9ct White Gold Diamond Cut Patterned Tie Bar

This elegant tie bar is crafted in 9ct white gold and will make the perfect accessory to any man’s attire. The diamond cut pattern resembles a leaf design and offers a classical style, along with the slide fitting.

Jewellery Odyssey:

The Tie Bar, is a functional and minimalistic accessory. The development of the tie bar, came years after the evolution of the necktie.

In the 17th century, the political and religious conflict of the “Thirty Years’ War” encompassed various countries, across central Europe. During this war, King Louis XIII of France employed Croatian mercenaries, to help his cause. Inspired by their style, King Louis became fascinated with the knitted, fabric scarves worn around their necks. Influenced by this comfortable, stylish and functional accessory, it became a very popular fashion accessory, at royal French gatherings. The neckties were named “La Cravate” in honour of the Croatian soldiers. Consequently, the cravat soon transcended across many high societies of European countries, and evolved throughout the following centuries. Whilst there were many different ways of tying it, neckties represented a smart dress code and became a symbol of royalty and class.

In the late 19th century, the light fabric neckties were often tucked into waistcoats and Victorian stick pins were used, to fashionably hold them in place. The development of the modern tie that is worn today, was created by a New York tailor named Jesse Langsdorf. Langsdorf changed the structure of the tie, by cleverly cutting the fabric at 45 degree angles, into three separated segments and sewing it back together. When knotted the Langsdorf tie would lay flat. During the 1930s, the “Windsor Knot” fashioned by the Duke of Windsor, became a popular way of fastening the tie, to create an extra-wide knot. During this era of society, waistcoats were not always worn. It paved the invention of the tie bar in the form of slides and clips, to securely hold the tie to the shirt. The tie bar became a gentleman’s staple accessory.

Currently, there are no standard bespoke alterations, available for this item. However, if you have a question regarding an alteration you wish to make to the item, please let us know. You can either fill out the enquiry form below, or contact us directly. We will see if we can help to make any provisions for your request, or advise you further.

Jewellery Care Precautions:

Avoid direct contact with: perfume, lotions, skincare, hairspray / other chemicals. Remove, your jewellery: when showering, swimming (as both chlorine and saltwater will react with metals), washing your hands / using hand sanitisers, before going to bed or when participating in physical activities (going to the gym, exercising, gardening, housework etc….).

Beware, metals may tarnish over time due to oxygen contact and natural body oils. Prevent items from being exposed to moisture and direct sunlight, for long periods. Store jewellery in a dry place away from humidity, in a pouch/jewellery box and keep each piece separated from each other. Care, for your jewellery by cleaning with a soft dry cloth.

White Gold:

White gold is not an element and does not occur naturally in a pure form. Pure yellow gold is mixed with alloys of white metals (such as palladium) to produce, a silver coloured alloy, known as white gold. It is further coated in a precious metal called rhodium (an element that derives from the same metal family as platinum), to increase its lustrous sheen and protect it from tarnishing and scratching.

Over time with exposure to oxygen and moisture, the rhodium coating will naturally wear and you will begin to see the natural yellow colour of gold. Rings will experience this more than other types of jewellery. The general guide for re-applying rhodium coating to your rings is between 1-2 years. However, the rate of wear depends on the pH level of your skin, exposure and contact to chemicals. For professional cleaning and rhodium coating, our workshop will provide the TLC your jewellery needs.