Alfredo Villasana was one of the finest Maestros of the Mexican Silver Renaissance. This treasure is a hand made pectoral that is shadow boxed with a nielo underneath and leaves styled and cut out with precision running across the top. The necklace weighs 105 grams of thick silver. The wearable length is a mimimum of 17 inches. No repairs or damage just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
These pair of 14Kt yellow gold and garnet earrings is a 1960-s revival of the Victorian style. The top part of each earring is set with a 3 millimeter round faceted garnet, while the movable bottom part is centered by a 5 millimeter round cabochon garnet. The earrings have French backs for non pierced ears. If needed it would be possible to convert the backs. The length of the earrings is 1 ¼” and the width is 7/16” at the widest part.
Description: sterling vermeil, rhinestones and rose opal cabochons.
Hallmark: Reja, sterling
Dimensions: 2 5/8" x 1 5/8"
Condition : Excellent
Circa 1946
These late arts and crafts sterling silver earrings are handwrought and formed as oak leaves with a ‘berry’ at the base. They were made by Albino Manca (1896-1976), an Italian sculptor and metalsmith who lived and worked in both Italy and New York. (There is a statue by him in New York’s Battery Park). The earrings have very secure clip backs, and the mark of A. Manca Sterling is found on the back of one earring. They each measure 1 inch long by 1 inch wide. Gross weight:7.8 grams total
A set of six matching hand-carved unset shell cameos depicting a woman, perfect for a bracelet or necklace. They measure on average 5/16" x 7/16" and they dates to the 1930s. Two of them have their original MADE IN ITALY stickers - they are old store stock from a jewellery store that closed many years ago. They are all in the less common rectangular shape. They are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs...
Description: gold tone metal, rhinestones
Hallmark: Jomaz with copyright
Condition: Excellent
Dimensions: 1 7/8" x 1"
Reference: Costume Jewelry 202
This pair of large lotus earrings are made and signed by Gerardo Lopez. His repousse is always heavy and of exceptional design elements. 1.5in. by 1.25in. screwbacks. Perfect pairing with the Lotus necklace and clamper cuff. No damage and reveals a dark natural patina.
Peter Ein-Hod modernist sterling silver ring with green stone
Israel
Mid 20th century
Size - open back, currently 6 1/2"
1 1/4" tall
Marked Peter Ein-Hod, St Made in Israel PH
Very good vintage condition
A vintage Mid Century Modern pair of sterling silver cufflinks by the American silversmith, Ronald Hayes Pearson. Heavy and solid, these cufflinks measures 1 1/2" across. Toggles are marked Sterling and hold securely. Signed Pearson Sterling on the backs. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches. Very cool mid century streamlined design.
The rectangular panel of this silver pin has interesting, different textures on back and front. The panel is curved and scalloped along the top and bottom edges with tiny beads and blocks in the mold, creating a quite complex design. The cabochon chrysoprase is prong set above a circular opening, bisected with a flattened silver rod. The rollover clasp is secure; the back of the pin indicates .835 silver. The pin measures 1 ¾ inches long (including the rod) and 1 1/8 inches wide.
This is a Knotted Single Strand CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE with fifty-eight Pearls measuring from 9 to 9.5 mm. This Necklace is joined by a 14-Karat yellow gold floral tongue-and-groove Clasp. That Clasp is set with one Pearl measuring 7.5 mm surrounded by ten round Faceted Rubies weighing approximately .40 carats and thirteen smaller Pearls measuring 3 mm. Length: 22 in (55.9 cm). Beautiful Color and Texture dating 1980 to Present
An elegant pair of French 18K yellow gold double-faced cufflinks, each face set with four rubies in star mountings surrounding a central rose cut diamond. The gemstones add a very attractive sparkle and color without being overwhelming. The faces are connected by gold chains. Stamped with French 18K marks.
Origin: France, ca. 1900. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 13/32" diameter. Weight: 4.1 gr. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: diamond, .02 ct; ruby. .05 ct.
Centered with an intensely violet amethyst, this Victorian pendant will add a pop of rich color to any wardrobe. The gold setting in a fleur-de-lis pattern is adorned with natural seed pearls that contrast beautifully with the intense color and brilliance of the large amethyst. This piece was originally a brooch, but now has new life as a wearable pendant. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
Classic deep natural green jade necklace measuring 21" long with 8 mm beads. Hand knotted between each bead. The clasp acid tests 14 kt.
This Miguel Melendez hinged bangle is patterned with irregular shaped 1 mm thick silver tiles or pavers, fitted into one another kind of scaling or print. The channels or recessed portions are highly oxidized and the brighter polished areas provides a great play on light-to-darkness.
It is hallmarked with two (2) separate circular marks and an assay stamping. One mark is the the lower case "m" surrounded with a large "C" followed by Taxco...
Very decorative 14k Victorian hinged bracelet, c.1880. Unmarked but tests 14k and there is a 24 carat rose gold overlay. Beautiful applied Etruscan design sits atop the bracelet. Measures 3/4" wide and the inside circumference is 5 1/2" and weighs 40 grams. Has safety chain. Excellent condition......$45 for insured US shipping.
A vintage French Art Deco carved jade green Bakelite and chrome pin c1920s-30s. This 2-1/4 x 1-1/8" unsigned pin has a safety clasp 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 vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Tracked Packet shipping to the U.S...
Early large scale silver and onyx link bracelet, Mexico, c.1945. This 5-link bracelet measures 2" wide and the inside circumference is 7". Very beautiful. Signed "SILVER MEXICO" and is in excellent condition.....$12 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.