Vintage Mid Century 1950s Silver Paua and 47 similar items

This is a pair of Hard-To-Find, VINTAGE, MINT Condition, Hand Crafted "Silver Paua Abalone Mother Of Pearl Shell Unisex Mens Women’s Round Cufflinks" made in New Zealand in the late-1950s. Received as a gift from the groom, my neighbor wore these MODERNIST Cufflinks in the wedding of his cousin who lived in Tauranga, New Zealand during the summer of 1959. Worn occasionally over the past 55+ years, he is getting ready to move to a smaller home and MUST downsize. His LOSS can be your GAIN. In MINT Condition, there are NO marks, stains, odors, cracks, chips or other damage; they come from a smoke-free, pet-free home. With a diameter of approximately 7/8ths of an inch, the swivel post backs work smoothly and hold securely; these CONTEMPORARY Cufflinks are Marked with an “X” on the inside shank. My photographs do NOT do this Pacific Paua Shell Jewelry justice as it is difficult to capture the TRUE Colors radiating from these SOLID pieces of New Zealand Abalone Shell that look like opalescent ripples in a pond! The GLIMMERING royal blue, aqua, green and purple have a VIBRANT SHIMMER and great MOVEMENT. The Iridescent Turquoise Blue, Sea Blue, Green, Pinkish Lavender, and Purple colors are wonderfully VIBRANT and EXOTIC, and are polished to perfection creating an accessory that is PERFECT for Him or Her. These SIMPLE, UNIQUE Cufflinks will add a BEWITCHING finishing touch to any French Cuff shirt, whether you are a Man, Woman or… Bezel set inside a Silver setting, the Paua Shell has been STYLISHLY hand-crafted and polished to a LUSTROUS, DAZZLING sheen showcasing the texture and grain that only NATURAL Shell can boast. These GORGEOUS Cufflinks were designed for anyone who appreciates living the good life. They are STUNNING, sultry and classic, exuding a FABULOUS elegance that is the epitome of consummate enduring HANDSOME BEAUTY. This UNIQUE pair is ABSOLUTELY collection worthy and is an ARTISTIC, hand-crafted Set that features an EXQUISITE design with a STRIKING contrast. The A-list players and the elite will ogle when you wear these DRAMATIC Cufflinks. The style is unmatched and the elements used combine in a visionary design that will intoxicate the senses and leave you begging for more. These Cufflinks will complete any look with a CLASSIC touch that everyone can appreciate and you'll get that nod of knowing envy when you dress for success by being the living embodiment of the word CLASS. BEAUTIFULLY handsome statement Cufflinks that is simple, yet elegant, here is jewelry with simple elegance from the past that is WONDERFUL for today's fashions. Add a whimsical expression to your romantic side with these Cufflinks that are simple and charming enough to compliment any man or woman when they wear a French Cuff shirt. These simple, chic Cufflinks are IDEAL for daily wear or special occasions. PERFECT as an everyday statement or for special occasions, the Paua Shell shimmers and shines as it is worn and looks good against all skin tones. Modern and Minimalist in design, the colors in these Paua Pieces are mesmerizing with a combination of shimmery, iridescent hues of blue, green, lavender, purple and silver.