The launch of the Bojar brand began in 1914: Leo Bojar, a native of Lithuania, moved to New York with his wife and son William, having arrived from Warsaw (Poland). Within the walls of the American metropolis, he became friends with Benjamin Novgrad, a representative of the trading world. Their meeting became the starting point for the creation of a joint jewelry enterprise in Providence.
On September 19, 1919, the first collection of gold rings, focused on wholesale sales, was born. However, a few years later, by 1925, the paths of the founders diverged: Novgrad teamed up with Charles Rothman in a new partnership. Leo Bojar continued his business under the sign of the Bojar Manufacturing Company.
Vintage BOJAR Sterling Bangle with Friendship Charm.
In 1933, William, Leonard’s son, became the head of the business. In 1971, the company was strengthened by David, the next generation of Bojars. The history of the brand ended in 1986.
Bojar Sterling Silver Blue Rhinestone Filigree Necklace Earring Set Vintage 925.
The specialty of the Bojar masters was the use of 12 and 14 carat gold, high-grade silver (925), topaz and a variety of semi-precious stones: jade, tiger’s eye, heliotope, carnelian and many others.
