A pair of 19th century natural pearl and diamond pendent earrings. Photo: Bonhams.

Each scrolling surmount set with old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamonds, suspending a drop-shaped natural pearl, measuring approximately 10.35 x 10.50 x 15.20mm and 10.40 x 10.45 x 15.20mm respectively, with rose-cut diamond cap, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 1.80 carats total, later post fittings, length 3.2cm. Estimate £100,000 - 150,000 (€120,000 - 180,000)

Accompanied by a report from SSEF stating that both pearls were found to be natural, saltwater. Report number 72824, dated 3 March 2014.

Bonhams. FINE JEWELLERY. London, New Bond Street, 30 Apr 2014 - www.bonhams.com