Posted by Nellie on July 17, 2012, 5:30 am, in reply to "A lost jewel"
I feel that the opal is really too large to be worn effectively by anyone.
The Queen wearing the opal necklace in South Australia in 1954.
--Previous Message-- : I came across this information and picture : about the Opal necklace that was given to : Queen Elizabeth II in 1954 by the Australian : people. While I accept that it is not to : everyones taste it is a shame that the stone : cannot be reworked into a stunning brooch to : add to HM Australian collection. (Mind you, : I think the necklace would look stunning on : Catherine)! : :