Fine Jewellery - 27th April 2017
Lot 1952
A 19th century pearl and diamond set tiara with bracelet conversion
Estimate £10,000 - £20,000 | Hammer £13000
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Description
A 19th century pearl and diamond set tiara with bracelet conversion, the bracelet is set with nine natural salt water pearls, each within an oval shaped surround of graduated cushion shaped diamonds. When attached to the frame which is set with four cultured pearls and small diamonds, it can be worn as a tiara either with a natural pearl and diamond set stylised shell form section which detaches to be worn as a pendant. 18.5cm. Metal frame, the shell form section and bracelet set in silver and gold.
Accompanied by report number 5777-9099 dated 14th March 2017 from GCS, London stating that the cream pearls are natural saltwater.