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Art Deco "Spool" Cufflinks in Aventurine and Yellow Gold by Sansbury & Nellis

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Fantastic, extremely rare cufflinks featuring green aventurine cabochons set in 14K yellow gold by Sansbury & Nellis, a top American producer of jewelry from the Art Deco era. Spool-style cufflinks are very easy to put on and remove - essentially, like buttoning a button. Part of what makes these cufflinks so unusual is their use of aventurine, a luminous, green gemstone with a glittery, yet subtle sparkle. The aventurine shows its sparkle just as clearly today as it did when these cufflinks were made nearly a century ago. Each of the four faces measures 12.5mm (1/2 inch) in diameter; together the cufflinks weigh 8.37 grams. They are signed "14K" and S-N. A rare opportunity to own a tasteful, highly versatile conversation-starter.
  • Creator:
    Sansbury & Nellis
  • Metal:
    14k Gold,Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Quartz
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Weight:
    8.37 g
  • Dimensions:
    Diameter: 0.5 in (12.5 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Deco
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There is a very tiny chip on the side of one aventurine cabochon. This does not affect the integrity of the piece (which is quite solid) or its overall appearance.
  • Seller Location:
    San Rafael, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1998211619092
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