A vintage modernist sterling silver stylized brooch with a Pre Columbian bird by the noted Peruvian silversmith, Graziella Laffi. The bird has a teal blue enamel eye and an oversized head. May be a duck. Body has an additional layer of sterling. The brooch is curved for a 3-D effect.
Signed Laffi Peru and 925 on the back.
Measures 1 3/8" high and 1 1/4" across...
An outstanding hand wrought pendant in copper with a modernist brass overlay suspended from the original copper chain by JB Pericles. Marked Pericles Haiti on the back.
Jean Baptist Pericles was closely associated with Winifred Mason Chenet d'Haiti who trained the exceptional Mid Century Modernist jeweler, Art Smith.
This pendant measures 5" long and 2 1/4" across the bottom. The 23" chain has a secure hook closure.
Fine condition with minimal tarnish...
Hand-hammered silver links shaped like concave elongated pyramids overlaid with 18k figural gold appliques make up this impressive 1950s Peruvian bracelet by Industria Peruana. Crafted in silver first and then covered in 18k gold sheet the appliques are inspired by ancient Inca motifs and show birds, temples and gods...
A beautiful pair of Victorian 14K gold drop earrings with calibre-cut Persian turquoise, pearls and old mine and rose cut diamonds set in an expanding star pattern. The settings are pierced, lightening the overall feeling despite the earring’s generous size. The edges a finished with a pierced gallery. The choice of gemstones is very nice, the diamonds are bright for rose cuts, the pearls have nice luster, and the turquoise a beautifully matched and without discoloration...
A very nice and unusually heavy 18K gold Venetian Etruscan fob/charm set with amethysts. The gold surfaces are heavily worked in twisted wire and beaded decoration. The smaller amethysts are set in flower-shaped collets...
A lovely pair of Victorian earrings worked in 14K yellow, rose and green gold depicting a mother bird watching over her nest of three tiny eggs. The bird is nicely three-dimensional for added interest. The design is simply finished with a zigzag border. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
- Origin: America, ca. 1870
- Condition: excellent, earwires are replacements
- Dimensions: 5/8” diameter (excluding wires)
- Weight: 5.2 grams
A large sterling silver locket from the Aesthetic Period, the cover decorated with an engraved Japonaiserie scene of a water bird landing among reeds. The bird is surrounded by a fan-shaped reserve. The ends of the locket are nicely enhanced with beading and a fancy border. The interior retains both original frames and glass enclosing either fabric. The back is unadorned. This locket is unmarked, indicating an American origin...
An elegant pair of Art Deco 18K gold cufflinks decorated with geometric engraving and champleve enamels in opaque red and black. Each cufflink is hallmarked for 18K gold and has the master’s goldsmith’s mark (illegible).
- Origin: France, ca. 1925
- Condition: excellent, no enamel damage
- Dimensions: 9/16” diameter.
- Weight: 8.1 grams
n superb pair of Aesthetic period 18K yellow gold and ruby double-sided cufflinks. The faces are decorated in a swirling pattern pinwheel-type pattern faintly suggestive of the curling limbs of an octopus. Each face is centered with an intensely colored natural ruby. The faces are joined with figure-eight connectors. The back of each face is stamped “18K” and with the unidentified maker’s mark “O.W.S’S.S”.
A gold plate crystal and pearl necklace marked SAL for Swarovski. Length 18"
Spratling often used an arrow or an arrowhead in his designs. Here he pairs 925 sterling silver with matte onyx in each arrowhead link for an eye-catching combination. The necklace measures 17" long and 9/16" wide. The earrings are 1" high and inlaid with chrysocolla on the front panels. Together the necklace and earrings weigh a comfortable 57 grams. Both are in beautiful condition with minor age wear to the stones. The back of the necklace is also inlaid with matte onyx...
A wonderful sterling silver cuff bracelet made for the United States Military Academy at West Point, (USMA), by the New York silver firm, L. Markowitz. Sterling overlay spells out USMA in Arts and Crafts stylized letters.
Measures 5" around with an opening of 1". Measures 1 1/4" wide...
An exquisite example of Italian Renaissance Revival jewelry that were so popular with tourists on their Grand Tour at the turn and first few decades of the 20th c. this long pendant necklace is the epitome of “figural”. Not only is its chain interspersed with links representing iconic Italian monuments and coats of arms, its large pendant is a work of art too. I will suggest that the central figure is maybe inspired by Verrocchio’s “Child and Dolphin”. The child here, however, is combi...
Fabulous sterling and turquoise flower pin by Frank Patania Sr. The stones are most likely bisbee and the color is deep and vivid. Measuring 2 5/8" by 1 1/2", it weighs 19 grams, is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Please see the matching bracelet to this pin listed separately. They are gorgeous together!
A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver pieces by the noted Mid Century silversmiths from Norway, Else & Paul Hughes: a combination brooch/pendant and/or a 'U' shaped brooch. Else Berntsen and Paul Hughes were part of the Studio Silver Movement in Norway in the early 1960's.
These pieces may be purchased separately or as a pair.
The smaller one can be worn as a brooch or pendant. It is made of oxidized textured sterling and measures 1 3/4" across and 1 7/8" high. Has a large bale so can...
Molten caramel golds and shimmering coffee browns are reflected in warmly mellowed silver in this modernist Mexican pendant necklace with neck ring. Very Scandinavian in design, necklaces of this type are not very common in the world of vintage Mexican jewelry and I consider myself even luckier to have come upon this exquisite example because it is also a pre-1980 creation. Though the necklace could have been crafted at any point between 1948 and 1980, for me it has a distinct early 1970s vibe a...
A mid century modern abstract pendant in bronze by Else & Paul Hughes, Norway.
The pendant measures 2 1/4" long to the top of the bale and 2 1/2" across. Chain is 22" long and has a spring clasp that holds securely. In fine condition. Interesting contrast of the top shinier edges to the darkened patina of the rest of the pendant.
This is the second example of this Studio Else & Paul design that we have seen that is unsigned.
Fine example of one of Studio Else & Paul's classic desi...
A modernist pair of sterling silver earrings by noted mid century New York City jeweler, Sam Kramer.
Measure 1 1/4" long and 1" across.
Have two overlapping wavy pieces of sterling, top is concave and the bottom is convex for an interesting effect.
Marked Sterling and with the mushroom mark of the artist on the back of one dangle. Marked sterling on the back of the screw backs which hold securely.
Have some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.
We haven't seen this design...
A vintage sterling silver hand wrought necklace and matching bracelet with light hammering and angled and curved links. Has connector links made from curved silver with orbs at the ends as seen on pieces by Jack Boyd.
Necklace measures at least 18" long but hard to measure exactly due to the curvature of the links. Signed Sterling. Has a spring closure marked sterling that holds securely.
The matching bracelet measures 7 1/2" long and has a secure spring clasp. Also marked sterling o...
A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant for a necklace or neck ring from Barcelona, Spain by Joyeria Puig Doria. Shaped like an exaggerated teardrop.
Measures about 3" long from the top of the bale and 1 3/8" at the widest.
Has a large bale so will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring.
Marked Made in Spain on the bale. Could not find a Puig Doria mark on this but it is a documented design.
Very nice condition, has some minor scratches and tarnish. Weighs 31 gr. Ther...
This handmade runway neck piece has a center of long, narrow red marquis rhinestones, flat back, rose color, faceted rectangular stones & hand carved rose color drops. These stones are surrounded by many fuchsia & clear rhinestone accents. Everything is attached by hand to a deep rose silk satin panel that ties in a bow in the back. Spectacular! Center part of the neck piece is 7" ((18 cm) x 3 3/8" (9 cm) deep. The partly beaded ribbons extend 15 1/2" (39.5 cm) on either side. Please Note: ...
William DeLillo garnet color crystal necklace from the DeLillo archive. Designed by Robert Clark in the late 1960's, the beads start as four strands at the clasp & then become 8 graduated strands with rhinestone rondelles & gold beads interspersed. On either side is an 1 1/2” gold, crystal, rhinestone & pearl motif. Unworn, the necklace is 16” long (or 32” around the longest strand.) Signed DeLillo on the clasp. It has never been worn. Please Note: All items must have the original in...
A fine, hand wrought sterling silver necklace in the style of the Mid Century Modernist artisans like Henry Steig, Ed Wiener and Ronald Pearson.
Made up of five lightly hammered angled links with three large central 'stars'.
Measures about 16 1/2" long with the stars measuring 1 3/4" wide. Spring closure holds securely. The link along the back is connected on each side by spring clasps so it can be easily removed if you chose to wear the necklace as a choker.
Marked Sterling on...
A vintage sterling silver modernist ring by Owe Johansson, made in Finland. Reminds us of an abstract volcano.
Currently measures about a size 8 but due to the nature of the open shank it is adjustable.
Top measures 7/8" wide and 1 1/8" long.
Marked with the hallmark signature for Owe Johansson, 925S for sterling, and Made in Finland.
Fine condition.
Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.
A pair of vintage sterling silver gilt cuff links with blue, yellow, and teal enamel by David Andersen, as part of the Four Seasons series. We believe this is 'Spring', designed by Thorbjorn Lie-Jorgensen in 1959 .
Marked on the toggles, D-A on Scales, 925S, Norway and Sterling.
They measures 7/8" long and 1/2" wide.
In fine condition, the enamel is bright and vivid. The gilt has a little tarnish.
Classic design.
Two pair of vintage modernist sterling silver cuff links by Hans Hansen, Denmark are available.
The first pair has a three dimensional block or candy bar design. They measure 1 1/4" long, 1/4" high and 1/2" wide. Marked with HaH, Denmark and 925S. Also have the number 643 on the side of the toggles. Weigh 21 gr.
$275
The second pair are oval with central raised domes surrounded by oxidized silver. They measure 1" long and 7/8" across. They are also marked with HaH, Denmark and 925S. Al...
Marked 750 on the connector and 18kt on the spring clasp, a thin yellow gold chain with stations. Weight 3.3 gr.
Charming Edwardian pendant. Variscite cabochon on 14k yellow gold mount with open and alternating leaves and beads. With bail. United States, ca 1910. Excellent condition.
Dimensions: H (without bail) 1 1/8 x W 3/4 x D 5/8 in. #1215
An amazing 970 silver necklace with crescent shaped bezel set onyx cabochons in a cascading design by Antonio Pineda.
This necklace measures about 16 1/4" around with a diameter of about 5". Drops down in front about 2 1/2". Each crescent is about 1 5/8" across.
Has a secure box clasp.
Marked with 970, Pineda Crown, Silver, Hecho en Mexico, Eagle 17 and style number YY 456.
Has some tarnish and minor signs of wear. The stones feel smooth with only one tiny flake to one point. Wei...
This emerald green glass bangle started life during the late Qing Dynasty as one of 2 handles on a ladies rank badge embroidered purse...
The other handle was broken which rendered the purse unusable...and the embroidery was sold separately...
Bangle measures interior diameter 2.75 inches so...it will fit a large hand/wrist...
A vintage triangular sterling silver modernist bracelet from the Jack Boyd studio in San Diego, California. Has flattened corners for an interesting look.
Signed with the conjoined, stylized 'JB' mark.
Measures 2 1/2" in diameter and about 7 3/4" around the inside. Measures 1/4" at the flattened corners. Slips onto my average size wrist easily.
In fine condition with minor scuffs.
Cool, sleek design. Comfortable to wear.
A vintage modernist sterling silver necklace or neck ring from Barcelona, Spain by Joyeria Puig Doria. Shaped like an exaggerated figure eight.
Measures about 14" around the inside. The front 'pendant' measures 2" long and 1 1/2" at the widest. The front section is rigid and not adjustable. You may need an extender for comfort. We have shown it with and without a sterling necklace extender. The extender adds a little over 3". Better for a slender neck.
The necklace closes with a sec...
Made in Porto as is indicated by the hallmarks it bears, this vintage sterling hinged bangle is adorned all around with a repousse architectural design. Crisply rendered, the motifs are easily readable to the eye and the juxtaposition between raised surfaces and recesses enhances the bracelet’s sculpturality. Definitely comparable with similar pieces by Portugal’s celebrated makers like Topazio and Safir, this is a piece worthy to be worn alone but it is equally enjoyable in a stack as you c...
Vintage Georg Jensen Denmark Art Nouveau sterling and moonstone earrings. These have screw backs but could be converted for pierced ears without loss of hallmarks. Measuring 7/8" by 5/8", they weigh 8 grams total and are in fine original condition. Lovely clear blue moonstones. Charming blossom design.
A vintage pair of three dimensional sterling silver pierced earrings, each formed from a single bent and flattened sterling wire with a pearl accent by modernist jeweler, Russell Secrest, (1935-2010).
These hand made earrings measures 3/4" at the widest, 5/8" deep and 7/8" tall. Marked Secrest Sterling on the side of both earrings. One earring is easier to read than the other.
They are opposites so frame the face when worn. The clutches are marked sterling.
Fine condition. Rare mod...
Mid- century modern, minimalist design sterling and lapis Georg Jensen Denmark ring no. 123G designed by Nanna Ditzel . It is a size 7, weighs 11 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. A great wear anywhere, anytime ring.
RARE, vintage Georg Jensen Denmark Modernist sterling ring no. 155 designed by Vivianna Torun for Jensen c. 1960. This ring is a size 6 and in fine original condition. It is bold and beautiful, sitting high off the finger, approximately 3/4". The face of the ring is 1" across. Weighing 11 grams, it is signed with the Georg Jensen post 1945 mark, Denmark 925S, Torun 155. Fabulous!
A wonderful, textural, sculptural sterling bracelet designed by Knud V. Andersen for Anton Michelsen, Denmark, circa 1960. The unique texture resembles that of a tree bark. It measures 8" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. Weighing an impressive 105 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. The pin closure is secure and there is also a safety lock. A terrific piece of mid-century Scandinavian jewelry.
An Arts and Crafts period pendant in 830 silver with 8 bezel set round garnets, 2 teardrop shaped garnets and a central pearl. Also has a bezel set pearl in the bottom dangle.
Marked 830 for the silver standard and what looks like conjoined 'AG' or 'GA'. Has a swivel bale.
Pendant measures almost 1 3/4" high with the bale and 1 3/8" at the widest. The silver colored chain measures 23" long and has a spring clasp that closes securely. Not sure of the silver content of the chain.
Fine co...
A sterling silver bangle bracelet by noted modernist jeweler and sculptor, Russell Secrest.
The heavy solid sterling bangle bracelet measures about 7 1/2" around the inside and 3/8" wide. Weighs about 35 Gr.
Marked Secrest sterling on the inside the bracelet.
Nice contrast of dark and light. Striking 3 dimensional design.
A sterling silver bracelet from Taxco in a modernist design. Made up of twelve hinged concave links in the style of Antonio Pineda.
Marked Santos, Taxco, 925 for sterling and Eagle #3.
Measures 7" around and 3/4" wide.
Has a tongue and box closure which snaps securely.
Has some tarnish and minor nicks and scratches. Weighs 46 Gr.
Fine work.
Deeply carved so as to represent folds in a fancy bow tie the green agate in this big Mexican Deco brooch has beautiful color variation and is pleasantly "soft" to the touch. The substantial stone is generously backed in silver and held in place with sturdy, hand-wrought prongs. Classically Deco, I also find it rather tongue-in-cheek, an elegant "mockery" of the stiffness of "proper attire". The brooch measures 3" wide by 1 1/2" tall and weighs 33.6 grams. It is marked "SILVER MEXICO", dates in ...
Vintage, stylish, organic shaped sterling clip earrings with oxidized areas by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. Measuring 1 1/2" by 1 1/4", they weigh 14 grams total and are in fine original condition. Signed as shown. Interesting and unusual.
Midcentury Modern brooch. A cluster of lapis lazuli berries mounted to irregular and striated 14k gold leaves. United States, ca 1960s. Very good condition.
Dimensions: L 2 1/4 x W 1 1/2 in. Approximate weight: 12.7 dwt. #1208
Sergio is another one of Taxco’s “enigmatic” names. Whether a maestro or a retailer is not known nor is their relationship - if any at all - with the other Sergio whose name is signed in script. Over the years of my buying and selling vintage Mexican silver jewelry, I have come upon a few examples of their work - and I loved them all. The modernist articulated necklace I am presenting here, very much in the spirit of Sigi Pineda’s designs, is the epitome of minimalism. Clean, crisp lines...
A wonderfully crafted sterling silver necklace and bracelet by noted Arts and Crafts metalsmith, Clemens Friedell. Made of oval links with raised roses.
The bracelet is composed of three links. It is marked Clemens Friedell Pasadena Sterling on the back side of the hook clasp. It measures 7" long and 1 1/2" at the widest. Better for a smaller wrist. The hook clasp holds securely. There is a hammer rub or scrape on the outside of the hook.
The necklace consists of nine links. Measur...
One of my favorite insect designs in the world of vintage Mexican silver jewelry, this “machine age” dragonfly is known as a Los Castillo creation yet here it is signed by a “less celebrated” Taxco maestro. What first attracted me to this creature is its “industrial”, perforated wings that make the dragonfly look more delicate but awe-inspiring at the same time. Carefully hand-crafted and perfectly finished, the brooch is decorated with three polished agate cabochons. Green is for sp...
Germany Enamel Shield Travel Charm REU 800 Silver Vintage
Left one from: Munchen, Hofbrauhaus, Germany
Right one from: Konigssee, St Bartholomae, Germany
Size: 7/16" W x 5/8" L (1.1cm x 1.7cm)
Metal: Silver
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Featured Refinements: Sterling Silver Charm
Brand: REU
Style: Charm
Metal Purity: .800
These are lovely over 50 years old Sterling Silver Charm from Germany.
They are great for your fine vintage si...
A vintage modernist sterling silver ring with orbs of various sizes designed by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulta Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek Mid Century Modern design.
The top design measures 3/4" across, 3/4" wide and about 1/2" high. Measures about a size 7 but is adjustable due to the open shank design.
In very nice condition with minor tarnish and some minor surface scratches. Thick sterling.
Marked with the Anvil for the maker, Finland and 925S.
Fine example of ...
Ca 1960 Here is a wonderful 3-dimensional bracelet reminiscent of Jensen USA pieces. Marked Jewel Art Sterling, it measures 6-1/2" x 3/4 and retains its original patina.
An eye catching, substantial gold plate bracelet marked SAL. A thick chain attaches each section and there is light wear (spotting) on the back of the bracelet.The bracelet does not lie perfectly flat and measures 7" x 1/2".
A beautiful vintage crystal necklace with a silver plate filigree clasp. The crystals are graduated while the center features a faceted crystal ball. The spacers are also crystal and the necklace is strung on thin wire. 30"
A sterling silver necklace in an Arts and Crafts Celtic design.
The necklace is not marked, but the clasp is marked 925 for sterling and also has a tiny mark, maybe a stylized 'S' that we can't identify.
Central pendant measures 2 1/8" across and 2 1/4" high including the dangle. Necklace measures 17 1/2" long. Has a spring clasp that holds securely.
Warm patina, quality piece.
American Modernist Sterling and azurite ring
Paul Miller
c.1960s
Weight - a hefty 25 grams
Adjustable band currently a size 5 1/2"
Front - 1 3/4" x 1"
Marked Paul Miller with cypher
Excellent condition
Circa mid-century, this quatrefoil pendant necklace is the work of "JVL". This master silversmith produced work for Antonio Pineda. I have had this exact design cosigned with both "JVL" and the Antonio Pineda crown hallmark. This necklace is not stamped with the Antonio crown hallmark, but the quality and craftsmanship are identical to the Antonio.
The pendant is exquisitely hand-wrought, with four thick onyx half moons surrounding a complex silver design. Pendant hangs on a velvet rope/cord,...
Rebajes sterling silver with a gold wash, turquoise and pearl ring
1950
Size 5
Weight - 23 grams
Marked Rebajes, sterling
Excellent condition
A vintage modernist sterling silver necklace and matching bracelet by Danish silversmith, Arne Johansen with a paisley design. Pieces can be purchased individually or as a set.
Necklace measures 15 3/4' long and 1/2" wide. Has a secure spring clasp. An extender could be added to the back if a longer length is preferred.
The bracelet measures 7 3/4" long and about 1/2" wide. It also has a secure spring clasp.
Both pieces are signed AJ, Sterling, and Denmark. They are both in...
Sized for a man (yet resizable by a jeweler to fit a woman as well) this vintage Mexican silver and carved amethyst "mask" ring attracted me with its unusual brutalist setting. I don't think I have ever encountered a "mask" in a brutalist ring and I was quite thrilled with the discovery despite the fact that the stone was showing its age and the shank was burdened with a huge blob of solder thanks to somebody's clumsy attempt at resizing. It just took some love and a trip to the jeweler's - and ...
A flat top, bezel set jade ring with an ornate gold shank. The ring is stamped 585 along with an unknown maker's mark.
The surface of the stone shows very light wear - free of chips/scratches. Size 3.25.
A late Medieval signet ring of silver engraved with strong cross cultural references of the pelican in her piety and navigation symbols of the moon and stars. During the medieval period many were illiterate and pictorial signet rings served the practical purpose of bearing a mark that when impressed upon clay would authenticate documents.
The Pelican in her piety refers to the medieval fable of the pelican drawing blood from her breast to feed her chicks. The Pelican thus is a strong symbol ...
Estate Jewelry (9281)
