A pair of antique natural pearl and diamond earrings. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The two drop-shaped baroque natural pearls, measuring approximately 10.6 x 12.5 x 16.7 and 10.5 x 11.7 x 17.5 mm, each with a diamond-set cap, and suspended from a diamond line and double hoop top, 19th Century, clip fitting added later, 5.0 cm. Estimate CHF35,000 – CHF45,000 ($39,919 - $51,324)

Accompanied by report no. 69206 dated 22 July 2013 from the SSEF Swiss Gemmological Institute stating that the two pearls are natural saltwater pearls

Christie's. GENEVA MAGNIFICENT JEWELS, 14 May 2014, Geneva - http://www.christies.com/