A Link to the Past
From gaudy, provocative designs to exquisite examples set in gold and embedded with precious gemstones, cufflinks are a sharp way to add flair to classic formalwear.
Discover MoreApparently these cufflinks were made by Mr McLellan for his son. He was second in command to Barnes Wallace in designing the bouncing bomb in World War Two. He cut the syntheticA man-made material with essentially the same optical, chemical and physical properties as its natural counterpart, but completely artificial. Commonly used for calibré settings due to the colour matching possibilities. sapphires. In 1902 the French chemist Auguste Verneuil developed a process for producing synthetic sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone.
crystals. In the Verneuil process, named after him, fine alumina powder is added to an oxyhydrogen flame, and this is directed downward against a mantle. The alumina in the flame is slowly deposited, creating a teardrop shaped “boule” of sapphire material. Artificial sapphire material is identical to naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments. sapphire, except it can be made without the flaws. They are amazing to look at as the colour is such an incredible deep blue.
Interesting history behind these cufflinks.
From gaudy, provocative designs to exquisite examples set in gold and embedded with precious gemstones, cufflinks are a sharp way to add flair to classic formalwear.
Discover MoreBuying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
Find Out MoreWe always stand by our five core principles:
Quality, Rarity, Expertise, Peace of Mind and Personal Touch