Vintage 1960s Czech Bohemian Red Garnet and Gold Wash Unique 18" Necklace

This one-of-a-kind Bohemian garnet necklace features 38 rose-cut pyrope garnets set in gold-washed silver. The cluster of garnets captures sunlight and radiates from within, creating a striking contrast with the metal. Made in the 1960s, this stunning garnet necklace is a perfect choice for January birthdays or anyone who loves garnets.

Bohemian garnets, which come from the hills of Bohemia in Czechoslovakia, were highly prized by the European upper class from the 1820s to the 1920s. To learn more about Bohemian garnets, read our blog post here.

The necklace is in very good vintage condition, with only minor signs of wear. The garnets are also in very good condition, with no significant chips or cracks, and are securely mounted. Under magnification, the garnets exhibit tiny nicks on their facet junctions. The gold-washed metal shows minor signs of wear, with fine lines and marks, but nothing noticeable. The piece is not stamped or marked. 

The necklace measures 18" in length, and the pendant is 1-3/4" tall and 1" wide and weighs 6.18 grams. The box is for display only.