CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND DEMI-PARURE, ALAN MARTIN GARD, 1970s

Comprising: a  bracelet, designed as a wide band of interlocking textured links, length approximately 175mm, maker's marks, British hallmarks for London, 1970; a pair of earrings, each surmount of organic textured convex design, highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, suspending similarly set detachable drops, maker's marks, British hallmarks for London, 1972; together with a ring of textured design, centring on a cultured pearl accented with a brilliant-cut diamond, size M ¾, indistinct maker's mark, rubbed assay marks.

Bracelet stamped 18 for 18 carat gold. Weighing approximately 119.10 grams. Secure clasp and safety catch. Earrings stamped 18 for 18 carat gold. Weighing approximately 16.10 grams each. bright, lively diamonds. Ring stamped 18 for 18 carat gold. weighing approximately 11.60 grams. Cultured pearl of off white colour, green and rosé overtones. Low lustre. Demi-parure in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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Alan Martin Gard was born in City Road Hospital, Finsborough in 1935. 

He trained as a jeweller at Crombie's on the corner of Maddox Street and Bond Street.  Alan was both a contemporary and friend to Andrew Grima working together for four years in the early 60's. 

Alan then started up his own jewellery making business in 1964.  He built up the workshop to twenty-five people, his designs used texture and gemstones, taking inspiration from nature and organic contemporary design. 

Gard was at his height of popularity in the 1970s making thousands of pieces, both commissions and collections, selling them to both national and international clients.  Several pieces were sold through Hooper Bolton.  Still based in London, he now is located at 14 St Cross Street, London, EC1N 8UN, he trades under the name Alan Gard Ltd. signing his pieces AMG.