Antique Vintage Mid Century 14k White Gold 0.90 Cts Ruby Diamond MENS Cufflinks

Description

We have similar Ruby and Mid-Century items, which would pair nicely with this piece, up for auction this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Ruby" or "Mid Century" under our auction items.
Item Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Auction Estimate:
,000 - ,000
Markings:
"14k" on the posts, tested, and guaranteed
Item Weight Value:
0.00 (value all-inclusive weight)
Main Stone:
Ruby
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Length:
4.64 mm & 4.94 mm
Width
: 3.83 mm & 3.92 mm
Depth
: 2.09 mm & 2.37 mm
Color:
semi-translucent deep pink hue
Accent Stone:
Diamond
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
Diameter
: 1.4 mm
Color
: sparkling, eye-clear hue
Antique diamond measurements do not correlate to modern diamond carat weight estimation guides, as older stones were hand-cleaved and less uniform
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:
Round cut diamond, oval cabochon ruby
Item Measurements:
Total length:
0.98"
Faces of cufflinks:
0.45" length, 0.35" 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 Mid Century era
two beautiful deep pink rubies adorn the center of the cufflinks' faces
each ruby is accented by two sparkling, round cut diamonds
oval motifs frame these stone, adding geometric style
14k white gold posts with a spring-loaded sliding function for ease of wear
Damage:
Age appropriate wear. There are minor chips to the faces of the ruby stones, as well as wear to the stones' faces; this does not affect wear, and the stones remain secure. There is also minor patina on some areas of the white gold, which can be removed with a buffing.
*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.
Rubies are one of the four precious gemstones and are prized for their pink to blood red colors. The most valued hue of ruby is called blood-red, or pigeon blood, for the bright, rich hue it exhibits. The color of a ruby comes from the element chromium. Rubies have adorned royal and religious jewelry for centuries and were especially esteemed in Asian countries like China and India, where they were thought to bring good fortune. Rubies are graded by color, clarity, cut, and carat. Rubies are often also evaluated based on their geographic origin.
Diamond is derived from the Greek word, “adamas,” which means “unbreakable.” Diamonds are extremely rare, with the earliest diamonds being discovered in India around the 4th century BC and being traded along the Silk Road; the trade route between India and China. During the latter half of the 18th century, diamonds were discovered in South Africa. Diamonds are renowned for their strength and brilliance of color and ability to reflect and disperse light. This is what gives them such a brilliant sparkle. Colors range in blue, yellow, brown, green, purple, pink, orange, and red; the less color a diamond has, the higher its grade is. Diamonds range from 1 billion to 3.5 billion years old, and because of their age and qualities, have become the symbol for love across many cultures.
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
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: .00 fully insured, estimated 3-5 business days
USPS
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: .00 fully insured, estimated 2-3 business days
USPS
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: .00 fully insured, overnight delivery
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