A sterling silver modernist brooch by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. This brooch has a thick sterling wire overlay with an oval moonstone cabochon on a darkened, oxidized surface. Measures 1 1/4" tall and 1 3/8" at the widest. Has the stylized 'p' hallmark, phyllis and sterling on the back. Nice contrast between the oxidized and shiny sterling layers. Rollover clasp holds securely. Has some minor surface scratches. Classic Phyllis design.
A vintage modernist sterling silver ring from Finland by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa Oy. Wave design. Thick, solid silver. Measures almost 1 1/4" across the top.
Marked for Auran Kultaseppa Oy, Finland silver standard, 925, Town mark for Turku, and U7 for 1973 on the bottom of one edge. Also marked with the maker's mark and Finland on the opposite side. About a size 6.5.
In very nice condition with minor surface scratches and some tiny nicks along the edges...
These great Billiken earrings havea gold nugget "navel." They are suspended by screwbacks that are marked 1/20 12K GF with a maker's mark I cannot make out. The Billikens themselves measure 5/8" x 1". They are in excellent condition. They could be a possible match to my Trocadero item #771672. They would also make great charms if removed from the screwbacks.
A vintage Art Deco Czechoslovakian French Jet (black glass) and brass filigree necklace c1920s. This 17-3/8" necklace is graduated and it measures from 1/4" to 1/2" across the faceted glass beads, which each have brass caps and loops. It has a springring clasp and it is marked CZECHOSLOV on the loop. This necklace is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Attention all watch affeciandos! This vintage set of gold plated cufflinks is wonderful intricately designed exact replica of the traditional mechanical Elgin and Swiss watch movement. One cufflink is a 15 jewel Swiss watch movement, marked on the face HALLMARK SWISS, 15 JWLS 3 ADJ, E BLANKPAIN FILS, AR FS, the back marked 700 A. The other cufflink is an Elgin, marked Elgin U.S.A., 20664491, S F, the back stamped with the same number. Both stamped PAT PENDING. Measurements: 3/4 in diameter...
A horseshoe shape portrait shell cameo recently mounted on a vintage giltwood frame. The 2-1/8 x 5/8" hand carved vintage 1930s - 1940 cameo is from a collection of unused store stock (NOS), and it is set on a blue velvet ground. This would make a great and unusual gift, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs...
Clip earrings, flowers made of red lacquered gilt metal and small glass beads. Bohemian, early 1950’s with impressed mark Czechoslovakia. Diameter c "1/ 2.5 cm. Condition: fine.
A wildly designed 18k yellow gold custom made ring featuring an emerald cut pale rose pink topaz gem stone circa 1970s. The trade marks are worn so tested for gold content.
This size 5-1/2 or 5.5 ring weighs 5.0 grams and the pink of the topaz is subtle and attractive. It is a genuine topaz. It measures 3/4" x 9/16" across the setting and this attractive ring is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
A reminder that your love can never be untied. Gift him with this solid pair of 14K yellow gold double (love) knot cuff links made by Tiffany & Co. This classic set is quite heavy, the connectors marked "Tiffany & Co 14K". Included is their Tiffany pouch, circa 1970. Weight: 21.7 grams. Size: 1" x 1/2". Condition is excellent.
Fabulous fun! Old plastic newly restrung on sturdy elastic. A great dramatic piece. 2 1/2" high, disks 1 3/8" wide.
Part of an assembled demi parure the bracelet of which I will be presenting in the next couple of days, this sterling silver Danish necklace is one of Jensen’s classic designs. Elegance and impeccable craftsmanship defy the whims of time and fashion and here we have a piece of jewelry that falls under that magical category. These earlier creations of Jensen’s retain the soft, silky sculpturality of Danish Skønvirke work and the patina the silver develops over time only enhances that quality...
This is an ANTIQUE ONYX AND GOLD FILLED FOB with a GRECO ROMAN SOLDIER INTAGLIO. The size of the FOB is 11/16" X 1 1/4" long including the ring; the Fob alone minus the Large Chased Ring measures 11/16" X 11/16". FOUND attached to a FILIGREE LINK 14K YELLOW GOLD CHAIN which is 13" long. Date this GF FOB ca. 1900; the CHAIN ca.
1925- 1950.
A vintage sterling silver and pearl hand wrought choker necklace and matching bracelet by the California Modernist, Esther Lewittes. May be purchased individually or as a set.
Necklace measures 14 1/2" long but hard to measure exactly due to the curvature of the links. Probably closer to 15". An extender could be added to the back if necessary. Signed Lewittes Sterling. Has a hook closure that holds securely.
The matching bracelet measures 7" long and has a secure spring clasp...
A modernist, heavy, sterling silver ring from Denmark, designed by Knud V. Andersen in the highly sought after bark design.
The thick curled wrap style ring with a bark like texture measures a size 7. The shank measures 1/2" at the widest. Marked 925S KVA Denmark.
This ring can not be resized without disrupting the design.
Fine condition, dark patina. Feels great on!
A superb pair of vintage, mid-century platinum earrings with green tourmalines and diamonds. The large rectangular step cut tourmalines contrast beautifully with the surrounding ribbons of diamonds and the whiteness of the platinum settings. The pairing of tourmalines and diamonds isn’t terribly common and gives these earrings a special appeal...
Art Smith modernist copper brooch
1950's
4 3/8" x 1 3/8" at widest point
Weight - 35 grams
Marked Art Smith in script on verso
Excellent vintage condition with original
oxidation
A modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by the noted NYC jeweler, Ed Wiener.
Measures approximately 5" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures about 3/4" at the widest. Signed ED WIENER STERLING. Has some minor tarnish and surface scratches. Heavy and substantial.
Fine example of Mid Century Modernist studio jewelry. Looks great on, hugs the wrist.
This is from a DC Metro Estate. Posted here is a much sought after Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ring with Onyx accent stones. The Diamond is one carat, european cut, S13 I1 Clarity, HI Color.
Surrounding that Diamond are multiple faceted onyz stones. Ring size is 7 3/4 .... great ring