Fort Belvedere

Monkey Fist Knot Yellow Gold Vermeil Shirt Studs

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Studs Comparison
Features
Fort Belvedere
Ede & Ravenscroft Brooks Brothers Turnbull & Asser
Material
925 Sterling Silver
Silver
Silver
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Made In
Germany
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UK
Plating
5-6 Micron 23kt Yellow Gold/Platinum
Gold
Silver
Gold
Luster
Yellow Gold/Rose Gold/Platinum
Gold/Silver
Silver
Gold/Silver
Sold Individually
Yes
No
No
No
Handcarved
Yes
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Perfectly Sized
Yes
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Hypoallergenic & Nickel Free
Yes
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Competitive Info Gathered
July, 2024
July, 2024
July, 2024
July, 2024
  • Handmade in Germany
  • Made in Germany
  • Designed for Formal Attire
  • Arrives in Handsome Gift Packaging

These are gorgeous and weighty studs. I'm looking forward to wearing them (along with the matching cufflinks) at my next black tie affair in February! They will be a refreshing alternative to my usual onyx/silver studs.

— Matthew S.

Product Info

Exceptional Monkey's Fist Knot Studs

  • Cast from Solid 925 Sterling Silver
  • Thickly Plated with Precious Metals
  • Hand-Carved by a Master German Artisan
  • Timeless Monkey's Fist Design
  • Perfectly Sized for Evening Shirts

Please Note: Studs Are Sold Individually

Evening shirts can feature anywhere from 2 to 5 buttonholes, so Fort Belvedere shirt studs are sold individually so that you never need to buy more than you require.

To help you fill out your shirt stud collection, we are happy to offer a discount of 25% if you buy at least 3 studs and 30% if you buy four or more.

If you ever lose a stud, consider buying a complete set of studs in another metal as well to help expand your formal evening wardrobe while saving money.

Rose Gold Shirt Studs Monkey Fist Sterling Silver 925 - Fort Belvedere with Cummerbund

Timeless Yellow Gold Monkey's Fist Knot Studs

The monkey's fist knot is a common sailing knot, but its unique shape was also incorporated into classic menswear as a cuff link and a stud design. Originally made of silk, we have captured the timeless design of the monkey's first knot in shining yellow gold.

Traditionally, silver that is heavily plated with gold is referred to as vermeil, and with plating as thick as ours, we certainly think that these studs qualify! This thick plating ensures that the gold on these studs will never rub off, which is why Fort Belvedere insists on plating that is ten times thicker than that of our competition. This thick plating not only improves longevity, it also imparts a rich luster that will truly stand the test of time and allows you to enjoy the look and feel of solid gold studs, easily valued at over $1,000 each, for a fraction of the cost.

Shirt studs are designed to be worn with evening shirts, such as a pleated-front tuxedo shirt for Black Tie or a Marcella pique or boiled-front shirt for White Tie. For formal occasions, it is traditional to match metals, such as your wristwatch, watch chain, fob, or other metallic accessories. Traditionally, your shirt studs should exactly match your cufflinks, which is why Fort Belvedere carries both items as matching pairs.

Gold metals are traditionally worn with either Black or White Tie ensembles. Therefore, these studs are the perfect complement to any tuxedo, dinner jacket, or tailcoat, and their matching cufflinks could also be worn with day attire like a business suit at the office, tweed jacket, or navy blazer.

Questions?

If you have questions or need style advice in choosing a pair of shirt studs for yourself or someone else, let us know, we are happy to help.

SKU: 4054956022278

The Perfect Studs for Any Evening Shirt

These studs are sized according to the refined and understated conventions of the Golden Age of Menswear and were rigorously tested with evening shirts from various manufacturers to ensure an elegant position and a secure hold.

You can see how they sit firmly in a standard evening shirt from the associated pictures, but for your reference, please find the exact dimensions below.

Length: 15 mm or 0.59" with the mechanism opened.

16mm or 0.63" with the mechanism closed.

Knot Diameter: Approximately 11mm or 0.43,” which is comparable to the size of a shell button.

Mechanism of Yellow Gold Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in Sterling Silver Vermeil 23ct gold plated  by Fort Belvedere

Truly Artisanal Dress Studs

To ensure their durability, the bodies of these shirt studs have been cast from 925 sterling silver. While we considered making these studs out of solid gold or platinum, we recognized that this would be cost prohibitive for many of our loyal customers. Therefore, we decided to utilize sterling silver for the bodies and then thickly plate each stud in a precious metal.

With a plating of 5 to 6 microns in thickness, these studs look and wear exactly like examples crafted from solid gold or platinum, but at a fraction of the cost. The ethereal glint of shimmering platinum or the vibrant shine of gold marks these studs as unique pieces of art that you will proudly pass on to your children.

Platinum Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in 925 Sterling Silver with hallmark by Fort Belvedere

Jewelry That Gets Better with Age

With regular use, your Fort Belvedere jewelry should not require any special cleaning and will naturally develop a beautiful, subtle patina that imparts personality and uniqueness.

If desired, a quality precious metal cleaner can be used sparingly to bring out a brighter shine on the metal, but this is not necessary. All of our jewelry is sturdy enough that you can wear it without concern and can look forward to passing them on to your children or even grandchildren.

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Platinum Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in Sterling Silver with Tuxedo by Fort Belvedere
Platinum Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in Sterling Silver with Tuxedo by Fort Belvedere

What makes these monkey's fist studs from Fort Belvedere so special?

Accessories are the perfect finishing touch to a classic tuxedo or tailcoat ensemble. Along with cufflinks, shirt studs are an essential component of a proper Black Tie or White Tie evening shirt and are more appropriate, and far more elegant in appearance, than the modern hidden fly-front or plain buttons.

Traditionally, cufflinks and shirt studs were sold to match, and so Fort Belvedere is proud to carry a complementary line of monkey’s fist cufflinks in the same metal as these shirt studs. With these perfectly paired accessories, your evening attire will be the envy of everyone present at your gala, soiree, or other formal occasions.

Details & Specs

Matching cufflinks and Platinum Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in Sterling Silver by Fort Belvedere
  • Handmade Artisinal Studs

    Just like a bespoke suit, the quality offered by a handmade piece of jewelry is beyond compare. These monkey’s fist shirt studs were handcrafted by a German master jeweler using heritage techniques. A genuine monkey’s fist knot was used as a model for our jeweler, which he then hand-carved into wax. A silicon copy was used to create a form from which the individual studs were then cast in precious metals in the exact same process used in the making of custom jewelry.

  • Intricately Detailed Monkey's Fist Knot Design

    Our unrivaled production process makes it possible to emphasize the tiniest details in this beautiful monkey’s fist jewelry. Each knot is perfectly centered, so it appears uniform from any angle or orientation, and the fine, deep ridges on the cords showcase their impeccable workmanship. We have even discreetly hidden our Fort Belvedere maker’s mark on the reverse so that nothing spoils the elegance of the stud’s appearance.

  • Studs Cast in Solid 925 Sterling Silver

    The overwhelming majority of modern shirt studs are made hollow to save time and money. Because of our dedication to functionality and appearance, Fort Belvedere refused to compromise in this way and all of our shirt studs, both the faces and the mechanisms, are cast in solid 925 sterling silver. Not only does this give the studs a pleasing heft in your hand, but the solid construction also improves durability and helps the stud sit securely in your shirtfront.

  • Secure Mechanical Closure

    Most modern shirt studs, even those from so-called luxury brands, are made with a simple single-piece construction because it is easier to do and, therefore, cheaper. We learned from experience, however, that studs made in this way are prone to popping open at the most inopportune times, especially during vigorous movement like dancing. Not only does this leave your shirtfront flapping open, it usually means that the stud becomes lost somewhere on the floor. Therefore, we created a secure mechanical system that locks firmly into place, ensuring that once you have snapped the studs into position, they will remain closed.

  • Hypoallergenic & Nickel-Free

    Most gold or platinum plating today contains nickel, an allergen that prevents many men from wearing plated jewelry. At Fort Belvedere, we have taken the extra step to ensure that none of our metal goods contain nickel, so even if you have had issues with other jewelry makers, you can confidently wear Fort Belvedere jewelry without concern or risk.

Matching cufflinks and Platinum Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in Sterling Silver by Fort Belvedere
Matching cufflinks and Yellow Gold Evening Shirt Studs with Monkey Fist Knots in Sterling Silver Vermeil 23ct gold plated  by Fort Belvedere
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