Being offered is a circa 1967 sterling silver necklace by Sigfrido Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Modernist design supporting oval shaped bezel set cabachon amethysts; tongue & box closure. 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: 15”. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

A choice of 2 vintage three dimensional hand made sterling silver brooches, each with a pearl accent by Modernist Jeweler, Russell Secrest. May be purchased individually or as a pair.

The first ribbon like brooch, which measures 1 5/8" across and 1 3/8" high, has thick curled silver with a central large baroque pearl...

Being offered is a circa 1963 sterling silver necklace by Los Ballesteros of Taxco, Mexico, boasting a modern biomorphic design. Dimensions wearable 15 1/2”, 1 3/4" at its widest. Marked. In excellent condition. Necklace is solid silver, not hollow, and weighs a heavy 4 ozs. Los Ballesteros is one of the great Mexican silversmiths.

Being offered is a circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, heavy gauge modernist piece with stylized links; tongue and box clasp with security chain. Dimensions wearable 6 1/4”. Links are 1" wide Marked. In excellent condition. Typical extraordinary Pineda heavy weight, 4 plus ozs.

Being offered is a circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, heavy gauge modernist piece featuring square geometric links with applied pearls; tongue and box clasp with security chain. Dimensions wearable 6 3/4”. Links are 3/4" wide Marked. In excellent condition. Pearls in pictures appear to have ‘spots’ but pearls in perfect condition

Being offered is a rare circa 1963 handmade .940 silver (better than sterling which is .925) necklace designed by Hector Aguilar of Taxco, Mexico. Comprising masterful handwrought pierced crescent panels with incised work; hook closure. Dimensions: 16 inches long. Each panel measures 1 inch diameter. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. An iconic necklace illustrated in many books.

Being offered is a circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling which is 925 parts silver per 1000 parts) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, attractive modernist piece; curved silver links supporting jade cabochons; tongue and box clasp with security chain. Dimensions wearable 6 1/2"; 1/2" at its widest. Marked. In excellent condition. Nice heavy weight!

Being offered is a circa 1958 sterling silver bracelet by Miguel Melendez, of Taxco, Mexico; handcrafted bracelet with superbly pierced square links featuring bezel set square tiger's eye stones; tongue & box clasp with security chain. Melendez worked for Spratling, Los Castillo and Margot before opening his own shop. Dimensions: 7 1/2 inches by 3/4 inch wide . Marked as illustrated in photo. 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 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?

Being offered is an early circa 1945 sterling silver bracelet by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico; pin hinged bracelet with carved wood and silver pyramids; supported by a pin closure and security chain. Dimensions: 1 3/8 inches wide. Size 6 1/2-6 5/8”. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. This iconic bracelet is often illustrated in many books. Stupendous, mint condition bracelet.

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...

Being offered is an early circa 1940 sterling silver bracelet by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico; bracelet features silver and copper (the copper can easily be cleaned and perked up but seller kept original patina intact) elongated beads; hinged clasp. Dimensions: 1 inch wide by 7 inches long. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. This iconic bracelet is often illustrated in many books. Stupendous bracelet.

Being offered is a circa 1965 sterling silver bracelet by Los Ballesteros of Taxco, Mexico, heavy gauge silver hinged bracelet boasting a modern design with a large prong set amethyst cabochon; tongue and box clasp with security latch. Dimensions wearable 6 1/2"; 1 5/8" wide. Great weight. Marked. In excellent condition. As good as Pineda.

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1960 sterling silver and spectacular azurite en suite by Enrique Ledesma of Taxco, Mexico. Includes a modernist geometric linked (vertical links of silver and cabachon jade) necklace size 16 1/2” x 1/2” wide; bracelet 7” by 1/2 inches wide; screw back earrings 7/8 inches long by 1/2 inches wide. Marked. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a fine one of a kind and a circa 1960 plateado silver necklace by Los Castillo, of Taxco, Mexico, comprising a collar necklace supporting a three tiered pendant with malachite & azurmalachite inset cabochons. Dimensions: 15". The horizontal sections are 1 3/4” deep by 4”, 5” and 6” long. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition. To call this necklace a statement piece, denigrates the pure beauty and importance of this exquisite piece of art!

Being offered is an exquisite circa 1950 sterling silver brooch by William Spratling for Conquistador, of Taxco, Mexico; Large silver plaque inset with azurmalachite and highly stylized silver swirl ends. Dimensions: 3 3/4 inches by 2 1/4 inches. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Superb design and construction...

A very unique hand wrought large pendant in sterling silver, reminds us of a large paperclip. Made from a thick curled sterling wire. Signed M. Bowles Sterling and Hand Wrought on the back.

The pendant measures 3" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. It is in fine condition with some minor surface scratches. The pendant alone weighs 19 gr.

It is suspended from a silver neck ring, (probably sterling) which measures about 15" around and has a secure hook closure...

Measuring 5 1/4" in length, this Antonio Pineda pin is a very unique piece. I've not come across this design before, and it is an edgy, striking statement piece. Weight is a substantial 22.5 grams. Collector quality. Pin closes with a roller.

A sterling silver heavy, modernist pendant in a brutalist style possibly designed by Henning Koppel for the Danish silversmith, Niels Erik (NE) From. Have not been able to find any other designer with HK hallmark.

This unusual pendant is made from rough oxidized and smooth polished layers of sterling. Has a large bale so would accommodate a thicker chain or neck ring. Currently strung on a black leather cord.

Marked with the stylized conjoined HK, From and 925S on the back...

A modernist zig zag bracelet and/or a pair of 'sail' earrings both in lightly hammered sterling silver by Ed Levin. May be purchased separately or together.

The bracelet measures 7" around. It measures about 1" wide. Has a secure hidden clasp. Signed with the script © EL Ed Levin, Sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish.

The earrings, in the sail or flag design, measure about 1 1/2" long in the front and the sails are 7/8" across...

Two sterling silver modernist pieces by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler; one is an abstract layered design and the other her iconic cat brooch. May be purchased individually or as a pair.

The abstract layered brooch measures 1 1/4" tall and 1 1/8" at the widest. Has the stylized 'p' hallmark. Nice contrast between the oxidized and shiny sterling layers. Rollover clasp holds securely. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches...

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...

An outstanding sterling silver modernist heavy cuff bracelet adorned with a large oval shaped Mother of Pearl cabochon.

Measures 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 1/2". This cuff is rigid and has very little give. Measures 2 1/4" wide.

Signed 925 on the inside.

Fine condition. Has some tarnish, we did not polish it. There are 2 tiny nicks to the MOP that don't go all the way through.

Heavy and substantial. Weighs 64 gr.

Good for a larger wrist.

Wonderful piece of modernist...

A modernist bracelet, 'Caravan' designed by Bjorn Weckstroms for Lapponia, Finland in sterling silver. Has Lapponia's signature finish. Made up of 6 curved links.

Marked with the Lapponia Hallmark, 925, Finnish silver standard mark, date code L8, and scales mark.

Measures 7 1/8" long and 3/8" at the widest. Has a locking clasp that holds securely. Links are slightly curved so lays nicely on the wrist.

In fine condition. Looks like it was stored carefully for many years and...

A striking modernist sterling silver ring from Spain designed by Joachim S'Paliu. Born in Cordoba in the 1940's he became one of the leading mid century modernist jewelers of Spain.

Has a zig zag and curved band of sterling with a raised tumbled brown and black mottled stone. Not sure of the name for the stone.

The front of the ring measures 1 1/8" long and 3/4" across. The band is 3/8" wide.

It is marked behind the stone with S'Paliu for the designer, Spain, and 925. Also marked o...

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1945 sterling silver necklace, bracelet & clip-on earrings set by Los Castillo, of Taxco, Mexico, comprising alternating silver & copper links with incised & oxidized detail; hook closure necklace, hook & security chain on bracelet. Size 17” necklace, 7 1/2” bracelet. Links measure 1/2" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Being offered is an early circa 1945 sterling silver bracelet by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico; pin hinged bracelet with carved wood and silver pyramids; supported by a pin closure and security chain. Dimensions: 1 3/8 inches wide. Size 6 1/2-6 5/8”. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. This iconic bracelet is often illustrated in many books. Stupendous, mint condition bracelet.

Being offered is a circa 1967 .970 silver (better than sterling) necklace by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, comprising geometric heavy gauge links creating levels of silver with onyx cabochons; tongue & box clasp. Dimensions wearable 16 1/4”. Links are 1 inch wide. Marked. In excellent condition.

Being offered is a circa 1965 .970 silver (better than sterling which is 925 parts silver per 1000 parts) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, heavy gauge modernist piece in a geometric design with a bezel set amethyst cabochon; tongue and box clasp. Dimensions wearable 6 1/4"; 1 1/4" at its widest. Marked. In excellent condition. Nice heavy weight. Incredibly handsome! See page 139 of the superb ‘Silver Seduction’ the catalog of the incredible Pineda show at the UCLA Fowler Museum e...

A vintage modernist very unusual sterling silver pendant by David Andersen, Norway designed by Toril Bjorg. Three dimensional bottle shaped, finished on both sides with what looks like a repousse swirl.

Measures 1 3/8" long including the bale and 7/8" across.

Signed Sterling, 925S on the back side of the bale and D-A Norway inside the bale.

In very nice condition, has just a little tarnish.

Currently strung on a 27" black cotton cord. Has a large bale so could be worn on a chain or ne...

Two pair of vintage sterling silver screw back earrings by Margot de Taxco, ( Margot Van Voorhies Carr), number 5740, in a modernist dangle design and number 5410 with swirls and beads. May purchase both pairs or each pair individually.

The dangle earrings measure 1 7/8" high and 3/4" across. Marked Made in Mexico Sterling, Margot de Taxco and 5740. Also marked with Eagle #16. Screw backs hold securely. Very nice condition with only minor tarnish.

The second pair measure 1 1/8" long and a...

A well made modernist bracelet in 835 silver with a design reminiscent of Juhls or Lapponia. Looks very Nordic or Scandinavian, but it is signed 835 Germany and what looks like conjoined KG in a circle. Unable to determine the maker.

Bracelet measures about 7 1/2" around and 7/8" at the widest. The front design measures 2" across and 1 3/8" high. Has a very mid century design. The hook clasp holds securely. The central design is attached with a hinge.

Nice condition, has some areas of t...

A modernist & organic necklace in plated pewter by the noted Canadian jeweler, Guy, (Gilles), Vidal. Features 7 'creatures' that look like they are dancing.

Measures 16" long and 1 3/8" at the widest. The central section measures a little over 6" long.

Has a spring clasp that holds securely.

Has the G. Vidal hand signed maker's mark on the back.

Fine condition, dark patina. Weighs 75 Gr.

Unusual example of his work.

This vintage, finely detailed feathered serpent pin was designed by Taxco, Mexico artist Margot Van Voorhies. The brooch is 4" X 2" & weighs 28 grams. The darkened patina emphasizes the hand wrought beauty of the repousse' work. The piece is in beautiful condition. Both the pin back and safety lock are in excellent working order. Fully hallmarked on the back of the pin. Margot de Taxco designs are included in WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENNISANCE by Penny Morrill. Margot's designs...

A vintage hand crafted 900 silver necklace and matching bracelet from Trabzon, Turkey with a mesh woven design. Both pieces have central etched floral designs on the clasps which were made to be worn at the front.

The necklace measures 15 1/2" long and 5/8" wide. Has a secure tongue slide in clasp. Curved so lays nicely at the collar bone. Marked 900 for the silver content. Weighs 35 Gr.

The bracelet measures 7" across the longest section, angling to 6 1/2" to follow the line of...

A well crafted, hand wrought curved link necklace with a central pendant in sterling silver by Cape Cod gold and silversmith, Ross Coppelman. Marked Coppelman and Sterling. This is one of his early pieces before he starting working with gold and precious gems.

The lightly hammered necklace measures about 18" around, hard to get an exact measurement due to the shape and curvature of the links. There is a smaller version of the central pendant at the back by the secure double hook clasps. ...