Iconic pair of vintage, handmade sterling silver pins or brooches designed and signed circa 1930 by Taxco and Mexico City artist Frederick W. Davis(1880-1961). Each pin measures 2 1/4" high. The pair weigh 37 grams, 1.03 oz. Each pin is signed on the back with the Fred Davis conjoined FD, SILVER, MADE IN MEXICO. Both in beautiful condition. Early C clasp pin backs are tight and secure...
Hand chased with design from the Mayan glyphs this Casa Prieto bracelet is stunning on. The weight is 84 grams heavy and is 1.25in. tall. The silver is thick and adding a modernist machine age look is the intentional super thick rings that attach the links. Condition is without damage of any kind and collector quality..
An attractive pair of mid-20th century cufflinks in 800 silver, the square faces set with faceted plaques of synthetic green spinel in a dark olive green color. The rich color of the gemstones contrasts nicely with the silver borders. Solid bridges connect to the toggle backs enhanced with line engraving. The bridges are marked “800” and have an unidentified maker’s mark.
Origin: Continental Europe, ca. 1960. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 11/16” x 11/16”...
A hand carved figure of the Buddha, possibly in bone, but more likely ivory (the typical graining is not visible, but the colour and feel are correct - graining may only be visible under the gold) mounted in an 18k yellow gold setting. Dating to the 1960s, this 1" high pendant or charm features the carving with a gold loop and base. The loop has a maker's mark and the base has the Italian 750 84 H gold mark...
A signed ORIGINAL BY ROBERT 3-7/8 x 2-1/2" large green enamel flower pin c1950s-60s. This gold plated pin has a safety clasp, and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of edge chipping to the enamel and a spot of loss on one leaf. 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. Small packet air shipping to the U.S...
A nice quality and attractive 17-3/8" gold filled necklace with a central 1-1/8" drop and complete with cultured pearls. The pearls measure from 6-7 mm. and this unsigned necklace has a springring clasp. The spring ring is stamped 1/20 18K GF, and this necklace is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
A superb quality, finely detailed 3-1/8 x 2" gilt brass sash pin with a green crystal faceted stone c1900. This unsigned brooch has the original c-clasp, and the gold plating is completely intact. This late Victorian beauty is in excellent 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 signs of gentle use...
This spectacular sterling silver and shell cuff was designed circa 1950's by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. The cuff measures 1 1/2" at the widest point in the center front. It has a 1 3/8" gap opening and a wearable length of up to a 6 3/4" wrist. The deep brown and pale golden shell inlay is held in place by silver rivets. Exquisite condition with no cracks or chips. Signed on the reverse WILLIAM SPRATLING TAXCO MEXICO with the eagle assay mark #30...
Tapio Wirkkala Silver Moon modernist pendant and chain
Finland
1972
2.5" diameter
Markings pictured
Very good vintage condition
This bird carrying this Crosby lapel watch has tons of rhinestones and enameling. The watch ticks but it will not run all day.Some of the rhinestones have darkened with age.
Dimensions: 2 3/4" x 2"
Hallmark: D C Creations on back of watch
These Coro enamel parakeets on floral branches duette is rhodium plated base metal, with rhinestones, and enameling.
Hallmarked duette frame is pat no 1798867.
Circa 1941
sterling vermeil with a green rhinestone collar and clear rhinestone set cuffs and instrument.
Manufactured by Goldseal MFG for Urie Mandle Co.
Designer: Murray Slater, patent 146752 in 1947.
Ref: American Costume Jewelry by Carla and Robert Brunialti p 240.
Dimensions: 2 3/4" x 2"
Hallmarks: NONE- The two buttons for signature seem to be there but I cannot read anything on them. All of the pieces that I have had have been sterling, so I am assuming that this one is also.
A repousse bracelet worked with great skill and signed JVE. A nice size being 1.25in. wide and approximately 40 grams of heavy repousse. The length is 7.25in. of comfort with no damage. The floral motif is on a thick silver base.
A delicate trace link gold chain with faceted synthetic amethysts and freshwater pearls. The four stones are collet-set with open back. There is a slight blemish on the table of one amethyst and the chain may have been shortened. The pearls are not perfectly matched and show light wear. Marked 15c on the spring clasp. Both chain and settings are guaranteed gold. Length 22" ~ weight 6.8 grams.
A cool and vintage 1920s-30s Banff Alberta Canada souvenir ski poles sterling silver pin. This 2 x 1" pin has excellent detail and it is stamped STERLING BMCo (for Breadner Manufacturing Company). It weighs 6.6 grams, it has a safety clasp, and 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...
Gilt metal and carved bakelite to mimic imitation ivory.
Condition: Excellent
Dimensions: 3 1/2" x 2 1/4"
Hallmarked: Hattie Carnegie in an oval cartouche
Dimensions: 1 5/8" square
Hallmark: Sterling, CoroCraft with Pegasus
Dimensions: 2 3/8" x 9/16"
Hallmarked: Mazer