A pair of emerald and diamond ear pendants, by Cartier

Each suspending a pear-shaped emerald, weighing approximately 12.93 and 14.14 carats, from an alternating line of circular and baguette-cut diamonds, to the cushion-cut diamond surmount, mounted in platinum, in a Cartier red leather box. Signed Cartier, no. 894595. Estimate $250,000 - $350,000

With reports 0202181 and 0410196 dated 22 February 2002 and 27 October 2004 from the Gübelin Gem Lab stating that gemmological testing revealed characteristics consistent with those of emeralds originating from Colombia. Indications of minor clarity enhancement .

Christie's. New York Jewels. 11 June 2009. New York, Rockefeller Plaza www.christies.com