Description:
Antique Pearl Pendant, the semi-baroque pearl drop measuring approx. 11.94 x 10.97 mm, with a silver cap set with rose-cut diamonds and bezel-set old mine-cut diamond top, lg. 1 in.
Note: Accompanied by GIA report no. 2165629846, dated October 23, 2014 stating that the pearl is natural, saltwater, Pinctada species, no indications of treatment.
Provenance: Pendant worn by Clara Bennett Whitaker (1860-1929),Villa Sofia, Palermo, descended through the estate of Sir Alasdair Munro of Lindertis, BT.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
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