Pair of natural pearl and diamond ear pendents, late 19th century

Each set with a cushion-shaped diamond, supporting a drop shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 13.6 x 10.8 x 11.1mm and 15.6 x 10.3 x 11.1mm respectively, capped with rose diamonds, hook fittings, some rose diamonds deficient.

Accompanied by LFG, report no. 320606, stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater. With no indications of treatment. Stamped with French Import marks for gold and silver on each hook fitting. Pearls measuring approximately 10.8 x 11.1 x 13.6mm and 10.3 x 11.1 x 15.6mm. Each of drop-shape, asymmetrical. Of cream colour with pink and greenish overtones. One pearl with low lustre, the other with medium. Each pearl with covered drill hole to base, some loss of nacre, pitting and unevenness throughout, can be seen by naked eye and by touch. Diamonds are bright and lively, few rose diamonds deficient, one cushion-shaped diamond with chips and nicks around girdle, estimated clarity VS-SI, estimated colour H-J. Mounts with signs of wear, surface scratches and discoloration. One hook fitting slightly bent. Hook fittings appears to be later added. Overall condition good, commensurate with age and wear.
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Accompanied by a gemmological report.