An Important Pair Of Diamond And Pearl Ear Pendants. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2012

Each set with a pear-shaped diamond weighing approximately 6.76 and 6.06 carats, joined to the round pearl surmount measuring approximately 6.3 mm, mounted in 18k white gold, 3.4 cm long. Estimate HK$9,500,000 - HK$15,000,000 ($1,231,510 - $1,944,489). Price Realized HK$14,660,000 ($1,900,942) 

Accompanied By Two Reports Nos. 2135777487 And 2135989117 Dated 1 June 2012 And 30 April 2012 From The Gemological Institute Of America stating that the 6.76 and 6.06 carat diamonds are D COLOUR, internally flawless clarity; also accompanied by two supplemental letters from the Gemological Institute Of America stating the 6.76 and 6.06 carat diamonds have been determined to be type IIA. type IIA diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency. type IIA diamonds were first identified as originating from India (particularly from the Golconda region) but have since been recovered in all major diamond-producing regions of the world. among famous gem diamonds, the 530.20 carat Cullinan and the 105.60 carat Koh-I-Noor, are examples of type IIA

ALso accompanied by two reports nos. 12050056 and 12050149 dated 15 may 2012 and 29 may 2012 from the Gübelin Gemmological Laboratory stating that the 6.76 and 6.06 carat diamonds are D colour, internally flawless clarity; also accompanied by a two notes and appendixes stating that based on its infrared spectrum, the 6.76 and 6.06 carat diamonds are classified as type IIA. additionally these 6.76 and 6.06 carat diamonds possess an antique cutting style which is rarely encountered in the gem trade today. They display a colour and degree of transparency which are particular to the finest of these unique gemstones. diamonds of this type, exhibiting an antique cutting style as well as a superior quality, are very rare and will most certainly evoke references to the historic term of 'Golconda'

Please note that the pearls have not been tested for natural origin (2)

Christie's. Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels. 27 November 2012. Hong Kong