All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1980 item #1452090
A very fine lapis plaque (Afghan quality) with beautiful even violetish-blue color set in a 14K gold mounting. The stone is held in place by gold scrolls reminiscent of cresting waves. The same design follows down the side of the shank. Afghan lapis has no eye-visible white calcite spots, but may have some sparkly pyrite, and is the highest quality level. The interior of the shank is stamped “14K China” and has an unknown maker’s mark...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Retro : Pre 1970 item #1362646 (stock #9599)
A Wedgwood blue jasper oval sterling silver pin dated 1965. This 1-13/16 x 1-1/4" pin is in the famous mat finish Jasperware porcelain and it depicts a classical scene. It has a sterling mount (marked SILVER) with a safety clasp and the plaque is marked WEDGWOOD MADE IN ENGLAND S65 (for 1965). It weighs 10.5 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1970 item #418786 (stock #T 1344)
A vintage floral foliate spray pin brooch simply stamped BAER STERLING for modernist Marjorie Baer, perhaps an earlier hand made prototype piece prior to going 'designer' production? Leaves are chased.
3 1/4 X 2 1/4" with years and years of darkening in crevices. Very very nice Unpolished condition with good safety catch...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1950 item #1267647 (stock #291241158443)
Description: pot metal completely paved with diamond like clear rhinestones. The eyes, brow, and mouth are cut open areas. The headdress is of fans of clear baguette crystals with a cluster of ruby red crystal chatons at the top and as earrings

Dimensions: 2 1/8" square.

Hallmark: Reinad. The last letter is not visible.

Reference: Brunialti, A Tribute to America, p213

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Gold : Pre 1960 item #1406215
A fine pair of mid-century modern 14K yellow gold and diamond cufflinks by Larter. The heavy gold faces are decorated with parallel lines and the canted edges are bead-set with brilliant round-cut diamonds. The diamonds are of very good quality, estimated at I color, VS clarity. The stones are set in white gold enhanced with milgrain borders. The backs are completed with the older type of toggle mounting. The backs are stamped with Larter’s hallmark.
  • Origin: America, ca...
  • All Items : Estate Jewelry : Platinum : Vintage : Pre 1940 item #1270213 (stock #7081)
    An Art Deco platinum diamond solitaire ring circa 1920s 1930. This elegant diamond is a European brilliant cut, 0.90 carat, VVS-2 clarity, L-M colour. The ring is a size 7-1/2. It is stamped 10% IRID. PLAT. to indicate that 10 per cent of the metal is iridium. This is a great engagement ring choice for those who like clean classic design, and it goes well with any bridal style...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1187125 (stock #J2367)
    This graceful sterling silver ring is formed as a stylized snake with an impressed band starting at the head and tapering to the tail. The impressed area is nicely oxidized and decorated with contrasting circular elements, one of which serves as the snake's eye. The patina is soft and is nicely enhanced by the oxidation. The inside of the ring bears the partial marks for sterling, Mexico and its maker, the preeminent Taxco workshop of Los Ballesteros. The ring is sized to a 7 scant...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Bakelite : Pre 1940 item #1201664 (stock #02302)
    A vintage French Art Deco carved jade green Bakelite and chrome pin c1920s-30s. This 2-1/4 x 1-1/8" unsigned pin has a safety clasp and it is in excellent 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. Tracked Packet shipping to the U.S...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1448524 (stock #1101489)
    Circa mid-century, this bracelet is the work of Felipe Martinez / Piedra Y Plata. Martinez, who had worked with Hubert Harmon in the 1940's, opened his shop "Piedra Y Plata" in 1950. Before opening his shop Martinez had been an expert sculptor. Features six dense green stones and a superb modernist design, Martinez was known for selecting spectacular stones, and this bracelet does not disappoint. Measures a closed, wearable length of 6 3/8", with a width of 11/16"...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1930 item #270754
    Elegant pair of screwback earrings, each featuring three outstanding 6-mm pearls clusted around small white zircons. The pearls are of exceptional quality--quite similar to Mikimoto. The body color is a bright white with silvery overtones. The skins are smooth and the lustre is very nice. The white zircons have the appearance of diamonds and were often used as diamond substitutes in the first half of the 20th century...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1920 item #697948
    modemodern
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    Fabulous early silver necklace with round and baguette paste stones, and a huge cut glass center pendant framed by paste stones. 1900 - 1920. Possibly French. Not marked but tests positive for sterling silver. With a dainty slide clasp also set with stones. The square link side chain is made to fall slightly to the sides so the stones on the chain are visible from either side. From a Philadelphia estate.

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

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1475097
    Being offered is a rare circa 1955 handmade sterling silver bracelet designed by Hector Aguilar of Taxco, Mexico. Comprising modern swirl design links with bezel set obsidian stones; tongue & box closure. Dimensions: size 7 1/2 x 1 1/2 inch wide. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Great weight.
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Georg Jensen : Pre 1970 item #1473517 (stock #4209)

    Vivianna Torun sterling and rutilated quartz dew drop necklace

    Mid 20th century

    The torque neck piece should fit a 16 1/2" neck

    The rutilated quartz drop measures 3" long while the stone itself is 1 3/4" x 1 1/4" wide at its widest point

    Weight - 60 grams

    Each element is marked Torun and Georg Jensen

    This necklace is in excellent condition, the stone is a nice size with substantial rutile

    Torun - Winner of the prestigious Lunning prize ...

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1920 item #763767 (stock #01276)
    A 1-1/2" x 7/8" World War I era Canadian Army Service Corps pin c1914-18. This pin has a diaper pin-style clasp, the pin and applied shield are both stamped 9Ct, it weighs 3.1 grams, and it is in excellent original 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 secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use. Tracked surface shipping to the U.S. starts at $19 (other ...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1920 item #1195357
    This Coro gold tone swan brooch has white & black enamel neck and tail accents. Green and yellow enameling for grass and flowers. Red and clear rhinestones.

    Dimensions: 1 7/8" x 1 1/2"

    Condition: Excellent. Hallmark: Coro Pat pend.

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1359805
    A handsome man's ring worked in 14K yellow gold and featuring a saddle cut lapis cabochon. The mounting is engraved in the angular foliate style typical of Egyptian Revival jewelry of the 1920s. The color of the gold is bright yellow, with perhaps a slight tinge of green, that nicely accents the rich colors of the lapis. The interior of the shank is stamped "14K" and also has an unidentified maker's mark.

    Origin: America, ca. 1930. Condition: excellent; nice detail. Dimensions: 7/16" wide...

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1900 item #160076 (stock #vc0041)
    carol lane
    $1950.00
    Rare offering:Coveted aesthetic movement flora and fauna theme showing sterling dimensional beetle on a leaf pin, by George Shiebler, New York, 1880. This beautiful piece has a slight gold wash on the leaf highlighting the silver beetle and measures 2 1/4" wide by 2 1/8" wide. It is signed "Shiebler mark STERLING 1416" with original Shiebler locking device. Excellent condition except for tiny 1/8" antenna missing, which can be replaced.....$16 for USA insured shipping & applicable NY tax.
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1352688 (stock #4068)

    Jane Wiberg modernist sterling silver and stone ring

    Denmark

    Mid 20th century

    Size 6

    This unique and substantial ring weighs 17+ grams

    Very good vintage condition

    Marked Jane Wiberg, sterling

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Gold : Pre 1940 item #1320323
    A classic pair of Art Deco chrysoprase cufflinks set in 14K yellow gold. The chrysoprase have very good yellowish-green color and are cut in high-domed cabochons. The faces are connected by chains. Tested and guaranteed 14K.

    Origin: America, ca. 1930. Condition: excellent, all original. Dimensions: 3/8” diameter. Weight: 7.1 gr.

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1980 item #1025719
    "The Phoenix Arises" necklace utilizes seven different sizes and colors of stones in the beads,body,and eyes.

    This showy pendant measures 3 1/4". It is articulated to move freely with wear. The chain measures 23" from end to end with a manual spring ring clasp. Clean and original and in excellent condition.

    Vintage, circa 1960's - 70's, FABULOUS peacock necklace was designed by Erwin Pearl. The chunky gold link necklace features faux plastic lapis and jade accents. The necklace was s...

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1980 item #1216360 (stock #2820)

    Tapio Wirkkala Silver Moon modernist pendant and chain

    Finland

    1972

    2.5" diameter

    Markings pictured

    Very good vintage condition

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #955499 (stock #deLil34SJ)
    Fantasy Jewels
    $1,600.00
    Unusual and high style deLillo set. The necklace has a removable 2" extender so that it may be worn at two different lengths. The center marquis pendant creates a very dramatic look, and the detailed filigree work on the back of the necklace adds to its beauty. Elegant costume jewelry set created for the House of DeLillo in the 1970's. This piece is the prototype designed and executed by Robert Clark, former Chief designer for Miriam Haskell. A limited edition followed its creation. This prototy...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1374446 (stock #3887)

    Modernist sterling silver cuff links

    Unique free form design

    1950s

    1 1/4" x 7/8"

    Weight - 15.82 grams

    Marked sterling

    Fine vintage condition

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Victorian : Pre 1900 item #1347359 (stock #9464)
    A 15k sardonyx cameo Etruscan style watch or locket pin brooch from the 1860 era. This fine mid-Victorian 2-3/4 x 7/8" pin features a fine carved genuine sardonyx male warrior portrait mounted on an Etruscan style pin with ornate wirework. It is unsigned and it tests as a high 15k (a bit below 18k) and it also has a hook for the suspension of a watch or locket. It weighs 7.8 grams and it is in very good condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses or damage other than some gold soldered ...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Gold : Pre 1910 item #1369491
    A pair of 14K yellow gold Edwardian flat cufflinks, the faces unusually set with amethyst cabochons amid intricate engine-turned engraving. The connectors are marked "14K."

    Origin: America, ca 1900

    Condition: excellent

    Dimensions: 5/8" x 1/2"

    Weight: 6.5 grams

    Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: .58 carat

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1336525 (stock #3562)

    Carolyn Gleick Rosene modernist sterling silver brooch

    1950

    2 3/4" x 1 1/2"

    Weight - 16.50 grams

    Marked - Rosene, Hand Made, Sterling on verso

    Excellent vintage condition

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1438541 (stock #JJ3927)
    A vintage sterling silver Mid Century Modernist bracelet by Betty Cooke.

    Has polished and satin finished silver disks connected by a curved wire.

    Measures about 8" around and probably can be adjusted because of the open design.

    Signed Cooke and sterling on the back. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.

    Comes with the original signed box and card Box has some soiling.

    Well made with a stunning design. Great studio piece.

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1910 item #956184 (stock #J974a,b)
    Here are two charming sterling silver scatter pins formed as ladies’ heads complete with bonnets and flowing hair. They are typical of the highly detailed cast work of Unger Bros., of Newark, NJ, during the Art Nouveau period. Both have secure C-clasps; one looks to have been replaced, perhaps during the 1920s. The fine features are intact and the maker’s mark well struck. Each pin measures 3/4 inch long by 5/8 inch wide. 4.4 grams total
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #703723 (stock #01131)
    Enrique Ledesma Mexican sterling inlaid pin. A stunning, ultramodern vintage 1950s Mexican sterling silver pin by Enrique Ledesma. This 2-1/8" x 1 1-1/2" modernist pin features what appears to be a rough mixture of azurmalachite inlaid in an undulating silver brooch. It has a rough, naturalistic texture, with small losses revealing malachite below, and it has a safety catch; it is stamped LEDESMA TAXCO 925 with a bell mark. It weighs 15.0 grams and it is in excellent original condition with no ...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Cufflinks and Accessories : Silver : Pre 1950 item #1201945
    A fine and very early pair of silver cufflinks in the “Maya” pattern by Margot de Taxco. Margot established her own studio in 1948. The “Maya” pattern, displaying a strongly-featured native Mexican man in profile, became one of her iconic designs. The cufflinks are generously sized and retain a nice patina. The backs of the faces are stamped with marks used before the introduction of the eagle system in 1948, so the cufflinks can be dated to a very early date for Margot.

    Origin: Me...

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1910 item #805656 (stock #5924)
    An Art Nouveau Kerr sterling thistle brooch circa 1900. This sterling silver pin is by Kerr (1880s-1927) and it in the form of a large stylized thistle. This 2-1/8" x 1-1/2" brooch is of hollow construction with very high relief detail; it has the axe mark for Kerr and it is stamped STERLING and 1941 model number. It weighs 12.6 grams, it has a safety catch and it is in excellent original condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a crease to the silver on t...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1950 item #1393466
    A lovely 18K yellow gold, diamond and ruby love pendant (“medaille d’amour”) with a rebus spelling out Plus qu’hier, moins que demain,” (“More than yesterday, less than tomorrow.”) a line from the love poem written by Rosemonde Gérard to her husband Edmond Rostand (author of “Cyrano”) in 1889. The word “plus” is symbolized by a plus sign set with a five rose cut diamonds and the word “moins” by a minus sign set with rectangular cut synthetic rubies.

    In 1907, the...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Art Nouveau : Pre 1910 item #1300182
    A lovely Art Nouveau enameled pin worked in 18K gold. The ornate multi-curved frame encloses a trio of grape leaves decorated with translucent enamel suspending a cluster of grapes formed from small pearls. The pin has a very delicate and elegant look. In the Victorian language of flowers, the grape symbolized "charity." Mark 10K.

    Origin: America, ca. 1900. Condition: excellent, no enamel damage, all original. Dimensions: 15/16” x 7/8”. Weight: 2.9 grams.

    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1464550 (stock #40042688)
    Circa mid-century, this Antonio Pineda bracelet features ten oval moonstone cabochons nestled between ten curved silver panels.

    This is a chunky modernist piece executed in almost pure 97% silver. The moonstones are magnificent, exhibiting a beautiful blue adularescence when the light hits it. It has a seamless appearance when closed, as the push button for the clasp is topped with a moonstone.

    Measures a closed, wearable length of just over 7" and a width of 5/8". Wei...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Pre 1980 item #1365636 (stock #02573)
    A 925 sterling silver rhinestone single row tennis bracelet from the 1970s. This flashy and elegant 7-3/8" long bracelet has individual 1/8" wide links with claw-set white rhinestones and a box clasp with two safety loops. It is marked 925 on the clasp, it weighs 11.3 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique an...
    All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1231394 (stock #JJ1212)
    A great pair of screw back sterling silver Mask earrings by listed artist and sculptor, Charles Val Clear. Signed Charles Val and Sterling. Screw backs are also marked sterling. Measure 1 1/2" long and 1/2" across. Have a nice contrasting patina for a cool effect. Screw backs hold tightly. Very Mid Century.