Links of London Sterling Silver and Gilt Pheasant Cufflinks

Pheasant in Flight with Cartridge-Form Backs

This pair of Links of London cufflinks depicts pheasants in flight, executed in sterling silver with gilt feather detailing. Each bird is connected by a 20mm chain to a cylindrical cartridge-form back, forming a traditional double-ended chain cufflink.

The pheasants measure 34mm in length and 28mm across the wings, with a thickness of 3.5mm. The scale gives the motif presence while maintaining formal proportion.

Dimensions

• Bird: 34mm long x 28mm wide
• Thickness: 3.5mm
• Chain length: 20mm
• Cartridge-form back: 18mm long
• Back diameter: 5mm

Construction

• Double-ended chain-link cufflinks
• Sterling silver pheasant fronts
• Cylindrical cartridge-form backs
• Fine chain connectors allowing natural movement

The cartridge-form backs are fixed components and do not swivel. The chain-link construction allows the cufflinks to sit with natural articulation between cuff layers.

Material

• Sterling silver (925)
• Gilt feather detailing
• Fully UK hallmarked

Hallmark

• LL sponsor’s mark
• 925 fineness mark
• One cufflink with date letter for 2002
• One cufflink with date letter for 2003

Each cufflink is individually hallmarked. The difference in assay year reflects consecutive production years.

Chain Variation

The pair displays a subtle variation in chain construction. One cufflink features uniform chain links, while the other incorporates a larger central oval link within the chain. The pheasant fronts and cartridge-form backs are identical in design and proportion.

This variation indicates closely related production batches from adjacent years rather than alteration. Such minor differences are consistent with workshop evolution between production runs.

Condition

• Professionally cleaned and polished
• Great condition
• No structural damage
• Gilt detailing intact
• Chains secure and balanced

Design Context

Pheasant motifs hold a recognised place within British country sporting jewellery, referencing the heritage of formal shoot season and estate tradition. Links of London interpreted this motif through polished sterling silver and restrained gilt accents.

These cufflinks represent a confident example of the house’s early 2000s sporting designs, combining movement, proportion and heritage symbolism within fully assayed British silver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these cufflinks solid sterling silver?

Yes. They are crafted in sterling silver and fully hallmarked LL 925.

Are the backs swivel fittings?

No. These are double-ended chain cufflinks. The cylindrical backs are fixed components connected by chain links.

Do both cufflinks carry the same hallmark year?

No. One is hallmarked 2002 and the other 2003, representing consecutive UK assay years.

Why are the chains slightly different?

One cufflink features uniform chain links, while the other includes a larger central oval link. The pheasant fronts and backs are identical in design.

What condition are they in?

They have been professionally cleaned and polished and remain in great condition with intact gilt detailing.