Ammonite Sterling Silver Cufflinks

Name: Ammonite Sterling Silver Cufflinks
SKU: 5/26 AMMO-CUF-6

These pair of fascinating Ammonite fossils are set in a handsome pair of sterling silver cufflinks.

Gemstone cufflink fronts measure approximately 23x17mm and come with a classic toggle fastening. Height including toggle fastening is 20mm.

Comes with a Two Skies presentation box. Perfect gift for a groomsman, executive or snappy dresser!

Roaming the oceans as far back as 200 million years ago, these squid-like sea creatures are fossilised relatives of the chambered nautilus shell. The name "ammonite" was inspired by the spiral shape of the fossilised shells, which somewhat resemble tightly coiled rams' horns. It is thought the name derived from the Greek God Ammon, who is typically depicted wearing rams horns.
Why do silversmiths use 925%? Measured in parts per thousand, pure silver (999%) is too soft so silversmiths mix it with other metals to make it it harder. The purer the metal, the higher the polish, but it is a lot softer (thus less durable). The harder the metal is, the more hard wearing the jewellery is, but it will also tarnish easier as it has less silver content. Therefore, the silver industry set a standard percentage content for fine silver (925); what we know as "sterling silver". At Two Skies our silversmiths use 925 (sterling) silver for ring shafts and moving parts, and a very high 950% on our stones settings, which enables us to get a strong jewellery item with a beautiful and secure stone setting, without any gluing. Each piece of our jewellery is hand stamped with our Two Skies Hallmark alongside the recognised industry 925 Hallmark.

£135.00

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