A classic Mexican Deco design the "caviar" can be found in all forms, in all gauges of sterling, with or without stones, signed by as famous a name as Spratling or simply anonymous like the sweet version of it I am presenting here. There is a heart-warming sense of intimacy about "caviar" jewelry...

A vintage sterling silver gilt brooch with green, yellow, teal and orange enamel by David Andersen, in the Seasons series. We believe this is the 'Summer' brooch.

Marked on the back, D-A 925S, Scales, Norway and Sterling.

Measures almost 1 3/4" across and 1 3/8" high. Has a rollover clasp which holds securely.

In fine condition, the enamel is bright and vivid. Classic design.

N.E. From modernist sterling silver bracelet

Denmark

Mid 20th century

6 3/4" long x 5/8"

Weight - 26.25 grams

Marked - NE FROM, sterling, 925s, Denmark

Very good vintage condition

A modernist sterling silver heavy pendant necklace signed Gra-Wun for the Scottsdale Arizona jeweler Ray Graves. The central pendant is textured and layered for an interesting effect. The hand wrought links are concave on two sides.

The pendant measures 2 1/4" across and 1 3/8" high. The necklace measures about 26" in total. Weighs 75 gr. Has no closure, meant to be slipped over the head.

Etched Gra-Wun, Sterling and Handmade on the back. Has a date inscription that reads Aug. 14 1980...

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

Gerardo Lopez was and is known to have made these gorgeous pectoral necklaces that really say it all about the fashion of Mexican silver in the Spratling era. This example is correctly hallmarked as shown and has no damage of any kind. The patina is natural and untouched for as long as I have owned it for several years. What is most interesting is that when you look and compare to another there is often a design element a little different between each other. The drop is 4in. across and 4in...

This famous design is a colorful Pegasus featuring molded plastic and pave rhinestones. Pegasus is 2" long and features an elongated face. This is a design trait of Hattie Carnegie fantasy animal jewelry.

These were also made by Kramer with a value of $275.00-$375.00

Ref: Collecting Costume Jewelry 101, The basics of startling, building, and upgrading identification and value guide by Julia C. Carrol p...

These illustrious earrings are an early example of the luminary, Norwegian silversmith’s artistry. They were made while she was at Norway Designs Plus Studio. As to the individualistic donning of them (and other information), I must defer to Christie Romero’s skillful terseness in, Warman’s Jewelry, Identification and Price Guide, 3rd Edition, Krause Publications, 2002, page 242: “…c...

This bracelet was made by an unknown jeweler who produced a variety of pins and bracelets, often decorated with his signature applied calla lilies and gold-filled leaves. Each calla lily is hand-applied to a horizontal frame, alternating with vertical rectangular panels with a lightly hammered look. The connecting links are securely soldered; the safety chain is original and attaches with a spring ring...

A superb pair of modernist sterling silver cufflinks by Danish master Niels Erik From. The large domed faces center beautiful amber cabochons with strong deep reddish overtones. The amber is surrounded by a border of black patinated silver that contrasts beautifully with the natural silver and the amber. The backs are fully hallmarked for N. E. From with the marks used after 1966.

Origin: Denmark, ca. 1970. Condition: excellent. Size: 1” diameter. Weight: 17.2 grams.

A fine reverse painted Essex crystal 1-1/8" brooch c1900. This pin features a silver plated housing with a c-clasp holding the crystal which depicts a flying swallow with a rose. It is unsigned, 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 vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use...

Tortolani's beautiful jewelry was hand cast in pewter, then hand polished and finished in gold or silver plate. This brooch is sleek in design yet it has much attention to small details. The three faux pearls add a a rounded touch to the piece. 2 1/2" by 2" approximately.

An unusually fine and large 14K yellow gold sunburst brooch set with 105 natural seed pearls surrounded a .33 carat old European cut diamond (graded I, VS2). The pearls have very fine color and lustre. The piece retains its original folding pendant bail and pinstem, so it can be worn as a pendant or brooch...

Red speckles stand out brightly against the dark greenish-black background of the bloodstone plaques featured in this pair of double-sided Victorian cufflinks by Larter. NOTE: the color contrast is more apparent in person than shown in the photos due to the reflectivity of the stones. Bloodstone, or Jasper, is also considered to be the "traditional" birthstone for March, while Aquamarine is considered to be the "modern" birthstone for March...

A Victorian hand engraved sterling silver bangle with a double loop clasp...

An impressive Regency period 15k gold long necklace with ornate slide c1830-40. This superb example measures 62" long, it has a large well-made slide with black enamel, and it is constructed of double pulley-style interlinked gold loops. The 1" across and 1/4" thick slide has an engraved L. Gordon inscription on one side; it is unmarked and unsigned but tests as 15k gold. The slide has holes where a scarab or possibly a cameo was mounted (and another piece of your choice could be mounted on ...

A modernist sterling silver smoky quartz cabs pin from the 1950s. This retro vintage gilt sterling silver pin measures 2-3/8" x 1-1/4". It has a great high style modern angular design. It features claw-set genuine smoky quartz cabochon stones and it is stamped STERLING with a facing double R maker's mark. It weighs 11.1 grams, and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All condition issues are noted. All items are vintage or antique and may h...

This traditional Miao Chinese Minority hair pin would have been worn by young woman for festival. The butterfly motif is in reference to the Miao creation myth. The hair pin is 5 inches long.

This Coro 'Geissmann Screech Owl' 1938 is rhodium-plated base metal with black and red enameling and pave rhinestones, depicting a screech owl in the act of swooping down on its prey.

Robert Geissmann was of German origin, and lived in New York. He was probably a freelancer who occasionally worked for Cor and the jewelry sector. He was an inventive designer, with an extremely realistic style which he combined with a touch of irony giving his chosen subject matter an almost fantasy-like app...

A 14k rhodolite garnets and diamond flower head ring from the 1970s. This size 5-1/4 ring features six (tested) ruby pink rhodolite garnets and a central 2 point diamond in a flower shape 5/16" across setting. This ring is stamped 14K, it weighs 1.6 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 o...

An 18K tri-color gold ring in the inconic "Double C" motif by Cartier, with a stack of yellow, white and rose gold bands terminating in yellow gold C's at the opening. The interior is marked with Cartier's signature, the serial number "F95043", and the design date "1997".

Origin: France, ca. 1997

Condition: excellent

Finger Size: 56 European/8 US (can be opened slightly)

Dimensions: band, 1/4" wide; C's, 5/16" wide

Weight: 5.2 grams

The 20 millimeter round beauty of a stone cameo is depicting a ladies profile and is carved with very fine details. The simple yet elegant 18Kt yellow gold frame comes to a twist on top to create the pendant’s bail that could be worn on a chain or an omega necklace. The height of the pendant is 1 3/8” while the width is 1”.

This is a MIRIAM HASKELL BROOCH ca. 1945- 1965. From a Maryland Estate suburb of Washington, DC

Gold-filled cross pendant, 1880s French Louis XVI revival, the centre with a pink mabe pearl. Height of the cross "2 ¼ / 6, width "1 ½ / 4 cm. Condition: some age wear.

Sterling silver hand crafted modernist bracelet in the manner of Wiener or Levin

1950

7" interior circumference

Bracelet opens for easy entry

1 1/4" tall

Marked 925

Very good vintage condition

This Engagement Ring is from a Virginia USA Estate. Setting is Platinum with an .86 Carat Old European Cut Diamond, VS1 clarity, GH color. There are another 8 Full Cut Diamonds 4 on each side adding another 1/4 Carat Diamond weight or 1.30 Carats total diamond weight. Beautiful Platinum Diamond Ring

14K gold mid century vintage Victorian revival angel skin coral pendant - pin brooch piece with ornate expert rope wirework, granulation and scalloped petal shape bezels holding 5mm angel skin coral cabochons. Marked and tested 14K gold.
Coral beds are being protected, making this gemstone much more desirable as less and less is harvested.
Super vintage condition.
Just over 1 1/4" and can be worn on your favorite 14k gold chain, as a pendant.

$15 USPS Priority/Ins/Track or Free ...

Paul Miller modernist sterling silver brooch with stone

1950

New York

1 3/4" x 2 1/8"

Weight - 15 grams

Marked Paul Miller on verso

Very good vintage condition

An amazing and rare saphiret glass demi parure consisting of a necklace and matching clip back earrings. Marked KRAMER OF NY. Circa 1960. An outstanding find from a Philadelphia estate. Saphiret glass is a unique color changing art glass which was originally developed by the Victorians and was used off and on throughout the 20th century. It is currently enjoying a huge surge in popularity and collectibility.

The earrings are marked KRAMER OF NY. All stones are prong set. The metal is goldto...

Absolutely stunning very big Danish sterling silver modernist vintage 1960s statement size ring with luminous blue green abalone shell inlay, by Danish jewelry maker Arne Johansen. Marked 925S and DENMARK, and signed AJ. Ring size 7. Great size -- the top is 1 3/8 inches long, 5/8 inch wide, and stands 1/4 inch off the finger. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.

Lovely 14K gold and sapphire pin. Pierced floral wreath interspersed with 6 square-cut sapphires. United States, ca 1930s.

Diameter: 1 1/2 in. Weight: 3.9 dwt (6.1 g). #1182

This novelty scarecrow pin in gold tone metal is a not so spooky scarecrow. He sports a straw hat, corn cob pipe and a crow perched on his arm. His eyes are faux turquoise beads, His nose is a coral colored bead. The crow has a red rhinestone eye. Lots of details and textures. His legs move. It is 2 1/4" long and 1 1/2" wide. It is not hallmarked. Excellent condition.

A pair of 18K yellow gold clip-on earrings from Elsa Peretti’s “Comma” collection for Tiffany & Co. These are the large size, which are quite difficult to find. The design was inspired by the simple, sweeping curve of a comma. When worn, the arc mirrors the shape of the ear for a sleek, contemporary look. Each earring is marked by Tiffany and signed Peretti. Only the small size (less than half as long and about a third the weight) are currently available at Tiffany for $3,000.

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A masterfully handcrafted antique diamond and platinum engagement ring is centered by an approximately 1.20Ct old-mine diamond. The center stone that is not certified has K-L color and VS2 clarity. The intricately detailed openwork setting is further enhanced by fourteen smaller single-cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 1.45Ct. The ring is a size 7 ¼ and can easily be sized.

This Trifari pin is 2 3/4" tall by 1 1/2" wide. There is a small rhinestone missing. This pin has a crown Trifari mark.

A wonderfully naughty Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold ring depicting a couple engaged in mutual oral stimulation. Victorian and Edwardian erotic jewelry is extremely rare, having been made only for the daring few who were willing to wear such things in public. Like other pieces of erotica, the designer was charged with making the object look as innocent as possible, only revealing its true nature upon very careful and prolonged inspection. Upon first examination, this ring appears to be a typical...