Natural pearl, gem set and diamond pendent earrings, mid 19th century - Sotheby's
Of foliate design, set with natural pearls, the largest swing-set, highlighted with fancy cut emeralds, cabochon rubies, cushion-shaped and rose diamonds, post fittings, French import marks, a few rose diamonds deficient. Estimate: 19,000 - 28,000 CHF - Unsold
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65298 stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater. The two smallest pearls have not been tested because of the mounting.
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