This stunning vintage Bohemian garnet necklace features 31 rose-cut pyrope garnets set in gold-washed sterling silver. The cluster of garnets captures sunlight and radiates from within, beautifully contrasting with the sparkling metal. Made in the 1960s, this exquisite garnet necklace is perfect for January birthdays or garnet enthusiasts!
Bohemian garnets originated from the hills in Czechoslovakia and were highly sought after by the European upper class from the 1820s to the 1920s.
To learn more about Bohemian garnets, read our blog post here:
https://thegemmary.com/2018/11/bohemian-garnets-gemstones-from-the-hills-of-bohemia/
The necklace is in very good condition with minor signs of wear. The garnets are in excellent shape, with no significant chips or cracks, and are securely set. Under magnification, the garnets display tiny nicks at their facet junctions. The gold-washed silver shows minor signs of wear, including fine lines and marks, but these are not noticeable. The chain is made of gold-filled metal and is not original to the necklace. The pendant is stamped with 925 (sterling silver), G (Granat Turnov hallmark), and features a hare's head (Czech silver mark).
The necklace is 29" long, and the pendant measures 1-1/4" tall and 3/4" wide, weighing 8.68 grams. The box is for display only.
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