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→E. V. RODDIN & CO.*
Manufacturing Jewelers and Diamond Importers.
-WDEALERS IND
Diamonds, Watches, Fine Jewelry » Silverware.
151 STATE STREET.
Тo Диr Patrons: CHICAGO, January 1st, 1888.
With many thanks for past favors, we take pleasure in handing you herewith our Thirty-second
Annual Hlustrated Catalogue and Price List, for 1888, an index of contents for which will be found on page 200;
would also respeetfally refer you to page 201, for suggestions in regard to ordering goods, Discounts, &e., &e.
Juring the present vear we have made many important additions, thereby increasing our facilities in al
lepartmente, and if kindly favored with a share of your trade, will pledge ourselves that the most untirin
diligence and care will be exercised in filling all your orders.
The Engravings in this Catalogue are correct andaccurate illustrations of the goods which they represent and
are all drawn to the actual size, with the exception of some of the Chains and larger pieces of Silver Ware, Clocks
and Mantel Ornaments, where the dimensions are given with the description. The Chains, however, all show a
section of the full size, and, in a few instances, show the entire length also, but where the dimensions are not given
the articles quoted are the exact size of the illustrations.
Having studied carefully to call everything by its proper name and avoid all exaggerations, we can safels
say that all articles listed in this book will look even better than the illustrations, so that our Customere at a
distance can order as intelligently and with the same conhdence from this Catalogue as though they were making
their selections in person from our Safes and Show Cases The late improvements in the art of Engraving render it possible to show a perfect fae-simile of any article.
us to entirely dispense with and discontinue the old practice
or custom of sending out goods on approval or selection, but if any article ordered from this Catalogne, which is
not engraved or made specially to order, should, upon examination, fall short of the expectations of the purchaser
or fail to come fully up to all requirements, it can be returned at our expense and the purchase money will be
cheerfully refunded.
On the next paze will be found a brief description of the most popular precious stones in use at the present
day. with their chemical composition and a few of their leading characteristics, which we trust may be found
interesting as well as useful to our patrons.
cleaning, dc, trat may becomes regalary in the coarse of ortinary wear, and f, nfter the expiration of thie tiire Ne Warrant all Watches regularly for 2 vears, during which time we
sent to us to be cleaned regularly once a year, for which our charge would be $1.50, we give an
additional Warrant of from 5 to 10 vears, according to the grade of movements as follows, viz.: 1 ane 1o geveled 5 years on all
and 9 jeweled movements,7 From this it will be seen that on a B. Woweled movements and 10 yeare on all 15 vears on all 11 and 13
movements. . Raymond movement the expense would be nothing for the
first two vears and for the next ten years could not exceed $1.50 per year. Extraordinary repairs, however, such
the latest styles and patterns, made by the most reliable of Eastern manutacturers, and which, ,for appearance and
finish, elegance of design and ornamentation, can not be excelled by any other goods of the same grade, and.
excepting the question of durability, are fully equal in other respects to solid gold.
any description, folly believing in the old saying (which is a true one), that the best is always the cheapest in: Or We do not keep in stock or handle any of the cheaper grades of Watches, Jewelry or Silver Ware, ete.
end, and our prices will always be found as low as consistent with first-class material and workmanship
Dase ie sie trotane te aepet antd o Metne a dlioceo poa or tmegicer ot mit ment w mtmnd
Would also ask your attention to our fine and extensive assortment of Solid Gold and Stone Rings, all of
our own make, and our Plain Eighteen-Carat Ringe; the latter are also our own make, and each Ring bearing our
Stamp is warranted and guaranteed to be full Eighteen-Carat Fine by United States Mint Assay. We do not
manufacture any Plain Gold Rings of a lower grade than Eighteen-Carat Fine.
Our stock of Silver-Plated Ware is composed of the very best and heaviest plated goorls there are made, and
the quality is always guaranteed. We make No CHARGE FOR ENGrAVING Name, Initials, etc., on any article com-
ing under this class, which includes Spoons, Forks, etc., ete.
In our Watch-repairing Department we employ the most skillful workmen, and are prepared to execnte the
most diffienlt and complicated work at the most reasonable rates. it desited, hed awsit finalorders batore
order, we furnish estimate of cost of repairs needed, by return mail, if desired, and await final orders
putting any expense on them. All work warranted for two years.
Watehes or Jewelry sent us for Repairs, or for other purposes (in order to insure prompt attention), should
be aecompanied (in same package) by letter of instructions with full name and address.
We can make to order any special designs in Solid Gold or Silver Goods, and will furnish estimates of cost
upon receipt of letter, which should describe as accurately as possible the articles desired, giving dimensions
ete. When possible, a Pencil Sketch (even if not an artistic representation) should be enclosed, in order to give
us a general idea of what is required.
We issue new Catalogues on or about the Ist day of November in each year, and shall be pleased to mail our
latest at any time and to any address (postage prepaid), upon receipt of application by letter or otherwise
As there are many, no doubt, who are still unacquainted with the reputation of our house for fair and honor-
яble dealing, we would cheerfully refer vou to the agents or managers of any of the three Express Companies
doing business in this city, viz.: AMERICAN EXPRESS Co., UNITED STATES ExPRESS CO., ADAMS ExPRESS CO.
Would also refer you to L. J. GAGE, EsQ., VICE-PRESIDENT FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF CHICAGO, OF to ANT
OTHER OLD ESTABLISHED BUSINESS HOUSE IN THE CITY
Thankiur you for past favors, and solieiting your future orders, we remain.
Very truly yours,
E. V. RODDIN & CO.
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V. RODDIN & CO.^
Manufacturing Jewelers and Diamond Importers.
-:::DEALERS IN:::-
Diamonds, Watches, Fine Jewelry Silverware.
151 STATE STREET.
To Our f'utran?: Chicago, January
1st, 1888.
With many thanks for past favors, we take pleasure in handing you herewith our Thirty-second
Annual Illustrated Catalogue and Price List, for 1888, an index of contents for which will be found on page 200;
would also respectfully refer you to page 201, for suggestions in regard to ordering goods. Discounts, &c., &c.
During the present year we have made many important additions, thereby increasing our facilities in all
Departments, and if kindly favored with a share of your trade, will pledge ourselves that the most untiring
diligence and care will be exercised in filling all your orders.
The Engravings in this (catalogue are correct and accurate illustrations of the goods which they represent and
are all drawn to the actual size, with the exception of some of the Chains and larger pieces of Silver Ware, Clocks
and Mantel Ornaments, where the dimensions are given with the description. The (’hains, however, all show a
section of the full size, and, in a few instances, show the entire length also, but where the dimensions are not given
the articles quoted are the exact size of the illustrations.
Having studied carefully to call everything by its proper name and avoid all exaggerations, we can safely
say that all articles listed in this book will look even better than the illustrations, so that our Customers at a
distance can order as intelligently and with the same confidence from this Catalogue as though they were making
their selections in person from our Safes and Show Cases.
The late improvements in the art of Engraving render it possible to show a perfect fac-simile of any article,
even to the most minute detail, and this has enabled us to entirely dispense with and discontinue the old practice
or custom of sending out goods on approval or selection, but if any article ordered from this Catalogue, which is
not engraved or made specially to order, should, upon examination, fall short of the expectations of the purchaser,
or fail to come fully up to all requirements, it can be returned at our expense and the purchase money wall be
cheerfully refunded.
On the next page will be found a brief description of the most popular precious stones in use at the present
day, with their chemical composition and a few of their leading characteristics, which we trust may be found
interesting as well as useful to our patrons.
We Warrant all Watches regularly for 2 years^ during which time we perform free of charge all repairs,
cleaning, &c., tliat may become necessary in the course of ordinary wear, and if, after the expiration of this time.
Watches are sent to us to be cleaned regularly once a year, for which our charge would be $1.50, we give an
additional Warrant of from 5 to 10 years, according to the grade of movements as follows, viz.: 5 years on all 7
and 9 jeweled movements, 7 years on all 11 and 13 jeweled movements and 10 years on all 15,17 and 19 jeweled
movements. From this it will be seen that on a B. W. Raymond movement the expense would be nothing for the
first two years and for the next ten years could not exceed $1.50 per year. Extraordinary repairs, however, such
as would result from n fall or other accident to the Watch, are not included in this guarantee.
We manufacture ourselves everjlhing in the line of Solid Gold Goods, but do not make an^hing in Rolled
Plate, although we keep constantly in stoc&a complete and varied assortment of Fine Rolled Gold Plate Jewelry, of
the latest styles and patterns, made by the most reliable of Eastern manufacturers, and whicli, for appearance and
finish, elegance of design and ornamentation, can not be excelled by any other goods of the same grade, and,
excepting the question of durability, are fully equal in other respects to solid gold.
We do not keep in stock or handle any of the cheaper grades of Watches, Jewelry or Silver Ware, etc., of
any description, fully believing in the old saying (which is a true one), that the best is always the cheapest in tiie
end, and our prices will always be found as low as consistent with first-class material and workmanship.
In the present work we would ask your special attention to a few of our great specialties, viz.: Watches and
Diamonds, our stock of which, especially in Watches, is much more complete and varied in assortment than ever
before, thereby affording the opportunity of selecting a choice jewel or a time-piece of real merit at a moderate
price.
Would also ask your attention to our fine and extensive assortment of Solid Gold and Stone Rings, all of
our own make, and our Plain Eighteen-Carat Rings: the latter are also our own make, and each Ring bearing our
Stamp is warranted and guaranteed to be full Eignteen-Carat Fine by United States Mint Assay. We do not
manufacture any Plain Gold Rings of a lower grade than Eighteen-Carat Fine.
Our stock of Silver-Plated Ware is composed of the very best and heaviest plated goods there are made, and
the quality is always guaranteed. We make No Charge for Engraving Name, Initials, etc., on any article com¬
ing under this class, which includes Spoons, Forks, etc., etc.
In our Watch-repairing Department we employ the most skillful workmen, and are prepared to execute the
most difficult and complicated work at the most reasonable rates. When Watches are sent to us to be put in
f)rder, we furnish estimate of cost of repairs needed, by return mail, if desired, and await final orders before
putting any expense on them. All work warranted for two years.
Watches or Jewelry sent us for Repairs, or for other purposes (in order to insure prompt attention), should
be accompanied (m same package) by letter of instructions, with full name and address.
We can make to order any special designs in Solid Gold or Silver Goods, and will furnish estimates of cost
upon receipt of letter, which should describe as accurately as possible the articles desired, giving dimensions,
etc. When possible, a Pencil Sketch (even if not an artistic representation) should be enclosed, in order to give
us a general idea of what is required.
We issue new Catalogues on or about the Ist day of November in each year, and shall be pleased to mail our
latest at any time and to any address (postage prepaid), upon receipt of application by letter or otherwise.
As there are many, no doubt, who are still unacquainted with the reputation of our house for fair and honor¬
able dealing, we would cheerfully refer you to the agents or managers of any of the three Express Companies
doing business in this city, viz.: American Express Co., United States Express (’o., Adams Express Co.
Would also refer you to L. J. Gage, Esq., Vice-President First National Bank of Ohic.\go, or to Any
Other Old Established Business House in the (Tty.
Thanking you for past favors, and soliciting your future orders, we remain.
Very truly yours.
E. V. RODDIN Sl CO.
