A pair of ruby and diamond earrings, by Cartier

A pair of ruby and diamond earrings, by Cartier

Of bombé design, pavé-set with circular-cut rubies and a diagonal highlight of brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18k yellow gold, signed 'Cartier', diamonds approximately 2.20 carats total, French assay marks, dimensions 2.3 x 2.0cm. Estimate: HK$120,000 - 160,000, $15,000 - 21,000. Unsold.

Bonhams. Fine Jewellery and Jadeite and Modern Wristwatches, 21 May 2009. Island Shangri-La Hong Kong Hotel, Admiralty, Hong Kong www.bonhams.com