A pair of jade diamond and onyx ear pendants, by Fred Leighton. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2010

Each ear pendant set with a carved jade panel depicting an oriental tree and bird motif to the micro pavé-set diamond surround, each panel suspended from two terminals composed of brilliant-cut diamonds with barrel and circular-shaped jade beads and onyx detail to the onyx and diamond foliate surmount, 9.5cm long, each stamped "18K750" (2). Estimate $6,000 - $8,000. Price Realized $16,250

Christie's. JEWELS AND WATCHES: THE DUBAI SALE. 28 April 2010. Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel. www.christies.com