The Bohemian Treasures jewelry was created with a passion for Czech history and the natural beauty of our land. The collection of Czech-Slovak jewelry Eppi draws inspiration from national symbols such as the linden leaf, the nobility of Czech garnet, or the wealth found in our most significant river, the Vltava – the olive green vltavín. The combination of these elements gives each piece of jewelry a deep meaning. The collection is also a tribute to all who fought for the freedoms and rights that we now take for granted.
“Our goal was to create a timeless collection that references our history and natural wealth, reminding wearers of the strength of Czech history and the values for which our ancestors fought,” says Eppi founder Eva Bunin. Bohemian Treasures thus appeals to anyone who appreciates Czech roots and believes that jewelry can also be a symbol of hope and identity.
The charm of vltavíns and Czech garnets
At the heart of the jewelry sparkle Czech garnets and olive-colored vltavíns, from which the goldsmiths of Eppi in Prague have created a series of charming pieces with significant messages. The jewelry is made using gold in yellow, white, and rose hues, and the entire collection features so-called cluster settings. This is characterized by one dominant gemstone and several smaller stones.
Vltavíns and Czech garnets in Eppi jewelry are certified by the Czech Gemological Laboratory, which guarantees their natural origin. “The certificate is a very important part of purchasing jewelry if you want to be sure that you are buying a genuine stone with the stated parameters,” states Matej Sukovský, founder of the Eppi brand.
Stories that the stones tell
Vltavíns are inextricably linked to the Czech lands, as their main deposits are found right here – specifically in southern Bohemia and southern Moravia. The name vltavín is derived from the most significant Czech river, which has entered many national legends and thus among the symbols that shape our cultural identity.
Czech garnet, which we now perceive as a national stone, gained popularity especially during the Renaissance and Baroque periods – in the 16th century, it caught the attention at the court of Rudolf II of Habsburg, and there are records indicating that this stone was part of the jewelry at the court of Empress Maria Theresa. In fact, she banned the export of raw garnets from the Czech lands in 1762 to protect the domestic monopoly on their mining and processing.
“We designed the Bohemian Treasures collection for women with a sense of beauty who are not afraid to reflect a piece of history in their style. Gold jewelry with vltavíns and garnets cut into round shapes connects the modern with the traditional and is a perfect expression of Czech pride,” states Eva Bunin. Rings, earrings, and necklaces stand out as part of a social outfit, but due to their delicate design, they are also suitable for everyday wear.
Combine vltavíns and Czech garnets with care
The Bohemian Treasures collection has not only deep symbolism but also one more advantage: green and red are a pair of complementary colors (they lie opposite each other in the color spectrum), thus together they create a visually appealing contrast. From a psychological perspective, this combination represents harmony between the passionate energy of the red hue and the calm typically associated with green tones.
Combination tips:
1. Olive green vltavíns and dark red garnets are striking on their own, so be careful when combining them. Wear shoes, bags, scarves, and other accessories in shades that match the colors of the given stone.
2. Jewelry with Czech garnet will romantically blend with a pink outfit, while a sophisticated touch will be guaranteed by pairing it with subtle navy blue.
3. Vltavíns will lend an unconventional flair to outfits in wine, lavender, or copper shades.
4. Both garnets and vltavíns will excellently stand out alongside delicate, neutral colors such as beige, gray-brown, cream, black, or classic white.
EPPI
Eppi is a Czech-Slovak online jewelry store founded in 2011 by siblings Eva Bunin and Matej Sukovský with the aim of making the purchase of jewelry more transparent and offering a golden middle ground between cheap and very expensive options. In its own goldsmith workshop, Eppi combines traditional jewelry making with new technologies and emphasizes sustainability. It materializes the dreams and desires of customers in intricately crafted jewelry across a wide range and also offers the possibility of creating personalized custom jewelry. It collaborates with leading suppliers from around the world and settles for only the highest quality. Eppi specializes in jewelry made from recycled gold, a wide range of customization options including choices of stones, gold, carat amounts, or engraving, as well as laboratory-created diamonds.
Today, Eppi operates in the Czech, Slovak, and German markets, and also has a physical store in each of them.
In Prague, it is located next to OC Máj at Národní 60/28. www.eppi.cz
