Edwardian 15ct Gold & Turquoise Matrix Cufflinks

A good looking pair of 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. gold cufflinks that were made circa 1910. Each link has been set with a turquoiseTurquoise is an opaque gem and is often formed in what is called matrix, a black or brown veining derived from the host rock in which the gem forms.  In fine jewellery, unblemished sky blue turquoise is the ideal, although regularly patterned matrix turquoise is also sought-after. matrixThe parent or host rock in which a mineral is contained. Most often associated with turquoise or opal.. The meaning of matrix is the markings within the turquoise that are the remnants of the host rock within the stone, which is an attractive feature of these cufflinks. Turquoise is associated with protection, healing, success and good fortune so take your pick!