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PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND CUFFLINKS, RAYMOND YARD, 1940s
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
Each oval link embellished with a cabochon ruby and variously-shaped diamonds, depicting the 'Four Vices of Man', signed Yard Inc.
Condition
Stamped 18K for 18 carat gold to underside of each link. Diamonds bright and lively throughout, one single-cut stone chipped to centre of dress on link depicting a lady dancing. The cabochon ruby a medium purplish (pink) hue with moderate saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible with magnification. Scratches and indentations to gold consistent with age and wear. Heavy links weighing approximately 26.4 grams. In very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Raymond C.Yard (1885-1958) established a jewellery business in 1922. He started from very humble beginnings and at the age of thirteen was working as a door boy for Marcus & Co. He went on to become one of their top salesmen before opening his own Fifth Avenue shop. John D. Rockefeller was an admirer of his style and encouraged his friends and family to use him. When Yard died the firm passed to his protege Robert Gibson and the company is now run by Gibson's son Bob.