Family heirloom cufflinks

[Dinerman]

My mom gave these to me yesterday. They had belonged to her father.

One end screws off, so that you can get them on the shirt. There are no markings on them, and they are remarkably heavy.

 

[Tomasso]

Very Nice!

But, you'll need a valet to put them on.

 

[Dinerman]

I've managed to get them on by bracing one end against my leg, and screwing the end with my free hand. They're kind of awkward that way, but they have such a heft to them that they keep the shirt in the right place.

 

[Tomasso]

What do you think that they're made of?

 

[Dinerman]

I really don't know.

 

[jamespowers]

For those types of links, I put them on before I put the shirt on. There is enough room to get your hand through---usually.
They look great. Enjoy them.

Regards,

J

 

[Flash Gordon]

If they're THAT heavy, they very well might be gold!

 

[duggap]

I hunt for civil war artifacts and have found some old cuff links. I have been able to date (and gain other info) from using the internet. There are groups who collect them. I hope you find the history, it may be very interesting.

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

Semi-OT, but is it considered a fashion faux-pas to have one's shirt cuffs large enough so that one's hands fit through when they're closed with buttons or links? It sure does make it more convenient.

 

[jamespowers]

Semi-OT, but is it considered a fashion faux-pas to have one's shirt cuffs large enough so that one's hands fit through when they're closed with buttons or links? It sure does make it more convenient.

I'll take convenience over faux pas.
It really depends on the cut of the shirt for me in reality.

Regards,

J