All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1980 item #1450806 (stock #JJ4059)
A modernist bracelet, 'Agena' by Zoltan Popovits for Lapponia, Finland in sterling silver.

Marked with the Lapponia Hallmark, 925, Finnish silver standard mark, date code F8, and scales mark.

Measures 7 1/2" long and 1/4" at the widest. Has a locking clasp that holds securely. Light texture for an interesting effect. Links are curved so lays nicely on the wrist.

In fine condition. Surface shows some minor scratches and a little wear...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1451228 (stock #20000562)
This mid-century bracelet was produced by "RMM", and is based upon an Antonio Pineda design. I have the Antonio bracelet, with amethyst stones, listed in my shop. It's a fabulous hand-wrought modernist piece, with twelve rectangular aventurine bars which are angled on the ends. Stones are all hand-carved and polished. The aventurine stones alternate with silver cones...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1318404 (stock #J2656)
Topped with concentric disks, each earring hoop has a graduated width. The hoops are each set with five polished rutilated quartz cabochons, with the largest in the middle. The unidentified maker’s mark appears to be a conjoined JA or possibly a V. Gross weight: 20 grams total. Each earring measures 2 inches long by 1 ½ inches wide. New clutches come with the earrings.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Retro : Pre 1950 item #1423472 (stock #TR1071)
A classic 14Kt gold bow pin from the 1940-s is centered by a 5 millimeter bezel set round opal. The inscription in the back shows that this bow was given to someone special in 1944. The length of the pin is 1 7/8” and the width at the widest part is ½”.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Latin American : Pre 1980 item #1435847
Ca 1960 A pierced sterling malachite and gold tumi that may be worn as a pendant or brooch. The tumi tests 18k, and it is marked 925 on the bale. The malachite has a few flea bites but they're only evident with magnification and bright light. 1-1/8" square.Weight 10.5grams.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1477187 (stock #148887)
The "Silver By Tono" hallmark dates this piece 1948-1953. Collector quality.

This Antonio Pineda pin is a superb early creation, with a repoussé silver upper segment and a large amethyst cabochon dangle...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1910 item #1203043
A lovely Art Nouveau pendant worked in silver and 10K yellow gold. The pendant consists of an openwork triangular silver plaque with a pair of plique-a-jour enameled mistletoe leaves below a band of opals and above a band of brilliant green moldavites, themselves over a square-cut pink tourmaline suspending a semi-baroque pearl drop. The whole is suspended from a round brilliant cut pink tourmaline set in gold. The combination of colored gemstones is lovely and nicely accents the enamel...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1401570 (stock #190523)
Circa 1939, from William Spratling's first design period, here is his Tuliman necklace. Shown in "William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance", "Silver Seduction : The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda", and "Mexican Silver", as well as the Spratling Silver website, this piece is known as Tuliman Bird Necklace. Spratling based his design on images painted on large clay water jars made in Tuliman...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1960 item #1381147
A large, heavy 18K gold Venetian Etruscan fob charm set with brilliant cut amethysts and pearls. The gold surfaces are heavily decorated with applied wire-work and rosettes. The amethysts intense violet coloring and excellent clarity. The pearls display good luster with a slightly rose overtone that nicely complement the color of the amethysts. Marked “Italy 18K.”
  • Origin: Italy, ca...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1349145 (stock #161212b)
Woven figure eights set off design # 5625 - A by Margot Van Voorhies. The bracelet is just under one inch and the earrings are 1 3/8th's long. The silver is thick and has 70 grams combined weight. This is a very rare design with a rich presence and a soft touch to the silver. All pieces properly hallmarked for Margot de Taxco Taller. Margot was a premier designer in the Mexican Silver Renaissance and certainly the most accomplished female artist.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1491417 (stock #JJ5013/4984)
Silverman's Selected Antiques
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Choice of a sterling silver floral neck ring or a modernist sterling and 14K gold brooch by Ed Levin.

The neck ring measures about 14" around with an opening of 2". Measures 3/8" across. Embossed with a repeating stylized flower design. Signed with a partial script © Ed Levin, Sterling. In fine condition. Could probably be somewhat adjusted due to the open nature of the design.

The brooch measures about 2 1/2" across and 1" at the widest. Has an interesting textured finish...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1280765 (stock #151001amcuff)
LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
$585.00
Layaway Available
The flowers appear to be floating in air on your wrist. The leaves balance the underside. All of this is orchestrated by a simple twisted wire frame. There is great depth with the construction of each flower. The beauty of this cuff is displayed in 2 inches of height and 7inches wearable length including the gap of just under one inch. You can see from the back that the flowers are open backed repousse made with thick silver. No chips or dents...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #714021 (stock #mla30729)
Large snake brooch made by Italian designer Piranesi. 18K black gold setting covered with aquamarine, green tourmaline, two approx 5 pt diamonds for eyes. A dazzling overall effect, for the green lover definitely! LAYAWAY AVAILABLE!
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Silver : Pre 1960 item #1319777 (stock #J2659)
These cuff links are composed of forged-wire bands that have been hand-formed into pinwheel shapes and anchor bars with curled ends. The anchor bars are marked sterling and are secured to the buttons with a soldered figure-eight link; the cuff links exhibit tool marks from working the silver. They are probably from the 1950s. The pinwheels measure about 11/16 inch across; the anchor bars measure 1 inch long. Weight: 9.7 grams total
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1960 item #1191489
A very fine 18K yellow gold fob charm set with coral cameos. The faces are similar to comedy and tragedy masks, with one frowning, one smiling and one somewhere in between. The cameos are very nicely carved and have the strong coloration typical of Mediterranean coral from the Italian coast...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1466652 (stock #JJ4381)
A lightly hammered sterling silver bangle bracelet signed by the artist, 'RLC'.

Alternates between hammered and flattened sides.

Measures 2 1/4" across the diameter. Also measures about 7" around the inner circumference. Better for a small to medium wrist.

Marked with RLC and Sterling.

Nice weight and quality. Has a warm patina, a few areas of tarnish and minor surface scratches.

Fine work.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1950 item #185596 (stock #uns5292D)
Elegant oriental figure with gorgeous enamel in ten different colors! Sterling. From the 1930's of 40's. Very three dimensional and heavy. 3 1/2" long, 1 5/8" wide.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1950 item #1393441 (stock #BNJroseRing)
June Hastings
$1,495.00
Intricately carved unusual natural coral ring consisting of rosebuds set in a 14 kt yellow gold stylized basket with 3 natural rubies on the handle. This ring sits at an angle as seen in the first photo and beautifully compliments any finger, young or old. In excellent condition, the head measures 1" long x 1/2 high. See photos. Please inquire for more information or photos.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #268688 (stock #T 679)
Book item. Pins are back! Wear them on any piece of your wardrobe. This animal lover vintage lizard alligator crocodile figural pin brooch is unsigned yet stamped Sterling; maybe early unsigned Taxco Mexico Mexican for the American market. Gomez for Los Ballesteros made critter jewelry.
Nice heft at under 1 Oz at .8 Oz or 23 grams of precious metals that keep going up!
3" X 1 3/4".
Well detailed with open mouth and teeth and in nice pre-owned unpolished condition with possib...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #1378160 (stock #TR953)
A 14Kt yellow gold Art-Nouveau watch pin that was originally used for hanging small ladies watches, but can accommodate all kinds of pendants or charms. The pin measures 1” wide and ½ high.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Far Eastern : Pre 1980 item #889425
This is very hard stone white jade carving of Dragon Fish and fish, it is heavy and big piece and detail in carving of the dragon head.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Strands : Pre 1960 item #1365993 (stock #J2004)
Bedell & Co.
$1,900.00
Beautiful natural coral beads strung together to make a three strand necklace. Circa 1950 and most likely Navajo, this necklace is elegant and versatile. The longest strand measures approximately 26.5" long and the middle strand is 25" long and the shortest is 24" long. It has silver end caps and a nice weight.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1463414 (stock #15747)
Profusely studded with the Etruscan style’s tell-tale florets this long Mexican lariat necklace was made in Cuernavaca, one of the country’s main silver-smithing centers. A rather rare jewel of the Deco period, it consists of a long strand of short barrel beads strung on flexible silver wire. Classically elegant yet with body and strong presence, the necklace has developed a deep patina over the years. I particularly love the over-sized beads it ends in that are also reflected in the clasp c...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1960 item #1481484
A large Etruscan style 18K gold fob/charm/pendant set with large dark blue topaz. We’ve never seen one of these charms set with deep blue gemstones before. The gold surfaces are covered in ornate bead and twisted wire decoration. The pendant opens in the middle to reveal a secret compartment. The bail is stamped for 18K gold and also has French import marks.
  • Origin: Italy, ca. 1955
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 1-1/8” diameter, 1-1/2” height (excluding jump ring)
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #91973 (stock #ds0016)
carol lane
$110.00
Handmade post modern sterling pin, c.1970's. The design shows a bending, folding and crumpling of silver sheeting forming an intricate, well designed, constructed and executed piece. Of good size, it measures 2 3/4" by 2 1/2". It is signed "STERLING SANDAGE"(?) and is in excellent condition.....$10 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY tax.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Victorian : Pre 1900 item #1299205
A nice pair of Victorian 18K yellow gold earrings, open circles enclosing ball drops star-set with emerald-cut tourmalines. The circles are finished with a pierced and beaded border along the inside edges and a delicate ropetwist motif along the outside. One tourmaline is pale green and the other is bi-colored—mostly green but with some pinkish-red areas. The earrings have a lot of movement when being worn. Tested and guaranteed 18K.

Ca. 1870. Condition: very good, minor dings consisten...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Edwardian : Pre 1920 item #1352120
A beautiful ring converted from an antique French stick pin. The ring features an 18K gold and platinum crown set with sparkling rose cut diamond in an openwork mounting. The diamond crown is attached to a 14K yellow gold band. The delicate style of this ring makes it perfect for wearing as a stacking ring or for a young lady's first gemstone ring.

Finger Size: 6-1/2 (can easily be sized). Dimensions: crown, 3/8" x 3/8" (9x9mm). Weight: 2.1 gr. Approximate Diamond Weight: .11 ct.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #265365 (stock #chan2M)
Fabulous as always. Chanel! Beautiful quality faux Baroque pearls. Notted. Hand set pronged rhinestones, double level heavy pendant with poured glass stone. Oval signature plate on reverse side of pendant is marked Chanel, 1983, and has the Chanel double "C" mark. Longer strand is 30". Pendant is 2 1/4" by 2 1/2".
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Victorian : Pre 1900 item #1298419
A fine Victorian 14K gold fob locket, the front cover worked in a deeply three dimensional design of a rose gold owl perched on a green gold branch. The eyes are set with garnet cabochons. The back cover has an engraved shield design that was never monogrammed. The hinged bail is engraved in a complimentary design. The interior of the locket retains its original frame and glass insert.

Origin: America, ca. 1870. Condition: excellent, sharp detail. Dimensions: 7/8" x 1-3/8" (not including...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Native American : Pre 1980 item #725910 (stock #MJ0126)
carol lane
$125.00
15" long turquoise nugget and silver bead necklace......$9 for insured US shipping.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1445100 (stock #JJ4008)
A vintage large sterling silver Mid Century Modernist brooch by Ed Wiener in the shape of a five pointed star.

Made from thick sterling wire. Unsigned, as were most of his star brooches. We believe this one is the larger version.

Measures 3 1/8" across and 2" high.

Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. There may be a slight bend on the long arm, may be original to the piece. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish.

Fine craftsmanship. Great studio piece

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1204741
Vintage, rarely seen on the market 940 sterling silver graduated disc bracelet designed and signed circa 1948-62 by famous Taxco, Mexico artist & silver Maestro Hector Aguilar. The center front disc measures 1 1/2" high. The bracelet's inner circumference when closed is 7". Bracelet weighs 85 grams or 3 oz. Slide-in clasp works perfectly. No dents are dings to silver. Beautiful soft original patina. Fully hallmarked on the clasp. This design is pictured on p. 139 of SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by P...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Other Metals : Modernist : Pre 1980 item #1434614 (stock #3707)

Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Brass Necklace⁠⠀⁠

Unique and exceptional statement necklace

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Segmented links with abstract forms attached with lots of kinetic movement⁠⠀⁠⠀

Signed on verso⁠⠀⁠⠀

Length - 21"⁠⠀⁠

Center element - 3" long⁠⠀⁠⠀

Weight - a substantial 250 grams⁠⠀⁠⠀

Very good vintage condition⁠

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All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1320411
A very handsome pair of 18K yellow gold cufflinks by Tiffany & Co. The oval faces are inlaid with onyx and mother-of-pearl in a checkerboard design surrounded by a band of opaque blue champlevé enamel. The reflective, iridescent nature of the mother-of-pearl is particularly attractive against the black onyx. The connectors are stamped with the maker’s mark for Larter & Co., one of Tiffany’s primary suppliers of better men’s jewelry throughout the 20th century. The faces are marked “...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1425597 (stock #4050)

Marci Zelmanoff mixed metal ring

Gold and silver organic form "stones" embedded in silver, rose and yellow gold granulated bubbles combine to create a classic hand crafted work

Call it surrealist or brutalist it's definitely her signature and intense style.

Zelmanoff's work was featured in major artisan publications of the 1970s as well displayed in many well know galleries of the time.

More recently, however, Zelmanoff's work has definitely been flying under ...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1980 item #1489348
A pair of blue topaz earrings. The pear shaped stones measure 1/2" x 3/8" while the setting measures 3/4" x 5/8". The butterfly clutches are marked 14k.