Vintage 1940's aurora borealis bracelet. This unusual bracelet has twelve open back claw set aurora borealis facetted glass cut stones set in a gold tone metal, each stone is individually linked together and secures with a roll over clasp. Christian Dior in collaboration with Swarovski created the Aurora Borealis stone. A polychrome metallic coating gave this stone a rainbow iridescent quality. The stones were used in many different designs of jewellery including brooches, earrings, necklaces and extravagant complete sets called parures. This bracelet is in good vintage condition and measures approximately 18.5cm in length and 1.3cm at the widest point.