1940s Krementz 14k Gold Overlay Open Oval Link Bracelet

Description

This lovely 1940s Krementz 14k Gold Overlay Open Oval Link Bracelet, which comes in its original box, is a vintage piece to treasure. This traditional bracelet has nine (9) open oval links, each designed with brushed gold finish set against polished gold trim which adds depth and interest to this mid-century style bracelet.  If you are a lover of sophisticated vintage jewelry, this bracelet will be a fabulous addition to your collection. It would make a fabulous gift as well.

• Dimensions: 7.5″L including the clasp
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no wear to gold overlay (even on clasp); the clasp works very well and the links move smoothly. Please see pics for details. Original box is worn.
• Marks: KREMENTZ

About Krementz
Krementz & Co. was founded by George Krementz, and his cousin Julius Lebcheucher, in Newark, New Jersey, in 1866. The company that began designing men’s jewelry later included jewelry for women. Within the company’s more than 150-year history, they produced both fine jewelry and high-end costume jewelry. Regardless of which category of jewelry created, the Krementz name has always been associated with high quality. Int he 1930s, the company decided to pivot from men’s buttons and cufflinks and created lines of jewelry for women. These included both fine and high-end costume jewelry, such as necklaces, brooches, earrings, and bracelets. There were also other interesting pieces created such as lorgnettes, used for elegant evenings to view the opera or ballet, and lingerie clips. In the 1930s, a women’s line of fine jewelry was crafted using white gold, yellow gold, and rose gold. A costume jewelry line was also crafted using gold overlay. Between 1866 until 1950 jewelry made by Krementz & Co. contained a hallmark with the word KREMENTZ written in capital block letters. After the 1950s, the company name appears written in script. This continued even after being purchased by the Calibri Group, in 1997.