This whimsical silver pin, possibly formed as a French horn, features a bell made of amber. The amber is in very nice condition, without scratches or wear. There are silver marks on the pin stem that look to be Russian, but they aren’t clear enough for a definite identification. The rollover clasp is very secure, and tests for silver, as does the pin stem. The pin measures about 2 inches long, from the mouthpiece to the bell, and 1 1/8 inches wide. Gross weight: 11 grams
A vintage sterling silver traditional cross on a 20" later sterling silver rope chain with a lobster claw clasp. The cross measures 2-1/4" x 1-5/8", and is stamped and tests as .925/sterling silver. The chain is stamped 925 and Italy. This necklace weighs a substantial 22.9 grams and it is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Eigil Jensen for Anton Michelsen modernist sterling silver necklace
Denmark
1960s
This stunning sterling necklace features 26 three sided links with alternating washes of rose, gold, and darkened patina strung on a sterling chain
Length - 16"
Width - 5/8"
Weight - a substantial 83+ grams
Hallmarked AM, EJ, sterling, Denmark
Excellent vintage condition
This simple but sophisticated ring features a lovely, polished dyed blue chalcedony is securely prong set in a sterling silver mount. The setting displays openwork shoulders with light embossing. The inside of the band is marked sterling and shows an unidentified maker’s mark. The stone exhibits no scratches or other signs of wear. The stone measures stone 7/8 inch long by 5/8 inch wide. The ring is a size 5 ¼.
This is truely a "rare" mystical dragon brooch and/ or pendant by Cyvra. This is the design she made for Oleg Cassini.
It is a dramatic gold tone dragon with pave set rhinestones in varaious colors.
Cyvra Jewelers of topanga ( Cy & Vero Wood) teamed with Oleg Cassini to create a unique line of high fashion jewelry. It is hallmarked with Cyrva and 1964. Very detailed.
This dragon is 2" square. Fantastic condition.
A sassy dragon curled around a large amethyst-colored brilliant (yes, it’s glass) hides the hook that turns this into a watch pin. He has a dark red cabochon eye (probably also glass) and a colorless brilliant in his mouth. The pin is unmarked and is 1” by ¾” in size. The metal is vermeil (gold over silver). A round hinge and eared clasp suggest an age of late 1800s or early 1900s, but the exact age is unknown.
Whoooo wouldn’t love this tres chic 1960’s owl brooch in 18 karat yellow gold? The little scamp perches on a branch decorated with a ruby and five diamonds and winks at you with natural ruby eyes. The brooch measures more than 1 ½ inches tall and 1 inch wide at the widest point and has a total of approximately 0.20 carats in diamonds. Don’t let it fly away!
This lovely brooch / pin has a diameter of 1 1/4". The faceted, purple stone is bezel set, with a nice circle design. The back is marked STERLING DANECRAFT (with an encircled "R" (for Registered Trademark). Danecraft began making Georg Jensen, Danish inspired die-stamped copies of Jensen's jewelry.
This piece is in excellent condition.
One of the best Sigi Pineda's for a collection is this outstanding bracelet of silver brushed "pearls" and a concave black niello background that goes half the way around. Sigi's silver brushed pearl look was achieved by making a cutting of a tight spiral onto the bead balls. It is evident in the close up photography. From a look to your arm when worn it gives a satin finish effect. The quality of the thickness of the silver and bead work shows off the heft of 80 grams...
The tiny, engraved diamond and cross motif gives this bracelet a rich yet delicate look. The 14kt gold surface exhibits no wear and is enhanced by undecorated sterling bands at the hinge and terminals. The hinge is spring-loaded, and snaps securely back into place; there is a hinged safety catch for extra security. The bangle dates 1950s or 1960s, and is marked 925+1/2014KAU, indicating the industry standard for gold-filled jewelry of 1/20 gold content over sterling silver...
Jane Wiberg modernist sterling silver and shaped amethyst quartz ring
Denmark
Mid 20th century
Size - 7 1/2
Weight - 13 grams
Marked Jane Wiberg, Handmade, Danish Silver, 925s
Very good vintage condition
Rare and beautiful 970 silver and aventurine bracelet by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda.This is a wonderful mid-century design, one that I have not seen before. Measuring 7" aroung in the inside when closed, it is 1" wide in the center and gradually tapers to the back. Hinged and opens and closes in the back with a push in clasp and original safety chain. Weighing 73 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed with the Antonio crown, eagle 208 JCL Taxco and 970 as shown in the photo...
Very modern mid century cufflinks cuff links marked 980, MARGARITA TAXCO MEXICO Sterling, a listed silversmith. Just under 20 Grams!,
1 X 3/4" X just under 3/8". Mid century styling. The flip mountings are a bit wavy, priced accordingly, yet work just fine and your jeweler could buff these nicely for you...
Being offered is a rare and fine circa 1963 sterling silver brooch by Sigfrido ‘SIGI’ Pineda of Taxco, Mexico.
Modern boomerang design with an oxidized background; and non faceted amethyst stone. Sigi, cousin of Los Castillo founder, Antonio Castillo, spent years working with Los Castillo, Salvador Teran, Felipe Martinez, and
Margot de Taxco before opening his own shop in 1952. Dimensions: 2 1/2" x 1 3/8". Marked. In excellent condition.
This great, large Taxco Mexico mod pendant / brooch measures 3" x 2 1/8". It has a cool geo shape with three dangles. It is sterling silver with inlaid azur-malachite: blues and greens. The back is signed with all hallmarks: STERLING TAXCO, AC, Cecilia in script, HECHO EN MEXICO, Tono in script and numbered 80. This lovely, colorful pendant and/or pin in excellent condition.
These cufflinks produced by Antonio Pineda are elegant and very classy. Obsidian and silver cylinders side by side measure 15/16" x 5/8". T-backs are tight and snappy. Signed and hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown, 970, and the eagle assay 17. Weight is 21.2 grams. In excellent vintage condition.
Cubist dimensional design ruby 18K earrings by Galle, France. Of good weight, the pair weighs 18 grams and each measures 1 14" tall by 1 1/4" wide. Very unusual, artful and in excellent condition.......$30 for insured US shipping.
Here is an elegant ring featuring six faceted pieces of smoky quartz mounted in a star-shaped sterling silver setting. A central silver star sits at the top. The band is marked sterling, and the stones show no signs of wear. The ring is sized 5 ¾; it sits 5/8 inch high.