A few examples of appraisal values for
BLACK STARR BROOCH

• BLACK STARR & FROST 18K GOLD,
  BLACK STARR & FROST 18K GOLD, PLATINUM, AND DIAMOND BROOCHBLACK STARR & FROST 18K Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Brooch, the platinum-topped-gold bow-form brooch set with old mine-cut diamonds weighing approx. 3.50 tcw.; 7.38 dwts.; lg. 3 1/8 in. Provenance: Property of a Massachusetts Family. Condition:
• BLACK STARR & FROST 18K GOLD,
  BLACK STARR & FROST 18K GOLD, PLATINUM, AND DIAMOND BROOCHBLACK STARR & FROST 18K Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Brooch, the platinum-topped-gold crown-form brooch set throughout with old mine-cut diamonds; approx. 3.00 tcw.; signed; 6.70 dwts.; wd. 1 1/2 in. Provenance: Property of a Massachusetts Family. Condition: Condition: overall good condition
• BLACK STARR & FROST PLATINUM, ONYX,
  BLACK STARR & FROST PLATINUM, ONYX, DIAMOND, AND EMERALD BROOCHBLACK STARR & FROST Platinum, Onyx, Diamond, and Emerald Brooch the open-work brooch featuring three panels of onyx inset with two half florettes set with full- and single-cut diamonds and cabochon emeralds; signed; 5.15 dwts.; lg. 1 3/4 in. Condition: onyx with three hairline cracks radiation from one of the bezel-set cabochon emeralds; light scratching to platinum commensurate with light wear. Please note: All property is sold "AS IS" and any statement, whether oral or written, is given as a courtesy and shall not be deemed as a guarantee, warranty, or representation of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibitions, literature or historical relevance of the property or otherwise. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition.
• BLACK STARR & FROST AMETHYST
  BLACK STARR & FROST AMETHYST PENDANT/BROOCH, PLATIBLACK STARR & FROST AMETHYST PENDANT/BROOCH, platinum and 14k yellow gold with bezel set and prong set diamonds and eight pearls set around a large cushion shaped purple amethyst weighing approximately 53.0 cts. Total estimated weight for all diamonds: 1.00 cttw. The brooch is stamped "BS&F", weighs 27.4 grams and measures 1-7/16 x 1-5/8 inches.
• A Nettie Rosenstein Blackamoor
  A Nettie Rosenstein Blackamoor Brooch faux emeralds and white rhinestones decorating the bust and turban. Stamped: Nettie Rosenstein.
• A fine 18 carat gold citrine and
  A fine 18 carat gold citrine and sapphire brooch with carved head designed as a blackamoor approx. 4 cm long signed Nardi in original fitted box.
• Onyx and diamond starburst brooch
  Onyx and diamond starburst brooch victorian Onyx disk set into 14 karat yellow gold, hand etched setting, open framed back (where a hair memorial might be added). The brooch is accented by a Moravian style star in the center set with Old Mine cut diamonds in sterling silver. Can be worn as a brooch or as a pendant. PROVENANCE: Property of a Pennsylvania lady. Brooch is in very good condition with no chipping or loss at this time to the onyx or diamond portions, gold does not display any scratching or denting at this time. Color: KLM Clarity: I
• Blackened Gold, Green Garnet and
  Blackened Gold, Green Garnet and Diamond Flower Brooch Estimate:$1,200-$1,800
• An Art Deco Platinum Diamond and
  An Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet attributed to Black Starr & Frost containing one square step cut diamond weighing approximately 2.05 carats 94 old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 5.00 carats total and numerous calibre cut sapphires within an intricate graduated link setting with openwork gallery accented with hand engraved accents. Accompanied by leather case signed BLACK STARR & FROST NEW YORK and PALM BEACH. 14.90 dwts.
• GOLD, BLACK ONYX, AND DIAMOND
  GOLD, BLACK ONYX, AND DIAMOND BROOCH The black onyx disc set to the center with a rose cut diamond (6.15mm), on gold mount with single pin stem and open bail, testing 14KT.
• A Victorian Onyx Mourning Brooch
  A Victorian Onyx Mourning Brooch ca. 1850 Carved black onyx brooch in the form of a starched quatrefoil inlaid with yellow gold cross shape set with seed pearls and accent diamonds. Gold-filled back mounting has a memento section. Overall weight 4.8 gm.
• A Black Onyx and Diamond Bow Brooch
  A Black Onyx and Diamond Bow Brooch 14k white gold brooch in the for of a bow, inlaid with black onyx in the center and surrounded with round brilliant cut diamonds, total diamond weight approx. 1 ct. Measures approx. 2-1/8"L x 3/4"W. Weight approx. 11.3 gm.
• Diamond, Frosted Rock Crystal and
  Diamond, Frosted Rock Crystal and Black Onyx Brooch, Marcus Estimate:$2,500-$3,500
• A vintage fashion bar brooch, of
  A vintage fashion bar brooch, of alternating black and clear stones in metal mounts, 11cm wide
• 14 karat yellow gold and black
  14 karat yellow gold and black enamel mourning brooch Accented by seed pearls, heavy enamel and etching. Reverse is engraved with the names of two deceased with death dates, and accented by hair. D: 1 1/2 in. Brooch is in good to fair condition with no visible losses to brooch at this time. No heavy scratching at this time.
• A yellow metal (tests high carat
  A yellow metal (tests high carat gold) mourning brooch set with half pearls and decorated with black enamel approx. 2cm wide.
• Staret Brooch A Staret brooch
  Staret Brooch A Staret brooch with enamel and a faux pearl; all signed pieces are stamped.A condition statement is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Cowan's Auctions Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission and each lot is sold "AS IS". The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Cowan's Auctions Inc. recommends that prospective bidders examine lots in person or make enquiries to the Jewelry Department concerning condition of any lots before the sale as all lots are sold in "AS IS" condition.
• Onyx and Stone Cameo A black onyx
  Onyx and Stone Cameo A black onyx brooch with white stone raised cameo profile of lady in a 14K gold setting with scroll design. Piece can also be used as a pendant. Measurements are ht. 1.75.
• Gold, Carved Agate, Colored Stone
  Gold, Carved Agate, Colored Stone and Diamond Blackamoor Clip-Brooch Estimate:$1,800-$2,400
• Antique Cabochon Amethyst and
  Antique Cabochon Amethyst and Diamond Pendant-Brooch, Black Starr & Frost Estimate:$1,500-$2,000
• NARDI BLACKAMOOR 'MORETTO'
  NARDI BLACKAMOOR 'MORETTO' PLATINUM/DIAMOND BROOCHNardi Blackamoor 'Moretto' platinum, diamond & ebony brooch, fully hallmarked in original fitted box. Showcasing a carved ebony Moretto bust encrusted with approximately 4cts of rose cut pave diamonds. Accented on top of turban a 7.4mm cabochon (cat's eye chrysoberyl or moonstone) and articulated diamond drop earrings. Total weight 31.6 grams and measures 2" x 1".
• Blackened Gold, Ruby, Sapphire,
  Blackened Gold, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch Estimate:$2,000-$3,000
• A yellow metal (tests 18 carat
  A yellow metal (tests 18 carat gold) diamond and black enamel bar brooch approx. 5 cm long.
• A diamond set crescent brooch the
  A diamond set crescent brooch the crescent issuing a sunburst in a galleried setting 5cm (2") long
• NARDI DIAMOND, PEARL, BLACK CORAL &
  NARDI DIAMOND, PEARL, BLACK CORAL & 18K BROOCHNardi bejeweled Blackamoor Brooch features a carved face in black coral attached to a diamond encrusted & sculpted breast plate, adorned with collet set brilliant diamonds and 4 - 5mm each cultured pearls. Turban is accented with diamonds and an 8mm cultured pearl. Elaborate engraving and double pin stem backing on reverse, signed S. Nardi 750. Measures 2.5" x 2.5". Total diamond weight approximately 3ct., total weight 29gr.
• A 14 Karat Yellow Gold African
  A 14 Karat Yellow Gold African Motif Pendant/Brooch depicting an African warrior. Stamp: ZVI14K. 18.20 dwts.
• A bar brooch set with malachite
  A bar brooch set with malachite roundels the clasp marked 9ct 6.5cm (2.5") wide a stick pin with scarab beetle terminal a gem set cross etc.
• BLACK STAR & FROST AMETHYST AND
  BLACK STAR & FROST AMETHYST AND DIAMOND PENDANT/BRBLACK STAR & FROST AMETHYST AND DIAMOND PENDANT/BROOCH, platinum and 14k yellow gold with seven white pearls and eight round-cut diamonds set around a large round-cut purple amethyst weighing approximately 27.21 cts. Total estimated weight for all diamonds: 0.36 cttw. The brooch is stamped "B.S.&.F." and "14K" and measures just over 1-1/4" in diameter.
• Diamond and Black Onyx Motorcycle
  Diamond and Black Onyx Motorcycle Brooch Estimate:$300-$500
• 18K white and blackened gold flower
  18K white and blackened gold flower brooch set with ruby green tsavorite garnet and 160 full-cut round diamonds totaling approximately 1.95 cts graded H-I color and SI clarity 3.25'' x 2'' 39.1 gms
• JEWELRY: TWO 18K BLACK, STARR &
  JEWELRY: TWO 18K BLACK, STARR & FROST DIAMOND BROOCHES: THE FIRST, A STARFISH PIN, STAMPED AND TESTED "18K" YELLOW GOLD, SET WITH ON...JEWELRY: Two 18K Black, Starr & Frost diamond brooches: The first, a starfish pin, stamped and tested "18K" yellow gold, set with one round brilliant cut diamond, approximately 0.05 ct., 1 3/8" x 1 3/8", signed: "BS &F" for Black, Starr & Frost, Total weight: 7.6 grams; the second, an open crisscross design pin, stamped and tested "18K" yellow gold, set with 15 round brilliant cut diamonds, approximate total weight: 1.20 ct., one diamond is missing, length: 2", signed: "BS &F" for Black, Starr & Frost, total weight: 10.8 grams.
• A yellow metal (tests 18 ct gold)
  A yellow metal (tests 18 ct gold) onyx and diamond star brooch and pendant. Est. diamond content approx. 1 ct. Approx. 3.5 cm diam. C. 1905
• Lady's 14K yellow gold and ruby
  Lady's 14K yellow gold and ruby starburst brooch mid 20th century; 15 grams
• A diamond bar brooch with seven
  A diamond bar brooch with seven graduating stones flanked by fourteen smaller stones set in platinum 8cm (3.25") wide
• GOLD AND DIAMOND BEE BROOCH The
  GOLD AND DIAMOND BEE BROOCH The body set with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately .45 total carat (G-H color, VS2-SI1 clarity), with incised gold wings and ruby accent eyes, completed with a single locking pin stem, stamped 14K and MCRB.
• A 'Southern Cross' brooch gem set
  A 'Southern Cross' brooch gem set in 9ct gold an amethyst brooch and a bar brooch