{"product_id":"vintage-1950s-shields-fifth-avenue-cufflinks-mother-of-pearl-mid-century-mens-jewelry-mop-silver-tone","title":"Vintage 1950s Shields Fifth Avenue Cufflinks Mother of Pearl Mid Century Men's Jewelry MOP Silver Tone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage pair of Shields Fifth Avenue cufflinks, circa late 1950s to early 1960s, features luminous mother-of-pearl cabochons set into polished silver-tone frames. With their rounded-square shape, substantial sculptural construction, and sleek mid-century styling, these are a handsome example of American men's jewelry from the postwar era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cufflinks are marked “Shields” on the interior construction. Shields Fifth Avenue was a New York men's accessories company known for stylish mid-century jewelry and accessories, including a wide variety of distinctive cufflink designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 3\/4\" size makes these substantial enough to make a statement while remaining very wearable with a dress shirt or French cuffs. The rounded, sculptural forms and polished finish are particularly characteristic of the clean, sophisticated aesthetic of 1950s and early 1960s men's jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition. The mother-of-pearl retains its beautiful natural luster, with minor surface marks and variations consistent with age and the natural character of the material. The polished metal finish shows some light signs of age and wear. The cufflink mechanisms are intact. Please examine all photographs closely, as they are an important part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful choice for a collector of vintage cufflinks, 1950s men's jewelry, Shields Fifth Avenue accessories, mother-of-pearl jewelry, or mid-century modern design. Their clean lines and luminous shell centers would also make them an excellent accessory for a vintage-inspired formal look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Naked Man","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51281740267687,"sku":"NM5433","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1119\/3522\/files\/NM5433.8.png?v=1788197596","url":"https:\/\/www.thenakedmanvintage.com\/products\/vintage-1950s-shields-fifth-avenue-cufflinks-mother-of-pearl-mid-century-mens-jewelry-mop-silver-tone","provider":"The Naked Man Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}