Two charming blue kittens and their toy ball on a pin in matte enamel on copper. Unmarked, in the style of Perli, well-known producer of enamel jewelry in postwar Germany. Length "2 ¼ / 6.2 cm. Condition: fine.
A vintage 1960s-70s sterling silver 1-1/4 x 5/8" (including bale) book style engraved photo locket on an 18-1/4" fine link sterling chain with a springring clasp. The locket has a textured and engraved roses motif on the front and it has two bezels and windows for photos on the interior. It weighs 8.4 grams, the chain is stamped 925 ITALY and the locket is stamped STERLING SILVER K&L (for Kordes & Lichtenfels, Germany)...
An estate diamond eternity band that is in new like condition and set with 28 full-cut great quality diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.95Ct. The band is a size 6 ¼ and it CAN NOT be sized.
Elegant and "quiter" than most Matilde Poulat jewelry, this early repousse bracelet by the big maestra exhibits nonetheless all the attributes Matl's work is avidly sought after and venerated for. Repoussage that creates a body with impeccable texture and perfect finishing, a gorgeous golden sheen obsidian cabochon and, of course, the Mexico City style silver-work which to me represents Mexico's Arts and Crafts movement...
Wind up watch measures 1 1/4" diameter. Signed" Georg Jensen Torun Denmark Stainless 225". Watch does not wind , but can set time. Otherwise excellent condition. Sterling 30" chain is signed "Georg Jensen 925S 985. Chain is in excellent condition. $35 for insured US shipping.
Beautiful modernist hand made 14k ring of a sculptural dimensional face/profile. Signed "14k" stylized "e" or "he". Looks like the later Hector Aguilar mark. Large scale, measures 1 1/4" long by 7/8" wide and is size 9 3/4. Heavy weight at 18 gms. Excellent condition. WORK OF ART.....$65 for insured US shipping.
A stunning vintage Native American Squash Blossom necklace, a timeless piece of jewelry that embodies the rich cultural heritage and artistry of the Native American people.
Crafted from high-quality sterling silver and turquoise, the necklace features a series of intricately designed squash blossom motifs, a symbol deeply rooted in Native American tradition
The turquoise stone is revered in Native American culture for its spiritual significance and healing properties...
A 10k yellow gold blue sapphire and diamonds ring from the 1970s. This size 6-1/4 ring features a deep blue oval sapphire surrounded by ten 2 point diamonds in a 3/8 x 3/8" setting. This ring weighs 2.6 grams, it is stamped EMIL 10K and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, 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 lovely lady is made from 14k gold (there is a partial mark, so we tested it to be sure). Her face is framed by a stylized shell motif, and she has flowers and a diamond in her upswept hair, as well as another diamond nestled in her décolletage. This watch pin or brooch is of hollow construction, and weighs 4.7g. It measures 1” x 1-1/4”. The pin stem assembly is original...
Doris Silver was a shop in Taxco during the Spratling era. She offered her space to craftsmen to produce quality and stunning jewels. This necklace is very heavy repousse with a wearable 17in. long with it's widest point being 7/8th in. The patina is naturally dark and thick. The design is floral with twisting and turning vines. Hidden within is a drop of 2.5in. across and 2 in. tall. I have never seen another like this one. No damage, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
This is quite an unusual 14Kt white gold filigree oval shell cameo broach / pendant depicting a bust of a lady with a diamond necklace. The 43 X 33 millimeter oval shell cameo is set in a 14Kt white gold filigree frame with flower designs and enhanced by four emeralds. The broach also has a fold down bail that makes the piece double as a pendant. The overall measurements of the broach is 2” high and 1 ½” wide.
Two pairs of sterling silver modernist abstract dangle earrings by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. Can buy each pair individually or both pairs.
The first pair look like stylized commas. They are opposites so frame the face when worn. They measure 1" long and 1/2" at the widest. Have the stylized 'phyllis' hallmarks on the back of both dangles and sterling on the back of the screw backs.
Screw backs hold securely...
A beautiful tufa cast ring with mosaic inlay of various stones including turquoise and coral by Harold Lovato of Santo Domingo Pueblo. This ring is a size 6 3/4 and measures 1 1/8" long and 7/8" wide. Weighing 11 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Active from the 70's until his death in 1997, Harold Lovato designs are always unique and interesting.
Ron Pearson modernist sterling silver ring
1950s
Size 5 1/2
Weight - 10.6 grams
Unique biomorphic form
Marked Pearson, sterling
Excellent vintage condition
Gorgeous period art nouveau sheath with nude woman playing the harp sitting in the ocean waves with birds flying above by Unger Brothers, Newark, c.1905. The sheath probably held and can hold a comb, nail file, etc. and measures 3 7/8" long by 13/16" wide and the opening is 1/8" thick(so item should be a bit thinner) by 3/4" long. The design goes all the way around including the narrow edges. It is signed "UB STERLING 925 FINE UB" and is in very good condition...
Antique vintage Victorian assorted collection of goldstone antique buttons. Some signed while others may be paperweight or Leo Poppers - please view all images for complete descriptions and dimensions. Also a circa 1880 Victorian 3 1/8" sash ornament C catch pin brooch with three deeply saturated sparkly copper aventurine art glass cabs and open work applied on pinched arts crafts oval base. Also view dozens of assorted buttons divided into various lots - includes an R...
An incredibly detailed sterling silver pin depicting a boxer dog. The workmanship is simply outstanding, with every tiny detail of the dog’s fur, wrinkles, etc. fully worked in this deeply three-dimensional brooch. The back is hallmarked “Ballou Sterling”. B. A. Ballou was founded in Providence, RI in the 1870s.
Origin: America, ca. 1920. Size: 1-7/8” x 2-3/16”. Weight: 40.9 gr.
Ottaviani sterling and enamel necklace.
16" outstretched, pendant - 2 1/2" x 1 5/8".
Condition - very good.
Art Smith modernist copper and brass brooch
1950
3 1/8" x 2 1/4"
Impressed signature on verso
Very good vintage condition retaining original patina
This intricately engraved citrine ring dates to about 1900. It is beautifully made and is in very good condition. The stone is a lovely shade and quite clear. It has a few inclusions proving it is a natural stone. It is currently a size 7 and weighs 11.6 grams.
A 14k cultured pearls leaves pin. This great looking and classy 1-5/8" x 1" textured 14K gold brooch has seven 5mm. genuine cultured pearls c1950. This 14k solid gold pin (unmarked but tested and guaranteed to be gold) has a safety catch, the pearls have nice deep pinkish lustre, it weighs 6.4 grams, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Stunning American Edwardian platinum brooch, ca 1900. Barbell form with cylindrical pipe opal. Ends encrusted with rose-cut diamonds. Excellent condition.
Length: 2 1/8 in. #1197
C. Leslie Smith modernist sterling silver earrings
American modernist
1950s
1" x 7/8"
These solid and well crafted earrings weight 12.50 grams
Marked sterling and hallmarked on verso
Very good vintage condition
Kundan Diamond and green enamel pendant in 20k gold , 5 diamonds mostly in cognac color the back with nice enamel work making it a versatile piece of jewelry. Size 3/4" by over 1/2" weight 8g
A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver brooches in boomerang patterns by Hans Hansen, Denmark designed by Bent Gabrielsen. One brooch is also marked with the dotted oval mark of Georg Jensen. Can be purchased individually or as a pair.
The dually signed brooch measures 3" across, and 3/4" wide. Weighs 13 Gr.
Marked with the conjoined HaH, 925S, Denmark and Georg Jensen in a dotted oval.
Rollover clasp holds securely. Has minor surface scratches and some tarnish...
A sterling silver modernist link bracelet by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. Has two layers of sterling with darkened areas for an interesting effect. Measures 6 3/4" long and 3/4" at the widest. Has both the phyllis and stylized 'p' hallmarks and sterling. Hook closure. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Better for a smaller wrist although an extender could be added. Classic Phyllis design.
This design number 5231 is an abstract work that matches with the swans collection by Margot Van Voohies. Her work is always quality, thick repousse. The height is 1.25in. and 7/8th's wide. Collector quality without a doubt and with a big presence. No damage.
This light blue V-shaped necklace is gold tone metal with an abundance of clear, pronged, pave rhinestones and dangling marquise-shaped blue crystals...
Moonstone cabochons are bezel-mounted within oval onyx panels sitting in silver linked frames. All stones are very secure; one moonstone has a crack down the center that isn’t highly visible but can be felt by running a fingernail over it. The moonstones exhibit a milky quality with some blue highlights.The bracelet has a new sterling silver spring-ring clasp. The bracelet is unmarked, but the bezel mounts around the onyx panels test positively for silver. It measures about 7 ¾ inches long, i...
A vintage hand wrought sterling silver necklace with an Arts and Crafts feel by the well known Boston silversmith, Ella Cone, comprised of linked curls and leaves. Has her exceptional signature flat clasp.
Measures 15" long. Flat clasp is extremely secure. Takes a little effort to learn how to use it. Marked Sterling, XTO, and Ella L. Cone on the back of the clasp. Has a little tarnish and minor surface scratches. Has a very hand made feel, no two links are exactly alike. Weighs 55 gr...
Modernist sterling stylized leaf pin made by Caroline Gleick Rosene, California jeweler, c.1950s. The pin is in excellent condition and measures 3" x 1 3/8".
Period arts & crafts hand made silver and copper mixed metals cuff and earrings set, c.1918. Set includes HUGE cuff measuring 3" WIDE with an 8" inside diameter including the 2" opening. Screwback earrings measure 1 1/8" square. The design on both consists of a copper body with silver dots of various sizes applied to the copper. The cuff has a classic silver arts & crafts design applied to the copper at the open ends(see photo of cuff). Set is unsigned and handmade. Condition is a bit rough as ...
This is an eye catching vintage set of 18K yellow gold and diamond oval shaped bean back cufflinks in the Victorian style, with beautiful paisley repousse design, C. 1900, unmarked but tests 18K. Weight: 4.3g: Size: 5/8" x 1/2"; Excellent condition
Don't let this great Retro bow pin get away! Dating from the 1940's or the early 1950's, this cute piece is crafted from 14Kt pink and yellow gold. Tailored and elegant, it would look fabulous on any dress or lapel. It measures 2 5/8" across. At this affordable price, it would fit most everyone's Holiday budget (and top their wish list, too)!
A vintage silver, probably sterling, brooch with a carved carnelian cabochon. Measures 2" long and 1 1/2" across. Marked with what looks like the stylized initials 'ES'. The cabochon has 5 small drilled holes. We are not sure what the purpose was. Has a 'C' clasp that holds securely. Has a little tarnish. Very pretty design.
A rare and very interesting pair of flip-up stirrup cufflinks in 14K yellow gold by Carrington. Each end of the connectors are fitted with a green nephrite jade cabochon. This style was popularized by Cartier, and this is the only we’ve seen by the great American maker, Carrington. The use of nephrite is most unusual, as well, instead of the more common onyx or dark blue sapphire. Each cufflink is stamped with Carrington’s 14K hallmark.
Origin: America, ca. 1930. Condition: excellent,...
This is a 14K Yellow Gold Ahshbard & Grosch Necklace from a Maryland Estate. 77 Grams 16.5" Long. Diamonds & Semi Precious Stones set in to the Bar at the Bottom with a Naturalistic Look. Posted here as we need designer pieces for Buyers. Contact us with what you may have to Sell: 301 942 0936
Marci Zelmanoff mixed metals sterling brooch/pendant
1979
2" x 1 1/4"
Marked on verso
Very good vintage condition
Finely detailed, this vintage 1940's Los Castillo brooch measures 3 1/4" H. X 2 1/2" & weighs 45 grams. Both pinback and safety catch are in perfect working order. The piece carries the 1940's Los Castillo linear hallmarks along with the taller's eagle 15 assay mark. Beautiful condition and patina. Truly a wearable work of art.
Sterling chain bracelet with center walnut and sterling section, c.1970's. Measures 8" long and center piece is 1 1/4" wide by 9 16" wide. Bracelet is of good weight(60dwt) and is in excellent condition. It is signed "HK STERLING". Good looking design....$8 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NYS sales tax.
Very unique ring by Sam Kramer, the 1950s New York based jeweler whose "expressive, organic work and surreal workshop, located on West 8th Street in New York's Greenwich Village, paved the way for other mid-twentieth century metalsmiths, and for many more working today" (Toni Greenbaum). I believe this might have been a custom piece made for a musician, as I can't find anything quite like it in the literature or online. This figural representation of a stylized violin has scale, measuring 1.25...
These great cuff links display a Modernist and American Studio design: textures, craters and "dimples."
The face measures 7/8" x 3/4". They are circa 1950's - 1960's. They have hinged, bullet toggles and are in excellent condition.
Circa mid-century, this Los Castillo bracelet is a book-piece design, known as "Fish in Waves".
Entirely hand-wrought, with amazing detail which is second to none, this bracelet is composed of eight copper domes., each with applied silver work of two fish swimming in the waves, with their tails wrapping around the sides.
Measures a closed, wearable length of 6 3/4", and a width of 3/4". Closure is a "J" hook and eye. Original safety chain attached.
Weighs 46.6 g...
This is a Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring retro era ca. 1950 - 1975 with a .60 carat diamond center ~ major diamond. That .60 Ct Stone is vs1 vs2 HI color & european cut. There are 2 addtional diamonds on each side & two Rubies on each side. Those accenting precious stones add another .10 Carat to .12 Carat
Gem Weight. The Platinum mounting is a Size 6
.... Try on this great Ring in Kensington, md 20895
This Victorian-style ring has a Gothic design sensibility. The elaborate prongs set off the large iolite (approx. 2 ct.) very nicely, and it includes 4 small single cut accent diamonds. The setting measures 7/8” north to south, and 3/4” east to west. Approximately size 8-1/2. It is marked 14k, the setting is rose gold and the shank is yellow gold. The stones are in excellent condition. The photos are part of the description; please examine them carefully. Thanks! We do lay-away. Shipping, ...
A modernist pendant necklace by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia in sterling silver.
Marked with the Lapponia Hallmark, 925, Finnish silver standard mark, date code, and scales mark. Also marked for Lapponia on the chain. Pendant measures 3/4" long and 1" across. Chain measures 15 1/2" long. An extender can be added if needed. Has a hook closure that holds securely. Very nice condition, surface shows some minor scratches and a little wear. Has some tarnish.
Wonderful example of Scandina...
This American flag pin with Pole and Halyard is made of gold tone base metal with prong set rhinestones. It is in excellent condition. 1 7/8" tall by 1" wide.
This is a regal pair of Victorian 14K yellow gold and amethyst handcrafted cufflinks, the rectangular faces each set with a beautiful oval amethyst with nice color and clarity. The stones are encased in stippled gold and framed with a twisted rope border. One bean back engraved with the name Hazel, the other Bill. Weight: 8.5g; Size: 7/8" x 5/8"; Condition: Excellent
This bar pin is an original period piece from the 1920’s. The top is made of 14Kt white gold and the bottom is yellow gold. The open filigree work is typical of the above mentioned period. The center of the design is enhanced by an approximately 0.08Ct full cut diamond. The length of the pin is 2 3/8” and the width is ¼”. The clasp is clearly marked 14Kt incorporated into the maker’s mark.
Rare sterling modernist choker necklace by Sigi, c.1952. Extremely heavy, it weighs 5 troy oz(150 gms)and is in excellent condition. The concave necklace houses graduated dimensional silver balls going around the entire piece. Sigi opened his PLATEROS shop in 1952, and one rarely sees the PLATEROS mark. The necklace is signed "PLATEROS TAXCO MEXICO STERLING #17 bellmark-can't read". The choker measures 14" around and is for a small neck. Wonderfully designed and unusual piece of modernism......$...
A fantastic sterling and azur-malachite necklace and matching earrings by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma. Known for his impeccable technique of fusing stone with silver, this set is a fine example of his craftsmanship.The color of the stones is a beautiful mottled green and blue blend. Fine vintage condition, the necklace measures 17 1/4" end to end and is 1/2" wide in the front. The earrings are posts for pierced ears that have been professionally changed from screw backs. They are 1 3/4" lo...
Modernist abstract sterling silver and pearl ring
1970
European origin
Size 7 1/2
Front measures just under 1 1/2" tall
Weight - 10.71 grams
Marked 925
Very good vintage condition
A lovely 18K yellow gold, diamond and ruby love pendant ("medille d'amour") with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") a line from a love poem written by Rosemonde Gérard to her husband Edmond Rostand (author of "Cyrano de Bergerac") in 1889. The word "plus" is symbolized by a plus sign set with rose cut diamonds and the word "moins" is symbolized by a minus sign set with rectangular cut synthetic rubies.
In 1907, the Lyonnais jewel...
A lovely pair of 18K yellow gold dome earrings studded with bezel-set tourmaline, topaz, garnet, citrine and aquamarine. This style was popularized by H Stern in the 1950’s and was used to show off the variety of gemstones available from the company’s native Brazil. Due to its spiky appearance, the design was eventually called “Sputnik”. The style was mostly used for rings, but also for pendants, charms and earrings. Earrings are quite uncommon. The earrings retain the original post...
Lovely sterling silver brooch worked in soft white guilloche enamel and featuring a painted enamel bouquet of blue gentians. The workmanship is very fine. The back is marked "S925S" and retains the original c-clasp which indicates an early date.
Origin: Scandinavia, probably Denmark, circa 1920. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 1-5/8" diameter. Weight: 14.5 grams.
American Modernist Bronze Vintage Abstract Ring
Carl Tasha - signed
c.1970s
Excellent condition
size 6
front - 1 3/8" x 1"
A fabulous vintage Chinese sterling bracelet with large jade cabochons and beautifully detailed figural decorations executed in a layered shadowbox technique, with an openwork panel over a backing panel. Each of the four figures are different. Marked MADE IN CHINA in a diamond shaped cartouche, with an illegible word before the word China. Tests positive for sterling silver. Circa 1900 - 1930. Very substantial at 3.1 ounces/88 grams and drapes beautifully because of its weight. With a slide...
A 14k diamond and two opals row ring circa 1890 1900. This antique size 3-3/4 or 3.75 yellow gold ring features a central 10 point (by gauge) antique brilliant cut diamond flanked by two similar size opal cabochon gems. The diamond has a lovely clarity, and the opals have blue coloration with orange flash. The setting measures 7/16 x 1/8", it is faintly stamped 14K KENTS (a Canadian jewellery chain) and it weighs 2.2 grams. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, cor...
Calling all equestrians! The ultimate accessory for your riding outfit is this 18Kt gold riding crop and stirrup bar-pin from the 1920-s. The length of the pin is 2" and at the widest part measures 5/8".
An elegant round bangle bracelet in 14K gold, the front set with three sapphires separated by natural baroque pearls. The gold is delicately pierced in a lattice pattern at the back and sides and in a floral pattern at the front. The sapphires have a very attractive violetish-blue color. Stamped with Alling’s hallmark.
- Origin: America, ca 1905
- Condition: very good, a small ding on the back side
- Dimensions: width 1/4" tapering to 6/32” at the back; circumference, 7.87...