Michael Jackson to King Edward VIII – the 8 most expensive celebrity cufflinks in the world

Feb 27 , 2020

Would you buy a US$4 million pair of cufflinks? Photo: CEOWorld

They might be small, but with a starting price of more than US$4 million, some of these cufflinks are sure to make an impression, however rich or famous your social circle may be

For the dapper gent, one of the most important personality-boosting accessories is a pair of cufflinks. Adding emphasis to your ensemble and enhancing the glamour quotient manifold, cufflinks can help anyone make an emphatic statement.

And if you are environmentalist, LGBTQ+ rights supporter or devotee of a political cause, some custom-designed cufflinks could help you express your solidarity. This simple accessory gives a royal touch to your aura.

So, for a dose of inspiration – with a side order, perhaps, of envy – here are some of the finest and most expensive cufflinks worn by celebrities, in order of price.

Emerald-cut canary diamond octagon cufflinks from Jacob & Co

These Emerald-cut Canary Diamond Octagon from Jacob & Co cost more than US$4 million. Photo: Handout

These emerald-cut canary diamond octagon cufflinks are all-time record setters with a price tag of US$4.2 million. In strictly financial terms, nothing comes even close to the masterpiece, made of 10.76-carat diamonds in the centre with additional wide facet, shard-cut diamonds of a total of 21.29 carats. Embellished on 18-carat white gold structures, this US$4 million piece is for those who aren’t shy of attention.

Diamond Art Deco Cufflinks from Jacob & Co

This heritage set from Jacob & Co boasts two huge white diamonds at 6.05 and 5.90 carats. For a more regal effect, the central diamond is circled by smaller baguette diamonds of a total of 4.52 carts. Price tag: US$600,000.

“Hold Tight” Cartier cufflink belonging to King Edward VIII

These diamond and sapphire studded cufflinks, once owned by Britain’s fleeting King Edward VIII, must rank among the finest cufflinks in circulation today. Designed by Cartier, they cost US$400,000 and are currently in the possession of Saudi-Syrian billionaire Wafic Saïd.

Double Diamond Basketball Cufflinks from Jacob & Co