Circa late 1800's/early 1900's, this Bohemian garnet bracelet, Silver (gilt). measures approximately 6 1/2 inches long, and has a safety chain. Items made with the Bohemian garnets was extremely popular with Victorians.

This is a rare find, especially for the size of the cabochon garnets, and the very well matched color and condition of them all. All present and are well held, and in excellent condition with a strong latch. A real treasure

The famous garnets of Bohemia were found in the hills to the northeast and northwest of Prague. The glistening red jewels were (and still are) cut in Prague and the town of Turnov,

Bohemian garnet gems have excellent clarity and purity. Traditional garnet jewelry from this region brings to mind the inside of a pomegranate fruit, ripe with glistening red seed pods. This is because the gems are such a deep color and are traditionally set closely together with very little metal showing.

Bohemian garnet jewelry was extremely popular during the late nineteenth century,. This traditional Bohemian garnet jewelry has enjoyed a great revival today.

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We are grateful to G.H. Wilke! Serving the San Gabriel Valley and the surrounding area for 79 years, their new location in Sierra Madre is a great place to find, create custom, or care for your special jeweler!

Thank you Tracy Wilke! Despite the store being evacuated in the recent fires, Tracy and business partner Dario, a skilled goldsmith, put this collection together and will be present at our in-person Gala with even more to choose from! Feel free to ask the goldsmith (Dario) any questions - this is your chance Visit their web page: https://ghwilkejewelry.com/