The festive season of jewellery auctions continues at Dix Noonan Webb’s Mayfair saleroom on November 29.
Lots will include this late 19th century Indian gold and gem set ‘Aigrette’ or turban ornament made for the Western market and later adapted to a brooch/ pendant. Modelled as a peacock with wings outstretched – symbol of royalty and power – the piece is set throughout with graduated half seed pearls, mixed-cut rubies and emeralds.