Jewellery - 26th April 2012

Lot 1844

A pair of early 20th Century natural pearl and diamond drop earrings

Estimate £80,000 - £120,000 | Hammer £1400000

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Description

A pair of early 20th Century natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, the drop shaped pearls suspend from an articulated line of graduated circular cut diamonds with further diamonds set to the caps. Screw fittings. With report number 62440 and dated 1st March 2012 from SSEF (Swiss Gemmological Institute) stating that both pearls are natural saltwater and weigh 34.508cts (138.03 grains) and 33.235cts (132.94 grains) With report number 5262 dated 21st February 2012 from the Gem and Pearl Laboratory (London) stating that both pearls are natural saltwater.