Jan Lohmann modernist sterling silver and lapis bracelet
Denmark
1970
Wearable length - 6 3/4"
Width - 1" to 1 1/2" when top stone is included
This heavy and solid bracelet weighs a hefty 98.50 grams
Marked Denamrk, Lohmann, 925
Very good vintage condition
A rare pair of 18K yellow gold earclips in the Sputnik style by H Stern. The domes are bezel-set with round amethysts, citrines, aquamarines, green and pink tourmalines, and garnets. This design was created in the 1950s to highlight the range of colored gemstones available from the mines of Stern's native Brazil. It later came to be called "Sputnik" for its resemblance to the spiky Soviet satellite launched in 1957...
Adorable cornucopias full of oranges, pears, tomatoes, carrots,leaves and more. Just plain fun. Clips 2" long, 1 1/2" at widest and 3/4" at deepest. Slip on earrings 1 1/4" long, 3/4" wide and 1/2" deep. This set did not pass my Bakelite test, but it may be Bakelite because the test is not fool proof.
This impressive cuff bracelet has a Mexican feel, but is marked only for silver content and the mark includes “Silver,” which could indicate an Asian origin. The design features a recessed and oxidized linear motif with raised dots, and sits comfortably on a wrist measuring 6 ½ inches around the wristbone. The bracelet measures 1 3/8 in. wide, with a 7 ½-inch internal circumference, and a 1-inch separation at the terminals. Weight: 11 grams
Condon Kuhl modernist sterling silver and black cord pendant necklace
Mid 1970's
Pendant - 3 1/2" long x 2 1/4"
Necklace cord measures 20" long extended
Signed on reverse
Very good vintage condition
Comes with original bill of sale
A vintage hand wrought Sterling Silver reticulated floral brooch. Measures 2 3/4" across and 1 1/4" at the widest. Signed Handwrought, Sterling and with an impressed mark that looks like a flower pot. Has a rollover clasp that hold securely. The brooch is thick sterling and curved, not flat. In fine condition with very minor surface wear and a little tarnish. Classic Arts and Crafts period piece.
Danish modernist sterling silver and faceted smokey quartz ring
Mid 20th century
This bold architectural ring is a size 5 1/2
Weight 16.25 grams
Raises 1/2" above the finger
While the artists' mark is obscured, this ring is definitely well designed by one of the leading Danish artisans of the period
Marked 925s, Denmark, with an illegible artist cypher
Very good vintage condition
Michael and Frances Higgins abstract art glass pendant necklace
Mid 20th century
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Pendant - 3 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Suede cord - adjustable
Great vintage condition
The couple began fusing glass in their Chicago apartment by using kilns in their living room...
This Hattie Carnegie gold pearls and enamel Egyptian snake necklace is gold plated base metal, with faux pearls and enamelling. It is unsigned. Circa 1960. It is in excellent condition. It is 16 long from head to tail closed and about 3/4" wide.
A beautiful sterling and turquoise bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. This is a unique design with a center medallion featuring three saw tooth bezel set turquoise. The cuff sides have texturing in the middle, topped with silver dots. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside with an additional 1 1/4" opening , it is 1 1/8" wide and weighs 61 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Frank Patania Sr. came to Santa Fe, N.M. from Italy and opened The Thunderbird Shop in 1927...
A fancy colored brown diamond is the center stone of this ring for a person with discriminating taste. The setting is 14Kt white gold and the 0.40Ct fancy color brown diamond is flanked on either side by three channel set white diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.52Ct. The ring is a size 5 1/2 and it can easily be sized. Sale price on this beauty is $950 from the original $1900.
The gold sheen obsidian in this signed Los Castillo design # 201 is an excellent choice for dressing up in the little black dress or for a more formal occasion as well. Strong, using rivets to form the heavy links built on a curve. A substantial weight of 98 grams further assures it's integrity. The wearable length is 16 inches and the height of the links is 1.25 inches. Rests perfectly on the necklace. No chips, repairs or damage of any kind, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
A vintage sterling silver parure by Margot de Taxco, (Margot Van Voorhies Carr), design number 5127, in a classic design.
Necklace measures 15 3/4" long with the central pendant measuring 1 1/2" high and 2 1/2" across. The central pendant can be detached and worn as a brooch. The pin part is missing and would have to be replaced. The part of the catch that swings over to hold the pin in place is also missing. The necklace has a box clasp that holds securely...
A nice quality pin with a graceful design, set with a dyed blue chalcedony. It is American, with a maker’s mark of conjoined JM for Joseph Masaniello, a New York jewelry artisan who worked during the 1940s and 1950s, and was a friend and contemporary of Carl Ruopoli. The pin is formed as stylized calla lilies and leaves, with vine-like curls. It’s a substantial piece and measures 2 3/4 inches long by 1 1/8 inches wide. Gross weight: 15.8 grams
This is very hard stone of translucent jade carving of Buddhism Symbol, it is old jade carving and very nice piece to make as pendant, the symbol of rope brings peace, happiness and luck, ship worlwide by SAL registered at $10
A patinated hammered copper cuff bracelet with copper wire overlays from the Hungarian Arts Guild. Label is marked with the logo of the Iparmuveszeti Vallalat which was the official state organization of handicrafts by various artisans. Also marked with what appears to be the item number and the price.
Measures approximately 6 1/4" around with an opening of 7/8". Can be adjusted very slightly. Measures about 1 1/4" high...
Early, sweet little ring from Taxco, this pinky is wrought in silver and adorned with what I believe to be an ancient bi-cone stone bead out of which emanate two playful, musical cascabeles. It is not uncommon for vintage Mexican jewelry from the first decades of the country's 20th c. Silver Renaissance to incorporate ancient beads and small artifacts as it was not illegal at the time for individuals to buy and sell them...
A vintage Art Deco gold filled book shaped opening photo locket on chain c1930. The 1" x 7/8" locket is unsigned and it opens to reveal a double sided photo display with two retaining bezels and a couple of instant ancestors...