Completely handmade, this sterling silver pin is formed similar to a stylized sprig of lily-of-the-valley. It also bears an engraved inscription on the back that reads: “Anna F. Davies/The College Settlement of Philadelphia/1898-1941.” Davies was a founder of the settlement movement, and ran this settlement house during those years. The pin is also marked sterling and has a secure safety catch. It measures 3 1/8 inches long by about 1 inch wide. Weight: 19.5 grams

A vintage signed Forstner sterling silver engraved hinged bangle bracelet c1940s-50s. This bracelet measures 2-3/8" x 2-1/4" (across the interior/inside of the bracelet), and it is 3/4" wide. It is hand-engraved on both the front and back side, with an allover design. It has a buttonless (hidden) clasp and a safety chain, and it weighs 28.9 grams. This item is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A true vintage c1930 brass and tortoiseshell celluloid balls and chain necklace. This 16-1/2" necklace has free-swinging brass-mounted celluoid balls which are 1-1-1/2" long; it has a hook and loop catch and it is unsigned. This necklace is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A charming souvenir ring produced by Gorham for the St. Louis Exposition of 1904. It has retained most of its detail, and commemorates the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. The front depicts the head of Thomas Jefferson, who was president at the time of the Purchase. Inside the ring band is the combined Gorham mark, patent date of 1903, the official souvenir stamp, and ‘sterling’; the entire combined mark is stamped and raised...

This linked handmade silver bracelet features a series of hammered, oxidized panels with scalloped edges. The applied decoration consists of leaves and stylized vines in a pinwheel pattern, reminiscent of late arts and crafts design; the pinwheel motif is repeated on the four-lobed connecting links. All elements test for silver except the spring-ring clasp, which is in good working order and appears to be original...

Formed as a delicate spray of three flowers, this Coro sterling silver pin has an unusual design, unlike much of the company’s Sterling Craft line. The Sterling Craft pieces were hand-constructed, with an arts and crafts look; many had a Scandinavian influence, but this piece is quite naturalistic and more complex in construction. It measures about 3 ½ inches long by 2 inches wide by 1 inch deep. It has a secure rollover clasp. Weight: 18.6 grams

A gold plated rhinestone floral pendant on chain necklace from the 1920s-1930s. This 2-1/2 x 1-3/4" gold plated pot metal pendant and 21" link chain features yellow rhinestones in the centre of flowers along with leaves; the chain has a springring clasp, and this necklace is in very good original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some minor losses to the plating on the pendant and chain...

I have some new information about and pictures of this rare, Coro. I will add all as soon as possible. This 2-piece set is beautiful. The necklace / choker measures 16 1/2" long. It has an adjustable hook closure (marked Coro in script). Each of the 7 colorful cabochons are set in decorative, heavy gold tone, with a clear rhinestone accent. The matching bracelet measures just under 8" long and is also marked Coro (in script) on its clasp. It has 6 cabs...

A cool vintage 1930s silver plated 17-3/4" long necklace featuring glass domes with foiled backs resembling black opals, alternating with links with metal flowers. Each link is 3/4" across, and this unsigned necklace has a hook clasp. This item is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A vintage Edwardian sterling silver and graduated seed pearl 3-3/8 x 1/8" bar brooch c1910. This pin is stamped STERLING, it has a safety catch, it weighs 6.0 grams and it is in excellent original 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 secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface shipping to the continental U.S...

This sizable, hand-constructed leaf pin is nicely decorated with applied berries and graceful stems. The secure rollover clasp is original to the piece, which dates around 1950-1960. The pin is unmarked, but it tests definitively for sterling silver, and has Scandinavian influences in its design. It measures 3 3/8 inches long by 1 3/8 inches wide. Weight: 17.7 grams

A vintage c1900 Essex crystal flower basket brooch in a gilt brass setting. This unsigned pin features fine colouring and gilding and it has the original c-clasp. Essex crystals were a Victorian period fancy, with the crystal being reverse carved then hand painted to show the detail of the design. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a lift of the brass on the left side from the original making of the piece...

A funky, vintage c1930s necklace consisting of chain-link blue-stained clear celluloid links with suspended dyed blue wooden balls. The celluloid is a pale yellow with blue staining, the royal blue wood balls are suspended from brass hooks and the clasp is a gold-plated brass. This 16-1/4" necklace measures 1-3/8" across the blue beads, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A thoughtful design with a sense of movement distinguishes this sterling ring, set with what is likely a tourmaline cabochon. The band is composed of two strands of hammered silver that gracefully curl around the finger. The strands also curl around the bezel mounting, which holds the untreated sugarloaf-shape stone. It is marked sterling. The stone and mounting rise to just under 1/4 inch; the ring is sized at a 6 scant.

A vintage Art Deco 17" facetted rock crystal graduated necklace c1920s. This necklace consists of crystal spacers and beads ranging from 3/16" to 5/8" wide, it has a sterling pearl strand style clasp, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of stretching to the stringing. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may ha...

This sterling silver pendant features a textured surface and is in the shape of an Asian-like symbol. It is marked 925 on the back, along with an unidentified mark. It measures 3 3/8 inches long by 1 ½ inches wide. Weight: 43.7 grams

This whimsical pea pod pin is handcrafted and decorated with a curling vine, the peas made of graduated malachite beads strung on a wire. The rollover clasp is secure, and the pin is well balanced when worn. It measures 2 ½ inches long by ¾ inches wide. It is conservatively dated at 1960s, and could be older. The pin is marked sterling.

A colorful studio piece molded as an abstract, modified circle and enameled in browns and blues. The back bears a secure rollover clasp on one side and a pendant bale on the other. The piece works best, however, as a pin. There are some illegible marks on the back; although the pin does not indicate silver, it does test definitively as silver, but not sterling. It measures 2 inches by 1 ¾ inches. Weight: 11.9 grams

This 1950s necklace has a very clean and classic design, and is well constructed with secure, rope-like chain. The central part of the necklace evolves into a thicker but elegantly entwined chain and tapers off toward the ends. It has the original spring-ring clasp. The jump ring bears an 835, indicating silver content. The necklace measures 17 inches long. Weight: 20.4 grams

This substantial, silver link bracelet is reminiscent of ornate Renaissance jewelry. It is sharply molded with flowers, leaves, vines and beading in openwork panels linked with bars. The largest center panel features a securely prong-set amethyst. The bracelet has a fold-over clasp in good working order. It is a nice quality piece, probably European .800 silver. The bracelet measures a little over 7 inches long; the largest panel in the center measures 7/8 inch wide. Gross weight: 24.5 grams

This lovely earrings and brooch set has a beautiful, ribbon design in silver. The brooch measures 2 1/2" x 1 3/4". The earrings are clipbacks and measure 1 1/2" x 1". All pieces are marked EMMONS. The earrings are also marked PAT. PEND. This 3-piece suite is in excellent condition.

This silver bracelet is composed of a complex series of interwoven links, some cast to appear as wound with wires. The tongue-and-groove clasp is quite secure, and there are jump rings for connecting a safety chain if needed. The back of the clasp is marked Argentina with an obscured lozenge mark that most likely indicates silver content, likely .900. The bracelet shows a strong test for silver. It measures 7 ½ inches long by about ½ inch wide. Weight: 26.4 grams

Lovely bar pin with two green tourmalines set in a sterling bar pin. It measures 2" long and has a "c" clasp. The signature looks like "VAV 935 or 925". It is quite lovely.....$7 USA insured shipping.

An unmarked but tested 10kt gold enhancer with a lovely emerald cut blue topaz stone. The setting measures 3/8" x 3/8"; including the latch 1". The latch has an inner diameter ( opening of 3/16") so it's not for larger beads.

A vintage 1940s Danecraft sterling silver 2-1/4" across flower pin. This cast silver pin has a safety catch and it is stamped DANECRAFT REG. US. PAT. OF. STERL.. It weighs 16.8 grams, and it is in excellent condition with no 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. Surface isured shipping to the U.S. starts at $6.75 (oth...

An Art Deco period amber crystal sautoir necklace c1920s. This 16-1/4" beauty features hollow amber crystal tube links and faceted crystal beads with gilt brass spacers and loops; the crystal drop measures 2-3/4" long with a large 5/8" wide faceted golden amber crystal bead with brass fittings. It is signed Czechoslovakia on the jump ring and it has a springring catch, and it is in very good original condition with no chips, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than a very tiny chip to t...

This Cini sterling Zodiac Sagitarius pin is 1 5/16 x 1 3/8".

An Art Nouveau period sterling silver buckle shape sash brooch circa 1900 1910. This antique 2-1/2" x 1-5/8" pin has ornate deep hand engraving. It closes with a c-clasp and it has STERLING as well as P&B in hearts maker's mark for Paye & Baker Mfg. of North Attleboro, MA (1901-1960?). This item is in excellent condition with no monograms, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Expedited tracked air post starts at $19 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insurance included. Items paid with a ...

This vintage set is made of 950 silver. The brooch measures 2 1/2" x 1 1/2". It has a nice, engraved scene (as do the earrings). The brooch has a trombone closure and is marked SILVER 950. The matching earrings are screw backs and marked SILVER 950, as well. The top of the screw backs are marked SILVER with a hallmark of an A. The Suite weighs 1/2 ounce and is circa 1940s-1960s.

This silver pin has an intriguing, dynamic design of overlapping hollow half-moons. The asymmetrical feature of the design is sophisticated, and the piece is well constructed with a substantial feel. It has a secure rollover clasp and is marked Industria Argentina on the back. There is also a code that looks to be U51 and a partial silver mark in a diamond reserve, most likely .900. The pin measures 2 1/8 inches long by 1 1/4 inches at its widest part. Gross weight: 16.7 grams

This simple but sophisticated ring features a lovely, polished dyed blue chalcedony is securely prong set in a sterling silver mount. The setting displays openwork shoulders with light embossing. The inside of the band is marked sterling and shows an unidentified maker’s mark. The stone exhibits no scratches or other signs of wear. The stone measures stone 7/8 inch long by 5/8 inch wide. The ring is a size 5 ¼.

A hand made large silver and glass Arts and Crafts pin brooch. This fine 2-5/8" pin has a trombone clasp and a hand hammered finish evocative of Arts & Crafts jewelry. It has a large cabochon glass stone which looks like natural agate stone and we think this pin predates 1920 but we aren't positive (however glass stones were used in earlier examples). It is unsigned and it tests as silver. It weighs 35.0 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, d...

Large scale and well constructed silver plate bracelet with great classic design, c.1940's. Very heavy gauge and measures 1 1/8" wide with inside circumference at 7 1/4". Has safety chain and interesting locking device. Excellent condition. Intricate, well designed, and unisex....$7 USA insured shipping plus applicable NY tax.

This great pin / brooch, circa 1950's, has a nice mod design. It measures 2" x 1 1/2". It features a mod foliate, floral and leafy motif, with buds. The "buds" are onyx cabochons. The back is marked TAXCO STERLING 925 in a circle with the artist's / silversmith's initials LC in the middle. This piece is in great condition and weighs 14 grams / .5 ounces.

It has been a while since I offered jewelry from Peru and this is the first in a series I will be presenting in the next few weeks. Very reminiscent of the style of Graziella Laffi, the so-called “Spralting of Peru”, the figural combination brooch / pendant at hand is adorned with polychrome enamel, hand-chased details and oxidation. The colors are vibrant and the workmanship of very high quality,. Yet what I like the most is that sense of imminent motion, so intense one can almost see the b...

A classic design of engine-turned engraving on both sides. The cuff links are in nearly unused condition; there are areas of tarnish, which should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth (an applied polish could remove the gilding). The bridge bars and hinges are secure, and there is no sign of metal stress. There is a mark of 835 on the bridge bars to indicate silver content; the name ‘Goldfront’ also appears, as well as an unidentified maker’s mark. The larger sides measure a little over ...