Large 11.5-12mm Button Freshwater Pearl Cufflinks, 18K Gold Vermeil
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BUYING FOR THAT SPECIAL OCCASION
Looking to buy that special gift for a loved one's birthday, anniversary or for Christmas? Pearls make the perfect gift and we can ensure that your selection is delivered professionally gift-wrapped with a personal message to your loved ones' door both in the UK and internationally.
We use our branded white glossy wrapping paper to gift wrap all gifts. The finishing touch is black ribbon.
How to REQUEST GIFT WRAPPING AND make it absolutely personal
Simply select the gift wrapping option during checkout:
‘Gift Wrapping Service’ – We will gift wrap for you.
‘Gift Message’ – Just type your message (in no more than 15 words, including salutation and closing) into the ‘message box’ in the checkout process. We will then write it out by hand on one of our personalised message cards. We will supply you a blank card to write yourself if no message is provided. (This service is only provided when gift wrapping is bought).
PLEASE NOTE - All pierced earrings are sealed in a clear plastic for hygiene purposes, so do inform the recipient that opening the sealed plastic bag invalidates returns/refunds.
How to REQUEST DELIVERY DIRECT TO RECIPIENT
During checkout, just enter the recipients name and address in the ‘delivery’ address section during checkout and select the ‘Gift Wrapping Service’ option along with a ‘Gift Message’ if you so wish.
Absolute Pearls specialise in delivering your pearl gifts within the UK, EU and many international locations, safely, on time and as you would expect. PLEASE NOTE THAT DELAYS ARE OCCURING AROUND THE WORLD AND IT IS ESSENTIAL TO GIVE ADDITIONAL TIME FOR SENDING GOODS OVERSEAS CURRENTLY AND AT BUSY TIMES E.G. AT CHRISTMAS. PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL US FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
PRICING
Just £3.00 per order for fully gift wrapped. If an order comprises one, two or three items, then it is just £3.00 in total for them all to be lovingly gift wrapped. EFFECTIVE 22 MARCH 2023, GIFT WRAPPING IS CURRENTLY FREE AS PART OF OUR 20 YEARS IN BUSINESS CELEBRATIONS.
It’s the little details that make all the difference.
Please note: When we are asked to send a gift to an address other than the billing address, we sometimes ask for additional information as a security precaution.
Description
Posh looking large 11.5-12mm Freshwater Button Pearl Cufflinks crafted with 18K Gold Vermeil. Substantial feeling and super quality pearl cufflinks for the well dressed man. 18K Yellow Gold Vermeil is an elegant and durable precious metal combination of sterling silver finished with a thick layer of 18K yellow gold which is a minimum 2.5 microns thick (5 times thicker than normal gold plating). Normal ‘gold plating’ (which we do not use) is a thin layer of gold just 0.5 microns on a base metal like copper which makes it a lot less expensive. Presented in a luxury wood style presentation case as pictured.
Product Details
Product Type: Cufflinks Metal Weight: 6.64g Pearl Colour: White Pearl Colour
Pearls are categorised using 'body colour' and refined with 'overtone' and 'orient'.
Overtone is the minor second colour/glow often seen on the surface pearls, in particular silver and pink overtones.
Iridescence or orient (a rainbow of colours) can sometimes be seen on baroque pearls and is an optical effect much like oil films. (The same on the inside of an oyster shell i.e. Mother of Pearl).
Freshwater Natural white, pink/peach and lilac/lavender. Other colours are colour treated. Akoya Saltwater Natural white. Most others are colour treated. Silver/pink overtones. Tahitian Natural blacks/greys/silvers. Large overtone range. South Sea Natural white and golden/yellow. Mainly silver overtones. Pearl Lustre: High Pearl Lustre
The ability to reflect light or the shininess of the surface of a pearl.
This grading is ONLY for the lustre of pearls and NOT for the overall grading which includes the pearl surface and shape.
We use a combination of descriptive wording and lettering for our symmetrical pearls. Description and GIA Terms refer to the Gemmological Institute of America's pearl grading system which is one of only a few internationally recognised pearl grading systems.
Grading systems are designed for symmetrical pearls e.g. round, drop and button pearls and NOT for any type of baroque or non-symmetrical pearls. Where we provide an overall grading, we use the widely used and accepted A – AAA grading system where marketing/grading terms such as AAAA & AAA+ are equivalent to our AAA grade.
Our Terms Market Equivalent Description GIA Terms Very High or Excellent AAA/AAA+/AAAA Reflections appear bright & sharp Excellent High AA+/AAA Bright and near sharp Very Good Very Good AA/AA+ Bright but not sharp Good Good A+/AA Weak & blurred Fair Poor A Dim & diffused Poor Pearl Overtone: Silver (White) Pearl Overtone
Pearls are categorised using 'body colour' and refined with 'overtone' and 'orient'.
Overtone is the second colour/glow often seen on the surface pearls, in particular silver and pink overtones.
Iridescence or orient (a rainbow of colours) can sometimes be seen on baroque pearls and is an optical effect much like oil films. (The same on the inside of an oyster shell i.e. Mother of Pearl).
Freshwater Natural white, pink/peach and lilac/lavender. Other colours are colour treated. Akoya Saltwater Natural white. Most others are colour treated. Silver/pink overtones. Tahitian Natural blacks and greys. Huge overtone range. South Sea Natural white and golden/yellow. Mainly silver overtones. Typical overtones for white pearls are: silver, cream and pink/rose.
Typical overtones for black pearls are: Aubergine, blue, green and peacock.
Pearl Shape: Button Pearl Shape
Typically, round pearls are far more expensive than other shapes.
GIA Shape Term GIA Description Round Appears round to unaided eye Near round Slightly elongated or flattened round Oval Symmetrical, rounded and oblong Button Symmetrical, rounded and flattened Drop Symmetrical, rounded and pear shape Semi-Baroque Not quite symmetrical, off round, slightly irregular drop, button or oval shape Baroque Irregular in shape, no apparent symmetry Keshi, coin, flat, circled and ringed pearls may be symmetrical, semi-baroque or baroque depending on their nature.
GIA = Gemmological Institute of America's pearl grading system
Pearl Surface: Excellent Pearl Surface
As pearls are cultivated in 'live hosts', the vast majority have some sort of natural marks much like humans. The number and severity of those marks reflect the grading and the price. It is rare to have perfectly spotless pearls however as even a very minute mark could be found on most.
We use a combination of descriptive wording and lettering for our pearls. Description and GIA Terms refer to the Gemmological Institute of America's pearl grading system.
As pearls vary somewhat, we may also put written qualifiers for additional description.
Our Terms Market Equivalent Description GIA Terms Excellent AAA AAA/AAAA Blemish-free to minute surface characteristics) Clean Excellent AAA/AAAA Blemish-free to minute/minor surface irregularities - Very Good AA/AAA Minor surface irregularities Lightly Spotted Good A+/AA Noticeable surface characteristics Moderately Spotted Poor A/A+ Obvious surface irregularities Heavily Spotted Pearl Type: Freshwater Pearl Type
There are four main types of cultured pearls:
Freshwater Pearls --Predominantly from China Grown in large mussels -Main size range 4mm to 12mm Hyriopsis Cumingi and others --Natural white, pink and lilac colours Wide quality and price range --Round, drop and baroque shapes Akoya Saltwater Pearls -Origin Japan and China Grown in 'Akoya' oysters -Main size range 4mm to 10mm Pinctada Fuctata -Predominantly natural white colour The 'traditional' pearl -Mostly round shapes Tahitian Saltwater Pearls -Origin French Polynesia (Tahiti and region) Grown in 'black lipped' oysters -Main size range 8mm – 14mm Pinctada margaritifera -Naturally 'black/grey' coloured Premium large black pearls -Round, drop and baroque shapes South Sea Saltwater Pearls -From Australia, Indonesia & Philippines Grown in 'silver or gold lipped' oysters -Main size range 8mm – 16mm Pinctada Maxima -Natural white and golden colours The ultra premium 'Queen' of pearls -Round, drop and baroque shapes Precious Metal: 18K Gold Vermeil Precious Metal
Absolute Pearls offers a range of precious metals including:
(These are world-wide standards and specifications for silver and gold jewellery).
Solid 375 or 9K Gold A gold alloy containing 37.5% pure gold Solid 585 or 14K Gold A gold alloy containing 58.5% pure gold Solid 750 or 18K Gold A gold alloy containing 75% pure gold Solid 925 Sterling Silver A silver alloy containing 92.5% pure silver Gold Vermeil Thick gold plating (min. 2.5 microns) on sterling silver Silver Mark: 925 (Sterling Silver) Silver Mark
For items under the UK legal limit for official Assay office hallmarking, our precious metals bear the production factory marks of:
925 Sterling Silver 9K or 375 9 carat gold 14K or 585 14 carat gold 18K or 750 18 carat gold Product Code: AB30CL18V Delivery & Returns
UK Delivery (from our UK base)
All orders include FREE SECURE UK home or work delivery. Upgrades/Saturday delivery options available on the Basket page.
We use Royal Mail services:
Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For – for orders up to £99:
- Next working day service but not guaranteed and typically 1–2 working days delivery (allow 1-5 days during Nov & Dec for Xmas delivery)
- You may upgrade to Special Delivery at checkout for £5.00
Royal Mail Special Delivery – for orders over £99:
- Next working day delivery (allow extra day or so during Nov & Dec for Xmas delivery)
- 99%+ on time service
Orders received by 3pm on a working day are dispatched same day.
International Delivery
We use Royal Mail International insured services to EU countries £10.00 excl. tax (3-5 days) and non-EU countries £15.00 excl. tax (5-10 days).
Detailed delivery information available here.
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
You may cancel your order within 46 days after receipt of goods/attempted delivery and request a full refund or exchange subject to our Returns and Exchanges policy. Pierced earrings must remain sealed to be returned.
FAQs
Is Absolute Pearls a pearl jewellery specialist?
Yes – We are a leading premium online pearl specialist based in the UK and trading since 2003.
What are Freshwater pearls?
What used to be known as the 'rice krispie' pearls of the 1980s have transformed to rival the famous Akoya pearls. Freshwater pearls are cultured in hand sized mussels in lake farms and are known for their wide range of shapes, sizes, colours and quality. We offer a large range of Chinese freshwater pearls from amongst the best available.
What are baroque pearls?
Baroque pearls are non-symmetrical pearls. They offer attractive and interesting free form 'nugget' shapes and allow you to wear fabulous pearl jewellery for a lot less spend than round pearls.
Do you supply a Certificate Of Authenticity and Warranty?
Each pearl jewellery purchase comes with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and 12 month Warranty.
Can I request a shorter or longer version of a necklace or bracelet?
Yes, we offer free custom shortening of most strung items. (Allow extra few days for dispatch). Just request in the checkout 'order & delivery' notes (the spare pearls are provided and returns are still eligible). For longer versions, please email your request first before placing order. Pro-rota charges apply and returns eligibility is item dependent.
Can I have a different clasp?
Email or call for advice. Additional charges may apply. (This can delay dispatch by a few days).
Are your pendant necklaces available without chains?
Yes, if you wish to purchase without a chain, please email or call us for the ‘without chain’ price.
Do you offer shorter or longer chains for your pendant necklaces?
Please email with your requirements. Do allow 5 - 14 days additional delivery time.
Do you offer a free Presentation Case?
All products have photographs showing the presentation cases they are presented in free of charge. Many of our deluxe products come in an exquisite wood style case to ensure superior presentation.
Do you offer a gift wrapping and message service?
Yes, gift wrap service is available on request in checkout.
Will you send a gift direct to the recipient for me?
Yes we can, both in UK and overseas. Enter their details in the 'delivery address' field in the checkout. Don't forget to request gift wrap and a message also.
Are your diamonds conflict-free?
All our diamonds are certified conflict-free by our supplier.
Is your sterling silver and gold hallmarked?
All our precious metals are hallmarked at an UK Assay Office in line with UK Legislation. Items under the hallmarking thresholds are stamped by the manufacturing factory. Most of our 925 solid sterling silver jewellery is rhodium plated for tarnish resistance and enhanced quality.
Can I change the colour, pearl shape or other aspect of your products?
Yes, in some cases. Just complete our feedback form or call us for advice.
Can you help me to match with something I already have?
If you are trying to match with an existing piece of pearl jewellery, please email a photo of your item or call to discuss colour matching.
Are your prices fully inclusive?
Our prices are fully inclusive of UK VAT and UK Delivery. EU and international deliveries require additional postage available at checkout. VAT will be deducted for international shipments.
Are your pearl sets cheaper than buying individually?
Regular prices of our pearl sets are typically around 2-4% less than buying individually. It may sometimes be less expensive to buy individually if a component is on sale.
What if I have any special requests?
Any requests about your order can be entered in the checkout 'order & delivery' notes. (example requests: Shorten to 16", delay dispatch until Tuesday) Call or email us with any pre-order requests.
Contact
Email: service@absolutepearls.co.uk
Telephone: 0151 625 7688