A gemset enamelled gold pendant Qajar, Iran, 19th century. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014

The drop-shaped medallion hanging from a split palmette, inset with two concentric rows of colourless hardstones around a central foiled pear cut hardstone, embellished with hanging pearls, the reverse enamelled with avian motifs around a rose and violet floral spray; 3in. (7.5cm.) high. Estimate £1,500 – £2,500

Christie's. ARTS & TEXTILES OF THE ISLAMIC AND INDIAN WORLDS, 11 April 2014, London, South Kensington - www.christies.com