Antique Book Chain Earrings with Emerald Glass Button

$115.00

Description

These one-of-a-kind earrings feature gold-filled links from a 19th century Victorian book chain necklace and an antique hand-faceted emerald green glass button bead, made in Northern Bohemia circa 1910.

Details and Materials

1 3/4” long
gold-filled book chain necklace links
faceted glass button
14K gold-filled ear wires with genuine garnets

Origin Story

The book chain necklace design features links shaped like the bindings of books, and was a popular style during the Victorian era. This necklace style re-emerged throughout the 20^th century during various Victorian revival periods, particularly during the late 1930's and 40's. It is a design that continues to evolve and inspire even in the 21^st century.

The glass buttons were produced circa 1910 in Northern Bohemia, a region in the north of the Czech Republic that – since the 14^th century – has been renowned for its beautiful jewelry and button manufacture. I purchased these beautiful buttons from a vendor in Prague.

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