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Pierre Cardin 18K Gold & Jade Cufflinks browse these categories for related items... All Items: Estate Jewelry:Cufflinks and Accessories:Gold: Pre 1970: item # 981349
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A terrific pair of mid-century haute couture cufflinks by Pierre Cardin. Each face comprises a carved jadeite bead simply mounted on a gold post. The backs are simple, slightly arched gold bars. The jadeite beads are carved in a floral pattern and are done so in a way that they are carved completely through from one side to another. It’s possible that the cufflinks were constructed from an antique strand of jadeite beads. The jade has noticeable mottling in natural, strongly saturated shades of dark, medium and light green. The translucency is fair. Magnification and absoption spectra show no signs of dye. The connectors are signed “Pierre Cardin” and are fully hallmarked with French 18K marks. Pierre Cardin designed a very limited line of fine jewels in the 1950s and 60s. They were sold only at the couturier’s main store and are quite difficult to find now. Origin: Paris, ca. 1960. Condition: excellent, all original, no cracks or chips. Size: 1/2” diameter. Weight: 10.4 grams. |
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