Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Red Enamel NOS
Design Story
Few motifs capture femininity and confidence quite like a lipstick. Links of London’s silversmiths re-imagined this familiar form in precious metal, complete with a cylindrical barrel and smooth rounded tip. The design combined the wit of everyday object jewellery with the refined finishing that defined the house’s charm collections.
Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Red Enamel NOS
Produced over several years, the charm appeared in multiple versions: enamel-tipped, plain silver, and later-production variants marked with the RV 925 laser hallmark. Each illustrates a different moment in the brand’s evolution and its enduring appeal among collectors.
Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Red Enamel NOS
Construction & Craftsmanship
- Material: Sterling silver (S925)
- Finish: Polished silver body with optional red enamel tip
- Dimensions: Approx. 16 mm long (20 mm including bail), 4.5 mm wide
- Bail: Standard 9 × 7 mm oval Links of London bail with three-ring logo; fits bracelets and necklaces up to 5 mm wide
- Hallmarks: Either LL 925 with date letter or laser-engraved RV 925 on later production runs
- Original SKU: 5030.0349
Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Red Enamel NOS
Variants & Evolution
New Old Stock (NOS) – Red Enamel Tip
The definitive version of the design, preserved in unused condition from company liquidation stock. Its vivid red enamel tip remains fully intact, and the charm bears the late-production RV 925 hallmark. This variant represents the charm as it originally left the workshop—factory-fresh and untouched.
Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Red Enamel NOS
Vintage – Light Enamel Wear
Many surviving pieces show light wear to the enamel, revealing glimpses of silver beneath. These subtle traces of use have become part of their charm, giving each piece individuality and proof of life. Professionally cleaned and polished, they retain both authenticity and warmth.
Restored Solid Silver Edition
For examples where the enamel could not be preserved, careful restoration removed the remaining colour to reveal the sculptural silver beneath. The result is a minimalist reinterpretation that celebrates form over finish—a contemporary take on a modern classic.
Collectability & Significance
The Lipstick Charm is more than a playful accessory; it marks a chapter in Links of London’s design language where craftsmanship met storytelling. Whether enamelled, worn, or restored, each version contributes to the brand’s wider narrative of creativity and reinvention.
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- Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Red Enamel NOS
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- Links of London Lipstick Charm Sterling Silver Restored 2009
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- Vintage 2009 Links of London Lipstick Charm – Sterling Silver
Collectors often seek to own the trio—NOS, vintage, and restored—as a complete study of material, time, and technique. Together they illustrate how wear and restoration can coexist within the legacy of a single design.
Hallmarks & Provenance
Earlier examples bear traditional LL 925 date-letter hallmarks, while later pieces show a laser-engraved RV 925 mark used during the final production period. Both authenticate genuine Links of London manufacture. The presence of the original SKU 5030.0349 further confirms provenance within the company’s catalogue system.
Links of London Legacy
The Lipstick Charm remains a symbol of playful British luxury—part vanity, part artefact, entirely collectible. It belongs within Timeless Charms and The Vault archives, where restored, vintage, and untouched pieces together tell the continuing story of Links of London’s craftsmanship and imagination.
Explore Further
- The Vault – Restored and archived Links of London pieces
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