Pair of natural pearl and diamond earrings, circa 1930. Photo Sotheby's

Each set with a drop-shaped natural pearl of slightly brownish grey tint measuring approximately 12.20 x 12.25 x 17.50 and 11.65 x 11.70 x 18.65mm, from a line of alternating circular-cut and marquise-shaped diamonds, French assay marks, post fittings. Estimation 36,000 — 55,000 CHF

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 72817, stating that the two pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, with no indications of artificial colour modification.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels, Genève | 13 mai 2014 - http://www.sothebys.com/