An authentic ancient rare glass eye bead from east Asia
An Art Deco bracelet set in 14Kt yellow gold decorated by three oval shaped carved jade pieces. The carved jade pieces are prong set in 14Ky gold oval frames and are connected by decorative links. The jade carvings are 13 millimeters wide and their length varies from 19 to 22 millimeters. The total length of the bracelet is 7 1/8”.
A vintage pair of sterling silver Mid Century Modernist screw back earrings by Betty Cooke.
Amoeba shaped, thick sterling. Opposites so frame the face when worn.
Measure about 5/8" long and 5/8" at the widest.
Signed Cooke on the back of each earring.
Have some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Screw backs hold securely.
Finely crafted with a sleek modernist design. Highly sort after studio pieces.
This two headed fish bracelet is an unsigned beauty. The inside diameter is 2 3/8" x 2 1/8". ,P>Reference: Unsigned Beauties of Costume Jewelry identification and values by Marcia "Sparkles" Brown, Collector Books 2002 page 167 top right corner in a different color.
A modernist sterling silver brooch with a black orb by Sigi Pineda. The orb may be onyx.
Measures 2 7/8" long and almost 1/2" at the widest. Marked on the back Sigi Tasco, Hecho en Mexico, Sterling, 81, and Eagle #3. Also marked with what looks like design number 304.
Safety rollover clasp holds securely. In very nice condition. Has a little tarnish and minor surface scratches.
A rare example.
This Julian brooch is 2 3/8" in diameter.
Reference : Juliana Jewelry Reference by Ann Pitman p. 148.
This is an EMERALD DIAMOND PENDANT with a 6.75 CARAT OVAL EMERALD at the Center. Surrounding the EMERALD are 80 Baguette DIAMONDS approximately .02/100 Carats each or 1.60 CARATS of DIAMOND weight.
Set in 18K White Gold and suspended on an 18K White Gold Chain.
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A BEAUTIFUL Piece of Estate Jewelry ca. 1980 to present
Peter Macchiarini modernist sterling, bronze and copper brooch
c. 1950
California
3" x 3"
Marked MACCHIARINI
Very good vintage condition
A stunning pair of Victorian 14K gold, onyx and pearl earrings fashioned as onyx leaves or teardrops with gold and pearl lily-of-the-valley appliques. The scrolled surmounts are also accented with seed pearls. The pearls have nice luster and iridescence. The earrings have a lot of movement when being worn The wires are likely a later replacement and are marked “14K.
Origin: America, ca. 1870. Condition: excellent, no chips or cracks...
This interesting sterling silver ring features an organic, bark-like surface that extends practically all the way around the band. It is marked for sterling, and shows some pitting on the interior from the casting process. The ring measures about ½ inch at the widest area; it is a size 8. Weight: 9.8 grams
Unusual Victorian silver plate walnut box motif scent holder with good luck charms, comprised of a hinged intricate designed walnut with a wishbone on a chain hanging from one side. The box opens to reveal a white metal double-sided picture locket and a loose seal having a horseshoe and nail motif, unmarked but of English origin, circa 1860-1900; Measurement- 1 3/4 inches long x 1 1/2 inches diameter; Condition-Very good with missing scent bottle and bracket, wear to silver plate.
Sleek modernism and heavy sterling combine in this Sigi Pineda bracelet which seems to be one of the maestro’s earlier creations and a relatively harder piece to find as well. Perfect finishing, generous weight, a blissful marriage of glistening silver and dark oxidation and inspired design, all features that make Sigi jewelry exceptional can be seen at work here. What a beauty indeed… The bracelet has a 6 3/4” inner circumference (clasped)and its width varies between 1 1/16″ and 5/8"...
A unique 14Kt yellow gold and diamond heart necklace is set with 12 full cut diamonds. The solid gold heart has a beaded design and slides on a 16” long 14Kt yellow gold chain. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.30Ct.
Very large vintage brooch in the form of an articulated fish, with brilliant crystal colorless stones and red stones as eyes. Marked FRANCE. C. 1950 or 1960; possibly a Roger Jean Pierre
piece. All stones are prong set. With a French trombone clasp. The metal is silvertone.
Great size -- 5 1/4 inches long and just under 2 inches wide. Excellent condition. All stones are
bright. There is a tiny darkened area at each tip of the tail but this is not noticeable at a short distance...
A magnificent and generously-sized Essex crystal set in a 14K yellow gold brooch and pendant mounting. The reverse carved crystal depicts a marshland scene with a group of ducks taking flight from a fox that has invaded their nesting ground. The scene is painted in the most delicate shades that aptly fit the fineness of the carving. The brooch is backed with mother-of-pearl that provides a distinctive luminosity to the scene...
A very pretty pair of Victorian earrings fashioned as lapis lazuli orbs suspended from 14K gold caps decorated with Etruscan beading and rope-twist motifs. The lapis has a beautiful deep violet-blue color of near-Afghan quality with just a small amount of white calcite. The ear wires appear to be original. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
This Cadoro (or Hollywood Stars) brooch pin is 2 1/4" x 2 3/4" . It appears to be in mint condition. There are faux black coral all the way aournd. All are in tact. No missing or broken pieces. This item is in excellent vintage condition. It is hallmarked "Cadoro" on the back.
Cadoro Inc. NY was founded by Actor Steve Brody and Dan Staneskieu in 1945...
A nice pair of Art Deco cufflinks, the faces fashioned from carved rectangular plaques of strongly-colored chrysoprase with faceted edges. The stones have nice translucency. The faces are attached by solid connectors to the heavy bar backs. The backs are marked “14K”.
Origin: America, ca. 1930. Condition: excellent. Size: 5/8” x 1/2". Weight: 5.5 grams.