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Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plate & Onyx Cufflinks Circa 1990 In Original Case
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plate & Onyx Cufflinks Circa 1990 In Original Case

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plate & Onyx Cufflinks Circa 1990 In Original Case

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plate & Onyx Cufflinks Circa 1990 In Original Case Featuring a front

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Gold Plate

Large Cartier Art Deco Travel Interest Diamond 18K Gold Orient Express Cufflinks
Large Cartier Art Deco Travel Interest Diamond 18K Gold Orient Express Cufflinks

Large Cartier Art Deco Travel Interest Diamond 18K Gold Orient Express Cufflinks

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Striking, large Art Deco Cartier Orient Express diamond and 18K gold vintage cufflinks. First half

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s 9K Yellow Gold Enamel Cufflinks with Heraldic Design
Vintage 1970s 9K Yellow Gold Enamel Cufflinks with Heraldic Design

Vintage 1970s 9K Yellow Gold Enamel Cufflinks with Heraldic Design

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

curved connector bar clearly hallmarked with the French import mark (owl) . The cufflinks have been

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cufflinks

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare Gold Plated & Onyx Vintage Art Deco Christian Dior Cufflinks In Lux Case
Rare Gold Plated & Onyx Vintage Art Deco Christian Dior Cufflinks In Lux Case

Rare Gold Plated & Onyx Vintage Art Deco Christian Dior Cufflinks In Lux Case

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Rare Gold Plated & Onyx Vintage Art Deco Christian Dior Cufflinks In Lux Case Circa 1980 Featuring

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Gold Plate

18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cufflinks in Square Cut Design
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cufflinks in Square Cut Design

18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cufflinks in Square Cut Design

Located in Monte Carlo, MC

diamonds are set in three squares. These very well-made cufflinks bear the french state hallmark. Measure

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Diamond White Enamel Formal Wear Dress Set Art Deco 1910 Cufflinks Studs
Cartier Diamond White Enamel Formal Wear Dress Set Art Deco 1910 Cufflinks Studs

Cartier Diamond White Enamel Formal Wear Dress Set Art Deco 1910 Cufflinks Studs

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier, Made In France and numbered 1617. The magnificent Antique Cartier dress set includes Cufflinks

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Lapis Lazuli  Back to Back Yellow Gold Cufflinks, circa 1900
Antique Lapis Lazuli  Back to Back Yellow Gold Cufflinks, circa 1900

Antique Lapis Lazuli Back to Back Yellow Gold Cufflinks, circa 1900

Located in Aspen, CO

measuring approximately 16.5 mm. long and 11.5 mm. across. These cufflinks, with elaborate prongs holding

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marchak 1960 Paris Links Cufflinks with Afghani Blue Lapis Lazuli in 18Kt Gold
Marchak 1960 Paris Links Cufflinks with Afghani Blue Lapis Lazuli in 18Kt Gold

Marchak 1960 Paris Links Cufflinks with Afghani Blue Lapis Lazuli in 18Kt Gold

By Marchak

Located in Miami, FL

house of Marchak in Paris France after the war, circa 1950's. This pair of geometric cufflinks was

Category

Vintage 1950s French Post-War Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Gold Key Ring 18k c1970s France
VCA Gold Key Ring 18k c1970s France

VCA Gold Key Ring 18k c1970s France

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970s, 18k, by Van Cleef & Arpels, France. This tasteful eighteen-karat gold key ring by VCA

Category

Vintage 1970s French Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

French Belle Époque Diamond Enamel Silver and Gold Dress Set, Circa 1920
French Belle Époque Diamond Enamel Silver and Gold Dress Set, Circa 1920

French Belle Époque Diamond Enamel Silver and Gold Dress Set, Circa 1920

Located in London, GB

A French Belle Époque diamond, enamel silver and gold dress set, comprising a pair of cufflinks and

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Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

French Sugarloaf Sapphire and Frosted Crystal Black Tie Dress Set
French Sugarloaf Sapphire and Frosted Crystal Black Tie Dress Set

French Sugarloaf Sapphire and Frosted Crystal Black Tie Dress Set

Located in New York, NY

A spectacularly elegant dress set - French, of course, with hallmarks - consisting of four shirt

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

French 1930s Art Deco Gold Platinum Cuff Links
French 1930s Art Deco Gold Platinum Cuff Links

French 1930s Art Deco Gold Platinum Cuff Links

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French Art Deco 18 karat gold and platinum cuff links. The cuff links are designed in a

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Enamel Dress Set
French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Enamel Dress Set

French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Enamel Dress Set

Located in London, GB

Here we have an exceptional French antique dress set. Each piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 1920s Art Deco Onyx Coral Diamond and Gold Cuff Links
French 1920s Art Deco Onyx Coral Diamond and Gold Cuff Links

French 1920s Art Deco Onyx Coral Diamond and Gold Cuff Links

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French Art Deco platinum and 18 karat gold cuff links with diamond, onyx and coral. The

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Enamel & 18K Yellow Gold Collar Studs - France (Paris) - Circa 1819-38
Antique Enamel & 18K Yellow Gold Collar Studs - France (Paris) - Circa 1819-38

Antique Enamel & 18K Yellow Gold Collar Studs - France (Paris) - Circa 1819-38

Located in Chatham, CA

detail - completely hand made - French ram's head (left facing) gold hallmarks to the back of each

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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century
Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century

Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century

Located in Chatham, CA

(eagle's head) - France - late 19th century. Excellent / mint antique condition - all original - no loss

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian French Ruby Diamond and Mother Of Pearl Dress Studs
Edwardian French Ruby Diamond and Mother Of Pearl Dress Studs

Edwardian French Ruby Diamond and Mother Of Pearl Dress Studs

Located in London, GB

backing with a central ruby surrounded by rose cut diamonds. The cufflinks are French and from the

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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Cassandre YSL Silver Rectangular Cuff Links
Yves Saint Laurent Cassandre YSL Silver Rectangular Cuff Links

Yves Saint Laurent Cassandre YSL Silver Rectangular Cuff Links

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

. In good vintage condition Circa 1990s Cufflinks: Maxi Length: 0.8in. (2cm) Width Maxi: 0.25in

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1990s French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Black CD Tie Clip
Christian Dior Black CD Tie Clip

Christian Dior Black CD Tie Clip

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

. Circa 1990s Made in France In good vintage condition Maxi Length: 1.9in. (5cm) Width: 0.20in (0.5cm

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1990s French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Gold Tone Tie Clip
Christian Dior Gold Tone Tie Clip

Christian Dior Gold Tone Tie Clip

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

the ground, pitted at back. Circa 1980s Made in France In good vintage condition Maxi Length

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Vintage 1980s French Cufflinks

Celine Silver Tone Caleche Tie Link
Celine Silver Tone Caleche Tie Link

Celine Silver Tone Caleche Tie Link

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

back. Circa 1980s In good vintage condition. Made in France. Tie Length: 1.9in. (5cm) Tie width

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Vintage 1980s French Cufflinks

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silver Tone Cassandre Tie Clip
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silver Tone Cassandre Tie Clip

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silver Tone Cassandre Tie Clip

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

in France Maxi Length: 1.9in. (5cm) Width Maxi: 0.20in (0.5cm) We guarantee you will receive this

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1990s French Cufflinks

Celine Black Caleche Tie Link Clip
Celine Black Caleche Tie Link Clip

Celine Black Caleche Tie Link Clip

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

back and pitted at back. In good vintage condition. Made in France. Circa 1990s Tie: 1.9in. (5cm) X

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1990s French Cufflinks

Rene Boivin, Ebony & 18 Karat Gold Dress Set
Rene Boivin, Ebony & 18 Karat Gold Dress Set

Rene Boivin, Ebony & 18 Karat Gold Dress Set

By René Boivin

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

cufflinks are marked 'R.BOIVIN' to the rear and are stamped with the French eagle head gold purity mark

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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Celine  Silver Tone Triomphe Tie Link
Celine  Silver Tone Triomphe Tie Link

Celine Silver Tone Triomphe Tie Link

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

. In good vintage condition. Made in France. Circa 1990s Tie Length: 1.9in. (5cm) Tie width: 0.20in

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1990s French Cufflinks

Givenchy Gold Tone Tie Link
Givenchy Gold Tone Tie Link

Givenchy Gold Tone Tie Link

By Givenchy

Located in Paris, FR

vintage condition. Made in France. Circa 1990s Tie Length: 1.9in. (5cm) Tie Width: 0.20in (0.5cm) We

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1990s French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Gold Tone Square Tie Tack Pin
Christian Dior Gold Tone Square Tie Tack Pin

Christian Dior Gold Tone Square Tie Tack Pin

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

corner and diagonal stripes, a long thin chain. Circa 1990s - Made in France In good vintage condition

Category

1990s French Cufflinks

Celine Gold-tone Triomphe tie link
Celine Gold-tone Triomphe tie link

Celine Gold-tone Triomphe tie link

By Celine

Located in Paris, FR

, pitted at back. In good vintage condition. Made in France. Circa 1990s 1.9in. (5cm) X 0.20in (0.5cm) We

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1990s French Cufflinks

Hermes 18K Yellow Gold Mens Cuff Links
Hermes 18K Yellow Gold Mens Cuff Links

Hermes 18K Yellow Gold Mens Cuff Links

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

These Hermès cufflinks in solid 18K yellow gold bring a sophisticated touch to the world of sport

Category

20th Century French Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Classic Mens Cuff Links
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Classic Mens Cuff Links

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Classic Mens Cuff Links

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

The **Cartier Yellow Gold Ball Cufflinks** are a timeless symbol of luxury and sophistication

Category

20th Century French Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Heads Mens Cuff Links
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Heads Mens Cuff Links

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Heads Mens Cuff Links

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Cartier cufflinks with the most recognized creature in the jewelry world: the Panthere

Category

20th Century French Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Hermès Matching Silk Tie and Silver Tie Clip Zebras Print
Hermès Matching Silk Tie and Silver Tie Clip Zebras Print

Hermès Matching Silk Tie and Silver Tie Clip Zebras Print

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

in France Vintage items Tie is made of 100% silk with red background, burgundy trees, white and

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Late 20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

Silver

Christian Dior Silver Tone Logo Tie Link
Christian Dior Silver Tone Logo Tie Link

Christian Dior Silver Tone Logo Tie Link

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

Christian Dior silver-tone tie link featuring gold-tone ribbed square, a gold-tone Dior pitted. Circa 1990s In good vintage condition Width:0.20 (0.5cm) Maxi Length: 1.9in. (5cm)...

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1990s French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Tie Link
Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Tie Link

Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Tie Link

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

Christian Dior gold-tone tie link featuring a rib ground, a CD in volume. Circa 1980s In good vintage condition Width:0.20 (0.5cm) Maxi Length: 1.9in. (5cm) We guarantee you will...

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1990s French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Tie Link
Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Tie Link

Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Tie Link

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

Christian Dior gold-tone tie link featuring an oval silver-tone with a gold-tone “Christian Dior”pitted. Circa 1990s In good vintage condition Width:0.20 (0.5cm) Maxi Length: 1....

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1990s French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Stamp Tie Clip
Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Stamp Tie Clip

Christian Dior Gold Tone Logo Stamp Tie Clip

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

Christian Dior gold-tone tie clip featuring a front Dior logo, a textured ground. Delivered in original box. Circa 1990s In good vintage condition Maxi Length: 1.9 in (5cm) We gu...

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1990s French Cufflinks

1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set
1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set

1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Van Cleef & Arpels dress set consisting of a pair of cufflinks and 3 studs . The cufflinks and

Category

Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond and Mother of Pearl Stud Set
Antique Diamond and Mother of Pearl Stud Set

Antique Diamond and Mother of Pearl Stud Set

Located in Riverdale, NY

of original smaller shirt buttons. Cufflinks measure .5" across. 1900 France. Hallmarked. Excellent

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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Chanel CC Logo Embossed Large Gold Buttons Charms
Vintage Chanel CC Logo Embossed Large Gold Buttons Charms

Vintage Chanel CC Logo Embossed Large Gold Buttons Charms

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of two vintage CHANEL gold tone CC logo embossed buttons. Can be used as buttons, or can easily be turned into earrings or a brooch. In great condition Measures 1 inch by 1 inch

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Late 20th Century French Cufflinks

Louis Feron 18K Lapis Toggle Links
Louis Feron 18K Lapis Toggle Links

Louis Feron 18K Lapis Toggle Links

By Louis Féron

Located in Riverdale, NY

with twisted wire holding faceted lapis lazuli facted toggles. 1960's France. .75" wide. Length 1 3/8

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Vintage 1960s French Artisan Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Baroque Table Cuff Links
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Baroque Table Cuff Links

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Baroque Table Cuff Links

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Baroque Table Cuff Links Measurements: Height: 0.75 inch (1.9 cm) Width: 0.79 inch (2 cm) Depth: 0.94 inch (2.4 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD...

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20th Century French Cufflinks

Christian Dior Men's Cuff links in original Box
Christian Dior Men's Cuff links in original Box

Christian Dior Men's Cuff links in original Box

By Christian Dior

Located in Wallkill, NY

Pair of Christian Dior Cuff links, with the original box. Measuring .65in x .79in. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern and sterling silver jewelry...

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Late 20th Century French Cufflinks

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 1930s Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cuff Links
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 1930s Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cuff Links

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 1930s Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cuff Links

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French Art Deco platinum cuff links with diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels. The cuff links

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18KT Yellow Gold & Onyx Cuff Links / Studs Dress Set, c.1970's
Cartier 18KT Yellow Gold & Onyx Cuff Links / Studs Dress Set, c.1970's

Cartier 18KT Yellow Gold & Onyx Cuff Links / Studs Dress Set, c.1970's

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Classic 18 karat yellow gold square cuff links and studs set with black onyx. The link style cuff links measure 10.5 mm. The studs (3) measure 7.5mm. Signed Cartier 18k with the jewe...

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Vintage 1970s French Retro Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 KT Yellow Gold Cuff Links with .94CT Diamonds 1.25 Ct Ruby Cabochon
Cartier 18 KT Yellow Gold Cuff Links with .94CT Diamonds 1.25 Ct Ruby Cabochon

Cartier 18 KT Yellow Gold Cuff Links with .94CT Diamonds 1.25 Ct Ruby Cabochon

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Classic 18 karat yellow gold bar style cuff links. The cuff links are set with 0.94 carats of round diamonds, and 1.25 carats of (4) cabochon rubies . When fully opened they measure...

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1990s French Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chased Gold and Diamond Cuff Links
Chased Gold and Diamond Cuff Links

Chased Gold and Diamond Cuff Links

Located in New York, NY

These French gold cuff links with diamond accents date from the Art Nouveau period. Each cuff link

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

A pair of French Art Deco onyx and diamond cufflinks
A pair of French Art Deco onyx and diamond cufflinks

A pair of French Art Deco onyx and diamond cufflinks

Located in London, GB

A pair of French Art Deco onyx and diamond cufflinks, each cufflink consisting of two oval onyx

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

A Pair Of Boucheron Cufflinks
A Pair Of Boucheron Cufflinks

A Pair Of Boucheron Cufflinks

By Boucheron

Located in London, GB

A pair of gold Boucheron cufflinks, the yellow gold chain link designed stirrup cufflinks, each

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Mid-20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold

1990s Fred Paris Enamel Gold Cufflinks
1990s Fred Paris Enamel Gold Cufflinks

1990s Fred Paris Enamel Gold Cufflinks

By Fred Paris

Located in New York, NY

Male-chic! These handsome 18K gold ball cufflinks by Fred - Paris feature five-point stars that pop

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1990s French Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold

Pair of Mellerio Nail and Horn Cufflinks
Pair of Mellerio Nail and Horn Cufflinks

Pair of Mellerio Nail and Horn Cufflinks

By Mellerio

Located in London, GB

cufflinks were made by Mellerio, the French jewellery house founded in 1613 that is known for its royal

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Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A pair of early 20th century Cartier cufflinks
A pair of early 20th century Cartier cufflinks

A pair of early 20th century Cartier cufflinks

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A pair of early 20th century Cartier cufflinks, each cufflink with two round links bearing white

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Early 20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold

A pair of Boucheron gold and sapphire stirrup cufflinks
A pair of Boucheron gold and sapphire stirrup cufflinks

A pair of Boucheron gold and sapphire stirrup cufflinks

By Boucheron

Located in London, GB

A pair of Boucheron gold and sapphire stirrup cufflinks, each with a curb-link arch to a hinged bar

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Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

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French Cufflinks For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of french cufflinks. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find a collection of 331 vintage versions or 17 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of french cufflinks includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 37, are particularly popular. A selection of french cut, round cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of french cufflinks, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for women today than there are for men.

How Much are French Cufflinks?

On average, french cufflinks at 1stDibs sell for $2,518, while they’re typically $330 on the low end and $32,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Cufflinks for You

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.

Questions About French Cufflinks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To do up French cuff links, first pull them all the way through the slits in your French cuffs. Then, twist the metal end on the inside of the cuff to secure the link. You'll find a variety of cuff links on 1stDibs.