A delightful 14K gold frog with emerald eyes sits atop a simple band in this witty stickpin conversion ring. The gold is beautifully stippled for a realistic appearance that sets off the bright green eyes. Frogs in Victorian jewelry often symbolized fertility. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
- America, ca 1900.
Excellent condition, sharp detail.- Dimensions: frog, 1/2" x 3/8".
- Size 6 1/4.
- Weight: 2.2 grams.
Jens Christian Thejls modernist sterling silver ring with a beautiful domed rutilated quartz
Denmark
Late 1960's to 1970
Size - 6 3/4
This solid and well crafted ring weighs 16 grams
Marked Thejls, 925s, Denmark
Excellent vintage condition
Rey Urban for A. Fausing modenist sterling silver brooch
Denmark
Mid 20th century
2" x 2"
Weight - 24 grams
Marked, Rey Urban in script, A. Fausing, 925, sterling, Denmark
Fine vintage condition
A 14k diamond and two opals row ring circa 1890 1900. This antique size 3-3/4 or 3.75 yellow gold ring features a central 10 point (by gauge) antique brilliant cut diamond flanked by two similar size opal cabochon gems. The diamond has a lovely clarity, and the opals have blue coloration with orange flash. The setting measures 7/16 x 1/8", it is faintly stamped 14K KENTS (a Canadian jewellery chain) and it weighs 2.2 grams...
The indisputable queen of Mexican enamelwork, Margot de Taxco created an amazing series of jewelry in that technique which she first started focusing on while still married to Antonio Castillo and designing for the family workshop. As with her other jewelry here too the sources of inspiration were varied covering distances not only in geographical space but also in time...
This elegant 14Kt yellow gold band is set with 4 natural round faceted sapphires and 15 brilliant cut channel set diamonds. The stones create a pattern that goes ¾ of the way around and the band finished with a square shank. The approximate weight of the 4 sapphires is 0.25Ct, while the approximate total weight of the 15 diamonds is 0.30Ct. The band is a size 5 and can be sized within limits.
One of Hector Aguilar's most iconic designs done in his signature 940 silver. Known as the Fertility Bracelet it is featured in the books "Mexican Silver" and "Silver Masters of Mexico". It measures 7" long by 7/8" wide and is quite heavy at 91.1 grams. Signed with the HA mono, 940, Taxco Mexico and the eagle stamp. It has the early style pin closure and is in good condition with no damage noted. An iconic bracelet by one of the finest Mexican Silver Jewelry artist.
Percz Janos bronze modernist brooch
Hungary
Mid 20th century
2 1/8" x 2 1/8"
Weight - 17.22 grams
Marked on verso
Very good vintage condition
A stylish 16” long 14Kt white gold and pave diamond heart necklace. The heart that slides on the chain measures 7/16” X 7/16” and the heart shaped center is pave set with 15 full cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.20Ct.
Jan Brunk modernist sterling silver and stone necklace
Sweden
Mid 20th century
Necklace should fit a 15" neck
Weight - 38 grams
Marked BRU, 925 and Swedish hallmarks
Excellent vintage condition
A fine Victorian shell cameo pendant/pin depicting Diana, goddess of the hunt, the moon and nature (Artemis in Green mythology). The setting is beautifully worked in the Etruscan taste with delicately formed bead, wire and rosette decoration. The carving makes nice use of the shell's coloring to add details to the goddess' gown. She holds three of her attributes—a bow, a quiver of arrows and a crescent moon tiara...
Long elegant Baroque pearl necklace with matching earrings by Miriam Haskell. Gray bead spacers. Newly restrung. The necklace is 55" end to end and has the Miriam Haskell tag. The screw-back earrings are 1 3/4" long with Haskell marked on the shank.
Uni David Andersen Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace
Designed by Unn Tangerud
Norway
Mid 20th century
Neck chain - 26" long
Kinetic pendant measures 2 3/4" x 3"
Fully hallmarked on reverse
Excellent condition
This DeRosa shimmering red Metallic Enamel bracelet is absolutely amazing.
It is 7 1/2" long by 1 3/16" wide by 1/4" tall.
I can say with certainty that this is indeed a rare find. It is not signed. It is circa 1940.
Each full bloom rose has centers of white pave rhinestones on top.
There is no enamel loss, no missing rhinestones, and no dead rhinestones. It is just an incredibly fabulous bracelet.
Anything made by DeRosa is striking in design with high quality enamel work...
Late 1800s (possibly older) large size sterling silver and malachite pin in the shape of a buckle, a popular theme during the Victorian period. Approx 2.5 inches x 2 inches. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE!
Theodor Olsen modernist sterling silver necklace
Mid 20th century
Norway
Pendant - 2 7/8" x 3"
Chain - 21" long
Weight - 57.65 grams
Hallmarked with artist cypher and 925
Very good vintage condition
Frank and Regine Juhls sterling silver necklace
Norway
Pendant - 3 1/4" long x 2" wide
Neck chain 24" long
Marked Juhls 925s
Very good vintage condition
Arne Johansen modernist sterling silver and nacre ring
Mid 20th century
Size 9 1/2
This very substantial and well crafted ring weighs a hefty 28.5 grams
The face measures 7/8" long
Ring rises about 1/2" above finger
Marked AJ, 925s
Excellent vintage condition
Janiye modernist sterling silver brooch
Japan/Boston
2 3/8" x 1 1/2"
Signed on reverse
Very good vintage condition
Antonio Fallaci modernist sterling silver and ebony bracelet
Italy
1970
Interior circumference - 7 1/4"
Front - 7/8" tall tapering back to 3/8"
Hinged rear opening
Weight - 58 grams
Marked Antonio Fallaci in script, and 925
Very good condition
A striking and colorful bracelet with sterling wire wrapped caged raw stones by Modernist Arthur King who had a shop on Madison Avenue in New York City in the 1960's. The stones include rose quartz, amethyst, clear quartz, and topaz. The bracelet measures 8 1/2" end to end but the hook clasp can be linked to an inner ring to make the length shorter and have the end stone dangle which may have been the intent of the maker. This piece is in fine original condition and weighs 43 grams...
Large Modernist Sterling w/ Blue Opal Brooch
c.1950s
unsigned/no marks
Blue opal, seamless solder work, incredible craftsmanship and design
Excellent condition
3 3/8" x 3"
Joachim S'Paliu modernist sterling silver with carnelian ring
Spain
Mid 20th century
This gorgeous, over sized, ring measures 1 9/16" tall x 1 1/8" deep
The polished carnelian stone is a deep reddish burnt sienna displaying a wonderful translucence
Size - 9 to 9 1/2
Weight - a substantial 22.65 grams
Hallmarked S'Paliu, sterling
Excellent vintage condition
Israeli modernist sterling silver necklace with druzy quartz geode
C. 1955
Pendant - 3" x 4 3/4"
Interior - 5 3/4" x 6 1/4"
Marked AARI-AV Israel 925
An interesting pair of Modernist free form tumbled spotted moss agate stones in sinuous 14K yellow gold cage settings with bean backs. The agates have interesting spotted markings in shades of gray and brown as well as surface-reaching matrix in a cream color. The settings are clearly hand-crafted and designed specifically for the stones. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
Dimensions: faces, 11/16” x 11/16”. Weight: 15.0 gr.
A vintage three dimensional pendant in sterling silver designed by Jose Luis Flores of Taxco, Mexico depicting a stylized nude woman. Flores also worked with Hector Aguilar, Miguel Garcia Martinez and Emma.
Measures 4 1/8" long including the large bale and 2 1/8" across. Marked on the back 925, Mexico JLF, and Taxco. Have also seen this with the additional Miguel hallmark in script. Heavy and substantial. Has some tarnish. Pre Eagle.
Wild Picasso-esque design.
An 18k gold turquoise 5 rows with rope ring circa 1960s. This vintage size 6 yellow gold turquoise rows hand made ring in 18 k (unmarked but tested) yellow gold has five rows of blue and greenish natural turquoise stones made as an assymmetrical dome. It measures 3/4 x 5/8" across the diagonal turquoise ring upper. This ring weighs 6.7 grams, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
You don’t have to sacrifice quality for the right price with this classic 14Kt white gold and diamond engagement ring centered by an approximately 0.20Ct brilliant cut diamond that has G color and VS2 clarity and is set in a miracle setting with four prongs. The center stone is flanked on either side by two single-cut diamonds set in fish-tail settings. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.30Ct. The ring is a size 7 ¾ and it can easily be sized.
A sterling silver heavy, modernist pendant in a brutalist style possibly designed by Henning Koppel for the Danish silversmith, Niels Erik (NE) From. Have not been able to find any other designer with HK hallmark.
This unusual pendant is made from rough oxidized and smooth polished layers of sterling. Has a large bale so would accommodate a thicker chain or neck ring. Currently strung on a black leather cord.
Marked with the stylized conjoined HK, From and 925S on the back...
This very attractive heart shaped amethyst pendant is set in 14Kt white gold. The checker board faceted 12 X 12 millimeter prong set amethyst is surrounded by 59 single-cut diamonds set in two rows. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.30Ct. The height of the pendant is 1” with the bail, and the width is ¾”.
A vintage sterling silver and pearl hand wrought choker necklace and matching bracelet by the California Modernist, Esther Lewittes. May be purchased individually or as a set.
Necklace measures 14 1/2" long but hard to measure exactly due to the curvature of the links. Probably closer to 15". An extender could be added to the back if necessary. Signed Lewittes Sterling. Has a hook closure that holds securely.
The matching bracelet measures 7" long and has a secure spring clasp...
A rarely seen design this elegant bracelet by the famous Antonio Pineda has a unique design with links in a curved, open work design. It measure 6 7/8" long by 7/8" wide and weighs 49.8 grams. In good vintage condition with only light wear and tarnish, it has a lovely deep patina. With a secure box clasp and attached safety chain. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco Crown, 970, Made in Mexico and the eagle 17. A lovely bracelet with a great design that you'll wear for a lifetime.
Sterling REPOUSSED PARROT PIN with great detail by Los Castillo, Mexico, c.1940. Measures 3 3/8" long by 1" wide and is in excellent condition. Signed "LOS CASTILLO TAXCO STERLING MEXICO 410". Beautiful piece.....$15 for insured US shipping.
A very uniquely shaped broach/pendant is this 14Kt white gold filigree shell cameo from the 1920-s depicting the silhouette of a young lady. Art nouveau elements are incorporated in the designs of the cameo carving as well as the shape of the broach resembling a flower basket. The 1 7/8” wide and 1 3/8” high broach has a fold down bail that makes it wearable as a pendant.
A sterling silver modernist link bracelet by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. Has two layers of sterling with darkened areas for an interesting effect. Measures 6 3/4" long and 3/4" at the widest. Has both the phyllis and stylized 'p' hallmarks and sterling. Hook closure. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Better for a smaller wrist although an extender could be added. Classic Phyllis design.
This pair of estate oval carved jade earrings is set in 14Kt yellow gold settings with none pierced screw backs. The 15 X 12 millimeter oval carved jade pieces are prong set in the center. The overall measurements of the earrings are 19 X 15 millimeters.