Antique Vintage Art Deco Retro 14k Yellow Gold Jadeite Jade HEAVY MENS Cufflinks

Description

We have similar Jade and Retro items, which would pair nicely with this piece, up for auction this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Jade" or "Retro" under our auction items.
Item Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Auction Estimate:
,000 - ,000
Markings:
"14k" on one of the securing bars, etched unidentified mark "1105 ZF" on the other securing bar, tested, and guaranteed
Item Weight Value:
0.00 (value all-inclusive weight)
Main Stone:
Jadeite jade
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Length:
35.8 mm & 36.01 mm
Width
: 8.05 mm & 8.06 mm
Depth
: 4.61 mm & 5.12 mm
Color:
semi-translucent, Grade A, untreated green hue with mottled lighter and darker green hues
Accent Stone:
--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
--
Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts:
Cabochon cut
Item Measurements:
Total length:
0.95" & 0.97"
Faces of cufflinks:
1.54" & 1.56" length, 0.45" & 0.48" width
Convertible to Earrings:
If desired, your local jeweler can convert these cufflink into a pair of earrings by adding an earring backing style of your preference.
Notable Features:
handmade during the Retro era in the Hollywood Regency style
two beautiful large jadeite jade stones adorn the center of the cufflinks' faces
rope twist motifs accent the stones' bezel settings
14k yellow gold posts and hinged securing bars for secure wear
impressive item weight value of 0
Damage:
Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.
It was in China—where the gem-carving tradition was already thousands of years old—that jadeite reached its peak as an important artistic medium. The first jadeite reached China in the late 1700s, and late eighteenth and early nineteenth century carvers created masterpieces that are still unsurpassed in concept, design, and technical execution. Jadeite is prized for its hardness and density and occurs in green, white, orange, yellow, lavender, red, gray, and black hues. The highest grade of jadeite is translucent and has an even color distribution.
Domestic US
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Auction Items:
Base shipping + .00 per additional gold item & BIN items combine for free
BIN Items:
FREE
Base Shipping:
USPS
First Class
: .00 fully insured, estimated 3-5 business days
USPS
Priority Mail
: .00 fully insured, estimated 2-3 business days
USPS
Priority Express
: .00 fully insured, overnight delivery
International
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