"Prize winning piece which is made of four different metals and two stones" describes this Los Castillo pin in MEXICAN JEWELRY by Davis & Pack, p.188. It also appears on p.187 in WILLIAM SPRATLING and the MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE as "Los Castillo, prize-winning cubist parrot broach". This famous pin was made in Mexico, c.1947. The metals are sterling, brass, copper, and, perhaps pewter. The stones used are black onyx and malachite in matrix...

A 14k twin antique cut diamonds ring pre 1920. This size 7 ring measures 5/16" along the diamonds which are high mounted and claw-set. The antique cut diamonds are approximately 8 points each by gauge and one diamond is white and the other a cinnamon colour. This ring weighs 1.5 grams and it is stamped 14K with an AWA maker's mark. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...

English sterling with floral-design gold overlay pin, Chester, c1900. Hand chased and beautiful, pin measures 1 3/4" by 5/8". Signed "lion passant, Chester symbol, R" and pin is in excellent condition......$9 for insured US shipping.

Handmade post modern sterling pin, c.1970's. The design shows a bending, folding and crumpling of silver sheeting forming an intricate, well designed, constructed and executed piece. Of good size, it measures 2 3/4" by 2 1/2". It is signed "STERLING SANDAGE"(?) and is in excellent condition.....$10 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY tax.

We are offering a rare pre-1948 Bernice Goodspeed necklace that is exceptional in design and in the 104 gram weight of the repousse links. The dimension stands out in the links and also has a presence of just under an inch tall. The earrings are identical in size to the necklace links and are fitted to clip backs which are nice and tight. The patina is natural and warm. When you do not know what to wear grab this one because it goes with literally everything...

Hand wrought, this large, detailed, sterling silver belt buckle was created c.1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hubert Harmon. Measuring 4 1/4" long x 2 1/4" from toe to toe the piece weighs 55 grams. 2 loops on the back measure 1 1/2" across. The smaller loop at the heel is 1 1/8". The design beautifully details the contours and shape of the bottom of a foot and it's toes. The buckle (or pendant if you like) is in excellent condition with a soft aged patina...

Set in white metal panels with scroll edges, the abalone is carved or incised with modified starburst designs, and exhibits beveled edges. The backs have sturdy findings, with no stress or stretching to the metal. Each button measures about ½ inch square.

A huge chain link 800 silver and sterling charm bracelet with 15 charms from the 1970s. This unusual 7-1/2" long bracelet has 1/2" wide solid chain links and it closes with a simple safety loop on the end link which is stamped 800. The charms include: church (with a Lord's Prayer Stanhope viewer), cross/heart/anchor, heart with black enamel center (800 silver, not rhodium plated), cuckoo clock (loose dangling chains/weight), Barrie Minor Hockey Assn...

"The Phoenix Arises" necklace utilizes seven different sizes and colors of stones in the beads,body,and eyes.

This showy pendant measures 3 1/4". It is articulated to move freely with wear. The chain measures 23" from end to end with a manual spring ring clasp. Clean and original and in excellent condition.

Vintage, circa 1960's - 70's, FABULOUS peacock necklace was designed by Erwin Pearl. The chunky gold link necklace features faux plastic lapis and jade accents...

An Art Deco platinum diamond solitaire ring circa 1920s 1930. This elegant diamond is a European brilliant cut, 0.90 carat, VVS-2 clarity, L-M colour. The ring is a size 7-1/2. It is stamped 10% IRID. PLAT. to indicate that 10 per cent of the metal is iridium. This is a great engagement ring choice for those who like clean classic design, and it goes well with any bridal style...

Southwest modernist(in the style of H. Fred Skaggs and Frank Patania) amber and sterling ring and earrings set signed, made in Arizona, c.1960's. The large ring has 4 pieces of amber and is size 8 1/4. The front of the ring measures 1 1/2" long by 7/8" wide...

A wonderfully constructed heavy necklace or collar by Bent Knudsen, (Bent K), Denmark. Shark fin shaped curved links, thick sterling, hook closure. Very Mid Century.

Marked Sterling, Denmark, Bent K. Measures 14 1/8" around and 1/2" at the widest. Can be adjusted with an extender. We can provide an extender on request. Would be best on a slender neck.

Fine condition, has some minor surface scratches.

One of his most iconic designs.

Modernist 14K Gold & Alexandrite Earrings

c.1950s

14K & unnatural alexandrite

Excellent

5/8" x 1/2" each, pierced

Earrings were purchased with a matching pin. The pin was stamped with the Antonio Pineda mark.

Earrings are not marked.

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. From fiery Quetzalcoatls to Egypt's beguiling Cleopatra; from the world of flora and fauna surrounding her all the way bac...

Art Smith modernist sterling necklace and bracelet set w/amethyst

Sterling silver choker and bracelet

Choker measures appx. 3 7/8" x 4" interior diameter

Bracelet measures appx. 2 1/8" x 2 1/8" interior diameter

Large amethyst orb measures 3/4" in diameter

Lot weight - 49 grams

Necklace signed

Excellent vintage condition

The "Silver by Tono" hallmark dates this supremely rare piece 1948-1953. This is a book-piece design, shown on p. 89 of Silver Seduction. Composed of two fuchsia flowers with hand-carved jade along with leaves, the larger flower dangles to allow this pin different looks depending on how the pin is hung. Measures 3 3/8" tall, 2 3/4" wide. Weight is 36.7 grams. Signed and hallmarked "Silver by Tono Mexico", along with the eagle assay 17. Collector quality, in excellent vintage ...

A sterling silver bowling award trophy pendant watch fob dated 1936-1937. This 1" x 5/8" 5 pin bowling award fob was awarded to R. HANNA; it is stamped STERLING, it weighs 4.4 grams, and it is in excellent original condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. We haven't polished this fob as it has a satin finish and is was easier to photograph it unpolished. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage ...

A wonderful, rare sterling silver cuff bracelet by the talented silversmith, Peer Smed. Sterling overlay depicts various floral designs including clover. Measures 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/4" Measures 1 1/2" at the widest. Marked Hand Wrought, Peer Smed and Sterling. Fine condition. Amazing piece of Arts and Crafts silver.