Fayence brooch with the Zodiac motif of two fish, relief-carved against a black-glazed background, all in Picassoesque style, c 1960. W: 3,5 cm. Condition: fine.

This mid-century kinetic design necklace is the work of Erika Hult de Corral.

It's a stunning signature piece which features an extra-long length of 28 1/2". Erika Hult de Corral studied at the Parsons School of Design in Paris, later on working with both Sigi Pineda and Enrique Ledesma before opening her own shop.

Moon crater balls and long tubes combine on the sides, with a centerpiece which has free swinging pendulums of varying lengths...

A well crafted sterling silver three dimensional pendant with a lapis cabochon. This pendant is suspended from a 28" long sterling chain meant to be slipped over the head. Pendant measures 2" long and 1 1/2" across. Bezel set stone measures 1/2" long and 3/8" across. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Interesting layered design.

Silver and cornelian arts & crafts earrings by CARL RUOPOLI, a designer for Black, Starr & Gorham, c. 1930's. These rich earrings(for pierced ears) have the beauty of Georg Jensen designs - they are rich and decorative and each measures 7/8" square. Each is signed "BY C. RUOPOLI STERLING" and are in excellent condition. They may have been converted from screwbacks but the marks have not been touched........$10 for insured US shipping.

A vintage twin pearl ring from the 1960s with one cultured and one black Alaskan diamond hematite pearl in a 10k yellow gold setting. This size 7-1/2 ring features a 5 mm. cultured pearl with silver cream lustre set next to a similar sized black "pearl". This fine ring is stamped MIL 10K, it weighs 3.2 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A carefully crafted copy of one of Hubert Harmon's Mexican designs, this fabulous sterling silver and amethyst belt buckle is anonymous yet, as quite often is the case, the lack of a signature does not affect the piece's quality and beauty. Based on the workmanship I suspect this may be a Casa Maya example. Casa Maya issued many of Harmon's designs in brass primarily yet they did make them in sterling as well and quite often pieces in their parures went out in the marked without full hallmarks...

Excellent, elegant circa 1940s necklace by William Spratling, arguably the most important name in Mexican Silver. Heavy for it's size, this solid liquid silver necklace is constructed of hollow silver bars over seven silver chains of variying lengths. This design is understated, and extremely rare. The shortest chain measures just under 15" in length. The necklace is authentic and bears Spratling's circa 1940s stamp. Excellent vintage condition.

With dazzling colors ideal for every season, this wonderful 18 karat gold pin is decorated with blue and green enamel. This delicate finish is in near-perfect condition. This stunning pin dates from the 1960s and is most likely Italian-made. The diameter of the brooch is 1 1/2 inches and the mark on the back is "750".

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

A beautiful and early vintage sterling brooch in the form of a turtle, with a huge cut glass center stone, clear paste stones, and red glass stones as eyes. Circa 1920. Not marked but tests positive for sterling silver. Possibly French.

A classic collectible Art Deco piece, and currently perfectly of the moment as well...

A vintage modernist pendant by Jens Ib. Bluitgen, who was head of the design workshop of Georg Jensen from 1953-1961 before going out on his own. Made in Denmark. Three lightly hammered sterling curved shields with an oxidized dark patina suspended from a sterling heart shaped neck ring.

The pendant is marked 925S for Sterling, IB for the maker and Denmark. Measures 4" long and 1 1/8" at the widest. The pendant has some minor wear to the finish on the front and tarnish on the back...

Circa mid-century, this is a gorgeous sleek modernist bracelet from Antonio Pineda.

Composed of ten thick circle links, this is a truly remarkable piece. It feels as good on the wrist as it looks, heavy and luxurious, fluid and flexible. Closure is a tight and secure tongue in box. Safety chain is original to the piece.

Measures a closed, wearable length of 7 1/4", with a width of 3/4"...

A Victorian 14k yellow gold diamond ring with a nice quality antique round cut diamond circa 1890-1900. This antique size 7-1/2 or 7.5 ring features an approximately 18 point antique cut diamond in a sunken star setting (measured by gauge) with hand engraved shoulders. The ring is unmarked with the stamps having been removed when the ring band was re-hooped in the past but it tests as 14k, and the diamond has been tested also. It weighs 4.8 grams. Appraisal no longer present...

A beautiful pair of heavy 14K yellow gold and platinum cufflinks by Larter, each face featuring a bezel-set old European cut diamond. The faces are worked with engine-turned engraving in a complex sunburst and floral pattern, while the platinum borders are engraved in a beaded pattern against a stippled background. Even the hinged bridge connectors are beautifully engraved. The diamonds are of nice quality and good color...

Rare matching set of sterling silver and blue guilloche enamel cufflinks, 6 stud buttons, and two hinged hat pins in their original box from Birks Jewelers of Canada. The hatpins are amazing, measuring 10.75 inches long. The enamel is an ice blue with slightly off white circular band with gold wiring on each side. The enamel head on the hatpin is mounted on a rotating silver back and the pin is made from steel. Rims and backs are sterling...

Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold pearl pin depicting delicate flowers amidst their leaves, covered by a total of 32 pearls and seed pearls, hallmarked on back 18 ct. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE! Width: Just over 2 inches Height: approximately 5/8 inch Weight: 7.6 grams

A heavy pair of mid-century double-sided cufflinks, the faces woven from gold rope. The overall look is similar to the Parisian work of Georges Lenfant. The back faces are smaller for ease in putting them through the cuff. The faces are joined by figure-8 connectors stamped “14K.”

• Origin: America, ca. 1965
• Condition: excellent
• Dimensions: larger faces, 1/2” x 1/2" x 1/2”; smaller faces 3/8” x 3/8” x 3/8”
• Weight: 23.4 grams

Signed by Hector Aguilar this "Mask" parure is known to be designed by Valentin Vidauretta. When you look at two links side by side they form a mask. The link is 6/8th's inch tall with the parure weighing 91 grams. The silver is thick and speaks volumes with it's sleek presence. The bracelet is 7in. long, necklace is 16.25 in. long and the earrings are 1.25in. long. No damage or flaws and this is collector, museum quality. Exceptionally scarce, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

A concave sterling bangle signed Hans Hansen Denmark 925S. For a smaller wrist and hand, it measures 2-1/4" ( inner diameter), is 1/4" wide and weighs 29.2gr.

Vintage sterling silver and rosewood cuff bracelet designed and signed circa 1943-45 by Taxco, Mexico / American designer William Spratling(1900-67)...

This necklace was produced by P. Ochoa in Mexico City during the 1930's - 1940's. One seldom comes across the work of this silversmith, whose work closely mirrors that of Matilde Poulat. This necklace is hand-wrought with a carved onyx face/mask sitting within a highly detailed repoussé headdress. The centerpiece measures 1 13/16" x 1 15/16". End to end, which is also closed, wearable length, measures 21". Weight is 63.4 grams. Signed and hallmarked "P Ochoa 925 M". Collector...

A magnificent vintage platinum brooch formed as a floral bouquet featuring three primary blossoms tied at the bottom with a ribbon, and set with a mix of old single cut, old Swiss cut, old European cut, old mine cut, early modern brilliant round cut and French cut diamonds and round brilliant cut sapphires. The center flower features a .83-carat, old mine cut diamond of fancy cognac color and SI2 clarity; surrounded by sapphires. A flower bud is represented just above by a prong-set .34-carat ...

Handmade 14k bangle by Ronald Pearson, Rochester, N.Y., c.1950's. Although unsigned, I have previously had this design in both gold and silver signed by Pearson. Beautiful turned design, it is a classic modernist piece. The oval design measures 2 5/8" by 2 1/2" on the inside, and the inside circumference is 7 1/2". Of good weight, it is 1/4" wide and weighs 15 gms.....$20 for insured USA shipping. NYS residents pay sales tax.

An Edwardian brass bangle bracelet with an antique portrait cameo circa 1910. This beauty has fine and detailed design elements and lots of openwork and the hand carved shell cameo is thick and well carved. This hinged bangle has a pushbutton box clasp and it measures 2-5/8 x 2-1/4" across the interior and 1-1/8" at its widest. It is unsigned and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded ...

This is a 14K Gold Mermaid Charm & measures 3/4" X 1/2". Clearly marked 14K on her back. Ca. 1950- 1970 in Excellent Condition. Seductive like a Mermaid should be. jpgs provide more detail

Early large Sam Kramer sterling screwback earrings with moonstones and opals. Dimensional and in two movable parts they each measure 2" long by almost 1" wide. Each is signed. Excellent condition......$35 for insured US shipping.

Bracelet season is here! Flower power mid century well made gold plated matte enamel link bracelet signed: K in a circle and Made in Taiwan. Well made with ten colors, which include one red flower, of matte surface enamel poured into brass chambers of flowers and leaves happily dancing against a cobalt blue and cerulean blue background.
7 3/4" end to end X 1 1/2" wide X 2mm thick.
So hippy dippy 60s yet so today! Strong push box clasp. Don't let this one get away. A perfect gift fo...

An abstract sterling silver and exotic wood pendant suspended from what looks appears to be the original chain. Signed on the back of the pendant with script initials or characters, 925 and S.S. for sterling silver. The sterling is connected to the wood with rivets for an industrial feel.

The pendant measures 2" long including the bale and about 3/4" across. The 18" hand crafted chain has a secure toggle closure. The pendant has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.

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I have a weakness for Italian silver jewelry and vanity pieces from the opening decades of the 20th c. and enameled compacts with figural decoration are a big favorite of mine. I admittedly don’t “powder my nose” yet these small treasures are worthy of being proudly displayed as miniature works of art. The richly-colored, very nicely detailed courting scene at the center of the compact at hand is a marvel in and of itself. But this round “box” keeps giving with its intricate cutwork th...

Sterling bar pin with Victorian design by Unger Brothers, Newark, c.1900. It measures 2 1/4" long by 1/4" wide and is signed "UB STERLING 925 FINE". Has "c" clasp and is in excellent condition.....$10 for insured USA shipping. NYS residents pay sales tax.

An elegant 18K yellow gold bracelet in a modified curb link design, with alternating links set with round diamonds. Despite its substantial weight, the openness of the oval links creates a delicate appearance appropriate for daily casual wear. The added sparkle of the diamonds allows the bracelet to be worn for dressier occasions, too. The bracelet is signed “Cartier” and has the serial number “Paris 68219”.

Origin: France, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Size: 8-1/5” long; 5/16...

A Native American tribal sterling silver bar brooch circa 1920s-30s. This unsigned 2-1/2 x 3/8" pin is in the style of Fred Harvey, and it features a natural green turquoise cabochon stone and symbolic engraving, with snakes, arrows and the sun. It has a simple c-clasp and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, dents, monograms, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; al...

Period retro 14k(585) bracelet with five amazonite stones, Germany, c.1940. it is signed "585 S.F" and the inside circumference measures 6 7/8" by 7/16" wide. Has safety lock and weighs 20 gms. Excellent condition with good retro design.......$18 for insured USA shipping. NYS residents pay sales tax.

A very unusual piece for a golfing enthusiast is this 14Kt yellow gold enameled golfing bunny broach. The multi-color enamel is in good condition except for a small chip on one of the green leaves next to the ball. The broach measures 1 7/8” high and 1 ¼’ wide, and it is marked 14Kt and MARTINE as a maker’s mark.

Unusual sterling ring featuring a gemstone quality tiger-eye, which shows incredible fire and graining. The impressive setting holds the large stone, which measures 1 6/8" x 1", high above the finger. Signed "Pinegem Sterling." Approximately size 7. Very good vintage condition with a few minor scuffs to the stone which are only noticeable upon close inspection.

A Valentin Vidaurreta design made in Hector Aguilar's taller. Hallmarked Altamirano as Hector Aguilar gave him permission to hallmark this design. A rich and tasteful size with the center link 1.25in. tall. The velvet has been cleaned and is in perfect condition. I will give a custom made velvet for what ever length that you prefer. The weight is 51 grams heavy and there are no dents or repairs. An absolute dream to wear with anything, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!