The Drowned Heiress | Vintage Czech Fire Opal Glass Perfume Reliquary

They say she walked into the water wearing her finest jewels.

They never did find the rest of them.

At the heart of this peculiar little treasure rests a vintage Czech fire opal glass cabochon, preserved from decades-old unused stock. A mesmerizing arrangement of iridescent color, flashing with fiery oranges, ocean blues, and delicate violet beneath the light.

The glass is embraced by an equally vintage, intricately worked brass filigree setting, its aged character left beautifully intact.

Suspended beneath is a tiny antique brass-toned seashell perfume locket, made to hold a scented wick and carry a whisper of fragrance wherever its wearer wanders.

Finished upon a delicate ivory lace choker.

A little something from the bottom of the sea. Or perhaps the bottom of somebody’s jewelry box.

Details

Vintage Czech fire opal-effect glass cabochon, over 50 years old according to its provenance

Vintage ornate brass filigree setting

Antique brass-toned seashell perfume locket

Interior perfume wick compartment

Ivory lace choker

One-of-a-kind assembled perfume reliquary

Some treasures were never meant to be recovered.