Origin: Czech Republic (Bohemia)
Material: 800 silver, tested and hallmarked by the Czech Assay Office (2024)
Gemstones: Five natural blue chalcedony cabochons (oval, bezel-set) — richly colored with soft translucency and depth
Era: Interwar period, circa 1930s–1940s
Measurements:
Length: 7 ⅜ in (18.7 cm)
Width: 13⁄16 in (20 mm)
Weight: 36.65 g
Design:
Exquisite hand-pierced filigree panels with scrolling acanthus motifs and granulated borders
Rope texture bezel settings around each gemstone for dimensional texture
Finely detailed openwork showcasing the hallmark precision of Czech silver craftsmanship
Clasp: Tube hinge (sliding pin) clasp — an early and secure closure type used before the introduction of modern box clasps
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with original patina; stones secure and free of damage; clasp functions properly
Historical Note:
This bracelet exemplifies Bohemian silversmithing of the interwar years, when artisans combined hand-fabricated filigree with luminous semiprecious stones such as chalcedony, agate, and carnelian. The design merges Art Nouveau floral fluidity with the geometric refinement of early Art Deco, making it a standout collector’s piece from the golden age of Czech jewelry.
Origin: Czech Republic (Bohemia)
Material: 800 silver, tested and hallmarked by the Czech Assay Office (2024)
Gemstones: Five natural blue chalcedony cabochons (oval, bezel-set) — richly colored with soft translucency and depth
Era: Interwar period, circa 1930s–1940s
Measurements:
Length: 7 ⅜ in (18.7 cm)
Width: 13⁄16 in (20 mm)
Weight: 36.65 g
Design:
Exquisite hand-pierced filigree panels with scrolling acanthus motifs and granulated borders
Rope texture bezel settings around each gemstone for dimensional texture
Finely detailed openwork showcasing the hallmark precision of Czech silver craftsmanship
Clasp: Tube hinge (sliding pin) clasp — an early and secure closure type used before the introduction of modern box clasps
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with original patina; stones secure and free of damage; clasp functions properly
Historical Note:
This bracelet exemplifies Bohemian silversmithing of the interwar years, when artisans combined hand-fabricated filigree with luminous semiprecious stones such as chalcedony, agate, and carnelian. The design merges Art Nouveau floral fluidity with the geometric refinement of early Art Deco, making it a standout collector’s piece from the golden age of Czech jewelry.
