-Raymond Yard 1935 Art Deco Hoop Earrings In Platinum With 8.57 Ctw In Diamonds
Pair of hoop earrings designed by Raymond C. Yard.
Absolutely fabulous and bright pair of clips hoop earrings, created in America at the jewelry atelier of Raymond C. Yard, back in the late 1930. These earrings has been designed to be wear as a left and right, with art deco patterns in the shape of big garlands. Embellished with in and out diamonds settings and carefully crafted in solid platinum with high polished finish. Fitted at the reverse with comfortable hinged tension French omega backs for fastening clips. The addition of posts can be easily done. The craftmanship of these earrings are magnificent and the selection of the calibrated white colorless diamonds are stunning..
Diamonds: Mounted in a pave gallery with in and out settings, with 168 European round cut diamonds, 8.57 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS-1 clarity.
Birthstone: Diamonds for the month of April.
Weight: 25.75 Grams, (16.50 Dwt).
Measurements: 38 mm by 16 mm (1.50 x 0.63 Inches).
Hallmarks Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the platinum, the serial numbers and signed, "YARD PLAT 01420".
Raymond C. Yard
He began his career in the jewelry business in 1898 as a door boy at Marcus & Co. It was during this period that the newly affluent American industrial families began to patronize American jewelers like Tiffany & Co. Yard was encouraged by John D. Rockefeller, Jr., to open his own company. Rockefeller recommended the Yard firm to his family and connections, and shortly Yard was creating jewels for the Woolworth, Flagler, Dupont, Harriman, and the Vanderbilt families. The firm, Raymond C. Yard, focused primarily on custom pieces for their clientele and was known for sourcing the highest quality of materials that his clientele demanded. Stock pieces were executed by the highest level of outside manufacturers, with Yard supplying the stones and designs. His creations exemplified the understated elegance of impeccable workmanship combined with the very finest of materials. Raymond Yard prided himself on his knowledge of gems and was considered one of the foremost experts on pearls.
Literature: Yard, The Life And Magnificent Jewelry By Raymond c. Yard, Natasha Kuzmanovic, Vendome press 2007. For similar examples.
Collateral: This ring is accompanied by a certificate appraisal ID: 92630, prepared by a GIA certified gemologist stating the description of these earrings and all the characteristics of the diamonds. Dated December 5, 2023.
Collateral: They are accompanied by a presentation luxury jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this pair is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All diamonds are secured in the settings. These earrings has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: E11123ENSN/.7427
