Description
This is a truly beautiful set made sometime between 1945-1955. The design incorporates a delicate pattern with baroque style "petals. It almost captures the look of a snowflake. The gold pattern has been complimented by bright, prong set, faceted, colored glass stones. The color is a perfect match to the crimson of a Siam Ruby. The look is delicate, feminine & eye catching. These remarkable stones are also quite special. They were crafted in Germany shorty after WWII in all likelihood by Czech glass artisans. After WWII, NATO was trying to jumpstart the German economy & invested in small businesses to promote capitalism. They fostered the jewelry industry for it required artisans & craftsmen who were largely unemployed at this time. Czechoslovakia was the leader in glass gemstone production before WWII, after the war with their manufacturing businesses collapsed, they sought work in the developing German jewelry industry (with the help of the American occupying forces). These Czechoslovakian glass artisans were masters of their craft. They were able to replicate precious & semi-precious stones with an artistry & precision remarkable by today's standards. The stones found in this set are examples of this artistry. They are absolutely stunning. The Specifics: Measurement - Earrings-1" Brooch - 1.25" Condition: This set is in truly remarkable vintage condition, amazingly it has retained it's bright golden finish & the stones are pristine Age/Origins: 1950s(70+/-years)/Germany (?) Symbolism: The ruby is a lustrous, deep red stone that has accrued special & symbolic meaning through time. Through the ages, the ruby has represented nobility, purity, & passion. From ancient times through the modern-day, rubies have been valued by cultures around the world. The ruby has long been representative of romantic love. It is said to inspire devotion & faithfulness within a romantic relationship. in fact French jewelers in the 1800s referred to the ruby as the "dearly loved stone." The fiery red color & sparkle can inspire sensuality in the wearer. Please review the photos carefully & email with any questions you may have prior to making a purchase. Enjoy 1950S-Czechoslovakian Siam Red Glass Rhinestone Set-Gold-Tone, Riveted Construction
