraisal for more details. This brooch has really jumped in value since the appraisal was done. I have not increased the price on this piece.