Mercedes-Benz 1960’s Fluted Sunburst Two-Tone "Whale-Tail" Cufflinks




Mercedes-Benz 1960’s Fluted Sunburst Two-Tone "Whale-Tail" Cufflinks
Materials and Features:
Architectural Fluted Bezel: Radial sunburst engraving in high-luster yellow brass, providing a sophisticated 1960’s "Golden Era" aesthetic.
Antiqued Silver Medallion: Matte-textured recessed center provides high-contrast for the raised 3D Three-Pointed Star, ensuring the logo remains a sharp, high-relief focal point.
Articulated Whale-Tail Engineering: Precision-engineered angled posts designed for a flush, ergonomic cuff fit—a premium mechanical "Technical Hook" found in high-tier mid-century men’s accessories.
Florentine Reverse: Heavy bark-textured backplates for a premium tactile feel and enhanced slip-resistance during wear.
High-Density Construction: A substantial 15g weighted assembly (7.5g per cufflink), signifying boutique-tier manufacturing standards rather than mass-market novelties.
Type: Articulated Whale-Tail Cufflinks
Metallurgy: Non-magnetic yellow brass and silver-tone metal
Age/Origin: 1960’s / USA (Boutique Automotive Accessory)
Marks: Mercedes-Benz Star logo to face
Measurements:
Weight: 15g (Significant high-density boutique heft)
Dimensions: Cufflink face approx. 0.875” diameter
Condition: Great vintage condition. The sunburst fluting remains crisp with high luster. Light, age-appropriate finish thinning is present on the posts and high-contact edges, consistent with careful archival preservation.