Spectacular lot of pre & post WWII Costume Jewelry from West Germany and the Czech Republic.
~ Antique circa 1920's Czech Republic filigree blue glass crystal brooch. The filigree work is gorgeous and the open and closed back faceted stones sparkle with color. The metal composition is most likely filled gold over brass which was common in the era. There is a small oval stamp with "Made in the Czech Republic" on it.
Hollywood was famous for covering their starlets with shiny jewelry and Czech artists and jewelers were experts at creating elaborate, luxurious designs which showed absolute brilliance and shine. Before the Second World War, the nation was known as Bohemia, and Bohemian crystals were already known worldwide for their beauty. Czech jewelers had many centuries of practice and experience in setting, designing and creating one of the world's finest crystal gems which have always carried a significant Czech style, with its unusual and beautiful design.
~ Vintage and elegant 1970's Couture Large Fancy Faux Pearl Cabochons on 2 tone gold and silver flower design earrings. Stamped on the back with "W. German".
~ Vintage 1950's gorgeous Round Filigree Knot Gold Tone Black Enamel and Mother of Pearl Scarf Clip Ring.
In post-World War II Germany, costume jewelry rapidly became a big industry, exporting gorgeous costume jewelry, bringing in much needed funds. The German jewelry companies excelled in designing and producing beaded tiered bib style necklaces, which often came with matching clip buy on cluster earrings, brooches and bracelets.
Product code: Vintage and Antique Filigree Boho buy Jewelry Lot