Friedrich Köchli - Antique Gold And Sapphire Bracelet

Friedrich Kochli—A collector's piece steeped in history, nobility, and exceptional craftsmanship. Here is a magnificent Russian bracelet from the early 20th century, signed by Friedrich Kochli.

This 14-karat gold bracelet is set with 24 natural cabochon-cut sapphires. It bears the hallmarks of master goldsmith Friedrich Köchli—“FK” and “56” zolotonik (indicating 14-karat gold)—and weighs 93.7 g.

It is accompanied by a letter signed by Princess Sophie Schakhowskoy, attesting that the bracelet was purchased by Tsar Nicholas II at a Fabergé store and given to Grand Duchess Constantine, for whom the princess served as lady-in-waiting in 1907.

Friedrich Köchli (1838–1909) was one of the most renowned jewelers in Imperial Russia. As the official supplier to Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II, his workshop in Saint Petersburg was renowned and respected for the finesse of its craftsmanship, the inventiveness of its designs, and the precision of its stone-setting.

Although Fabergé remains the most famous name of that era, Köchli’s work demonstrates the same sophistication, technical mastery, and refinement that characterized the excellence of craftsmanship at the Russian court. Today, his work is increasingly appreciated and is generating renewed interest among collectors.