Robert Larin - modernist sculptural pewter necklace.

Pendant - 4" long. Necklace 5" x 5 1/2" in diameter.

Condition - excellent.

This 1940's Los Castillo necklace is a magnificent showpiece. Likely designed by Margot van Voorhies Carr / Margot de Taxco, It's composed of twenty one double leaf panels which are connected by rivets, creating a necklace which lays perfectly on the neck. Quite substantial, weighing 176.8 grams. Measures a closed, wearable length of 15 1/2", with a width of 1". Signed and hallmarked with the early linear marks "Los Castillo Taxco Sterling Mexico", and the design # 124...

A first design period sterling silver cuff bracelet by William Spratling. This cuff, known as the 'Dog Bone', measures 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 3/8" and 7/8" wide at the ends. Probably could be slightly adjusted if needed. Marked with the incised WS with Spratling Made in Mexico in a circle mark, and Sterling. Has some minor scratches and tarnish and some very tiny dings. A true find for the collector.

A vintage Art Deco 2-5/8 x 1-1/8" sapphire crystal and white rhinestone brooch c1920. This pin has white metal mounts and a safety catch; it is unsigned and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor yellowing to some of the stones. 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...

This mid-century necklace is an absolutely stunning piece, with deeply incised swirling links, silver domes, and tiny silver beading. Exquisitely hand-crafted and collector quality. Looks fabulous on and lays perfectly upon the neck. No maker's mark, but the design itself, along with #54, indicate that this is likely the work of Reveriano Castillo. Measures 15 1/2" closed, wearable length...

This beautiful large vintage Wedgwood England black and white cameo pin/ brooch is set in a silver frame. Subject matter depicts cherubs at play while the dog sleeps under the tree and the cherub plays the horn. It measures 2 1/8" x 1 1/2" . It is in excellent condition. It is marked on the back F04 (=1904).

Art Nouveau is written all over this wonderful 14Kt yellow gold stickpin. The flowing line design is centered by a 7 X 5 millimeter oval faceted bezel set amethyst and the bottom of the design enhanced by a 3 millimeter natural pear. While the stickpin is 14Kt gold, the safety clutch as usual is gold field.

Classic pair of vintage mother of pearl double sided cufflinks, comprised of silver bezel set oval shaped pearls, gold plated backs, unknown makers mark and P. Size: 3/4" L x 1/4" W. Very good condition.

This size 6 14Kt yellow gold eternity band is channel-set with 25 brilliant cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 1.00 Ct. The ring is 3 millimeter wide, and it cannot be sized.

Large mixed metal fish pin by Rafael Dominguez, Mexico, 1943. Primarily made of 960 silver, there are copper and brass inset accents "marrying" the metals. Wonderful pin measures 3 3/8" long by 2 1/8" wide and is signed "RD 960". In excellent condition but there is some separation where silver is married to the one brass accent(see photo #2)......$11 for insured US shipping.

This beautiful, sterling silver bracelet measures 7 1/2" long. Each link features a dark, multifaceted stone with iridescent colors. The stones are bezel set. The V-spring box clasp is marked on each piece: the V-spring has the Mexican Assay mark with a 2 inside the spread eagle. The box part is marked with words in a circle; but all I can make out is PLATA 925.

A delightful vintage 18K yellow gold brooch in the form of a leopard by Fred of Paris. The leopard's spots a created of black enamel and his eyes are set with round emeralds flanked by round single-cut diamonds. The gemstones are of superb quality, as expected from one of the world's great jewelry houses. The brooch has a two-prong clip on the back. It bears French 18K gold hallmarks and is signed "Fred-Paris."

Origin: France, ca. 1960. Condition: excellent. Size: 2-3/8" x 1-9/16"...

A wonderful Art Nouveau 14K gold ring in the form of two intertwined snakes surrounding an opal cabochon. The ornately coiled snakes are beautifully detailed. The opal has attractive play-of-color, with a preponderance of green and blue with sparks of red and orange. Tested and guaranteed 14K.

In the 19th century, snakes in jewelry symbolized eternal love...

Modernist sterling silver and tiger eye ring circa 1970s from the workshop of Kultaseppä Salovaara Ky of Finland. This vintage sculptural design ring epitomizes clean restrained Finnish style. It has an adjustable / open band and the genuine tiger eye round gem is pinioned in the center so it moves. Kultaseppä Salovaara Ky mark, 925 and Finland with a design mark. Current ring size 8. This item is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs...

This pin handmade silver pin, probably .800 silver, is formed as three stylized flowers constructed on three flat shaped panels. The piece has an arts and crafts feel, with a tiny bit of porosity in the silver. It is quite substantial, with a secure safety clasp. It measures about 3 inches by 1 inch.

A modernist sterling silver ring #A112 by Georg Jensen, designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow Hube. Measures 7.25. Has a highly polished surface. Marked Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, 925 S Denmark and style #A112. In very nice condition with minor nicks and scratches. Great modernist design.

Early Mayan design clip by William Spratling, Mexico, c.1931. It measures 1 1/2" by 1 1/2" and is signed "WS". Excellent condition. See item #596625 for a larger, heavier, and more intricate version, made as a brooch.....$12 for insured US shipping.

A chariote sterling pin signed Aidan Toronto. This fine studio .925 sterling silver 2-5/8 x 1-1/2" pendant pin features a Charoite stone. Charoite is a rare mineral found in Russia and introduced in 1978 (named for the Chara river). It has an unusual lavender purple swirl appearance and the silver mount accents this movement. This pin is signed AIDAN TORONTO HANDMADE SILVER 925, and it has a safety catch as well a loop for wear as a pendant and another loop for wear horizontally...