An amazing sterling silver modernist brooch with a bark like texture thought to be designed by Finnish jeweler Helky Juvonen and produced by N. Westerback in 1973.
Measures 2" across and 2" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Marked with 925 for the silver standard, NW for the maker, the National Mark and Date Code U7 for 1973.
In fine condition, very intricate and detailed. Dark patina. Weighs 19 gr.
Wonderful example of modernist Scandinavian design.
This shiny, goldtone bracelet measures just over 7" long. It has a bold link design. The links measure 7/8". It is marked Napier (in cursive) PAT. 4.774.743, indicating it was introduced in the late 70's, early 80's. It is in excellent condition. It also has good heft.
I don’t often use the expression “Holy Grail” but Tane’s “Tarascan” necklace is one of those few pieces in the world of vintage Mexican silver jewelry that deserves it. Especially if it bears pre-1980 hallmarks - which is the case here. Habitually referred to as “the Tiffany’s of Mexico”, Tane has been producing holloware and jewelry in silver and gold since 1942 and is known throughout the world for the quality of craftsmanship, impeccable design and perfect finishing...
Pair Emma Melendez Mexican silver earrings. These sterling silver screwback earrings have black patination, they measure 1-1/4" x 1/2" and they have a great Modern style design; they are signed STERLING TAXCO with a 3 eagle mark and EMMA and 835 and they weigh 8.5 grams. This pair is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
A 14k yellow gold heart pendant with diamonds from the 1970s. This classy and stylish 1 x 9/16" (including bale) pendant has wave-like styling on one side and a row of 9 genuine diamonds on the other side. The diamonds are approximate 2 points each (by gauge) and this pendant tests as 14k gold (any marks are obscured and not easily seen). It weighs 3.3 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...
Vintage Betty Cooke Kinetic 14K Gold with Pearl and Onyx Pendant
2 1/2" long x 7/8" at widest point
Weight - 6.55 grams
Marked - Cooke, 14K
Condition - excellent
A fabulous example of Taxco modernism by Los Ballesteros, this vintage Mexican silver and amethyst bracelet is as beautiful to look at as it is comfortable to wear. A couple of days ago I presented another creation by the same workshop and I will suggest that the two pieces are representative of their line of medium-width modernist link bracelets...
I love zodiac jewelry and thankfully so did the old Mexican maestros! Yet over the years I have noticed that no matter what their form (rings, brooches or bracelets), they are being snatched up with increasing fervor. So saying that they are becoming more difficult to find would not be an understatement, especially for rings which are an already challenging area of collecting in the vintage Mexican jewelry world...
A vintage, modernist sterling silver ring designed by Pentti Sarpaneva for Turun Hopea Oy of Finland.
Design measures 5/8" high and 5/8" across. Ring measures about a 7 and can be adjusted up or down.
Marked with the intertwined TH for Turun Hopea, Crown mark for Finland, 830 for silver standard, Town Mark for Turku and date code U7 for 1973.
Solid and in fine condition. Has some scratches to the band. Great bold design.
A pair of vintage circa 1955 sterling silver and enamel brooches by Margot de Taxco, (Margot Van Voorhies Carr). One is a dark grey poodle dog, #5686 and the other is a multicolored rooster, #5793. These brooches may be purchased individually or as a pair.
The poodle measures 2 1/4" high and 1 1/8" at the widest. Marked Made in Mexico Sterling, Margot de Taxco and 5686. Also marked with Eagle #16.
The rooster measures 2 1/2" high and 1 5/8" at the widest...
This sterling, Mexican fish pendant married metal is copper (to silver). It has an azur-malachite eye and is very well crafted. It measures 2 1/4" x 5/8". The onyx center is encased in sterling (top and bottom). The back is hallmarked MEXICO, then TAXCO MEXICO 925 with the silversmith's initials, AAB in the middle. The assay mark is # 1. It is in great condition.
The clasp on this sterling silver bracelet is fashioned as a buckle, with a hinged bar that closes over the end of the ‘belt’ to secure it. The bracelet is constructed as three hinged pieces, with bands of chain work applied to the outside. It is marked 925 Mexico on the inside of the securing bar. The bracelet measures 1 inch wide at the buckle; the band measures 1/2 inch wide. The bracelet, when closed, measures 2 1/2 inches across the opening and has an internal circumference of 7 inches...
A fine quality 1-1/4" diameter sterling and silver gilt pin by Solje of Norway. This pin has a c-clasp and dangling gilt silver discs. It is stamped 830S with a cypher maker's mark and it weighs 5.0 grams. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Tracked Packet shipping to the U.S...
Chanel, elegant as always. The heavy gold plating glistens, and each little pendant on all three pieces has a design created by the repeated use of the word "CHANEL". It creates a very interesting pattern. In addition, the earrings have many tiny clear rhinestones. A great set for Chanel lovers.
Necklace is 40" end to end, three strand bracelet is 8" end to end, and clip earrings are 1 3/4" from top of clip to bottom of drop.
Tapio Wirkkala, for N. Westerback Oy, sterling silver "Crescent Moon" necklace
Finland
1972
Pendant 3 1/2" x 3 1/2"
Chain 24"
Hallmarked NW, 925H, Crown mark, Helsinki mark, T7
Very good vintage condition
An elegant 14k multi-color gold bangle bracelet from the 1970s. This just slightly less than 1/8" wide bangle (approimately 2.7mm) has a repeat design with a textured finish. It has alternating segments of white, yellow and rose gold. It is stamped 585 with an partially obscured Italian post-1968 guarantee mark (CASTELUCCI ULISSE & CARNIANI PATRIZIO, Arezzo Italy - Source: www.silvercollection.it). It weighs approximately 7.4 grams and it measures 2-1/2" x 2-1/4", in a slightly oval shape...
Unusual and high style deLillo set. The necklace has a removable 2" extender so that it may be worn at two different lengths. The center marquis pendant creates a very dramatic look, and the detailed filigree work on the back of the necklace adds to its beauty. Elegant costume jewelry set created for the House of DeLillo in the 1970's. This piece is the prototype designed and executed by Robert Clark, former Chief designer for Miriam Haskell...
A 14K gold 3 natural black opals and diamond pendant circa 1970s. This custom made yellow gold pendant measures 2" x 1-1/8". It is in an abstract shape. The bezel-set opals are high quality and have magnificent colour play with fiery reds, blues and greens, and they total approximately 1.50 carats, and the diamond is 5 points (VS2, F-G color). The the gold modernist design pendant has a textured surface and there is an integrated loop on the back. It weighs 7.8 gr., it comes with a conservative...
A wonderful set by Niels Erik From consisting of a brooch with an amber cabochon and matching pierced earrings. Referred to as the 'Atomic' design. Would like to keep the set together, but will separate if someone is just interested in one part.
The brooch is made from 5 intersecting sterling rods with orbs at each end and a central bezel set amber cabochon. Measures 2 3/8" long and 1 3/4" at the widest. Has a secure rollover clasp. Marked FROM 925S. Has a warm patina.
The earrings a...
Impressive vintage sterling silver and amethyst glass bracelet
Mexico
Mid to late 20th century
This substantial and solid bracelet weighs a hefty 174 grams
Interior circumference - 6 7/8"
Stands 1 1/4" tall
Push/pull clasp and safety chain
Hallmarked, Hecho en Mexico, sterling, artist cypher and initials - AAC
Excellent vintage condition
Handmade BRONZE link bracelet that is a true work of art and is signed by the artist, "BR" or "BP", c.1960's. It measures 7 1/2" long by 2 1/2" at widest point. Very dimensional and heavy, each link is different. The handmade locking device is a substantial hook and eye(see photo of "back"). In excellent condition, except there is one small solder joint that has come apart. One of the most interesting, unique, and art-as-jewelry bracelets ever.....$9 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY s...
This double-hinged bangle, a mid-century design by Sigfredo Pineda, features a central oval amethyst cabochon, framed in sterling silver and highly polished. It is surrounded by two sets of slender sterling silver bands enclosing it like fingers. The bracelets band is in three sections, with a soft patina from age, and the two hinge pins are very secure. The push-down clasp is in good working order, and there is a long, delicate safety chain attached by soldered rings. The inner band exhibits th...
This mid-century buckle bracelet is based on a design which originated with Antonio Pineda.
It's a stunning, rarely seen design. Striking, edgy, modernist, gorgeous. Opens wide to easily fit on the wrist. The buckle swings over the notch which fits into the groove on the buckle.
Closed, wearable length is about 6 3/4". Width is 1 11/16" at the buckle.
Weight is 101.6 grams.
Signed and hallmarked "SCH Hecho en Mexico Taxco Sterling", with the eagle assay 1.
In very good con...
Description: There are gold tone base metal with green jelly lucite starfish. There is a smaller gold tone starfish applique in the center featuring two round cabs and a scroll design.
Hallmark: Trifari Tm
Dimensions: 1 1/2" diameter
Porcelain pendant with decorative figural ornament in gilt in the style so typical of Bjorn /Björn Wiinblad (1918 – 2006), the Danish artist who designed posters and textiles, and cutlery, ceramics and glass for Rosenthal, Germany. Width "2/ 5.2 cm. Condition: fine.
Betty Cooke modernist 14K gold and pearl kinetic necklace
Extended length - 20 3/4"
Longest drop - 4 1/2"
Stamped Cooke in block letters
Excellent vintage condition
Stunning platinum and diamond earrings in the "stile guirland" or "garland style" developed in Paris by Cartier, but first made fashionable by Queen Alexandra of England. Each earring is composed of a floral motif surmount, suspending a bow, suspending a wreath circled about another floral motif, suspending a teardrop. Each earring is fully articulated, so that all the parts move independently with the slightest movement. Each earring contains 51 round brilliant-cut diamonds of very fine colo...
A pair of 18K yellow gold clip-on earrings in Keiselstein-Cord’s timeless “Rope Twist” design. These earrings were produced in at least two sizes, these being the. The surface is bloomed to create the semi-matte finish characteristic of the designer’s work. The earrings are fully marked and dated for 1982, making this among his earliest designs.
- Germany, 1982
- Condition: excellent
- Dimensions: 7/8” x 7/8” (22 x 22 mm)
- Weight: 35.5 grams
Giant cast gold color metal abstract hearts with pate de verre center teardrop cabochons. A bit under 3 1/2" (8.6 cm) long & 1 7/8" (4.7 cm) at the widest point., The poured glass cabochons each measure 1" (2.5 cm) long. The earrings are signed YSL ,Made in France on the back & they are in perfect condition. An Iconic Saint Laurent design! Please Note: All items must have the original inventory tags in place and be untouched in order to be returned.
A vintage 10k yellow gold ring c1970, with seven genuine round cut diamonds set between flat bars or channels. This size 5-3/4 ring measures 3/4" across the diamonds and 1/8" wide. It weighs 2.0 grams and it is stamped 10K and JSN. This item is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight sign...
This continuous chain is beautifully made, composed of tiny rectangles that are attached in perpendicular links. It has a substantial feel and has a seamless, snake-like movement. It works with a pendant or as a classic look by itself, doubled or tripled. Doubled, the chain measures 29 ¼ inches long. It is unmarked, and has a soft patina like old silver; it is probably silver plated, and dates from the 1960s or 1970s.
Betty Cooke modernist sterling silver and 14K gold ring
Size 5 1/2"
Weight - 7.8 grams
Face measures 1" x 1 1/8"
Marked Cooke
Excellent vintage condition
A 10k yellow gold abstract modern purple topaz ring from the 1970s. This size 5-1/2 ring features seven tested purple topaz claw-set stones in an abstract looped 1 x 9/16" setting. This ring weighs 3.6 grams, it is stamped 10K SVC and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs.
Antiqued metal Kilt Pin with Amethyst stones. Kilt Pin size 3/8" diameter x 2 1/2" long.
This Jomaz brooch and clip earrings has loops and swirls and rings all in heavy sterling silver. The set is tailored with a flair. Marked Jomaz. Brooch is 2" by 2", earrings are 1" by 1 1/2".
This humorous, mustached character has a mischievous glint in his amber colored rhinestone eyes. Gold plated, heavy and very three dimensional. Pendant 3 1/2" long, 2" at widest, 1" at deepest. Chain 23 1/2".
A vintage pair of sterling silver screw back earrings by Margot de Taxco, (Margot Van Voorhies Carr), number 5376, with blue confetti enamel. Opposites so frame the face when worn.
Measure 7/8" high and 3/4" across. Marked Made in Mexico Sterling, Margot de Taxco and 5376. Also marked with Eagle #16.
Screw backs hold securely. Very nice condition with some tarnish. Hard to find design.
Please see our listing for a similar Margot brooch with blue confetti enamel.
This band ring is 3/8" wide. It is a size 9. It has a nice oxidized background and patina. It is marked MEXICO MA and has the eagle / assay mark that is hard to make out. This piece is in excellent condition.
Whimsical kinetic sterling silver ring by Erik Granit. Finland, 1950s. Marked with several hallmarks, along with "57, 925 STERLING FINLAND, ER GRANIT CO DESIGN JEWELERS" excellent condition. Size 6.25 (measures 5/8" across the inside).
A substantial set from Taxco's "middle period" this stunning necklace and earrings demi combines chunky cylinders of azur-malachite with shadow-box sterling box links. The result is quite impressive as the primarily green hues of the stone (the malachite is predominant here) are tempered by the variegated brown of the inclusions, all colors finally reflected in the glowing silver. I love a good chain necklace and this example combines good length with a presence that will never go unattended. Th...
This 1960s pendant is composed of what appears to be a very thickly molded pewter, roughly finished and suspended from a sturdy cable chain. The back of the pendant bears an unidentified maker’s mark of Å.A. Pendant measures 3 1/8 inches long by 2 5/8 inches wide. The entire necklace, including pendant and chain, drops almost 17 inches; it does not have a clasp.
Ed Levin Modernist jewelry Brooch
14K gold, sterling silver with baroque pearl
Fluid and elegant this brooch measures 4" long
Marked Ed Levin [script],sterling/14k
Excellent vintage condition
Molten caramel golds and shimmering coffee browns are reflected in warmly mellowed silver in this modernist Mexican pendant necklace with neck ring. Very Scandinavian in design, necklaces of this type are not very common in the world of vintage Mexican jewelry and I consider myself even luckier to have come upon this exquisite example because it is also a pre-1980 creation. Though the necklace could have been crafted at any point between 1948 and 1980, for me it has a distinct early 1970s vibe a...
Handmade, colorful painted wood bangle, Indonesia, c.1970's. It is made of a light-weight wood and is in excellent condition. Never used. Has rounded edges and is a generous 1 1/4" wide and has an almost 2 3/4" opening. Very exciting and artful look.....$5 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY tax.
A reticulated sterling silver pendant of geometric elements and elongated bale, suspended from an .830 silver chain. Both bear the marks of H.C. Østrem of Drammen; it's very unusual to find a pendant by this maker with its original chain. The script maker's mark also is not often seen. The entire necklace measures15 inches long with the chain doubled, including the 3-inch-long pendant. Weight: 23.6 grams, total
This is very hard stone white jade carving of Dragon Fish and fish, it is heavy and big piece and detail in carving of the dragon head.
Lovely signed Mikimoto flower-form brooch in 18K yellow gold set with pearls. The flower petals are made up of very fine quality 6-6.5mm pearls, estimated at AA. The nacre is thick and very lustrous. The body color is white with green/rose overtones. The back of the pin is marked with Mikimoto’s hallmark and the gold content.
Origin: Japan, ca. 1990. Condition: mint. Size: 2-1/8” x 1-1/8”. Weight: 6.5 grams.
This nice link charm bracelet is sterling silver. It is 6 1/2" long. On the back of the box clasp it is marked Jencha (in script), then a decorative line surrounding 0.925, HECHO EN MEXICO with eagle number 29. It's solid and in excellent condition.
From the same Florida estate as the Danish malachite pendant, this is a another expertly hand crafted signed Danish sterling pendant with a wonderful orbital rutilated quartz. It measures 1 5/8" long and 1" wide. It is in fine original condition and could be worn on a chain or thin neck ring. Signed IU 925S and Handmade in Denmark. The stone is fascinating and perfect for this solid setting.
This colorful ring is a size 7.5. It has a nice design with a large, central, faux fire opal cab (glass). It is clearly marked with the Eagle Assay mark, #3. It is also marked MEXICO middle and is also marked MEXICO 925 and other marks (unable to decipher) in a circle with what looks like JCM in the middle. This ring is truly gorgeous with all its colors and is in excellent condition. I have taken pictures with flash and without.
Masterfully carved to the smallest detail is this 18Kt yellow gold mother and child pendant. Mother’s day or a new child is a perfect occasion to give this piece of jewelry to an all deserving mother.The pendant with the bail is 1 1/8" high and 5/8" wide.
These clip earrings from the 1970's are marked Christian Dior with an unreadable patent number. They are silver and hematite. 7/8" by 7/8".
This Kay Denning bracelet is 3/4" wide. The five links are enameled white with slightly raised red and blue "cookies". It is hallmarked twice Denning on the reverse. Fold over clasp. No damage to the enameling.
This neat bracelet has a curved design and is adjustable. It consists of bands of silver, copper and brass. It measures 1/2" wide. It is marked MEXICO.
A fabulous pair of vintage earrings in 18K yellow gold set with diamonds by Tiffany & Co. The oval shape is formed of reeded bars interspersed with prong-set diamonds, creating a sort of basketweave texture. The diamonds are very fine, F color, VVS1 clarity. Each earring is marked “1992 Tiffany & Co. 750”. The earrings are presented in their original vintage box from Tiffany.
Origin: America, ca. 1992. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 1” x 11/16”. Weight: 21.0 grams. A...
One of the oldest and definitely one of the very few original workshops that are still in operation in Taxco, the Los Ballesteros taller created some of the best "mask" jewelry in the story of Mexico's 20th c. Silver Renaissance. Whether incorporated in rings, brooches, pendants or bracelets, their minimalist carved portraits are always finely executed and the silver-work which houses them quite often touches the monumental. Based on the shape of the ancient Aztec calendar disk discovered in Mex...
A vintage modernist set of Cufflinks with matching Tiebar in sterling and exotic wood from Sigi Pineda, Taxco Mexico. Cufflinks measure 1 1/8" long and 3/4" wide. Tiebar measures 2 1/8" long and 3/8" wide. Marked Sterling Made in Mexico, Sigi Tasco, Eagle 3, and with design number 52 on the back of the tiebar. The cufflinks are also marked Made in Mexico, Sterling and design # 52. There is a light Sigi mark on the back of one cufflink. In nice condition, has a few scratches and a tiny ding t...
Superb Mikimoto 18K yellow gold and pearl brooch in the shape of a cello. The cello’s body is set with 25 fine AA pearls graduating from 3.8 to 5.2 millimeters, and the tailpiece is studded with three round brilliant-cut diamonds. The f-holes, fingerboard, pegs and scroll are worked in gold and are beautifully detailed. The pearls are of exceptional quality with light cream body color and rosé overtones. The luster is very bright and the pearls are well matched. The diamonds are SI1/2 clarity...
Reply below: Please click image for more info at end of description. Smart animal print tortoise like pattern belt bangle expandable bracelet signed: RL, Polo mark and 93 impressed on what appears to be heavily silver plated "belt end metal part". The 93 could be the style #. 5/8" wide and expands to an oval of 2 1/2" across X 2 1/16". If not happy, please exchange.
$10 USPS priority/Ins/Track or free
with USA Ck or USPS MO.
Please collect with confidence after reviewing the doze...
Unusual sterling ring featuring a gemstone quality tiger-eye, which shows incredible fire and graining. The impressive setting holds the large stone, which measures 1 6/8" x 1", high above the finger. Signed "Pinegem Sterling." Approximately size 7. Very good vintage condition with a few minor scuffs to the stone which are only noticeable upon close inspection.