Each pair of oval cufflinks engraved with the following; 'Gay George' and 'Tommy' on one pair and 'Gay George' and 'Peter' to the other, British hallmarks and maker's mark.

Commissioned by Andrew, 11th Duke of Devonshire (1920-2004) in 1983 from Armour-Winston.

Each stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. British hallmarks for 1981, London. Maker's mark. Scratches to metal consistent with wear.
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‘Gay George’ was one of Andrew Devonshire's favourite racehorses. After the horse died in a jumping accident in 1983, these commemorative links were made to acknowledge his stable lads: Tommy Turley (Travelling Head Lad) and Peter Payne. The Duke gave a set to Fulke Walwyn, the horse's trainer, and these to the Duchess.