A lovely mid-19th century locket worked in 18K yellow gold set with rubies and natural seed pearls. The setting is enhanced with geometric appliques, engine-turned engraving, rope twists, and a beautifully fashioned bow concealing the bail. The rubies have very good color and are unheated. The locket retains its original reeded jump ring, as well. The back is decorated with engine-turned engraving. The interior retains the original gold frame and glass cover...

A beautiful enameled oval locket in 18K gold, the cover decorated with a wreath of blue enameled forget-me-nots, each centered with a small rose cut diamond, against a black background. The design is encircled with additional black taille d’epargne enameling. The back is also decorated with blue forget-me-nots surrounded with taille d’epargne enameling and has a shield-shaped reserve that was never monogrammed...

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...

A 14K gold and natural ruby Retro figural brooch worked in fashioned as a stem of cherries. The fruit are fully three-dimensional and set with round unheated natural rubies. The design is finished with a gnarly branch and a pair of gold leaves. The rubies have fine clarity and intense color, without the pinkish cast frequently seen in rubies in Retro pieces. The back retains the original pinstem and clasp marked “14K”.

• Origin: America, ca...

This antique 18K (marked) lover's knot ring with hallmarks for Chester, 1912, is the most substantial lover's knot ring we have ever encountered in our years of collecting antique jewelry. We love everything about the ring, beginning with the solid feel of this chunky gold ring, to its hand forged sinuous intertwined bands of gold, some with charming incised flourishes. We also love the polished band that is over one quarter of an inche wide all around; the essence of solidity...

A signed sterling green turquoise cross by Evelyn Anderson who worked for the Atkinson Trading Company. The necklace is not original to the piece and has some darkening in areas that is difficult to polish. The cross is marked E.A. Sterling and measures 3" x 4"; the 24" necklace is unmarked. A similar piece can be found in "Skystone and Silver ~ The Collector's Book of Southwest Indian Jewelry".

Luminous Obsidian stones are at the center of this large and lovely Antonio Pineda Bracelet in a design known as the Swans. Measuring 1 1/4" wide by 7 1/3" long it is a bracelet with a bold modernist style. Very heavy at 108 grams. Secure clasp and attached safety chain. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown, 970, Hecho en Mexico, Silver and the eagle 17. The Swan design in the form of a Necklace is featured in the book Silver Seductions. This is a gorgeous bracelet with an impressive style.

This Silver Necklace by Fred Davis is a rare and seldom seen piece created in the 1930's. Featuring silver bands that are slightly curved to fit around the neck. It measures 1 1/2" wide by 15" long with a three hook closure. Nice and heavy at 137 grams. Marked with the joined FD, Sterling, Mexico. Light age related tarnish but no other damage. A truly fabulous and highly collectible piece.

Vintage set of Mexican fine silver concave cufflinks signed by Antonio Pineda, this pair is wrought in the renowned Taxco modernist's .970 alloy. I love the sculptural lusciousness of the flat-bottomed ovoid body and the wave-like motion by which its edges rise and drop around the central hollow. In a slick mid-century design that can be easily enjoyed by just about everybody the cufflinks are 1 3/16" long by 7/8" wide and weigh 23.4 grams (for the set)...

A vintage heavy brass hand made drippy brooch with a blue mottled stone. Setting is very organic with tentacles and curves. The stone is held in place by some of the tentacles.

Measures 3" across and 1 3/4" at the widest.

Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Dark patina.

Well crafted, unusual design by a talented studio artist.

A well constructed, heavy sterling silver cuff bracelet with a large central bezel set carnelian cabochon. The under layer is thick hammered sterling with a polished sterling overlay.

Measures 5 7/8" around with an opening of 1 3/8". Rigid so couldn't be easily adjusted. Could be worn by a man or a woman. Measures 1 5/8" at the widest. Weighs 82 gr.

Fine condition. There are some surface scratches to the polished finish.

Feels substantial on.

A fine, hand hammered modernist sterling silver collar necklace and hook bracelet by the California studio jeweler, Gerald Stinn, (1937-2019). Thick hammered sterling wires gently curved and flattened.

The necklace measures about 12" around with an opening of about 2". Measures 1/4" at the widest. Probably better for a slender neck although can be adjusted somewhat.

The bracelet measures about 7 1/4" around the inside, hard to get an exact measurement due to the curves...

American Modern ring with cabochon tiger eye in 14k yellow gold setting; brilliant-cut diamond on each shoulder. Hallmarked. Excellent condition.

Size: 8 1/2. Weight: 10.5 dwt (16.3 g). #1223

Being offered are a pair of modern sterling silver cuff bracelets by V. Wilson made of heavy gauge silver; features applied cowrie shells on each bracelet. Dimensions: 4 inches long; up to size 8. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered are a pair of modern sterling silver earrings by V. Wilson; Earrings made of silver discs featuring masterful hand hammered work for extraordinary accent; inset turquoise stones at the center. Dimensions: 2 3/8" diameter. For pierced ears. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a rare circa 1955 sterling silver bracelet by Bernice Goodspeed of Taxco, Mexico; hand crafted silver cuff bracelet with pre-Columbian motifs featuring masterful and deliberate incision and oxidation. Dimensions: up to size 8 x 1 1/4" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a rare and fine circa 1963 sterling silver brooch by Sigfrido ‘SIGI’ Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Modern boomerang design with an oxidized background; and non faceted amethyst stone. Sigi, cousin of Los Castillo founder, Antonio Castillo, spent years working with Los Castillo, Salvador Teran, Felipe Martinez, and Margot de Taxco before opening his own shop in 1952. Dimensions: 2 1/2" x 1 3/8". Marked. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a large and superb circa 1955 sterling silver bracelet by master silversmith Jose Anton of Taxco, Mexico. Anton was one of the earlier prominent silversmiths during the Spratling era. Handcrafted bracelet featuring large circular links with incised design each with purple purple amethyst stone inlay (pictures do not illustrate the deep purple color of the amethysts). Dimensions: size 8; links are 1 3/4" diameter. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a rare and fine circa 1965 sterling silver bracelet by Sigfrido ‘SIGI’ Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Heavy gauge handcrafted silver bracelet in a modern biomorphic design. Sigi, cousin of Los Castillo founder, Antonio Castillo, spent years working with Los Castillo, Salvador Teran, Felipe Martinez, and Margot de Taxco before opening his own shop in 1952. Dimensions: size 6 1/2"; 1 1/4" wide. Marked. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a rare and fine circa 1965 sterling silver necklace by Sigfrido ‘SIGI’ Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Handcrafted silver necklace in a modern biomorphic design; necklace features a tongue & box closure to attach both pieces. Sigi, cousin of Los Castillo founder, Antonio Castillo, spent years working with Los Castillo, Salvador Teran, Felipe Martinez, and Margot de Taxco before opening his own shop in 1952. Dimensions: up to size 15. Marked. In excellent condition.

In the 1920s an archaeological find was made near an old farm in southern Sweden, a bronze key from the 9th century, the Viking era. It depicts a phantasy animal in a ring where the ends - traditional Celtic or Viking monster heads - are holding the key blade. The key is sometimes called the Key to Heaven, though Valhalla would be more suitable since Scandinavia at the time was not yet Christian. This massive silver copy was made by W A Bolin in Stockholm in the 1960s...

An amazing sterling silver modernist brooch with a bark like texture thought to be designed by Finnish jeweler Helky Juvonen and produced by N. Westerback in 1973.

Measures 2" across and 2" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Marked with 925 for the silver standard, NW for the maker, the National Mark and Date Code U7 for 1973.

In fine condition, very intricate and detailed. Dark patina. Weighs 19 gr. Wonderful example of modernist Scandinavian design.

Victorian ring in platinum on 18k gold with rose-cut diamonds and rubies in crisscross design. England, ca 1880. Hallmarked. Excellent condition.

Size: 4 1/2. Weight: 2.1 dwt (3.2 g). #1221

Quite impressive in size and richly decorated with stampwork this vintage sterling silver and turquoise brooch is signed by Navajo silversmith Willie Shaw. I was always attracted to the magical blues and greens of turquoise and I find the so-called "spiderweb" stones irresistible. This particular one, with its big area of all-black, makes the juxtaposition of the two colors even more dramatic. The brooch measures 3 1/2" long and its width varies between 1 1/4" and 5/8"...

A vintage sterling silver necklace, #27 designed by Georg Jensen in a delicate floral pattern. Signed with the GI mark in a dotted oval used from 1915-32. Also marked with Sterling Denmark, and 27 for the design number. The style number is double stamped.

Measures 16" long and 1/4" wide. Has a hidden clasp and a safety catch.

In fine condition with a warm patina. Great example of Georg Jensen's classic work. Hard to find design.

Welcome Spring with this set of vibrantly colored sterling silver vermeil and enamel butterfly brooches by renowned Norwegian enamelist Hroar Prydz. Made around the middle of the 20th c., the pair celebrates the warmth of yellows and the coolness of sparkling blue with delicate details in brown. Just take a closer look at the richness of pattern in the silver underneath the enamels that makes the butterfly wings look almost real...

A sterling silver hammered bangle bracelet by Guglielmo Cini. Probably from when the company was in Boston. Has an Arts and Crafts feel. Even the edges are hammered for a shimmering effect.

Measures 7 7/8" around the inside and 3/8" wide. Weighs 30 Gr, thick sterling.

Marked CINI Sterling in block letters.

In very nice condition with a warm patina, and some minor surface scratches and tarnish. Nice weight and well crafted.

A vintage modernist 830 silver pendant by the noted silversmith from Norway, A...

A vintage modernist sterling silver brooch by Anton Michelsen, from Denmark. This three dimensional brooch has a raised 'sun' in the center surrounded by 7 stars.

Measures 2 5/8" across and 2 5/8" high. Weighs 20 gr. The surfaces of the stars and the center of the sun have a light gold wash for an interesting effect.

Marked with the AM under a crown hallmark of the silversmith and Sterling Denmark.

Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Silver has a warm patina. The brooch has a ...

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1943 sterling silver and cabachon amethyst necklace by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought half domed links with bezel set amethyst cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: 14 1/2” long, links are 1/2" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1943 sterling silver and cabachon amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought panels with bezel set amethyst cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: 7 1/2” long, links are 1 1/8" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1940 sterling silver & jade cabochon bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early pieces by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco silver ateliers. Handwrought half domed links with bezel set jade cabochons. Hook clasp.. Dimensions: 7 1/2” long, links are 1" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Created using the shadowbox technique a row of silver flowers and leaves elegantly circles the wrist in this early 20th c. Chinese bangle bracelet. The floral and foliate motifs are set against a dramatically oxidized background visible through the openings in the cut-work and they are enhanced with hand-etched details. Quite often antique hollow bangles make it to us scarred with the experiences of a long life but the example at hand is unscathed, its beauty glowing with the patina of time and ...

Sterling silver artisan mask necklace

Made in Mexico

1930s

16" long

Center mask measures 2" x 2"

Weight - 67 grams

Marked made in Mexico and etched Mexico sterling on verso

Excellent vintage condition

A maestro from the middle period of Mexico's 20th c. Silver Renaissance, Carsi is among those Taxco silversmiths about whom we don't really know much. I have had pieces by him a few times over the years and I was pleasantly surprised to have found his signature on the ornate bangle bracelet presented here. This wire-work scrolled heart motif I am used to associating with Arte en Plata, even though I have seen it by other makers or even anonymous in the past. Yet Carsi's version is bolder in prop...

Movado 14kt. gold pocket watch with the inside is Movado Grand Prix Ave Felicitations Du Jury Pairs 1900 Bruxelles Liege 1905 and an autograph. Age: 1905 Size: 2 ½” x 2” dia (6.35 x 5.08 cm) Condition: Minor signs of wear.

Superb jade carving with some piercing throughout, with a hint of a rust color on the left side, and on the other side light green with pale lavender, with a 14kt. gold clasp. Size: 3” long x 2” wide (7.62 x 5.08 cm)

A vintage layered silver and brass Arts and Crafts style necklace. Hammered brass with an overlay of mottled silver metal in a design reminiscent of the patterns found on acid etched pieces from the Arts and Crafts era.

Measures 16" long and 7/8" at the widest. Hook clasp holds securely.

Very well executed. Warm patina. Unusual piece.

A sterling silver modernist brooch by Israel, 'Izzy' Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. He was the husband of MCM jeweler Phyllis Sklar.

This brooch is made of thick sterling tangled wire in a brutalist design. Measures 1 1/2" tall and 1 3/4" at the widest. Weighs 14 gr.

Has the stylized i sklar hallmark and sterling on the back. Rollover clasp holds securely.

Classic Izzy Sklar design.

Being offered is a rare circa 1955 sterling silver and obsidian stone bracelet by Alfredo Villasana of Taxco, Mexico. The handcrafted thick gauge silver cuff set with a large round obsidian stone secured by four spiral prong settings, secured with box clasp. Villasana worked for William Spratlng and Hector Aguilar before opening his own shop in Taxco. Dimensions: Size 8”; stone is 1 3/4" by 2 1/4"; band is 3/4" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a fine circa 1948 sterling silver necklace by Los Castillo, of Taxco, Mexico, each link handcrafted in a leaf motif with incised and oxidized detail. Hook clasp. Size 15” necklace. Links measure 1/2” wide. Weight, very heavy 3 1/2 ounces. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

This mixed-metal sash buckle’s design is composed of swirling flowers, leaves, and a bud. The silver plate shows some wear - yellow metal shows through at some of the high points. We believe the gold to be about 9kt, and it’s some type of plating. The buckle measures 3 x 2-1/2" and weighs in 47.5 grams. Unmarked. In overall very good condition, except for the few worn spots already mentioned; the gold might be a little worn in a few places too – it’s difficult to tell because of the text...

Being offered is a rare circa 1942 sterling silver and cabachon amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought links with bezel set amethyst cabochons & alternating domed silver motifs. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: size 7 1/2 inches, links are 1 1/4 inches wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a rare circa 1955 handmade sterling silver bracelet designed by Hector Aguilar of Taxco, Mexico. Comprising modern swirl design links with bezel set obsidian stones; tongue & box closure. Dimensions: size 7 1/2 x 1 1/2 inch wide. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Great weight.

Being offered is an exceedingly rare, arguably one of a kind, circa 1955 handmade .940 silver (better than sterling which is .925) bracelet designed by Hector Aguilar of Taxco, Mexico. Comprising heavy gauge links connected with three individual bands of silver. Dimensions: 8 inches long. Each link measures 3/4" x 1/2". Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Great weight. Handwork is stupendous.

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!

Being offered is a rare circa 1940 sterling silver and jade bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Wide handwrought links with rows of jade cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: 7 1/2” size, panels are 1 5/8" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition. Incredible design and construction.

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1940 sterling silver & jade cabochon necklace & earrings set by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early pieces by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco silver ateliers. Handwrought half domed links with bezel set jade cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Earrings are screw on. Dimensions: 16” long, links are 1" wide; earrings are 1" x 3/8". Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a circa 1958 sterling silver bracelet by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico; cuff bracelet with carved ebony featuring silver discs of various sizes. Dimensions: 1 1/8" opening; size 6 1/2"; 1 3/8 inches wide. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. A rare piece, in excellent condition.

Being offered is a remarkable circa 1960 .970 silver (better than sterling) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, comprising links made of heavy gauge silver crossing arches with superb teardrop obsidian stones. Dimensions size 7 3/4" x 1 1/2" wide. Marked. In excellent condition.

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 bracelet comprising rectangular domed silver links with alternating bezel set especially fine amethyst cabochons; tongue and box clasp with security chain. Dimensions wearable 7"; links are 1/2"x 1/4". Marked. In excellent condition. Nice heavy weight.

Being offered is a circa 1953 exceedingly rare jewelry set by Enrique Ledesma of Taxco, Mexico. Consisting of a necklace, cuff links, tie clip, cuff bracelet & earrings made primarily of shell, with applied silver and brass biomorphic motifs. Dimensions: necklace 15 1/2 inches long and 'plaque' 3 3/4 inches long by 1 1/2 inches wide; lever-back earrings 2 1/2 inches high by 1/2 inch wide; cuff 1 1/2 inches wide. Cuff fits all but the largest wrist. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition. ...

Being offered is an incredible ca 1975 sterling silver bangle bracelet made by Petra of Sweden. A Statement bangle bracelet comprising a grouping of multiple chains in a twist design to create a chain mail result. Dimensions: size 7 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches by 1 1/4 inches. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

One of my favorite William Spratling designs, the original (bearing his signature) "hummingbird" pendant necklace I have seen crafted in all-silver and silver combined with black onyx or obsidian. I am sure other configurations must be available which I have not encountered so it is understandable that I was elated to discover this version marrying sterling with copper. My first surprise was followed by a second when I saw that the piece at hand was signed by Mari. In the back of my head, Mari w...

A vintage Tulip bracelet in sterling silver designed by the Danish silversmith, Georg Jensen, #100B. This bracelet was purchased in Denmark and comes with the original box from the store on Østergade in Copenhagen.

Measures 7 1/4" long and 3/4" at the widest. Weighs 25 gr. Has a round box closure that holds securely. Additionally it has a fold over safety catch.

In fine condition with a warm patina. The light hammering is just wonderful. The box has some minor stains and shows so...

A vintage modernist sterling silver bracelet by Taxco artisan, Erika Hult de Corral in a stylized chevron design. Marked Ric, Taxco SA, Hecho en Mexico, and 925. Also has style number 40.

Measures 6 1/4" around the inside and 2 3/4" long at the front. Better for a smaller wrist although I think it was made to stay in place and not spin around. Clasp snaps securely. There is a safety catch for extra security.

Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Nice weight, heavy and sol...

An abstract sterling silver pendant made of thick lightly hammered twisted wire by NYC studio jeweler, Henry Steig.

The pendant measures 2 1/2" long including the bale and 1 1/2" across. Currently suspended from a black silky cord but would look great on a thick chain or neck ring. Has a large bale so would accommodate either.

Signed on the underside of the pendant with Steig Sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Layered for an interesting 3D effect. Stei...

A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant with 2 pink stones, (maybe rhodochrosite?) with the original chain in a brutalist design.

Pendant measures 2 1/4" long with the 2 bales and 7/8" across. Marked engla and 925S on the back of the pendant, and the mark IBH which may be for Illums Bolighus, a high end store in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The chain measures about 24" long and has a secure spring ring closure. It is marked 925S and IBH on the ring attaching it to the chain.

Very nice...

A pair of ceramic clip earrings by Brondsted /Bröndsted, Denmark, c 1960, a yellow nebulous shape surrounded by black and light grey. Impressed marks Bröndsted Danmark. Height "1/ 2.5 cm. Condition: a minuscule glaze flake to one corner.

Ca 1940 Here is another early bracelet and necklace with hematite stones created by Laurence Foss, a designer at Georg Jensen. The stones are in perfect condition and the silver has a lovely patina. Both the necklace and bracelet are marked with the Foss stamp Sterling. The bracelet is also marked 416A while the necklace, 416-1/2. The bracelet measures 7" x 3/4"and weighs 25.5 grams; the necklace is 15-1/2" including hook and weighs 33grams. A lovely collector's piece.