Onyx and Pearl Dress Set

Complementing the cufflinks are three shirt studs with octagonal onyx and pearl centers and engraved platinum borders.  The studs have spring loaded backs - a design first introduced in 1898 by Halsey M. Larter.

The dress set features four vest buttons with onyx and pearl centers.  In a subtle design variation,  the platinum sides of the vest buttons and shirt studs are alternately engraved and smoothly finished.  A nod to Carrington's reputation for understated elegance.

The backs of the cufflinks, shirt studs and vest buttons are beautifully crafted in 14kt gold and polished to a mirror-like finish (please excuse any reflections from my camera).  Note the sturdy cross bars and strong brackets that secure the cufflinks on the cuff.  A reflection of Carrington's uncompromising commitment to fine design and craftsmanship.

The reverses of the cufflinks and vest buttons are signed with the maker's mark of Carrington & Company,  an angular "C" surrounding "14".  A precious metal mark for gold and platinum,  "GOLD&PLAT",  is stamped on the opposite side of the backs.

During the first half of the 20th century Carrington & Company was one of the preeminent makers of fine dress sets and cufflinks.  The firm's gold and platinum cuff jewels were retailed at Tiffany & Company and other carriage trade jewelers of the day.

Name:  Carrington Onyx and Pearl Dress Set

Cost:  Although this dress set has sold,  you will find many more elegant sets in the Tuxedo and Dress Set Gallery.

Measurements:  The cufflinks and vest buttons are 9/16" in diameter and the cufflinks weigh 7.5 grams in total.  The shirt studs are a little over 5/16" in diameter and just under 1 1/4" in length.