The largest, a white pearl of pear shape, weighing 72 grains, would be recognized by any expert anywhere.

There are several other pearls over thirty grains which the trained eye would recognize with equal ease in any setting.
The few pink and black pearls are all known to collectors, and it is the same with the clasps.

One diamond and ruby clasp is as well-known in jewel history as the State Crown.

The diamonds are in the form of a Maltese Cross, set in a circle of rubies." "That must have been the gift of the Duchess of Welburton," remarked Sir Philip.

"She inherited it from her great aunt, Adelina, wife of the third duke.