Janiye [Miye Matsukata] modernist sterling silver brooch

1950

2 1/2" long

Very good vintage condition

Famous NYC modernist Bill Tendler(1924-1981) made this sterling pin, c.1950's. The pin is signed "TENDLER STERLING" and is in excellent condition. It measures 1 7/8" at the widest point. Photographed on page 82 in MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960 by Schon....Insured shipping is $11 in USA and NYS residents pay sales tax.

A rare sterling silver cuff bracelet by Salvador Teran with a shadowbox design.

Marked Salvador, Sterling, Mexico, and Design 165. Pre Eagle. Measures approximately 5 1/4" around, with a 1 1/4" opening and 7/8" at the widest. Made to fit snuggly. There is no give so can not be adjusted.

Has some tarnish, dents and scratches. It is a little bent. See photo.

Lays comfortably on the wrist. Heavy and well constructed. Striking design.

This Victorian style 1960-s 14Kt yellow gold ring is centered by a 0.45Ct oval faceted natural ruby. The center ruby is flanked on either side by a 3 millimeter cultured pearl. Both sides of the shank are richly decorated by a carved design. The ring is a size 6 ¾ and can easily be sized.

Classic large sterling screw back earrings by William Spratling, Mexico, c.1945. They each measure 15/16" square by 1/4" thick. In excellent condition, they are signed "SPRATLING SILVER(in oval) WS SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO".....$10 for insured USA shipping & applicable NY tax.

Sterling hinged cuff by Sigi Pineda, Mexico. Measures 2" tall at front and 6" as shown. Will fit a larger wrist as well as cuff opens. Excellent condition.....$13 for insured US shipping.

A modernist brooch with a prong set amethyst frog on a stylized sterling silver leaf by noted Mexican silversmith, Carmen Beckmann. The leaf has raised veins contrasting with a smooth surface.

This piece is marked Sterling Beckmann and Mexico on the back.

It measures 3" long and 2" at the widest. Has an rollover safety clasp that holds securely.

This brooch is well constructed with layers of sterling. Love the three dimensional quality of the frog. Amethyst is in fine condition...

This one piece sterling silver buckle would be stunning on a black velvet sash! It was made by Unger Bros in the early 20th century. The ornamental design is a classic scroll and acanthus. The buckle is 4 1/4" x 2 1/2". Marks are 925 (sterling) and the Unger Bros markIt is in excellent condition.

A vintage sterling silver hand wrought necklace and matching bracelet with light hammering and angled and curved links. Has connector links made from curved silver with orbs at the ends as seen on pieces by Jack Boyd.

Necklace measures at least 18" long but hard to measure exactly due to the curvature of the links. Signed Sterling. Has a spring closure marked sterling that holds securely.

The matching bracelet measures 7 1/2" long and has a secure spring clasp...

This is a 14K GOOD LUCK CHARM Designed as a 4 LEAF CLOVER with HEARTS making up the "Clovers". The size is 1" X 1". Both sides have a Genuine Pearl; the side with a Florentine finish has a pierced design that reads: GOOD LUCK TO YOU. Clearly marked 14K on the second side... date this Outstanding GOLD CHARM ca. 1950- 1965. From a Maryland Estate with many LARGE Size Gold Charms

The abstract and intricate design of this ring completely captures 1950s Modernist design. Stamped 585, which indicates 14K gold. However, I am unable to test this ring and am selling it as unknown material. It appears to be sterling, sterling plate, or white gold plate. The pearl appears to be cultured. Size 6.5.

Being offered are a pair of modern sterling silver earrings by V. Wilson; Earrings made of silver discs featuring masterful hand hammered work for extraordinary accent; inset turquoise stones at the center. Dimensions: 2 3/8" diameter. For pierced ears. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

A modernist sterling silver heavy link bracelet signed Gra Wun for the Scottsdale Arizona jeweler Ray Graves. The links slope towards one direction for a three dimensional effect. Measures 8" long and 1/2" across. Has a hook closure which holds securely. Marked Gra Wun and Sterling on the back. His sterling jewelry is hard to find. Well made and fine condition.

Structural sterling silver modernist pendant by seminal jewelry designer Phyllis Jacobs. 2.25" tall from top of the bail. Corretly signed "Phyllis" as shown. Circa 1950s Excellent condition.

Large scale sterling bracelet similar to Los Castillo design by Elna, Mexico, c.1947. This 10-links bracelet measures 2 1/8" wide and from 6 3/4" to 7 1/4" long. Wonderful geometric Mayan design. Signed "ELNA STERLING MEXICO 925 IMPSAY" and in excellent condition....$9 for insured USA shipping.

A antique necklace from Yemen with 11 butterscotch resin beads accented by ornate silver beads.One or two beads show wear where someone tested them for amber.The width of the beads range from 7/8" to 1" and the necklace measures 22-7/8".

A vintage modernist brooch with a thick etched sterling rhombus over another open layer by Anna Greta Eker for Norway Designs Studio Plus. Haven't found another example of this brooch.

Measures 2 3/4" long and 2" high. Has a rollover clasp that closes securely. Marked with the stylized ND for Norway Designs Plus Studio, 925S, and A G EKER in script.

Has a little tarnish and some scratches. Some may be able to be buffed out but not where the etching is...

Wonderful, versatile sterling Coro clips. They can be worn together as a brooch as shown here, or separated and worn as clips (great on a hat or belt). The set has a patent number which dates its production as beginning in 1931. The back of the Duette has the patent number and is marked sterling and Coro Duette. The earrings are marked sterling. Duette measures 2 1/2" high, 2" wide. Earrings are 1 3/8" high, 1/2" wide.