An impressive pair of ruby and diamond earrings. Photo courtesy Bonhams

Each set with a square step-cut ruby, weighing 3.31 and 3.19 carats, within a surround of marquise-cut diamonds, diamonds approximately 7.90 carats total, length 2.1cm. Estimate HK$ 1.4 million - 2.2 million (€130,000 - 210,000)

Accompanied by a Gübelin Gemlab report stating that the natural rubies are "pigeon's blood red", with no indications of heat treatment and originate from Burma (Myanmar). Reports numbered 11100125 and 11100124, dated 26 October 2011.

Bonhams. FINE JEWELLERY & JADEITE. Hong Kong.23 Nov 2013