Real Sapphire Cufflinks
1990s English Cufflinks
Sapphire, White Gold
1990s English Cufflinks
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Art Deco Cufflinks
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cufflinks
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Enamel
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Cufflinks
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Modern Cufflinks
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Cufflinks
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Drop Necklaces
Copper, Enamel
2010s Afghan Arts and Crafts Link Necklaces
Tourmaline
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Copper, Enamel
1990s American Brooches
Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Mexican Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cufflinks
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Cufflinks
14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal, Enamel
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1990s American Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Cufflinks
Gold, Enamel
20th Century Italian Art Deco Cufflinks
Gold, Enamel
20th Century Italian Art Deco Cufflinks
Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cufflinks
18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cufflinks
Blue Sapphire, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
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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.
- Are sapphire diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, sapphire diamonds are not real diamonds. They are actually white or colorless sapphire gemstones. Diamonds are pure carbon, while sapphires are corundum minerals that contain aluminum oxide and trace elements. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of expertly vetted diamond gemstone jewelry.
- Are rainbow sapphires real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not rainbow sapphires in jewelry are real depends on the piece. Sapphires do come in a wide range of colors, and fine jewelry called “rainbow” may include the gems in multiple hues. However, other gems or colored glass may take the place of real sapphires in some pieces. You'll find a range of expertly vetted rainbow sapphire gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is purple sapphire real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether purple sapphire is real depends on the piece in question. Nature does produce purple sapphires, but they are not as common as other colors like blue and white. An expert appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece contains a genuine gemstone. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of sapphire gemstone jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One of the best ways to tell if any orange sapphire is real is to give the gemstone a “breath test.” Breathe on the sapphire to create a fog — if the condensation clears up within a few seconds, the sapphire is genuine. You can also try the “scratch test” by scraping a key or coin across the sapphire’s surface. Sapphires are second only to diamonds on the Mohs Hardness Scale, so scraping shouldn't leave a mark on a real sapphire. Shop a collection of orange sapphire jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are star sapphires real gems?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, natural star sapphires are real gems. The star-like reflective effect comes from inclusions present in the gemstones. Keep in mind that some jewelry features man-made star sapphires rather than natural stones, making it important that you purchase from reputable jewelers or online platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted star sapphire gemstone jewelry.