A pink tourmaline 'Eagle and Bear' pendant, 19th century. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The pendant is carved in the form of a crouching bear with its head turned sharply backwards towards the eagle resting upon its back. The stone is of a pale pink tone with some orange inclusions. The tassle with a coral bead. 1 ? in. (4.2 cm.) wide. Estimate £6,000 – £8,000 ($10,086 - $13,448)

Christie's. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART, 13 May 2014, London, King Street - http://www.christies.com/