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Art Nouveau Czech Garnet Earrings~1"x5/8"~925 SLV/HLM
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Art Nouveau Czech Garnet Earrings~1"x5/8"~925 SLV/HLM
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The garnet gemstone, known as the "Mother Gem of Bohemia" is becoming a more and more rare a find since so many "garnets" of today are but simple facsimiles and found not in the Bohemian Czech lands but in places as far away as Madagascar. Because the gem was mined for centuries in this country to the point of near extinction, the rare original ones are usually found in the very dated jewelry of at least 100 years ago . The earrings presented in were created at the height of the Art Nouveau period, are of 100% old world cut Czech garnets and intricately set within 925 silver. The patina finish has remained and a slight gold hue abounds upon the silver setting detail.Earrings measure 1" in length , from top of dangling set gem to bottom of the arched two tiered level main setting. Main setting measures a tad over 5/8" in diameter. Each earring is composed of 20 exquisite cut gems and each solidly set within soft prong settings with open backs which allow the ultimate in light refraction of the fine facet cuts. 12 gems encircle another 6, which raise upward to the main centered gem. This arched area is approximately 1/4" in depth ... brilliantly, skillfully and delicately arranged. At top center a hallmarked loop allows the attachment of the connecting gem with its securely scored post. Post and closure wings are hallmarked 925 and with the Czech silver marks of the period. Back interior section is also hallmarked with same. Capturing the intrinsic perfection of the hue and colour of these excellent gemstones .. with the deep crimson hues alternating to almond ones was not possible with provisional light at this time. However, the ability to receive light in varied wave lengths was a trait most characteristic to the old Czech garnets. The exceptional skill of the silversmith of that day is recognized in the intricate detailed work of bridging the tiers and even hallmarking the edges. Throughout the earrings past decades, new posts were silver soldered and remain secure and strong. An exceptionally rare and impeccable set of earrings of sophisticated elegance from Prague's golden nights of years gone by.From Prague with love! @@@@@@@@@ Seller charges a flat fee of $5.00 for airmail, certified and insured postage and handling to all points. Final sale is void of all taxes.Note: Your price is as listed. eBay automatically deducts $11.40 in fees for this listing. 
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