$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Gold Painting on Crystal, Essex Crystal, Cufflinks
Located in Aspen, CO
's crystal". Large and substantial, these cufflinks are in fine condition. All items sold are accompanied
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Gold Painting on Crysta, Essex Crystal, Cufflinks
Located in Aspen, CO
's crystal". Large and substantial, these cufflinks are in fine condition. All items sold are accompanied
Rock Crystal, Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold
Fine Essex Crystal Dog Cufflinks
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extremely detailed and finely reverse painted Essex crystal cufflinks from the 1920s of German
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Fine Essex Crystal Dog Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Extremely detailed and finely reverse painted essex crystal cufflinks from the 1920s of German
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Reverse-Printed Crystal Dog Portrait Cufflinks, Circa 1890
Located in Northampton, MA
-themed Essex crystal cufflinks because the crystals are so often scratched or chipped. Which makes sense
Crystal
Theo Fennell Essex Crystal Golf Cufflinks
By Theo Fennell
Located in London, GB
, Theo Fennell. Each cufflink plays host to a rounded Essex crystal face which, in turn, has been set
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal and Yellow Gold Horse Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Essex crystal panels. The cufflinks are a very good gauge of gold and are in excellent condition with
Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Cufflinks Platinum, Essex Crystal, Fine Reverse Painting under Rock Crystal
Located in Aspen, CO
Cufflinks with Essex Crystals, these cufflinks are of finely painted dogs on mother of pearl and
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Platinum
Edwardian 14k Essex Crystal Hunting Dog & Fox Cufflinks
Located in Narberth, PA
common motifs. A gorgeous pair of reverse carved crystal cufflinks from the Edwardiab (ca1910) era! Each
Crystal, 14k Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal and 18k Yellow Gold Dog Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
border. Each cufflink consists of two essex crystal panels, one depicting an 'English pointer' dog and
Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,298
Dm 0.6 in L 0.99 in
Exceptional Hermès Vintage Essex Crystal Gold Cufflinks Horse Stirrup Pattern
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Astounding Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Cufflinks Pattern: Horse Heads and Stirrup The essex crystal
Crystal, 18k Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Quartz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fish Antique Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as link style cufflinks terminating with reverse carved Essex crystal quartz cabochons
Crystal, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Deco 1937 Painted Essex Crystal 14 Karat Gold Vintage Snipe Bird Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as barbell style cufflinks with round terminals Comprised of carved colorless rock
Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold
Late Victorian 18k Gold Intaglio Essex Crystal Cuff Links with Birds
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
links. Crafted from luxurious 18k gold, each cuff link features a beautifully detailed Intaglio Essex
Crystal, 18k Gold
Essex Crystal Horse Head Reverse Painted Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
c1910 Beautifully detailed Essex Crystal reverse painted intagliol and 14K gold mounted cufflinks
14k Gold
Vintage Essex Crystal Cufflink and Tie Clip Components '5 pieces'
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
These classic vintage Silver Essex Crystal cufflink and tie clip components feature horses and
Crystal, Silver
Exceptional Art Deco Reverse Crystal Gold Sporting Motifs Double Sided Cufflinks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These wonderful 14k Essex crystal cufflinks have great depth in each of the reverse carvings. These
Crystal, 14k Gold
Essex Crystal Fox Hunting Cufflinks
Located in Frankfurt, DE
Reverse Handpainted Rock Crystal mounted in 750/- Yellow Gold, very Ralph Lauren!!
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Essex Crystal Mirror Art Deco Unique Luxury Statement Cufflinks
Located in Benfleet, GB
A set of hand crafted 18ct gold cufflinks made with Essex Crystal mirrors Unique in their design
Crystal, 18k Gold
Essex Crystal Fox Hunting Cuff Links
Located in Frankfurt, DE
Handpainted Rock Crystal mounted in 750/- Yellow Gold
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
English Essex Crystal Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of English estate 9 karat gold cuff links with carved crystals. The Essex crystal cuff links
Crystal, 9k Gold
Art Deco Essex Crystal Hounds and Pheasants Cufflinks
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extremely detailed and finely reverse painted essex crystal cufflinks from the 1920s. Luminescent
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Reverse Intaglio Essex Crystal German Shepherd Cufflinks
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A pair of reverse intaglio Essex crystal cufflinks, each depicting a German Shepherd dog. The
Crystal, Yellow Gold
Vintage Essex Crystal Dog Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
This is a set of 14ct yellow gold cufflinks. These essex crystal cufflinks are beautifully crafted
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950's Gold and Reverse Crystal Swordfish Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
14k yellow Gold and Reverse painted Essex Crystal Cufflinks of a Swordfish, very colorful and
14k Gold
Enos Richardson Essex Crystal Dog Cufflinks
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Borzoi Dogs Essex Crystal Cuff Links by Enos Richardson Colorful Essex crystal cuff links
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Art Deco Essex Crystal Terrier Cufflinks
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Known as reverse crystal intaglios or Essex crystals, this pair, carved backwards into the back of
Agate, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Yellow Gold Fox Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional pair of Essex crystal and 21 karat yellow gold, 21 karat white gold set cufflinks
Crystal, Yellow Gold
Antique reverse Essex Crystal Scottie Dog Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
14K yellow gold and Reverse Painted Essex Crystal, Scottie Dog Cufflinks, Incredible 3 dimentional
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Essex Crystal and Gold Horse Cufflinks
Located in New Orleans, LA
Essex crystal set in these handsome cufflinks. Crafted in Birmingham, England, these cufflinks are the
18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Essex Crystal French Bulldog Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with crystal and a hand-painted French bulldogs. Circa late 1800s
Crystal, 18k Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal and Yellow Gold Dog Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine quality set with hand painted Essex crystal panels. The cufflinks are a very good gauge of gold
Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold Essex Crystal Terrier Cufflinks
Located in London, England
These 14ct gold cufflinks display the most detailed craftsmanship of essex crystals, typical of the
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Essex Crystal and Yellow Gold 'Bird' Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A Stunning pair of Essex crystal and 18 carat yellow gold cufflinks depicting a gold finch and a
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Reverse Carved Essex Crystal Fly Insect Cufflinks
Located in Narberth, PA
motifs. A gorgeous and unusual pair of reverse carved crystal cufflinks from the late Victorian (ca1900
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Dog Cufflinks 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian Essex Crystal dog cuff links in 18 karat yellow gold. This charming pair of
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Duck Scene Cufflinks in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful pair of Victorian Essex crystal duck scene cufflinks, set in 18k yellow gold. These
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marcus & Co. 1930's Essex Crystal and Gold Hunting Cufflinks
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of American cuff links composed of Essex crystals by Marcus & Co. The double sided cuff
Crystal, 14k Gold
Essex Crystal Hand-Painted 18 Karat Gold Cufflinks
Located in London, England
These cufflinks are stunningly detailed, depicting on one side a duck in flight and the other a
18k Gold
Antique Victorian Essex Crystal Gold Shorthorn Bull Cufflink Tie Clip Set
Located in Narberth, PA
approximately 5/8" in diameter and is 1/4" thick. The diameter of the rock quartz crystal's on the cufflinks
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Essex Crystal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Equestrian Reverse Head Cufflinks
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
These Cufflinks feature an equestrian design with a hand painted reverse intaglio Essex Crystal
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marcus & Co. Edwardian Essex Crystal Mother-Of-Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Link style cufflinks terminate with 13.0 mm round Essex style reverse carved rock crystal cabochons
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.57 in D 0.75 in L 0.88 in
Victorian Essex Crystal Mother Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Quail Bird Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as bar style cufflinks terminating with carved Essex crystal cabochons painted to depict
Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.57 in D 0.75 in L 0.88 in
Victorian Essex Crystal Mother Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Quail Bird Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as bar style cufflinks terminating with carved Essex crystal cabochons painted to depict
Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Quartz 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cow Animal Antique Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as hinged bar-style cufflinks centering 13.5 mm round crystal quartz cabochons Reverse
Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Essex Crystal Yellow Gold Dog and Horse Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pair of Essex crystal and 14 karat yellow gold cufflinks depicting horses and dogs
Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Essex Crystal and Yellow Gold 'Fox' Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning pair of Essex crystal and 14 karat yellow gold cufflinks depicting fox's heads; part of
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Essex crystal Duck cufflinks, sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
Essex crystal as it is known. These cufflinks feature ducks in flight. The crystal cabochons is
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Sold
W 0.4 in Dm 0.6 in L 1.19 in
Hermès Essex Crystal Vintage Cufflinks Gold Deer Partridge Removable RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
"navette"-shaped pieces embellished with small flowers Made of Essex Crystal and Gold Signed "HERMES
Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 1880s Essex Crystal and Yellow Gold 'Pheasant' Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of Victorian essex crystal and 14 karat yellow gold 'Pheasant' cufflinks
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold and Essex Crystal Nautical Flag Cufflinks
Located in valatie, NY
A beautiful pair of 14K yellow gold and reverse painted Essex Crystal nautical flag cufflinks
14k Gold
Yellow Gold and Reverse Essex Crystal Duck & Mallard Hunting Motif Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
each side a finely deep carved very colorful and detailed Essex Crystal of Ducks and Mallards. Backed
14k Gold
Reverse Essex Crystal Dog Tie Pin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A fine reverse Essex crystal tie pin depicting a dog, early 20th Century. The tie pin has rubbed
Crystal, Yellow Gold
Pair of Edwardian Essex Crystal Horse Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian reverse intaglio crystal cufflinks, the cabochon-cut crystal faces each
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Rare Pair of 14k Gold Essex Crystal Cufflinks Golfers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Dated pair of exceptional reverse painted essex crystal cufflinks with images of golfers.
Antique Gold Essex Crystal Sailboat Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Antique double-sided Essex Crystal cufflinks. Sailboat motif. 14K yellow gold. 2/3" long -- a
14k Gold
Art Deco Essex Crystal Gold Double Sided Dog Cufflinks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These wonderfully done Essex Crystal cufflinks are in pristine condition. They are double sided
18k Gold
Essex Crystal Spider Cufflinks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reverse Essex crystal scary spider disc cufflinks with boomerang style ends separated by gold chain
Essex Crystal Gold Horse Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous pair of 14 carat yellow gold horse Essex, or reverse intaglio cufflinks. Very
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,118Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.1 in D 0.35 in L 1.38 in
Henry Blank & Co. 1925 Essex Glass Hunting Trumpet Horse Pin In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Essex Glass Hunting Trumpet Horse Pin designed by Henry Blank & Co. Beautiful antique piece from the American art deco period, created in Newark New Jersey by the firm of Henry Blan...
Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Geodesic Dome Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pavé-set, platinum, and 18 karat gold Geodesic Dome diamond ring, by David Webb, first made in c. 1965. The ring measures a Size 7. It is signed WEBB, stamped 18k, and Plat. The ri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,360Sale Price|20% Off
DAVID WEBB 1970 Eternity Ring In Solid Platinum With 3.80 Ctw In Blue Sapphires
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Eternity ring designed by David Webb (1925-1975). This is a very rare eternity ring, created in New York city by the iconic jewelry designer David Webb, back in the 1970. The eterni...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ebel Men's Classic Stainless Steel Wrist Watch Model E9187F41
By Ebel
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Swiss made with contemporary sport watch design, Ebel Classic Stainless Steel Men's / Unisex Watch Model Number E9187F41. The stainless steel watch case size is 37mm and wrist size i...
Stainless Steel
Victorian Essex Crystal Yellow Gold Dog Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Essex crystal reverse intaglio and 9 karat yellow gold 'dog' cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique Victorian jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and...
Crystal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
A Spectacular Large Siberian Amethyst and Diamond Pendant/Brooch, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique silver topped yellow gold brooch and pendant centering a gem quality natural approximately 22 ct. Siberian amethyst in a fancy octagonal shape. This stone, prong set, has an ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Hermes Kelly Kellywood 22 Wood Kelly Barenia Leather Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exquisite limited edition Hermes Kellywood "Kelly Wood" 22 bag featured in bog oak and Barenia leather. Not since the Sterling Kelly bag, has Hermes offered a ba...
Edwardian Platinum Diamond and Pearl Reverse Carved Rock Crystal Equestrian Pin
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Platinum Diamond and Pearl Reverse Carved Rock Crystal Equestrian Brooch c.1910 Essex crystal jewelry utilizes reverse glyptography — the art of gemstone carving — to crea...
Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Platinum
$960,000Sale Price|20% Off
PLATINUM AWARD EYE CLEAN GRS Certified 6 Carat BURMA NO HEAT RUBY Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
🔥 EXCEPTIONAL GRS-CERTIFIED 6 CARAT BURMA NO HEAT RUBY RING 🔥 Presenting a rare and investment-grade 6.00-carat Burma Ruby, GRS-certified, NO HEAT, and awarded the PLATINUM AWARD f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped, 1920’s Art Deco Round Cufflinks
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cufflinks 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This striking pair of Art Deco cufflinks features a luxurious combination of 18ct yellow gold and platinum. Each cuffl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Essex Crystal Reverse Intaglio Gold Dog Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The domed round shape rock crystal reverse intaglio painted to depict a Yorkshire Terrier. Mounted in 18Kt gold setting Finger size: 7 Diameter of the top: 25 mm Weight: 16.2 gr
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Essex Crystal Riding Themed Bracelet
Located in Riverdale, NY
Art Deco period link bracelet with "Horse" theme showing riders, horses and polo players finely reverse painted under rock crystal cabochons, backed with mother of pearl. Alternating...
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
$76,985
H 2.96 in Dm 1.78 in
Fabergé 18 Kt Gold Egg Red Enamel with Gold Stand, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds
By Fabergé
Located in BARI, IT
Rare Fabergé gold egg with its gold stand. It is decorated with red guilloche enamel and precious stones: emeralds (0.40 carats), sapphires (3.15 carats), diamonds (0.56 carats). It ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Gold, Enamel
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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.