Bohemian Ruby Red 1910s 1920s 1930s  Old Czech Glass Earrings

Bohemian Jewelry- Beautiful Artwork  with a Romantic But Tragic History.

Bohemian jewelry represents an elaborate style of vintage costume jewelry that originated from Bohemia, which is now part of Czechoslovakia( or Czech Republic), especially in the town of Gablonz (now Jablonec).In the 1920’s and 1930’s, at the height of the Art Deco Era, Gablonz was the glass center in Europe, where skilled craftsmen in several artisan factories were creating graceful glass costume jewelry by hand. Actually, these glass-makers of Gablonz had been perfecting their craft for over 300 years prior.

Gablonz glass beads and glass gemstones were made from long rods of glass.The rods were heated until malleable. Then, molds were pressed into the glass canes to form the beads and gemstones.The individual pieces were embellished with rhinestones and glass which were then shaped, faceted and polished by hand into beads and graceful luminous drops.

The advent of World War II devastated the Gablonz glass making and jewelry industries. Families fled the area upon the 1938 occupation. Those left were forced to make trinkets for the Nazis. Tragically, many others like the famous Neiger Brothers were killed at the Auschwitz Concentration Camp.

The Bohemian glass vintage jewelry are characterized by vibrant colors(such as emerald green, sapphire blue, amethyst purple and ruby red) as well as intricate designs. They reflect the underlying romantic background, tragic history and rich culture. “Owning it is to own a piece of rich history as well as a piece of stunning artwork”.

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*Measurement:
Total length 4.25" length
12mm width

*Weight:
Since it was made with hand pressed glass, the earrings have some weight.

*Manufacture:
Bohemian jewelry represents an elaborate style of vintage costume jewelry that originated from Bohemia, which is now part of Czechoslovakia( or Czech Republic), especially in the town of Gablonz (now Jablonec).

* Era:
In the 1920’s and 1930’s, at the height of the Art Deco Era.
 
*Color:
Ruby with gold toned .

*Details:
Glass Drop made with hand crafted embossed metal filigree. All hand made. 
Hand embossed nouveau glass with art deco motif.

*Condition:
These pieces were carefully packed, crated and stored in Czechoslovakia for almost 80 years when the Gablonz factories were taken over and closed.Considering this, even though they are not perfect, there are no outstanding flaws or chips and there are no missing beads or broken glass.  Some necklaces  had their lobster clips replaced, probably because the old ones were damaged or not functional. Although they have been throughly cleaned before being packed, there is a slight rustic smell as is typical of vintage goods. Overall, they are in excellent vintage condition.

*Source:
These vintage costume jewelry items were purchased by me over several years directly from flea markets and private family collections in Europe. I love its history and timeless beauty and I want to share part of my collection with people who have similar tastes. 

*Complimentary gift wrap services for each order.
All vintage costume jewelry pieces will be sent gift wrapped in gorgeous gift boxes free of charge complimentary with each order. 

*Shipping:
All orders will be shipped promptly with tracking numbers so that the buyer can directly trace the shipping status online. We ship internationally.