Taxco 980 signed pieces are always quality. This link is 118 grams heavy and is the closest thing to the Coco design of the Spratling original necklace which is so very, very rare. The Taxco 980 necklace is 20in. long and has a depth of 7/16th's giving it even more dimension. No dents or damage and kept lovingly through time. One of my favorite things, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Modernist Sterling Disc Brooch Pendant

Betty Cooke

c.1960s

Excellent condition

2 3/8" x 1 1/2"

Pedro Castillo was known for quality in his work and beautiful design. He has an impressive resume working for William Spratling in the 30's and also a Maestro for Hector Aguilar beginning in 1939. He opened his own taller sometime in the 40's. This parure is properly hallmarked as shown and numbered 115 on the tongue of the necklace and bracelet and the back of the earrings. Each link is heavy silver repousse and weighs a total of 120 grams. The necklace is almost 16in. long and 1in...

A fun 18K yellow gold multi-gem H Stern “Sputnik” charm or pendant. Stern was the world’s leading dealer in colored gemstones and created this line of jewelry in the late 1950s to showcase the wonderful array of colored gemstones mined in Brazil, where the company was headquartered . Amethysts, aquamarines, citrines, garnets and green and pink tourmalines are collet-set above the gold sphere...

Modernist sterling and ceramic necklace

1970

Drops measures 4" long

Should fit a 19" neck

Unmarked

Very good vintage condition

Known as the "Ornamental Squares" design, this bracelet by Hector Aguilar is features in many book and is one of his most iconic designs. This one is exceptional with it's longer 8" length. Crafted in his favored 940 silver it measures 1" wide and weighs an impressive 108.1 grams. Secure clasp and attached safety chain. Hallmarked with the joined HA, 940, Taxco and the eagle stamp 9. Light age related wear with a lovely rich patina. A superb bracelet in a hard to find longer length.

Mary Ann Sherr modernist sterling silver earrings

2 1/2" x 1 1/4"

Weight - 10 grams

Post back

Signed on verso

Scandinavian modernism: silver ring with a cabochon rose quartz by Niels Erik From, Denmark, c 1960. Signed From and 925 S. Inner diameter "2/3 / 16 mm. Condition: fine.

An Art Deco necklace w/ black & cream celluloid from the 1930s. This 17-1/4" beauty consists of entwined finely coiled strands of wire on cord, one patinated black and the other brass, with a suspended 1-3/8" disc pendant. The pendant has a black onyx-style bakelite or celluloid ring with a creamy white dome of celluloid in the center, all set is a bezel brass setting...

Sterling pin of woman and floral art nouveau design, c.1920's. This good size pin measures 2" in diameter and is signed "925"(see back photo at bottom). Very good condition except mouth and nose of woman's face is no longer clear and defined. Lovely subject matter and very well executed....$10 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY tax.

A rare sterling overscale hinged six panel bracelet in an overlapping petal motif by Danish Modernist Bent Knudsen. Each heavy gauge silver petal has a slightly concave design, is hinged and has a smooth edge. The clasp is an ingenious screw bolt. It measures 7 " end to end, is 2" wide and weighs a very substantial 138 grams. The scale and weight set this bracelet apart from all others of similar design. Fine original condition and signed and numbered as shown...

A true statement piece this Antonio Pineda Bracelet is fine example of his artistry and skill with Amethyst cylinders at the center of thick concave silver links. Measures 6 3/4" long by 1" wide and is very heavy at 122.1 grams. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown, 970, Sterling, Silver, Mexico, Z719Z and the eagle 17. Secure box clasp and attached safety chain. No damage noted, light age related wear, some tarnish and the stones have the typical inclusions...

An Edwardian glass coral cabochons and antique paste glass stones necklace circa 1900 1910. This 16-3/8" length necklace is made of white metal. It has a simple loop and tongue clasp, and the paste stones have a typical muted flash - they look like actual antique cut stones in evening lighting...

A vintage sterling silver necklace and matching screw back earrings in the style of Kalo. Necklace measures 16" long and closes with a secure hook. Earrings measure 5/8" across and are marked sterling. Screw backs hold securely. Very detailed work. Lovely example in an arts and crafts classic design.

Peter Broome modernist ring with gem stones

Unique biomorphic form

Substantial and masterfully sculptural

Size 6

Weight - 17 grams

Marked Broome

Very good vintage condition

A fine 18K yellow gold and multi-stone Sputnik ring. This classic modernist design, originally created by H Stern, features a golden dome studded with 19 variously colored gemstones including green tourmaline, citrine, amethyst, aquamarine and spessartite garnet. Each piece of Sputnik jewelry has a unique appearance depending on the color combinations and arrangement of the gemstones. This particular example is more pastel than most, with a preponderance of pale pink, green, blue and purple...

A 10k yellow gold green agate ring from the 1950s-60s. This size 5-3/4 ring features a claw-set cabochon mottled green agate stone which closely resembles nephrite jade. The setting measures 3/4 x 1/2", this ring weighs 2.5 grams and it is stamped 10k with an obscured maker's mark and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...

A wonderful modernist organic openwork brooch in plated pewter by the noted Canadian jeweler, Guy, (Gilles), Vidal. Measure 2 1/8" tall and 2" at the widest. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Has the GV maker's mark on the back. Fine condition. Great modernist design.

A very attractive pair of double-sided cufflinks fashioned as oval mother-of-pearl discs centered with small seed pearls and enclosed in an opaque white enamel border, all set in yellow gold. White cufflinks such as these would originally have been worn only with white tie, but today they are particularly elegant with shirts in darker colored fabrics. The connectors are marked “14K” and have the maker’s mark for Larter & Sons.

• Origin: America, ca...

"Necklace with three circular pendants. Coppola e Toppo for Valentino, Italy, 1970. Gilt-stamped metal, rhinestones, gilt metal beads, faceted Swarovski crystals." Quoted from JEWELS OF FANTASY, page 275, enlargement on page 255.

Fabulous vintage oval angel skin pink coral cabochon ring with 4 diamonds flanking each side. Marked 14k. Thick shank and large size (7+) makes resizing feasible for smaller fingers...

American Sterling Modernist Jewelry Brooch

Art Smith

c.1950s

Excellent condition

2 5/8" x 2"

An elegant Georgian 18K gold fob seal worked in a floral pattern and set at the base with an amethyst tablet engraved with an armorial crest. The floral design continues up the shoulders to the loop by which the fob would have been hung from a watch chain. Tested and guaranteed 18K gold.

• Origin: England, ca. 1815
• Condition: excellent
• Dimensions: 3/4" x 11/16" x 1-3/16"
• Weight: 13.2 grams

9 ct yellow gold Victorian flexible snake bracelet, adjusts to fit almost any size wrist. Total length (if unraveled and laid out) is approx 11.5 inches. Intricately engraved on both the head and tail, with 2 tiny garnets for the eyes. Extensively Hallmarked on the back of the head as follows: 375, S&P, and 3 hallmarks-- a basket, an anchor, and what looks to be a C or an L. Width of the bracelet is approx 1/4 inch. Excellent condition, easy to wear!

A fine articulated gold vermeil (14K gold over sterling silver) green enameled fish. In excellent condition, it measures 3" long and 2" across its fantail. Dates circa 1930's.

A stunning and extremely rare 14K yellow gold, green tourmaline and pearl bracelet signed by Everett Edward Oakes. The bracelet comprises nine comma-shaped flaring gold links, each set with either a tourmaline cabochon or a pearl. The gems are set in the notched collet-setting frequently employed by Oakes to show off a stone’s color and overall quality. The tourmalines have fine green color with moderate saturation and medium tone. The clarity is excellent for tourmalines of this type. Th...

A sterling silver heart shape photo locket on a sterling link chain c1930s. The 1-1/8" across locket is hand engraved on the front and a lined design on the back, and it is stamped STERLING. The 19" long chain has a spring-ring clasp and it is stamped 925 for sterling (chain appears to be more recent than the locket). This necklace weighs 7.1 grams, and it is in excellent vintage condition with no monograms, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and cons...

These delicate earrings are from the late 19th century and test as 14kt gold, so they are likely American. Each is formed as a scalloped disc, decorated with a delicately engraved leaf. The screw backs were added later, possibly replacing kidney wires that allowed the discs to drop just below the ear lobe. One of the screw back bars is slightly bent, but secure. Each disc measures about 5/8 inch across. Weight: 4.6 grams total

A lovely 18K gold locket, the front cover bezel-set with rhodolite garnets. The garnets have very fine color with bright shots of violet. The gold surface is stippled. The back cover is ornately engraved in a checkerboard pattern. The interior has a hinged glass cover. The locket is deep enough that it was likely intended to contain both a portrait and a keepsake of some sort. The bail is stamped with French 18K gold marks.

• Origin: France, ca. 1870
• Condition: excellent
• Dim...

A Victorian 10k rhodolite garnet rose gold ring from the 1890 era. This fine size 6 late Victorian ring has a lovely Rhodolite garnet claw-set stone. This ring measures 5/16" across the stone, it is in 10k rose gold and it is stamped 10K with a maker's mark. It weighs 1.6 grams, and it 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 vintag...

An extraordinarily fine Renaissance Revival 14K gold ball fob, suspended from its original chain. The orb is beautifully decorated with foliate engraving in the English style crisscrossed with bands of small natural pearls. The upper half of the orb is set with three blue sapphires in pinched floret mountings. The chain, fashioned as a series of florets, is alternately set with antique cushion cut sapphires and rubies flanked at compass points by natural seed pearls. The chain terminates wit...

A modernist sterling silver ring #A112 by Georg Jensen, designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow Hube. Measures 7.25. Has a highly polished surface. Marked Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, 925 S Denmark and style #A112. In very nice condition with minor nicks and scratches. Great modernist design.

Tibetan Silver hand made Bangle Bracelet, 1" high, 2 1/2" 2" wide inside, 1" wide opening, with 6 Tibetan Characters and the weight is rather heavy. The condition is very good.

Rafael Melendez worked for Spratling when he first opened his taller de las Delicias. Melendez left to open his own Taller in 1939. This is one of his earliest marks that was done in 980 silver. Some of the Silver repousse links have Matl like glyphs. The silver sets up the onyx stones in the cross giving it great depth and dimension. Having a large presence the necklace is 20.75 in. with the extension and 15in. without it. The length of the extension is dramatic while showing off the other lin...

Composed of a continuous metal band wound around a glass cabochon, this pendant has a clever design and sophisticated look. It needs only a simple cable chain and a dark fabric to bring out the cloudy, art glass that highlights pale pink or gray, depending on the light. The pendant measures about about 2 inches long. The silver chain in the last photo is sold separately.

Reply below. Acquired pre internet era as a collectible antique "Victorian" snake motif "wooden" bracelet which now appears to be a Black or Gold Coral branch bracelet carved crossover bypass bangle in snake motif, yet resembling carved Mississippi mud bakelite in color and swirls.
Also sometimes called "Gold" and can be almost black in color. It has an ethnographic "Easter Island" odd look snake appeal as well.
Initially it looked more like dark wood, or Mississippi mud bakelite, ye...

Description: gold plated metal, rhinestones, enameling, faux lapis,

Hallmark: none

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 2 1/4" x 2"

Reference: The Carnegie signature plaque has fallen off. The area on the back where it was attached is visible. Bull & Torem, Masterpieces of Costume Jewelry, p 58. Signed brooch is pictured.

This is 375 gold Intan Ring of Straits Chinese Nyonya, Intan is the skin of the diamond and it is faceted mine cut diamond ,in very crude but yet shinning and beautiful setting, the Nyonya chinese lady wear this kind of diamond ring during the Victorian Era and to certain extent copy the era pattern /setting, it is made in Singapore or Penang, the diamond is not finely polished....please enquire

This Jomaz brooch and clip earrings has loops and swirls and rings all in heavy sterling silver. The set is tailored with a flair. Marked Jomaz. Brooch is 2" by 2", earrings are 1" by 1 1/2".

This exceptional verre eglomise rock crystal panel depicts a maiden in classical dress playing with a hound. She sits on a plinth in a clearing with cypress trees in the background. The scene is backed with grayish mother-of-pearl that seems to create a sky of swirling clouds. The reverse of the pendant is simply finished with pale grayish-blue silk. The plaque is simply mounted in an 18K yellow gold frame with a bail at the top. Verre eglomise was most often used in mourning jewelry, but n...

An elegant Art Deco ring in platinum set with diamonds, sapphires and a 7-mm pearl. The octagonal face is bordered with sixteen single-cut diamonds (H/SI2) enclosing a border of calibre-cut sapphires around the center pearl. The pearl has excellent luster and overtones. The inside of the shank is marked "10% Irid Platinum".

Origin: America, ca 1920

Condition: excellent, the pearl likely replaced a center diamond

Dimensions: crown 1/2" x 1/2"

Finger Size: 4-1/2

Weight: 6.0 grams

Ap...

This "Starlight" cuff bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane has a black enameled background with jeweled stars. This bracelet is February 1975.

This bracelet is 1 3/4" wide, 7" in circumference with a diameter of 2 1/8".

Reference: Fabulous, Kenneth Jay Lane Jewelry and accessories by Nancy N. Schiffer 2007, page 203.

Beautiful statement size vintage signed YSL articulated bracelet in heavy goldtone metal enameled in opaque black and translucent red. Marked YSL. Circa 1975. The metal elements are attached with very fine metal springs which allow it to stretch and flex slightly. With a slide clasp. A stunning piece and super wearable for day or night. Perfectly of the moment; statement jewelry is the "it" accessory of the season. Wearable length is 8 1/4 inches. Just under 2 inches wide. Exce...

A fabulous modernist bracelet in sterling silver by Kultateollisuus, Ky of Turku Finland. Designed by Jorma Laine. Looks like rows of little people standing in windows.

Measures 7 1/2" long and 1" across.

Has an intricate very mid century design. Has a slide in pin clasp with a safety catch. Very well made.

Marked with the flying hammer for the maker, Crown for Finland, 830H for the silver standard, Finland, and the marks for Turku and 1970.

Nice weight and condition, warm patina. ...

This is a recent arrival: 14K yellow gold & diamond engagement ring. Diamond specifics: 1.05 carat, SI2 clarity, GH color, modern brilliant cut; date this ring ca. 1980 - 2000 from a maryland estate. Beautiful ......try on this piece: Jantiques 10429 fawcett st; kensington, md 20895

A 14k rubies ruby heart ring from the 1980s. This size 7 ring has a nice airy design with cutouts and the three 3 point (by gauge) natural rubies have nice deep colour. This ring weighs 2.0 grams, it measures 7/16 x 7/16" across the heart and it is stamped 14K with a set of maker's marks and it 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 ar...

A lovely 18K yellow gold, diamond and ruby love pendant (“medaille d’amour”) with a rebus spelling out “Plus qu’hier, moins que demain,” (“More than yesterday, less than tomorrow”) a line from the love poem written by Rosemond Gérard to her husband Edmond Rostand (author of “Cyrano de Bergerac”) in 1889. In 1907, the Lyonnais jewelry Alphonse Augis created a love token based on the poem, and his designs became iconic. In this example, the word “moins” is represented by a...

A fine Retro pair of 1940s-50s sterling silver bird earrings. These screw back 1-1/2 x 3/4" earrings are stamped STERL on the mounts and they weigh 6.0 grams. They are 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. Surface shipping to the U.S. starts at $7 (other spots may vary) - insurance is inc...

Being offered is an early circa 1943 sterling silver and copper bracelet by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico; bracelet features silver square links with copper (seller left the copper patina intact, the copper portions could easily be much shinier) diagonal bands separated by rows of 3 balls; supported by a pin closure and security chain. Dimensions: 3/4 inch wide. Size 7 1/4”. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Superb, heavy weight. This iconic bracelet is often illu...

Each double fetter link on our 18” chunky Victorian albert chain is connected to 3 love knot links with the pattern repeats eight times. The T-bar and dog clips are stamped 9 carat. Alberts are named for Prince Albert who popularized the wearing of a vest with pocket watch and a fob on a chain, the watch in the vest pocket, with fob and T-Bar dangling. Our chain combines the fetter link and love knot link. Longer links like the fetter link were used to cut down on the laborious process of m...

A superb 19th century French figural fob seal worked in silver and 18K gold. The gorgeously detailed wolf's head is worked in silver with gold accents such as the collar and the long tongue that hangs from one side of the very toothy jaws. The eyes are set with small rubies. The carnelian seal has never been engraved. Tested and guaranteed silver and 18K.

Origin: France, ca. 1850. Condition: excellent, sharp detail, a very small flake on one corner of the carnelian, jump ring is a later a...

Vintage chunky heavy signed Cadoro hinged bangle in textured goldtone metal with white enameling and very big opaque glass stones simulating Persian turquoise. 1960s. Marked CADORO, which is a very rare name. With a snap clasp.

Just under 7/8 inch wide and 6 1/2 inches inside circumference.

Excellent condition. The stones move slightly when pressed but are completely secure. Photos enlarged to show detail.

A wonderfully detailed 14K yellow gold brooch depicting a spaniel. The shape of the dog’s head and the amount of fur suggests that the pin represents a Springer or English Cocker spaniel. The pin has substantial weight. The clasp is marked “14K.”

• Origin: America, circa 1935.
• Dimensions: 1 3/32” x 3/4”.
• Weight: 6.9 grams.
• Condition: excellent; sharp detail.

A modernist cast sterling silver pendant in a 'pitchfork' design by noted Mid Century silversmith Christian Schmidt, (1926-1974). Signed with his stylized 'S' hallmark and Sterling. Measures 2 3/8" long and 7/8" across. Three dimensional curved design. Interesting contrast of dark textured patina on the sides and polished surfaces on the top. Would look great on either an neck ring or chain.

Circa 1950's, this belt buckle is was produced by Antonio Pineda. I have never seen this one before, and it's quite similar to one which William Spratling designed. Antonio Pineda began his career working for William Spratling. It's hand-wrought with criss-crossing lines which are deeply carved with oxidized recesses.

Measures 2 5/8" x 15/16". I believe this will accommodate up to a 3/4" belt.

Weight is 34.9 grams.

Signed and hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco cro...

This charm/pendant measures 3/4" x 1/2" x 1/4". It is made of carved, ivory colored has a 14K gold belly button / navel. It's a neat piece and in excellent condition. It can also be a match for my Trocadero item #955524.

A stunning pair of vintage 18K yellow gold and platinum earclips set with diamonds by Cartier. The clips are worked in heavily textured gold that resembles a flame motif that ascends the earlobe when being worn. The recessed parts of the texture are unpolished, creating a strong contrast with the remaining highly-polished surfaces. Each clip features a irregularly shaped cluster of nine platinum-set round brilliant diamonds, graded as E-VVS2. These earrings are a lovely example of Cartier's ...

This lovely, sterling silver, Mexican, well-crafted bracelet displays shiny, turquoise cabochons on each ornate link. It is 6 3/4" long. Each convex link measures approximately 1 1/4" x 1". It has a box clasp marked STERLING 925, and, in a circle on the back of one of the links: TAXCO HECHO EN MEXICO (blurry) with the an illegible mark in the middle. It has a V-spring and Box Clasp marked STERLING 925. It has good heft, weighing just under 1 1/2 ounces and is in great condition.

A handsome pair of 18K yellow gold double-sided cufflinks from the era of Napoleon III. The navette-shaped faces are simply decorated with interlaced swirls. The faces are joined by chains. The cufflinks are stamped with French "tete de cheval" hallmarks for 18K.

Origin: France, ca. 1860. Condition: excellent, sharp detail. Size: 3/4" x 5/16". Weight: 6.0 gr.

Pretty brooch or pin made in the late 19th century or around 1870. Flower mosaic made up of minimal glass tesserae set in a brass frame. Diameter "1¼/ 3 cm. Condition: fine.