About this Piece
| Length: | 18” |
| Width: | 3/4" |
| Material: | Brass, glass |
| Weight: | 22 grams |
| Mark: | No mark |
| Era: | 1930s |
Why You’ll Love It
Prepare to shimmy and shine with this 1930s Czech glass necklace. The subtle artistry of the glass in this vintage piece, with its vivid tangerine hue make this a fun, yet sophisticated treasure. Clear glass drops, heavily faceted for maximum shimmer in a briolettecut, playfully sway along your neckline with every move, creating an eye-catching dance of light.
Condition and Quality
| ● | Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. |
| ● | Fresh sheen, crisp facets, and no chipping on the glass. |
| ● | Secure, original clasp. |
Collector Note
On Czech Glass. Czech or bohemian glass created from the end of the Victorian era through the mid-century was world-renowned for its unprecedented resemblance to natural gemstones. Skilled craftsman from the region engineered new methods of cutting and coloring glass to simulate the look of rubies, diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and more. In addition, Czech glass jewelry makers were highly trained in the metalwork for the settings around the glass. The Czech region produced so many different styles (all of superb quality) that Czech glass pieces have become their own collectable category.
On Unique Shapes. Gemstones are time consuming to cut, requiring a high degree of skill from a trained craftsperson, and glass cabochons can be equally complicated to manufacture on a large scale while keeping costs down. These constraints are only a few of the reasons you often see similar shapes of stones used in jewelry. When an unusual shape or cut is used, the manufacturer has made a decision to make something different. Look for out-of-the-ordinary shapes, like the demilune for example, for a striking look as well as a unique find.