--Previous Message-- : As the so-called "Indian pearls" : necklace (coming from the treasure of the : maharadjahs of Punjab, and later designated : by Queen Victoria as Crown heirloom) are : known to have a ruby clasp at the back, it : would make sense that Queen Victoria wears : this necklace along with a ruby tiara and : ruby earrings. : : But without further proof, it remains mere : speculation, of course. : : Thank you. I am inclined to think you are right, particularly as in the picture of Queen Alexandra she seems to be wearing most of the items left by Queen Victoria as Crown Jewellery. The pic I posted of Queen Victoria is dated 1855. Does this fit in with the date of the Maharajah's gift? Thanks again. :