Sensational hand crafted sterling inlay bracelet with turquoise, shell, jet, sugalite and coral by Navajo/Hopi silversmith Jesse Monongye. I believe he made this bracelet in the late 80's or early 90's. It measures 5 1/4" around in the inside with an additional 1 1/4" opening and is 3/8" wide. Weighing 38 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. There are no chips or cracks to the vibrant colored stones...
Being offered is an absolutely extraordinary one of a kind 7/8 INCH THICK sterling silver necklace made by Tane Silversmiths (the Tiffany of Mexico) of Mexico City, Mexico in the original suede box. The Tane archives confirm the necklace is a one of a kind piece from 2005. Heavy gauge statement necklace comprising a grouping of multiple chains in a twist design to create a chain mail masterpiece, attached to an 18k gold gilded tongue and box closure. Dimensions: size 20...
Gorgeous sterling cuff bracelet with stones of onyx, chrysoprase, coral and hematite by Arizona metalsmith Kim Rawdin. Kim Rawdin studied painting and art education in college in New York and his interest in jewelry started when he took a job as an art teacher on a Navajo reservation in Arizona...
John Iversen doubloon statement necklace
Handcrafted links displaying organic impressions
Length - 16 1/2"
Width - 1"
Weight - a substantial 173+ grams
Marked John Iversen, sterling
Excellent condition
John Iversen has won many awards and his works can be found in the permanent collections of the Renwick Gallery, the Metropolitan Museum, the Boston Museum among others
A fabulous sterling cuff with 18k gold concave dots and a large Mabe pearl by Arizona metalsmith Kim Rawdin. Kim Rawdin studied painting and art education in college in New York and his interest in jewelry started when he took a job as an art teacher on a Navajo reservation in Arizona...
A stunning oxidized sterling and 24k yellow gold (tested)ring set with 2 pear and 1 oval cut sapphires and 4 diamonds from the Atelier Zobel/Peter Schmid, Konstance, Germany and now also in Zurich, Switzerland. This ring is a size 6 3/4. The center oval cut sapphire weighs approximately 3.30 cts. The ring weighs 9 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed as shown...
A spectacular sterling and platinum ring with 5 diamonds from the Atelier Zobel/Peter Schmid, Konstance, Germany and now also in Zurich, Switzerland. This ring is a size 7 1/2, is 7/8"long and also 7/8" wide and weighs 9 grams. It is signed and dated what looks like 2001 as shown in 2 photos. A gorgeous ring with remarkable attention to detail and impeccable fusion of platinum, silver and gems.
Betty Cooke sterling silver necklace
Pendant measures a large 5" across
Necklace should fit a 16" neck
Weight - 30 grams
A modern interpretation of her vintage design
c 2000
Marked COOKE
Excellent condition
John Iversen sterling silver segmented bracelet
6 1/2" long x 1 1/2" at widest point
Weight - 46 grams
Signature tag attached
Excellent condition
Beautiful sterling dual mask earrings by Aleut master silversmith Denise Wallace whose jewelry is inspired by her Alaskan Native heritage. One mask is smiling while the other is frowning. These earrings measure 1 3/4 " long and 7/8" wide and have posts for pierced ears. They are in fine original and signed as shown. The work of Denise Wallace has been the focus of many exhibitions and is found in several major museum collections.
This is wonderful, Matching, Four-Piece set made with Carved White Jade and solid 14K Yellow Gold...
Stunning, vintage, hand hammered and textured sterling link bracelet by world renowned jeweler John Iversen. This design is called the “Tower Bracelet” and was part of his Spike Collection dating to the late 1980’s. It measures 7” long end to end and weighs 43 grams. The links graduate from 1 1/2" at the widest point in the center to 3/4" closest to the clasp. Each link moves and flows, forming gracefully on the wrist...
A lovely sterling cuff bracelet with onyx and angel skin coral cabachon stones by Arizona metalsmith Kim Rawdin. Kim Rawdin studied painting and art education in college in New York and his interest in jewelry started when he took a job as an art teacher on a Navajo reservation in Arizona...
A gorgeous sterling and natural high grade turquoise ring by Navajo silversmith Robert Sorrell. He studied the work of Charles Loloma and has mastered many of his styles and techniques which is evident in this ring. The ring is a size 8 and suitable for a man or woman. The face of the ring measures 1 1/2" long and 1/2" at the widest point. Weighing 20 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the beautiful stone...
Ramona Solberg - sterling silver, amber and shell "Fibula" brooch
5 1/2" x 2 1/2"
c. 1980
Excellent condition
Modern Chinese Jade Pendant. Very well carved white celadon jade pendant jewel of a character and his servant. On the other side a text in Chinese characters bearing the apocryphal signature of a great artist of the Ming period. Contemporary Chinese work imitating an 18 ° plate.
Good condition.
Dimensions approximately 6x4 cm.
Beautiful sterling cuff with fine line chisel work by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez. Deceased on December 1,2007, he was a self taught silversmith who won the prestigious Smithsonian Medal of Honor, more than 700 blue ribbons, was featured in magazines and books and was a featured guest artist in many museums and galleries across the United States. This bracelet measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2" opening. It is 1 3/4"" wide and weighs 124 grams...
A rare and wonderful sterling ring with center onyx by Arizona metalsmith Kim Rawdin. Kim Rawdin studied painting and art education in college in New York and his interest in jewelry started when he took a job as an art teacher on a Navajo reservation in Arizona. Becoming highly influenced by the beauty of the Arizona landscape, he is also influenced by traditional Japanese haiku and scroll paintings...
A rare and wonderful sterling ring with shadow box 14k bezel set center carnelian by Arizona metalsmith Kim Rawdin. Kim Rawdin studied painting and art education in college in New York and his interest in jewelry started when he took a job as an art teacher on a Navajo reservation in Arizona. Becoming highly influenced by the beauty of the Arizona landscape, he is also influenced by traditional Japanese haiku and scroll paintings. This ring is a size 5 1/2, is 7/8" long and 3/4" wide. Weighing 1...
Striking wide sterling bracelet with 8 rows of precise stamping by Cochiti Pueblo silversmith Cippy Crazyhorse, son of legendary silversmith Joe H. Quintana. Measuring 6 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is 1 3/4" wide and weighs 129 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Suitable for a man or woman, a very impressive bracelet.
Betty Cooke modernist sterling statement ring
Front of ring measures 2 3/8" long x 5/8" wide
Size - 6 1/4
Weight - 10+ grams
Marked Cooke, sterling
Excellent condition
Mena Messina dynamic handcrafted brass and silver necklace
Patinated folded brass links connected with silver posts
Trademark closure
18" long x 1 1/2" wide
Weight - 202 grams
Etched signature
Dated - 1992
Very good original condition
Monica Tinker post modernist mixed metals brooch
Silver, gold inlay and copper have been combined to create this large and unique studio piece
5 1/8" tall x 1 3/8" wide
Weight - 40+ grams
Entitled "The Sower VI"
Signed in script on verso - Monica Tinker, '96
Very good vintage condition with no issues to note
Bold, three dimensional, kinetic 18k and sterling earrings by husband -and -wife team Jeff and Susan Wise. They are multi layered, open and tactile. They describe their jewelry as " Sculpture in a diminutive scale whose full significance is revealed when it is worn on the body." Measuring 2 1/2" long, they are 3/4" wide at the bottom circle and weigh 11 grams total. The three circles move freely along the triangular shape. These earrings have secure clip backs with a cushion for added comfort. T...
Orna Ben Ami post modernist sterling silver brooch
Israel
2" x 1 1/4"
Weight - 19.40 grams
Ben-Ami studied sculpture at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington, D.C. and Tel Aviv University and
has presented numerous solo exhibitions in Israel, Europe and the United States.
Marked 925
Incsribed signature
Dated 1991
Very good vintage condition
Tony Papp post modernist sterling silver/gold wash, brooch.
C. 1980's.
2 3/8" in diameter.
Well crafted.
Strong three dimensional design.
Very good vintage condition.
Signed on verso.
Tony Papp, son of Joseph Papp NYC.
Studied at Parsons school of design.
His work was exhibited in galleries in New York, Boston and Philadelphia.
In 1986 he opened the Tony Papp Gallery in Trump Tower.
He also taught at seve...
Beautiful sculptural statement sterling silver ring with large citrine by the artisan Joe Dean
Late 20th century
Size 8 1/2
Weight - 22 grams
The citrine measures 1 1/4" x 7/8"
The ring stands 3/4" above the finger
Marked Joe Dean, 925
Excellent condition
Made in America in the modernist tradition. 2 Pc. This sculptural silver pomegranate or apple motif pendant and hand hammered V collar 2pc necklace was hand fabricated wrought by and Signed: Handmade Mimi Dee & Sterling. Red garnets & peridot from other lands were later woven in place. Noted signature: fabricated from one piece of silver at ~1.8 Oz before adding beads. Gem wt: approx 95 Carats semiprecious gemstones. Total wt: 3.2 ounces or 92 grams. Legal: All images design content co...
Susan Kasson Sloan brooch
Sterling silver and resin
c. 1990's
3 1/2" x 1 1/8"
Signed on verso
Very good vintage condition
Robert Lee Morris sterling silver chain necklace
1980s
This heavy and substantial statement necklace weighs a total of 173+ grams
Adjustable hook closure can extend to fit a 16" neck
Center element measures 2 3/4" x 1 3/4"
Hallmarked RLM incised in medallion as well as 925
Made in America. All metal is sterling silver. This substantial 75 gram sterling necklace with hand forged chain and pendant was made in USA in the modernist tradition. Every square millimeter of the thick 14 gauge handmade silver chain necklace and pendant was hand fabricated by and signed with maker's mark: Handmade - Sterling - Mimi Dee
No pre fab imported metal was used. See image 3. Additional choose: white art glass oval or Czecho Art Deco black disc. Nice heft at 3 ounces or 84 g...
This would make a nice garland or decoration for a doll house. All metal is sterling silver. Own the only one! Made in a USA studio this bold three piece 177 gram necklace by and stamped as: Mimi Dee - Sterling. The components consist of hand wrought hammered lucky spiritual spiral semi precious metal, a fossilized ammonite specimen and modern amulet Dzi beads totaling 177 gram or 6.2 oz as postal scale weights as follows:
Dzi beads: (7) 103 grams. Cold, smooth heavy, root beer color. ...
Elegant modernist sterling silver and onyx necklace
Sweden
Late 20th century
Should fit a 14 1/2" to 15" neck
Onyx ball - 7/8" diameter
Weight - 50 grams
Hallmarked as pictured
Excellent vintage condition
Made in USA in the Modernist or Art & Crafts tradition. All metal is and marked Sterling Silver. This Studio 70 Gram neck ring necklace and detachable pin pendant fibula hand wrought hammered by and artist signed: Handmade Mimi Dee Sterling.
*Total for both pieces, weight is 2.4 Ounces of sterling silver. Never owned, in original condition.
* Detachable hefty brooch has unilateral spring action and weighs 1.6 ounce or 46 grams of precious metal.
* One piece metalwork hand fabr...
Doubled, this would make a nice doll necklace. Signed sage green necklace made up of sparkly 20mm faceted Labradorite stones with flashes of blue and finished with hand wrought sterling silver.
Approx 37 grams of precious heavy 14 guage metal. Not wimpy.
Have you noticed that others do not mention the guage nor metal gram weight?
All heavy semi precious metal was hand wrought and used through each bead! Never cheap cable here! Never worry that it will break as each bead is thr...
Vintage sterling earrings by Angela Cummings. She left her 16 year association as a designer for Tiffany & Co. in 1984 to pursue her career as an independent designer. These beautiful earrings are signed by her and dated 1991 on the reverse of both earrings. They are 1 1/8” long, 1" wide and have clip backs. Weighing 24 grams, they are in fine original condition. A terrific, unusual Angela Cummings design after she opened her own boutique.