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Raymond Yard Argyle Blue Diamond Golf Caddy Brooch
Raymond Yard Argyle Blue Diamond Golf Caddy Brooch
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Raymond Yard Argyle Blue Diamond Golf Caddy Brooch
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Raymond Yard Argyle Blue Diamond Golf Caddy Brooch

  • This Raymond Yard rabbit caddy brooch features 105 rare natural Argyle blue diamonds
  • The pinnacle of Art Deco design, the brooch also glitters with 1.13 carats of white diamonds
  • An avid golfer, Yard would eventually leave his business to Robert Gibson, his favorite golf caddy
  • Signed "Yard" and set in platinum
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$220,000
Item No. 32-0698

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Description
One of the esteemed Raymond Yard's most iconic and collectible designs, the rabbit golf caddy brooch epitomizes the Art Deco jeweler's unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship. This example is extraordinary for its 105 dazzling natural Argyle blue diamonds—one of the rarest diamonds in the world, coveted for their intense and distinct coloring. Blue diamonds were the most scarce in the Argyle mine yield, and with the mine's closure in 2020, the demand for these exceptional gems. . .
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One of the esteemed Raymond Yard's most iconic and collectible designs, the rabbit golf caddy brooch epitomizes the Art Deco jeweler's unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship. This example is extraordinary for its 105 dazzling natural Argyle blue diamonds—one of the rarest diamonds in the world, coveted for their intense and distinct coloring. Blue diamonds were the most scarce in the Argyle mine yield, and with the mine's closure in 2020, the demand for these exceptional gems has soared even higher. Known for using only the most superb gemstones, Raymond Yard beautifully showcases the unique brilliance of Argyle blue diamonds in this delightful rabbit caddy brooch.

First created in 1928, Raymond Yard's rabbit brooches were charming representations of the Roaring 20s flapper culture, including this dapper golfing rabbit, which represented the burgeoning upper-class recreation sport taking the nation by storm. Even more, Yard was an avid golfer himself, and this brooch tells a personal story about the history of his renowned firm.

While playing at the famous Winged Foot Golf Club in 1937, Raymond Yard met 17-year-old golf caddy, Robert Gibson. The two struck up a friendship, and Robert soon came to work for Yard. Amazingly, Gibson not only became Yard's protégé, but he also was named president of the firm 21 years later and his son, Bob Gibson, still runs the business today. Thus, embedded in this enchanting rabbit golf caddy brooch is a touching story about friendship and the artistic legacy of one of America's greatest jewelers.

In addition to the 0.86 carat of natural Argyle blue diamonds, this rabbit caddy brooch is also adorned with 175 round white diamonds, totaling 1.13 carats, and a single round ruby glitters as his eye. Red, green, orange and black enamel accents provide pops of color to this stylish sportsman's outfit. He stands with his hands in his pockets, as if waiting to assist his golfer. Set in platinum.

Raymond Yard's rabbit brooch designs quickly became synonymous with his brand—frequently appearing personified as dapper gentlemen, waiters and even palace guards. In the age of American enterprise, the revered New York jeweler was creating one-of-a-kind jewels like this one for famous clients, including the Rockefellers, Vanderbilts, Woolworths and DuPonts. Credited with elevating the Art Deco aesthetic to new heights, Yard's innovative designs and exceptional craftsmanship are truly timeless, continuing to inspire and delight today.

Signed "Yard" on reverse

Length: 1 7/8“
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Raymond Yard Argyle Blue Diamond Golf Caddy Brooch
Maker: Yard, Raymond
Period: Contemporary
Origin: America
Type: Brooches
Style: Art Deco
Stones: Colored Diamonds;Diamonds;Ruby
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