A pair of 19th century natural pearl and diamond pendent earrings. Estimate £40,000 - 60,000 (€55,000 - 82,000). Photo: Bonhams.

Each surmount set with a cushion-shaped diamond, suspending a drop-shaped natural pearl, measuring 10.85 x 16.25mm and 11.03 x 15.74mm, with rose-cut diamond cap, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 1.45 carats total, length 4.0cm

Accompanied by a report from SSEF stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater. Report number 77762, dated 8 December 2014.

Bonhams. FINE JEWELLERY, 22 Apr 2015 14:00 BST - LONDON, NEW BOND STREET