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Listing Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Markings: "12Kt GF" and "A" on the back of the cufflink faces, "Anson" and "12k GF" on the inside of the securing posts, tested, and guaranteed
Main Stone: Rose cut diamond
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
- Diameter: 1.85 mm
- Color: translucent, colorless, sparkling hue
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: Rose cut
Item Measurements:
- Cufflink face: 0.71" diameter
- Cufflink length: 0.75"
Convertible to Earrings: If desired, your local jeweler can most likely convert these cufflinks to earrings by adding the backing style of your choice.
Notable Features:
- Handmade during the Art Deco era by Anson
- Composed of 12k yellow gold filled over base metal
- Each cufflink face features a single rose cut diamond, resting in a white gold filled setting
- Graduating linear motifs fan out on each side of the diamond for the geometric style popular during this time period
- Completed with posts and toggle bars for secure wear
Damage: Age appropriate wear. Patina on the faces of the cufflinks can likely be removed with a buffing. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Rose cut diamonds have a long history dating back to the early years of the 16th century, and have enjoyed periods of popularity throughout their existence, most recently in the 21st century where they are valued for their antique appearance. Rose cut diamonds are so named due to their facets which were hand-cut to resemble the petals of an unfolding rose, while the bottom is flat. These facets can number from three to twenty-four, and made the diamonds highly desirable as they sparkled and shimmered in the light. Unique among more modern cuts, antique rose cut diamonds were hand-cleaved, jewelers often using another diamond to cut the stone. Rose cut diamonds are highly prized and sought after by modern collectors as most of these stones were lost or re-cut into more modern cuts.
