Unique "handmade" 14k and red-brown pop jasper modernist "bird" pin/pendant, c.1950's. Unusual hand cut amorphous bird design, or just amorphous, around which holds a large(1 1/8" by 13/16")red-brown pop jasper stone spotted with red, black, and yellow shapes. This stone is gorgeous! Of good size and very heavy weight(27 GRAMS), the pin measures 2 1/4" by 1 7/8" and is signed "HANDMADE". In excellent condition and was originally made as a pendant. A pin lock was added later...
This is an Diamond Engagement Ring with an Antique half carat old Mine Cut Diamond. From a Maryland Estate the Diamond specifics are as follows: .50 Carats; SI1 Clarity; HI Color; Old Mine Cut. Set in a six prong yellow gold mounting ca. 1900 - 1920.
A variation of Antonio's amethyst cluster necklaces that doesn't come up often, this modernist dream is wrought in Pineda's signature fine, .970 alloy and adorned with richly colored stones. The renowned Taxco designer plays with a-symmetry here as the necklace's focal point, the stylized amethyst floral cascade, reaches out from the back of the neck and unfolds itself on its right side instead of occupying the center front...
A stunning enameled 14K yellow gold pendant/brooch and matching earrings by Krementz. The flowers and leaves are expertly worked in the iridescent translucent enamel characteristic of the best pieces from Newark. The violets are centered with small pearls. The pendant/brooch is stamped with Krementz' 14K mark.
- Origin: America, ca. 1915
- Condition: excellent, no enamel damage
- Dimensions: brooch, 1-7/16" x 1-7/16"; earrings, 1-3/8" long from top of wire x 3/4"...
A fine pair of 14K yellow gold cufflinks, the faces shaped as a convex curve of gold flanked on either side by square cut natural rubies. The superbly-matched rubies have excellent color and clarity, with no indications of heat or other treatment. The nature of the microscopic inclusions suggests Burma as the region of origin. We have seen a duplicate pair of these cufflinks, except set with sapphires, that were signed "Cartier NY"...
Being offered is a circa 1964 .970 silver (better than sterling which is 925 parts silver per 1000 parts) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, attractive modernist piece comprising rectangular domed silver links with alternating bezel set tiger's eye cabochons; tongue and box clasp with security chain. Dimensions wearable 6 1/2"; 3/4" at its widest. Marked. In excellent condition. Nice heavy weight, Pineda the silver master! Do you have a copy of the UCLA Fowler Museum Pineda catalog?
An exquisitely made antique platinum diamond and ruby ring that is centered by an 8 X 6 mm oval cabochon natural ruby which has the approximate weight of 1.0 Ct. The center stone is surrounded by twelve old-mine diamonds with the approximate total weight of 0.60 Ct. The top of the ring measures 13 X 11 mm.
This is a fine quality carved jade pendant with 18Kt yellow gold finding. The intricately carved 1 ½” wide pendant has the height of 2 ½” including the 18Kt gold bail. The thickest part of the pendant is 6 ½ millimeters. (Approximately ¼”)
Rare offering:Coveted aesthetic movement flora and fauna theme showing sterling dimensional beetle on a leaf pin, by George Shiebler, New York, 1880. This beautiful piece has a slight gold wash on the leaf highlighting the silver beetle and measures 2 1/4" wide by 2 1/8" wide. It is signed "Shiebler mark STERLING 1416" with original Shiebler locking device. Excellent condition except for tiny 1/8" antenna missing, which can be replaced.....$16 for USA insured shipping & applicable NY tax.
Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1935 sterling silver arm bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. A very early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought panels that wrap from the wrist to the arm using a 7 clasps mechanism. Dimensions: bracelet starts at 6 1/4 inches and goes up the arm to 8 1/4 inches. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition. Excellent weight. Truly an amazing bracelet!
A classic design that gives a tailored look to this 18Kt yellow gold men’s ring which is centered by an approximately 0.30 Ct brilliant cut diamond. The diamond is flanked by a round faceted natural blue sapphire on either side. The approximate total weight of the two sapphires is 0.60Ct. The ring is size 9 but it can easily be sized.
Gorgeous sterling cuff with fine line chisel work and applied repousse elements by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez. Deceased on December 1,2007, he was a self taught silversmith who won the prestigious Smithsonian Medal of Honor, more than 700 blue ribbons, was featured in magazines and books and was a featured guest artist in many museums and galleries across the United States. This bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2" opening...
Amazing vintage pair of genuine natural ruby earrings with diamonds set in 14k yellow gold. Each earring features 21 marquise cut (7pts each) prong set rubies, and 6 round cut diamonds, with the rubies having a total of 1.47 ctw per earring.
In pristine condition, these pierced earrings measure 5/8 inches long and have a 1” drop (including earring) and hang perfectly (see 2nd photo). The color is excellent and uniform with the diamonds giving a nice sparkle...
Ca 1920 A stunning platinum and pearl ring with millegrain setting. There are twelve diamonds with a total carat weight of approximately 1.25 (ctw). The cream-colored cultured pearl measures 9mm. There is also a small amount of glue residue at the base of the pearl and very light wear on the nacre. Tests 950 platinum. Size 4.5 ~ Weight: 4 grams.
This wonderfully executed 18 Kt white gold filigree and diamond ring dates back to the 1920s. The top of the ring is rectangular, giving the round diamond a rectangular appearance. The stone is a 0.55 carat brilliant cut diamond of I color and SI1 clarity. An antique loving future bride would say YES to a proposal accompanied by this beauty.The ring is a size 6 1/4 and it can easily be sized.
A wonderful pair of 18Kt yellow gold and diamond flexible flower design earrings with screw-backs and oversized earring backs. Each earring is enhanced by twenty eight high quality brilliant cut and three marquise cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all 62 diamonds is 1.55Ct. The earrings are 1” long and 3/8” wide at the widest part.
Authentic 1920-s period platinum and diamond ring. The openwork top is decorated by nine old-mine diamonds. The approximate weight of the center diamond is 0.25Ct, while the approximate total weight of all diamonds is 1.15Ct.The ring is in great condition.
This diamond and 14Kt yellow gold engagement ring dates back to the 1920-s. The center diamond is an approximately 0.75Ct old-mine diamond that has L color and SI1 clarity. The center diamond is flanked on either side by two square cut sapphires. The setting is masterfully decorated by an Art-Deco design. The size of the ring is 7 ¾ and it can be sized if needed.