the links formed as the Grand Duke's Imperial cypher set with diamonds and rubies, with gold bars set with bands of rose diamonds, struck with maker's mark IK and assayer's mark for 14K gold (583) 

excellent condition; the bar on one cufflink lacking a rose diamond on one side
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

These jeweled cufflinks are a unique souvenir from a relatively happy period in Grand Duke Andrei Vladimirovich's turbulent life. The dissolution of the Imperial court and its etiquette allowed him in 1921 to marry legendary ballerina Mathilda Kschessinska. The two lived rather lavishly from the sale of family property; these cufflinks were undoubtedly acquired while visiting Warsaw, her birthplace.