Antique Czech Brass Filigree Expansion Bracelet w Peking & Amethyst Purple Glass - Mixed Shapes and Settings, Very Cool, Unique, Vintage

Antique Czech filigree bracelet loaded with glass jewels:

~ Unique expanding form

~ Oversized rectangular links faced top and bottom with lacy brass filigree panels

~ Set with peking glass art glass gems in oval and triangle shaped cabochons

~ Amethyst purple glass rhinestones in four shapes - a super specialty high rise rectangular with beveled edges, square, marquise and round

~ Stones are set with a variety of methods - including prong set, bezel set, and adhesive set

~ Rare form, full of unmistakeable antique European flair, just exudes class and high style

Ready and waiting for your wrist, wardrobe, special outfit or day, collection or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: True vintage piece - guessing 1920's to 1930's. Hard to date with any certainty due to the lack of marks and timeless design

MARKINGS: None that I could find

METAL/MATERIAL: Metal looks to be brass or brass toned and all stones are glass

CLASP / CLOSURE: Unique kind of quirky / hard to figure out clasp. Works well once you get it figured out - very well hidden hook style designed to be placed manually and just magically seems snaps into place when inserting. To release - you need to depress the (again - well camouflaged) button that can be found on the link next to the clasp to release. Original safety chain remains with spring ring clasp to secure

MEASUREMENTS: Due to the accordion or expansion styling - the length has a wide range. When the entire bracelet is condensed or pushed together as far as it goes - wearable length (not including the portion of the clasp that inserts) is about 5 1/8" and it has the ability to expand to a maximum length of aprox 7 1/8" when fully extended. 1 1/4" wide

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE: Czechoslovakia has been widely known for innovating and producing top quality costume jewelry and costume jewelry components like beads, crystals, and rhinestones. It started with Bohemian garnets in the 1800's / Victorian times and then Austrian jeweler, Daniel Swarovski (1862-1956) mastered crystal cutting and patented an electric cutting machine that assisted with the production of crystal glass jewelry. The crystals greatly imitated fine gemstones and he created the Swarovski crystals in 1892. The Swarovski crystals were of the finest quality and in high demand. After Bohemia became part of the Czech Republic in 1918, Czech glass became a leading jewelry preference world wide. Most Czech jewelry in the United States was imported before World War II and was created between 1918-1939. This is your chance to own a beautiful, wearable piece of jewelry, art and history

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): This stunning bracelet is a perfect addition to any jewelry collection. With a unique clasp and beautiful filigree design, it is sure to make a statement. The bracelet is made of high -quality brass and features a range of striking glass stones. The vintage style and art deco era make it a perfect gift for any occasion, including Christmas, graduation, and weddings. It is an original piece and classic unsigned beauty. The bracelet is perfect for those who love antique and vintage jewelry, as well as those who appreciate the beauty of Czechoslovakian and Czech glass. The bracelet is a great choice for anyone who wants to add a touch of retro and ethnic style to their wardrobe.

CONDITION: Good vintage condition - given the age and rarity of a bracelet of this origin, form, and type. There are several random stones that have been re-glued in the past and you can spy some adhesive around the edges - and some also seem to be missing a prong or two (probably why they were glued to secure). Very minor tiny flea bites or chippies to several of the stones - with the worst one in my opinion being pictured next to my pen tip on a purple rectangular specialty rhinestone. There is one whole setting that appears to be missing - that would have held a square purple gem. See last photo(s) for examples. There is a lot going on visually here, and most of the issues are well masked, unless inspecting closely and actively looking for flaws. The good news is all stones are present and the clasp is in fantastic working order - making this ready to wear or gift (or restore if you felt the need). Tons of life left in this historic vintage treasure. In an excellent state of preservation.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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