Sterling Silver Spitfire Tie Clip | Reclaimed WWII Fuselage
Description
Own a Tangible Piece of Aviation History
This is more than a tie clip – it is a wearable artefact. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted using original aluminium fuselage salvaged from the iconic Supermarine Spitfire MK IX MJ170, flown by RB Pullin. Unlike mass-produced replicas, we use the metal in its raw, authentic form – retaining the original marks, scratches, and undulating profiles that tell the story of The Few.
Every tie clip comes with a Certificate of Authenticity confirming the aircraft's origin.
For every item sold from our WW2 collection, we donate £5 to SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, via Work for Good.
Product Specifications
Metal: 925 Hallmarked Sterling Silver
Inlay: Reclaimed Spitfire Fuselage (Duralumin)
Origin: Supermarine Spitfire MK IX MJ170, 132 Squadron
Includes: Gift box, polishing cloth and Spitfire themed greeting card
Read the story about the legacy of MK IX MJ170 in our article on the Spitfire's history here.
Product Detail
Collection Information
What's Included...
- An eco jewellery box
- Sterling silver polishing cloth
- Care information
- Plastic-free packaging
- Certificate of authenticity/information card
- Free 18" sterling silver chain with every pendant purchased (Harmony balls come with a 30" chain)
Care Guide
In order to protect your Hepburn & Hughes jewellery and ensure that it always looks as good as new, we advise you to follow these steps.
- Use the cleaning cloth provided to clean and polish your silver. This lint-free cloth is chemically treated to improve the silver's lustre and shine and can be used for light, regular cleanings to remove tarnishing.
- Avoid contact with perfume, skin creams, hairspray and chlorine.
Gift Wrapping
- Gift wrapping for all jewellery items £4.99.
- Includes: Hepburn & Hughes gift bag
- Greeting card
- Handwritten message of your choice
Select 'Gift wrap this item' and complete your message.
Please note that the cost of gift wrapping is non-refundable.
Delivery & Returns
UK orders
All orders are dispatched within 1-2 business days.
Royal Mail Tracked48: £2.99 for orders under £70, free for orders over £70.
Upgrade to Tracked24 delivery with Royal Mail for £3.99. Orders expect to be delivered within 24 hours of dispatch.
International Orders
All orders are sent fully tracked within 1-2 business days.
Delivery schedules are based on Royal Mail guidance and are not guaranteed.
Please note: We do not collect local taxes and import duty on overseas orders – customs charges may be charged to the recipient.
*For more information please visit our shipping policy.
Returns
Returns are accepted for 30 days from purchase date. Please visit our refund page for more information.
These earrings are beautiful, well-crafted, and such a unique item for anyone who appreciates history!
The packaging was really classy and the historical information regarding the plane from which the material came made this my new favorite pair of jewelry!
I also appreciated the quick reply when I reached out for help with tracking my order. Wonderful customer service.
Absolutely adore my new necklace. Beautiful design with genuine Spitfire fuselage set in Sterling Silver. Comes with a Provenance Certificate. I found it an emotional experience when I found out about the young pilot who had flown in this particular aircraft and who died when his Spitfire crashed after being brought down by a German plane. Very moving. Prompt delivery and I found the necklace to be even more beautiful in real life!
Lovely product and presentation. Great service from the girls.
Bought this for my husband who is a WWII and especially Spitfire nerd!! He absolutely loves it, the fact that he has a piece of a real Spitfire. The provedance is great, my husband was able to google the actual plane. The shape of the pendant is lovely and it’s all crafted amazingly well! Thank you!
These cuff links are gorgeous! My fiancé is a US Army infantry veteran and I told him about the cuff links (I’m giving them to him for our wedding) and he’s so excited! He’s learning to be an airplane mechanic and also takes flying lessons so these cufflinks were the perfect formal gift for our wedding! ❤️
The necklace was a Christmas gift for my teenage brother who is obsessed with WW2 planes, he was the most excited I’ve ever seen him! He hasn’t taken it off since! Loved that he could look up the facts about the plane and pilot.
A note for anyone buying for a guy that the chain is quite short so you might need to get a longer one, but it was wonderful quality!
Seller was so quick with shipping, didn’t think it was going to arrive on time (my fault for ordering a week before Christmas) but it arrived right before! Thank you so much!
Unusual and lovely gift for my Sister-in-law’s special birthday I’m sure she is going to love it. Came with certificate and explanation of Spitfire origins.
Absolutely amazing piece of aviation history
Ring is beautifully made and packaged. Came quickly and had no problems at all. Highly recommend. Husband loved his gift!
The ring is a great memento for anyone with an obsession in these flying machines
Sunning in its simplicity
Perfect gift, arrived very speedily from the UK. Great service from very reliable retailer. Would thoroughly recommend.
The history behind the fragment gives so much connection to the piece. It is a gift but we looked into the piece and found all the information of its last flight / pilot name and age.
The recipient will love this gift
My son in law, will be so happy to get these cufflinks for Christmas. Such lovely weighty quality and looks great. He will also love the historic background. It was beautifully packed and a personal certificate included. Very Happy to have found this special gift on Etsy.
Great quality and fast shipping
Great quality and fast shipping
Beautiful quality cufflinks, I am very much looking forward to give these to my son in law who wished for Cufflinks and these are special with its history and looks.
Beautiful quality cufflinks, I am very much looking forward to give these to my son in law who wished for Cufflinks and these are special with its history and looks.
Quick delivery.
Perfect packaging.
Great communication and customer care.
Just perfect!
Amazing necklace. Love the details and the authentication that was also provided.
Amazing necklace. Love the details and the authentication that was also provided.
Beautifully crafted pendant, perfect as a gift.
Absolutely wonderful item, with more than enough information included to research the pilot of this Spitfire when it and he met their demise (Roy Bernard Pullin, who was killed on April 29, 1944 over the Dutch coast at the age of 21). I was able to find out more about both him, his family, and the plane itself. A very meaningful way to remind oneself of the sacrifices that were made to give those of us born after WWII the relative peace and stability we've enjoyed for most of our lives.
Absolutely wonderful item, with more than enough information included to research the pilot of this Spitfire when it and he met their demise (Roy Bernard Pullin, who was killed on April 29, 1944 over the Dutch coast at the age of 21). I was able to find out more about both him, his family, and the plane itself. A very meaningful way to remind oneself of the sacrifices that were made to give those of us born after WWII the relative peace and stability we've enjoyed for most of our lives.
Very helpful customer service, quick shipping, and amazing pieces
Very helpful customer service, quick shipping, and amazing pieces
Fantastic item, would purchase from this company again.
Fantastic item, would purchase from this company again.
Brilliant thank you
Great item, really unusual. Ideal gift for the warbird fan