Rare sterling silver cuff bracelet set with 2 obsidian stones designed and signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Front panel is 1 1/2" high. Inside measures 5 1/2" from end to end. The opening gap is 1 1/2" wide. Will fit up to a 7 inch wrist. Weighs 70 grams, 2.5 oz. Beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Signed WS 925 WILLIAM SPRATLING, TAXCO, MEXICO, eagle 30.

A handsome pair of 14K gold double-sided cufflinks, the faces set with dark green jasper plaques. The gold has a soft “bloom” sometimes seen on jewels from the late 19th century. The jasper plaques are deeply colored, appearing nearly black except in bright light when the green comes through. Tested and guaranteed 14K.

• Origin: America, ca 1930
• Dimensions: faces, 19/32” x 9/16”
• Condition: excellent, all original
• Weight: 11.8 grams

Egyptian revival necklace

C. 1920

Finely crafted silver necklace with gilt accents displaying crisp details and above average quality

16" long

Rectangular elements measure 1 1/4" x 1 5/8"

Very good original condition

Lovely vintage sterling triangle link necklace number 319 designed by Bent Gabrielsen in the 60's for the Hans Hansen company. It measures 15" long and the links are 1" by 1/2". The clasp is an invisible hook, so the necklace looks continuous when on the neck. It is in fine original condition and weighs 74 grams. Signed as shown. This will become your go to necklace. Wear it with anything and go anywhere, with style.

A pair of hollow yellow, rose and white gold spiral earrings marked with a star 668 VI 750. The butterfly clutches are tight on the posts. 1-3/8" x 1" ~ 8.8Gr.

The feeling of the roaring twenties comes alive when one looks at this original period piece. The 14Kt white gold filigree frame hold an octagonal shell cameo bust of a lady decorated by a collar that is further enhanced by 3 round diamonds. The brooch that measures 1 ½” by 1 7/8” also has a bail, which makes it very versatile since it can be worn as a pendant as well.

A very pretty pierced wedding band depicting rose gold Tudor roses alternating with yellow gold clusters of cherries. Each rose is centered with a synthetic ruby. Rubies from the Retro period are almost always synthetics because the mining of natural rubies was not possible during World War II. The design is very crisp. Tested and guaranteed 14K.

• Origin: America, ca...

This unique piece of jewelry dates back to the 1940's or early 1950's. The top is a pink and yellow gold geometric design broach that holds the rectangular watch. The watch has a pink face and marked "BLACK STARR & GORHAM". The movement is a 17 jewel GIRARD PERREGAUX. The watch is in working condition. Total weight of the watch with the movement is 9.4 grams. The safety clasp on the pin and the inside of the watch case are both marked 14Kt.

Beautiful repousse' work in this elegant design by William Spratling brings the piece to life. Weighing 23 grams and measuring 3" x 2" the brooch was designed as a dress or fur clip. Spratling designed this piece in a few different sizes. For comparison see the 4" x 3 1/2" example also listed on our site. All in beautiful condition with excellent patina. The larger size is included in the permanent collection of 20th century Mexican silver at LACMA.

George Kramer Modernist/Deco 835 silver and amber bracelet

Germany

1930s

Marine life, boats and lighthouse motif

This substantial statement bracelet measures 7" long x 1 1/2" wide

Weight - 89 Grams

Marked with the G/K hallmark, 835 and 31

Very nice antique condition

RARE OFFERING:Presented for sale is a historic place card holder for James Hagerty at a meeting between President Eisenhower and Lopez Mateos in the Hotel El Mirador on Feb.19,1959, hand made by Los Castillo, Mexico,1959. Hagerty was the Press Secretary for Pres. Eisenhower. The placard reads:"CENA PRESIDENTES LOPEZ MATEOS-EISENHOWER EN EL HOTEL EL MIRADOR ACAPULCO,GRO. 2-19-59 SR.JAMES C.HAGERTY". Signed, "LOS CASTILLO TAXCO" on the bottom, the piece is in excellent condition...

Alfred Karram sterling silver bracelet

1960's

Face - 1 1/4" x 2 5/8"

Interior dimensions -1 7/8" x 2 1/4"

Marked Karram sterling

Very good vintage condition with minor surface scratches and two tiny dings

Quite an unusual statement ring is this 14Kt yellow gold enamel and ruby snake ring centered by a 5 millimeter faceted natural ruby. The approximate weight of the ruby is 0.50 Ct. The ring is a size 4 and it can easily be sized.

Beautiful angel skin coral woman and hand chased gold(tests 14k) cameo pin/watch pin, c.1860. The hand-carved cameo and the hand-chased gold is exquisite and it measures 1 7/8" wide by 1 1/2" high. The angel skin coral has a faint pink blush and the carving shows an 18th century profile or a woman. The back has a "c-clasp" and a watch pin so can be worn either way. Excellent condition and beautiful......$18 for insured US Priority Mail shipping.

A very fine piece of 1 ¾” long tubular green jade is the centerpiece of this high karat gold broach. The straps and vine design is enhanced by a moving and working rectangular bell on the bottom. The height of the broach is 7/8” including the bell.

American Modernist Sterling Mid Century Brooch w/Pearl

Bill Tendler

c.1950s

2 1/2" x 2 1/8"

Excellent condition

Stamped Tendler Sterling

Pentti Sarpaneva modernist bracelet

830 silver with banded agate

Abstract flora

Finland

1960's - 1970's

6 9/16" long

Center element - 1 13/16" x 1 1/2"

Fully hallmarked [see picture]

Very good vintage condition

Anna Brilanti signed her work Victoria in Taxco and was one of the first women to design and produce quality jewelry and hollowware in Taxco. This necklace is one of her beginning works and it is a published design in WILLIAM SPRATLING & THE MEXICAN SILVER RENNASAINCE By Penny Morrill. The silver is thick and weighs 135 grams. The entire piece is deeply hand chased. There is no damage of any nature and has a beautiful natural patina. This is a statement piece as it is 1.5 in. wide and 19.75in...