Moss Agate and Gold Cufflinks

In the decades around 1900 jewelers and jewelry lovers embraced the mysterious, protean beauty of Moss Agates.  In no small part inspired by the efforts of George Kunz, Tiffany & Company's famous gemologist, there was a growing interest in lesser known, exotically beautiful gemstones.  These Moss Agates are a wonderful example.

Well crafted cufflinks are beautiful from every direction.  The backs of these cufflinks are crafted in 14kt yellow gold polished to a bright finish.  The cufflinks are secured on the cuff with sturdy cross bars, stirrup connectors and strong strap brackets.

Sansbury & Nellis was a maker of fine cufflinks and gold jewelry during the early decades of the last century.  The firms's maker's mark ("S-N") is visible on the reverse of the cufflinks along with "14-K" for the purity of the gold.

Name:  Moss Agate II

Cost:  These antique cufflinks have sold,  but you will find many more striking pairs in the Antique Cufflinks Gallery.

Measurements:  These 14kt gold cufflinks weigh a total of  7.8 grams.  The oval Moss Agates measure by just over 9/16" by 1/2".