Velazquez is known for his folkwork style in Mexico City. Repousse carved tops and puffy moth links were his specialty. This amethyst center is a gorgeous glowing stone. A roomy, approximately 17in wearable and a 1 1/8 inch at it's widest point in the drop make a clean, tasteful size to wear with anything and go anywhere. The weight is 53 grams with no damage, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
ROMANTIC, ADORED AND DEVOTED...This vintage pair of handcrafted sterling silver cuff links was made by modernist jewelry designer Gonzalo Moreno in Taxco, Mexico circa 1945, having a simple design and excellent craftsmanship, initials RAD; mark on back showing wear but readable STERLING, MORENO, MEXICO; Measurements: 7/8 in wide x 5/8 in high approximately. Condition is excellent with minimal patina of old silver.
Handmade 14k bangle by Ronald Pearson, Rochester, N.Y., c.1950's. Although unsigned, I have previously had this design in both gold and silver signed by Pearson. Beautiful turned design, it is a classic modernist piece. The oval design measures 2 5/8" by 2 1/2" on the inside, and the inside circumference is 7 1/2". Of good weight, it is 1/4" wide and weighs 15 gms.....$20 for insured USA shipping. NYS residents pay sales tax.
Bold vintage German silver Art Deco locket and stylized geometrical patterned chain combine to create neck pizazz. The locket opens easily to hold two large pictures. The chain measures approx. 11 3/4"L and the locket measures 2" x 1 1/2" x 1 3/4" wide approx. The bale adds another 3/4" to the locket length. Excellent vintage condition. Wonderful piece that commands attention.
Substantial 18K C1840 diamond cluster ring with 8 round diamonds in a crimped collet setting surrounding a central natural gem, sherry brown topaz and hand set with a decorative band with carved flourishes along the shoulders...
A 14k yellow gold heart pendant with diamonds from the 1970s. This classy and stylish 1 x 9/16" (including bale) pendant has wave-like styling on one side and a row of 9 genuine diamonds on the other side. The diamonds are approximate 2 points each (by gauge) and this pendant tests as 14k gold (any marks are obscured and not easily seen). It weighs 3.3 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...
This fine estate diamond and ruby cluster ring is mounted on a 14K gold band and shows with vintage luster. It retains a sizing bar which may be removed.
Exceptional design for an exceptional person. This is a wonderful pair of vintage 14K white and yellow gold double-sided cuff links, having a stylized rectangular shape, the face designed in white gold with wheel cut ribbed design defined with a stylized diamond pattern, the yellow gold bar marked 14K and makers mark. Weight: 6.1g; Size: 3/4" x 1/2"; Condition is like new.
A wonderfully rare mixed-metal Curio Medallion brooch by George Shiebler. The pin comprises four individual medallion plaques, each in a different metal and each depicting a different Olympian god...
The "Aztec Roses" motif is a classic for Mexican silver cuff bracelet from the Deco period. They are usually executed en repoussage, come in all widths and configurations and the most "famous" ones are signed by Sanborn's and Maciel. The impressive in heft and presence example I am presenting here differs from most in that its repousse work is closed in the back with an additional sheet of sterling...
A vintage modernist pair of sterling silver earrings by Antonio Pineda, Taxco with dangling hoops.
Measure 1/2" at the widest and 2" high. One earring is marked with the Antonio crown, 970 and an Eagle mark. The second earring is marked Hecho en Mexico. Clips hold securely. These earrings have some dings to the edges, surface scratches and some tarnish.
Well crafted, classic Pineda design.
A Victorian period 1 x 1" (not including loop) 14k yellow gold man's watch fob with a seal-style monogram insert. This fob has a nice embossed design and a fancy suspension ring; it has a WRA inset initial plaque. It weighs 3 grams...
Irena Bryner modernist sterling silver earrings
1950's
1 5/8" long
Marked I.Bryner
Very good vintage condition
A spectacular pair of Georgian natural seed pearl chandelier earrings, boxed, made in England, mid 19th C, Pendeloque style having tiny seed pearls threaded with gut onto mother of pearl backs, set on marked 18K white gold screw backs. The upper and lower parts of the earrings comprise tiny pearls threaded in circular rows with a central larger pearl. The box marked G. Altman & Co. Fifth Avenue New York. Measurement: 2 1/2" long from the top of ear loop by 3/4" wide at widest point...
Francisco Rebajes sterling silver clip back earrings
Mid 20th century
1 1/2" x 3/4"
Weight - 11 grams
Marked Rebajes, sterling
Very good condition
A Mid Century Modernist pair of screw back earrings in two layers of sterling silver by Peggy Miller, an American studio jeweler who worked in Baltimore in the 1950's -60's. These earrings measure 3/4" across one end and 5/8"across on the other end. Measure 7/8" high. Screw backs hold securely. Signed Peggy Miller Sterling on the back of each earring. Nice contrast between the darkened background and the top layer of sterling. Great mid century design.
Stunning statement vintage 16 strand necklace of undyed natural Mediterranean salmon to red coral beads, with a large goldtone metal sliding element with cannetille
wirework, and a matching goldtone metal hook clasp. Circa 1940. 17 1/2 inches long and about 1 inch wide. It weighs 126 grams. The beads are about 1/8 inch
wide or 5mm by 4mm. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
Silver gilt earrings from the years just after the French Revolution, with hallmarks used 1798 – 1809. “Poissarde” (fishmonger’s wife) model with hinges fastening in the front motif, in this case a faceted ball. The little loops stopped the earrings from sliding forwards in front of the ear lobes. Diameter "1 / 2.8 cm. Condition: fine.