$3,500 / set
Emerald Tourmaline Diamond Snail Cufflinks
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from sterling silver, these cuff links are hand set with .35 carats emerald, tourmaline, .65 carats sapphire and 2.05 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
Diamond Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The back of the cufflinks is finished with a double hinged swivel bar and pointed cylinder shape t-bar for comfort.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
Edwardian Ruby Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional pair of 0.16 carat ruby and 0.06 carat emerald, 0.08 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold cufflinks; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The back of the cufflinks is finished with a double hinged swivel bar and pointed cylinder shape t-bar for comfort.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
Platinum Diamond Bespoke Rectangular Initials Engraved Modern Hasbani Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Overall, cufflinks are an essential accessory for any fashionable man.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
18K Yellow Gold 0.75ct Diamond and Emerald Cufflinks
Located in Broomall, PA
18K Yellow Gold 0.75ct Diamond and Emerald Cufflinks A bold and refined pair of cufflinks showcasing a richly detailed arrangement of emeralds and diamonds across both the top and r...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
5.00 Carat Emerald & 2.00 Carat Diamond Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Square cut Emeralds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats, and Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond Ruby and Emerald Yellow Gold Clover Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pair of antique 0.15 carat ruby, 0.24 carat diamond and 0.09ct emerald, 18 karat yellow gold four leaf clover cufflinks; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 15.00 Carat Emerald Cufflinks with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with two Pear-Shaped Cabochon Emeralds weighing approximately a total of 15.00 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 2.50 carats. Circa 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage 0.90ct Emerald & 0.36ct Diamond 18k Gold Cufflinks, 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pair of emerald and diamond cufflinks has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Bespoke 18 Kt White Gold Rectangular Engraved Modern Hasbani Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The back of the cufflinks is finished with a double hinged swivel bar and pointed cylinder shape t-bar for comfort.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
18 Karat Gold 1.19 Carat Diamond and Emerald Cufflinks
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Designed with a harmonious blend of luxury and artistry, these 18 Karat Gold cufflinks feature a captivating combination of 1.19 carats of diamonds and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Cartier Platinum Diamond Emerald and Onyx Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Cartier Platinum Diamond Emerald and Onyx Cufflinks. This gorgeous pair of Cartier cufflinks are crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Square Ruby & Emerald W/ Brilliant-Cut Diamonds in Gold Cufflinks
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Each cufflink features four emeralds surrounded by 12 brilliant-cut diamonds on one side, and four rubies encircled by 12 brilliant-cut diamonds on the other.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold
$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Emerald Cabochon Diamond And Enamel Cufflinks In Yellow Gold.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Combining precious gemstones,gold craftsmanship, and heritage enamel techniques, these cabochon emerald, diamond and enamel cufflinks are a sophisticated accessory for formal occasio...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Columbian Emerald and Diamond Cufflink Stud Set 14 karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond: 1.80 CTS Total Wt. Color Stones: 5.80 CTS Round Diamond: 1.80 CTS Emerald Colombian : 3.80 CTS Clarity VS Color G – H Gold Wt. 22.00 grams
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$185,000 / set
Oscar Heyman Diamond Cufflinks
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Rectangular Step Cut Diamond Cufflinks In Platinum. Centers of these cufflinks set with 2 emerald cut diamonds with total weight of 6.76ct: 3.41ct rectangular step cut ...
Diamond
Ruby Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Please note lifestyle images are the cufflinks with diamonds listing LU91615664801
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
Sapphire Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Diamond, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, and Yellow), Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Spinel, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
14k Yellow Gold and Emerald Coin Cufflinks
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Type: Cufflinks Style: Coin Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone Details: These cufflinks feature a Coin design with Emerald outlined stones with Round Brilliant Diamond accents.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond "Dragon" Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond Dragon Cufflinks With Emerald Eye. The cufflinks are set with 124 round brilliant cut diamonds of different sizes and 2 emeralds set as eyes of the dragons.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Platinum Black Onyx & Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
WE SHIP PREPAID DUTIES AND CUSTOM CHARGES , SO NO EXTRA CHARGES TO YOU These exceptional platinum cufflinks center on a pair of deep, velvety black onyx stones n a striking square ...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
DAVID WEBB Vintage Emerald 18k Gold Lion Head Cufflinks
By David Webb
Located in New York City, NY
Step into the realm of regal elegance with our David Webb Vintage Emerald 18k Gold Lion Head Cufflinks. Crafted to captivate and command attention, these cufflinks are a testament to...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$129,500 / set
Oscar Heyman Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Rectangular Step Cut Diamond And Sapphire Cufflinks In Platinum. Centers of these cufflinks set with 2 emerald cut diamonds with total weight of 6.52ct: 3.29ct rectan...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$3,792Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Deco Emerald Onyx Cufflinks with Diamonds Unisex Gift in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Emerald Onyx Cufflinks with Diamonds Unisex Gift in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 3.55 carats and diamond of 0.39 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Stirrup Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Platinum Stirrup form Cufflinks, measuring 3/4 inch in length and 1/8 inch wide set with Fine color step cut Sapphires and Emerald cut Diamonds totaling approximately 2 Ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victor Mayer Cufflinks Round 18k White Gold 2 Diamonds Emerald Green Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Round Cufflinks 18k White Gold with Diamonds & Emerald Green Guilloche Enamel Cuff links, 18k white gold, guilloche, vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds total 0,26 ct, G VS Ref...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$13,958 / set
18 Karat Rose Gold Carnelian Diamond Cufflinks
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold "Wall street" unique cufflinks are from Divine Collection. These classy cufflinks are made from beautiful natural carnelian 20.0 Carat and natural white diamonds in tot...
Diamond, White Diamond, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.66ct Diamond Sun Rays Cufflinks
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.66ct Diamond Sun Rays Cufflinks These stunning 14k Yellow Gold 0.66ct Diamond Sun Rays Cufflinks is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Type: Cufflinks S...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crimson Architect - Illusion Cut Diamond set with Rubies in Designer Cufflinks
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crimson Architect Ruby fire. Diamond geometry. Cufflinks where passion meets architectural luxury.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Midnight Architect - Illusion Cut Diamonds set with Sapphires in 18K Cufflinks
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Midnight Architect Sapphire night. Diamond geometry. Cufflinks where darkness becomes refined, architectural luxury.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 K Yellow Gold Cufflinks Enamel Garnet Diamonds Smoky Quartz
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A pair of unusual hand made 18 K yellow Gold cufflinks featuring 2 Garnets weighing 1.72ct and 8 brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 0.16 ct. Brown enamel to create this harmonious look...
Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K White Gold Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Men’s Cufflinks
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
* OUR PRICES ARE PREPAID TARRIFS . NO EXTRA COSTS FOR YOU UPON DELIVERY . A distinguished pair of men’s Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond cufflinks crafted in 18K white gold, designed w...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pharmacist Cufflinks In 18ct Gold With Diamonds Asclepius Snake Art Deco
Located in Milano, MI
Cufflinks in 18ct gold with rose cut diamonds and emeralds, with Pharmacist symbol from the 1930s.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Bracelet - VHK#
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Bracelet - VHK#726a Item Details: Year: 1980s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 23.3 gram...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Please note lifestyle images are the cufflinks with diamonds listing LU91615664801
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
Ruby Bespoke Sterling Silver Rectangular Engraved Modern Classic Cufflinks
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Diamond, Emerald, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Opal, Spinel, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
MARCUS & CO. 1920 Art-Deco Cufflinks In 18Kt Gold With Calibre Cut Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
The entire surfaces are embellished with calibre cut specially carved from natural gemstones, such; calibrated rose cuts diamonds, green emeralds, vivid red rubies and blue sapphires.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Ye...
Pair of Turn-of-the-Century Gold Gemset Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of turn-of-the-century oval yellow and white gold gemset cufflinks, each cufflink comprising an oval plaque, set at a diagonal with yellow and white gold, separated with a str...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Diamond and Green Emerald Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
These cufflinks feature two Baguette cut diamonds, one weighing 1.11 and the other weighing 1.08 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Onyx Emerald Diamond Gold Cufflinks
Located in Berlin, DE
Set with 4 chaton-cut diamonds weighing ca. 0,10 ct, 24 onyx and 16 emeralds. Mounted in 18 K white- and yellow gold. Hallmarked with the purity 750. Total weight: 7,65 g. Diameter: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Frascarolo Gold Diamond Enamel Emerald Lion Cufflinks
By Frascarolo
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of 18k gold large cufflinks by Frascarolo, with enamel and approx. 0.60ctw in H/VS diamonds, depicting lion heads. Cufflink top is 25mm x 22mm. Marked: modele depose, FC mark. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Enamel
Asch Grossbardt Gold Onyx Hematite Emerald Diamond Bull Cufflinks Stud Set
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Exquisite 14k yellow gold cufflinks and studs set, crafted by Asch Grossbardt, featuring bulls design, decorated with onyx, hemamtite, diamonds and emerald eyes.
Diamond, Emerald, Hematite, Onyx, 14k Gold
Matthew Cambery 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Emerald Cabochon Cufflinks
By Matthew Cambery
Located in London, GB
Matthew Cambery 18K Yellow Gold torpedo shape Cufflinks hand engraved and vitreous enamelled red and green with a band of brilliant cut diamonds totalling 0.55 ct set with emerald ca...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Platinum and 14 Karat Gold Austrian Cufflinks
Located in Munich, DE
On top of each round link with its open work sits one central diamond next to two triangles. Each triangle consists of one small round diamond and two green emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Matthew Cambery 18 Karat Gold Diamond Emerald and Mother of Pearl Cufflinks
By Matthew Cambery
Located in London, GB
Matthew Cambery 18K Yellow Gold Cufflinks set with a central mother of pearl disc and surrounded by alternating princess cut diamonds and square emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Sapphire Ruby 18 Karat Gold Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
Late Victorian 18ct Beaten Gold cuff links set with Emerald, Diamond Sapphire and Ruby With later importation hall mark for London
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 0.4 in L 0.63 in
Cufflinks in 18 Karat Gold set with Emeralds and Diamonds, French circa 1900.
Located in London, GB
Double sided cufflinks in 18 karat yellow gold, set with emeralds and rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Rosetta Women Cufflinks with Emerald Cabochons
By Djoya
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Rosetta motifs are a symbol of human cultural evolution, are embellished with intense pink and canary diamonds around emerald cabochons as Cufflinks for women.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.62 Carats Emerald and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Cufflinks, 18 karat gold
Located in Lakewood, NJ
These luxury men's cufflinks set in 18k white gold are uniquely designed with 2.91 carats of Emeralds and 2.71 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.95 in W 0.56 in L 0.54 in
Lesunja Loch Ness Tourmalines White Gold Black Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Zürich, CH
Cufflinks in polished white gold 750/ 18K with green, emerald cut tourmalines 2,3ct and 40 black brilliant cut diamonds 0,60ct.
Black Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Matthew Cambery 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cufflinks
By Matthew Cambery
Located in London, GB
Matthew Cambery 18K Yellow Gold Cufflinks set with 4 central square emerald cut rubies surrounded by Brilliant Cut Diamonds totalling 1.05 Carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Triple Alegria Diamond and Emerald Cuff
Located in Cali, CO
Three rows of Diamonds each toped with emerald to create a show stopping cuff. no piercing needed.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold
Eva Fehren Elongated Hexagon Cufflinks in 18K Gold with 2.78 Carat Grey Diamonds
By Eva Fehren
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Blackened White Gold Cufflinks with 2.78 Carat Grey Diamonds and Black Diamond Pavé. Handmade in New York City XX/XY is a unisex jewelry collection that speaks to the uniq...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Emerald & diamond 14k yellow gold cuflinks
Located in Surfside, FL
Cufflinks with moving Emerald & diamonds under glass in 14k yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Set Of Three Diamond And Gem Set Dress Sets
Located in Greenwich, CT
An Extraordinary Art Deco dress set, three sets of open scroll design with a central triangular cut gem, the three sets in emerald, sapphire and ruby comprising cufflinks buttons and...
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Multi-gem and Gold Serpent Cuff links
Located in New York, NY
Serpents were a very popular motif in jewelry during the Victorian period, and while it is not terribly difficult to find serpent cuff links, these happen to be beautifully made and ...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold
13.63 Ct Emerald Carving Stud Earring Convertible to Cufflinks, Diamond Halo
Located in Kowloon, HK
The carved motif gives the emerald an organic, sculpted feel. This central dome is surrounded by a dazzling white diamond halo, creating a scalloped, voluminous profile that flares o...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Jacob & Co. Bull Face Emerald Diamonds Cufflinks
By Jacob & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Jacob & Co.18K Emerald and Diamonds Cufflinks with Original Papers 2049 Round Brilliant Diamonds =12.09CT
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Tiffany Art Deco Platinum & Emerald Diamond Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and important platinum set emerald and diamond cufflinks, by Tiffany & Co. circa 1920s.
Emerald and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted emerald and diamond cufflinks. The total emerald weight is 4.36 carats, diamond weight is 1.56 carats and gross weight is 10.14 grams.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Emerald Diamond Gold Serpent Cufflinks
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold with 3 cts of fine diamonds and .80 cts of emeralds for his eyes. C. 1945
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
TVJ Emerald and Diamond Round Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
This is an exceptionally crafted contemporary pair of 18ct white gold cufflinks. Each cufflink plays host to a cushion cut natural emerald which is surrounded by 42 round brilliant c...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Platinum Emerald and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
Emerald and diamond cufflinks hand crafted in platinum featuring 8 rich green sugar loaf cabochon emeralds accented by 28 single and baguette cut diamonds.
Emerald, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful pair of Yellow Gold and 3.18 carat Diamond cufflinks, with natural 2.18 carat Zambian Emeralds studded in the center.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1930s Diamond Emerald Platinum Handkerchief Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
Adorning the façade of these are vintage era Rose Cut Diamonds and Emeralds. The diamonds weigh appx. 0.86 carats and are of appx.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond and Emerald Silver Fox Head Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pair of contemporary 0.58 carat diamond and 0.08 carat emerald, silver gilt 'fox head' cufflinks; part of our diverse men's jewellery collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Cufflinks rose to popularity during the 1800s as fashionable men sought a refined and elegant solution for keeping their shirtsleeves together. Prior to this accessory, which initially materialized as a simple chain fastened to a button, men were lacing the ends of their sleeves with ribbon or string. Today, there are all manner of antique and vintage cufflinks that add flair and functionality to relaxed casual wear as much as they do for classy formal attire.
It wasn’t long before diamonds, emeralds and other precious gemstones began to appear on cufflinks, a means of adding ornament to clean and starched formal wear. When clothing manufacturers began to produce shirt cuffs and collars with more durable materials during the 19th century, a class of newer, stronger cufflinks gained credibility as being both essential and stylish. In the decades following this era’s design evolution, an entire industry bloomed around the craft of these subtle statement pieces.
Luxury brands more often associated with engagement rings and bracelets, such as Cartier and Tiffany & Co., have added cufflinks to their lines over the years, and jewelry designers, working in numerous styles, have explored the use of different materials and integrated a variety of ornamentation. Understated cufflinks of gold and platinum are guaranteed to cleanly complement any ensemble, while more niche designs allow the jewels to truly shine.
Cufflinks are practical pieces of jewelry that can also be very expressive. Consider the event for which you’re donning cufflinks and accessorize accordingly, but know that a distinctive pair of cufflinks, such as the colorful confections offered by Trianon, can pop against your dressy evening wear. Whether they’re geometric wonders of the Art Deco era, reliably relevant skull jewels or glittering accessories designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, adorned with the maison’s celebrated four-leaf clover or prominent animal motifs, you can delicately break from what can be a stuffy business meeting by introducing personality and pizzazz with a duo of nifty cufflinks.
A carefully chosen set of cufflinks can bring a stylish outfit together — literally. Find a large, luxurious collection of contemporary cufflinks as well as irresistible vintage pieces on 1stDibs today.