Vintage 2011 Links of London Black Agate Skull Charm Sterling Silver White Topaz Star

A darker, more theatrical side of Links of London design, the Vintage 2011 Links of London Skull Charm combines polished black agate with sterling silver in a small but striking sculptural form. Finished with a silver headband and a tiny star detail set with clear stones, it captures the playful irreverence that appeared in some of the brand’s more collectible charm releases from the early 2010s. Comparable examples in the secondary market are described as black agate skull charms with white topaz-set eye patch or star details, which closely matches this design. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Design & Craftsmanship

• Material: Polished black agate skull with sterling silver fittings and gem-set star detail
• Dimensions: 12mm high; 17mm high including jump ring; 11mm wide; 12mm deep
• Star detail: Approximately 5mm high
• Bail: Standard 9mm × 7mm oval Links of London bail, suitable for chains or bracelets up to 5mm wide
• Hallmarks: LL, 925 with date letter for 2011
• Condition: Professionally cleaned and polished; great vintage condition

Provenance

Hallmarked for 2011, this charm belongs to the later original Links of London period, when the brand explored more playful and unconventional motifs alongside its better-known hearts, animals and symbolic charms. Surviving market references identify this model as a black agate skull charm with a white topaz star or eye patch detail in sterling silver, which is consistent with the materials and appearance of this example. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Collectability

Skull designs occupy a distinctive place within modern jewellery collecting, and this example stands out for its contrast of glossy black stone, bright silver and miniature gem-set detail. Within the Links of London archive it is a rarer, more characterful charm, appealing both to collectors of unusual house motifs and to those seeking a sharper, more gothic variation within a broader charm collection.

Wearability

Its standard Links of London bail makes it easy to wear on a necklace, charm bracelet or Sweetie Bracelet carrier. Small in scale but visually strong, it works especially well as a single statement charm or alongside stars, hearts and other symbolic silver pieces.

FAQs

Is this an authentic Links of London charm?

Yes. It is a genuine vintage Links of London charm hallmarked LL, 925 with a 2011 date letter.

What is the black skull made from?

This charm is most likely made from black agate with sterling silver fittings, consistent with comparable surviving examples. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

What stones are set in the star?

Comparable examples are described in the market as having white topaz-set details, which closely matches this charm. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Will it fit my bracelet or necklace?

Yes. The standard 9mm × 7mm oval bail will fit bracelets or necklaces up to 5mm wide.

What condition is it in?

It has been professionally cleaned and polished and is in great vintage condition.

Is this a common Links of London design?

No. This is one of the more unusual and collectible charm motifs from the brand’s later original period.