Name: Auction: Cairncross of Perth: A 9ct gold Scottish freshwater pearl 'Asphodel' brooch and earrings
Brand: Lyon & Turnbull
Price: 635 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

A Private Collection of Jewellery by Peter Plöderl |  Tues 2nd December 2025 | Lots 38 - 90

Scottish Pearls, including Property of a Perthshire Connoisseur | Tues 2nd December 2025 | Lots 1- 37

Jewellery Day Two | Wed 3rd December 2025 | Lots 91 - 516

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Crowning Glory | Exceptionally Rare Scottish Pearl Pendant 

Discover an exceptional Scottish freshwater pearl pendant of notable size, rarity and provenance. 

The Pearl: A Symbol of Beauty, Wealth & Purity 

Long before the first diamond was cut and polished the pearl has been adorned as a symbol of beauty, wealth and purity.

The Caterpillar Club

The Caterpillar Club was started in 1922 by Leslie Irvin. Members received a small pin in the shape of a caterpillar to mark their “entry” into the club. 

A Private Collection of Jewels by Peter Plöderl

Lyon &amp; Turnbull is pleased to announce our upcoming Jewellery auction, taking place live and online from Edinburgh, presenting a curated selection of fine jewellery spanning antique, vintage and contemporary designs.We are particularly excited to offer a selection of Scottish pearls (lots 1-37), including an impressive Scottish freshwater pearl pendant of rare size and quality, set in an 18ct gold multi-gem-set mount, it presents a rare opportunity for collectors of Scottish cultural and natural history.&nbsp;Also included in the auction is a private collection of over fifty pieces by the German based fine jeweller, Peter Plöderl (lots 38 to 90). Working almost exclusively to commission, Plöderl’s pieces are all unique in style and quality, often including ‘found objects’ from the ancient world, including ancient Egyptian and Grecian relics.The auction also includes pieces by makers such as Cartier, Tiffany, De Beers, Chaumet; as well as a wide selection of antique pieces including a late 19th century diamond tiara/necklace and a rare late 19th century colour change sapphire brooch.Special thanks to the team at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.timorousbeasties.com/"> Timorous Beasties in Glasgow</a> &nbsp;for very kindly supporting our photo shoots.&nbsp;

Kate

Browse a selection of lots from our upcoming sale.

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Each modelled as a cluster of Asphodel, the flowers set with graduated Scottish freshwater pearls, the earrings with screw-back fittings, UK hallmark (2)

Cairncross of Perth: A 9ct gold Scottish freshwater pearl 'Asphodel' brooch and earrings

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Cairncross of Perth: A 9ct gold Scottish freshwater pearl 'Asphodel' brooch and earrings

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