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unsure exactly what its called, but my 27" display snapped at the internal bracket where the stand mounts to the display. its a clean break where all the screws live. hopefully, the picture will help.

https://imgur.com/a/xeg4i9O Apple is trying to quote me $700 to fix but im hoping a less expensive alternative is available. please advise! thanks

Sorry for not seeing your post before now. Its a bit of work to get to follow this guide: Apple Thunderbolt Display LCD Replacement once the display is offer its self explanatory taking the old part out. 27" LED Cinema Display Hinge Mechanism, Apple P/N 922-9346