Vintage Art Deco Czech 1 strand saphiret glass rhinestone necklace clasp signed

A beautiful Deco 1 strand silver tone necklace or bracelet clasp closer, hand crafted in Czechoslovakia. In excellent original condition, this clasp finding will add value to any jewelry repair or design project. With side pierced detail and a set saphiret faceted glass rhinestone. Stamped "Czechoslovakia" on the reverse. This is a superb vintage clasp closer that will enhance and add value to any of your jewelry creations or repairs. 

For jewelry repairs, necklace and bracelet design and making.

Size: 11mm; 7/16 "not including loops

Age: 1930's

Saphiret is an early glass used in jewelry making and was made during the late 1800s to mid 1900s. It was made in various countries, including Czechoslovakia and Germany during the mid 19th century. The glass was made by adding real gold to sapphire colored molten glass. This created an amazing color combination. The base color ranged from a mocha or pinkish brown to a brick red color, but the amazing part is when light strikes the stone, the glass reflects the light as a soft blue glow.