Description
Gorgeous Victorian diamond button cufflinks, 18ct gold, mother of pearl and diamonds
Beautifully designed the round mother of pearl is centred with a sparkling old cut diamond
These handcrafted elegant cufflinks date to around 1890
The double sided cufflinks are connected by a yellow 18ct gold chain link.
Suitable for a man or woman these cufflinks look stunning when worn
The cufflinks are 12.5 mm ( 1/2″) across
Diamonds 4 x approx. 2.5mm
Total diamond weight circa 0.30carat
Mother of pearl ivory undertones with green,purple and blue overtones
The reverse of each cufflink stamped 18 carat gold
Total weight 5 grams
These Victorian diamond button cufflinks come in the presentation box illustrated
They are in excellent condition.
our ref 23285
For further information call Paula 07949058591
Mother-of-pearl: the iridescent shell of the mollusc from which we obtain the pearl, this outer shell is then cut and worked. In Victorian times mother-of-pearl was used as backings for seed pearl clusters and portrait brooches. In Edwardian times mother-of-pearl was very popular for gentlemen’s cufflinks.
Mother of pearl is a natural material that has been used for decorative purposes for centuries. It is an iridescent substance that is found inside the shells of certain molluscs, including oysters and abalone. Mother of pearl has been used in jewellery, furniture, and other decorative items for its beauty and durability.
The history of mother of pearl can be traced back to ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. These cultures used mother of pearl to create intricate designs on jewellery and other decorative items. In the Middle Ages, mother of pearl was used to decorate religious objects, such as crosses and reliquaries.
During the Renaissance, mother of pearl became even more popular in Europe. It was used to decorate furniture, musical instruments, and other luxury items. In the 19th century, the invention of the button-making machine led to a surge in demand for mother of pearl buttons, which were used on clothing and accessories. Today, mother of pearl continues to be used in a variety of decorative applications, from jewellery to home decor.
