Kaunis Koru modernist sterling silver and chrysoprase statement ring

Finland

1973

Size 7

Weight - 8.75 grams

Face measures 1 1/4" tall

Excellent vintage condition

A sterling silver hand wrought cuff bracelet and matching ring, each with a central suspended floating orb by the mid century modernist studio jeweler, Ruth Berridge, (1921-2004). Bracelet measures about 6" around with an opening of 7/8", and 1" wide. The orb sits about 3/4" high. Could probably be adjusted slightly. Marked Sterling Berridge on the inside. There is some solder residue on the inside...

A beautiful natural Chinese Samon / angel skin necklace , in excellent condition. With 14K clasp. Largest bead size 7.02mm, Weight:28.8g, L:38cm

David Andersen modernist sterling silver necklace

Norway

Mid 20th century

This rare and beautiful necklace [pendant] measures 2 3/4" x 2 1/4"

Should fit a 15 1/2" neck

Pendant marked David Andersen, Norway, sterling, 925s

Neck ring marked D - A, Norway, 925s

Fine vintage condition with only minor and light surface scratches

Niels Erik From modernist sterling silver and high cabochon tiger's eye ring

Denmark

Mid 20th century

Size 6

Weight - 10 grams

Marked From 925s

Excellent vintage condition

Spring is never too far away when you see a swallow. This unique 14Kt gold retro broach captures a moment of tenderness as a swallow is feeding its offspring in their nest. The bird has a ruby eye and seven rose cut diamonds decorate its wings. The intricately woven nest holds the three fledglings represented by three 5 millimeter cultured pearls. The broach measure 1 ¾” high and the width is the same 1 ¾”.

Joachim S'Paliu modernist sterling silver necklace

Mid 20th century

Spain

Interior circumference measures 14 1/2" round

Center drop element measures 3 1/2" long

Weight - 71 grams

Marked S'Paliu, 925

Excellent vintage condition

An Edwardian tiger eye discs gilt brass necklace from 1910 1920. This attractive 18-1/4" necklace has 7/8 x 9/16" carved oval tiger's eye gemstones with gilded brass links and a rosette box clasp. It is unsigned and the stones have lots of light play and shimmer. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...

Meka sterling silver and red enamel modernist necklace

Denmark

Mid 20th century

15" x 3/4"

Weight - a solid 45 grams

Marked Meka, sterling, Denmark

Excellent vintage condition

The fire that this Elsa Schiaparelli bracelet and earrings sends out has to be seen to be believed. Large Gripoix poured glass, lava stones (sometimes called gum drop stones) are surrounded by 12 brilliant aurora borealis rounds. The bracelet is 7 5/8" (19.8 cm) long (not including the tongue) by 1 1/4" ( 3.5 cm). The ear clips a 1 1/4" (3.5cm) in diameter. The bracelet has a guard chain and a tight working clasp. The earring clips have lots of spring...

From the DeLillo Archive comes this glorious set of giant unfoiled ruby red stones set in gold metal with large pearl spacers. Designed by Robert Clark (formerly with Miriam Haskell--note the seed pearl and flower hook), the necklace is 1 1/2” wide and 16” long with a 3” extender & an oval metal hang tag signed DeLillo. The clip earrings are a hair under 1 1/2" (4.1 cm) long by 3/4" (2.2 cm) wide. They are unsigned. Both pieces have never been worn and are in pristine condition...

A classic Victorian fancy double belcher chain link necklace composed of interlocking fluted and ropetwist links in 14K gold. The fluted links enhances the reflections in the gold, so they offer a more reflective quality that contrasts nicely with the ropetwist links. The chain is substantial enough to be worn alone or suspending a quite large pendant or locket, and the links are open enough that they can suspend multiple smaller pendants or charms...

A classic Victorian fancy double belcher chain link necklace composed of interlocking fluted double links in 14K gold. The fluted shape of the links enhances the reflections in the gold, so the chain has a certain sparkly quality. Substantial enough to be worn alone or suspending a large pendant or locket, the chain can also be worn wrapped three to four times around the wrist as a bracelet. The links are also open enough that the chain can suspend multiple smaller pendants or charms...

A vintage pair of sterling silver cuff links by Georg Jensen with the GJ mark used from 1933-44 in the iconic fish design. Measure 3/4" across. Marked with GJ, Sterling Denmark, 14 and 925. Have a toggle clasp. In fine condition. Great example of Georg Jensen's classic design.

A very unusual pair of 14K yellow gold barbell cufflinks, one end the traditional ball shape and the other in a geometric “rooftop” shape. Louis Tamis & Sons opened in 1909 and quickly became the leading American maker of gold boxes and other luxury objects. In the 1930s, the company manufactured for Paul Flato. By mid-century, it had become on of New York’s most exclusive manufacturing jewelers, creating commissioned pieces for Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels...

An elegant pair of 1960-s 14Kt yellow gold and pearl earrings are centered by high luster 3.5 millimeter cultured pearls. The six engraved petals on each earring form a 1” diameter flower, and the earrings have wire backs with hook closures.

These stylized lily of the valley earrings are from the 1960-s. The non pierced earrings are made of 14Kt two tone gold and diamonds with “French backs”. The leaf in the back is made of textured 14Kt yellow gold, the flowers are white gold and each set with two diamonds. The approximate total weight of all eight diamonds is 0.15Ct. The earrings are 1 3/8” high and 5/8” wide.

This important amethyst and 14Kt yellow gold oval cluster pendant is centered by a 16 X 12 millimeter oval faceted amethyst. The center stone is encircled by fourteen round faceted graduated amethysts. The smaller stones are on top and graduate on both sides to the largest stone on the bottom. The approximate total weight of all stones is 10 + carats. The pendant measures 1 3/8” high including the bail and ¾’ wide.

An elegant pair of vintage sterling silver and rosewood inlaid cufflinks by an unknown Taxco maker. The geometric positive and negative space design and is finely executed. The backs are marked “Mexico 925” and have the maker’s registry number “TS-15.”

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• Origin: Taxco, Mexico, circa 1980.
• Dimensions: 29/32” x 5/8” (23 x 16 mm).
• Weight: 14.8 grams.
• Condition: excellent.

A handsome pair of 14k yellow gold cufflinks, the faces set with Essex crystals depicting dogs (definitely terriers, and most likely fox terriers). The dogs are colorfully painted on the reverse-carved crystal and set against mother of pearl backgrounds. The cufflinks are finished with toggle backs. The toggles are stamped “14K” and have a patent number, indicating the patent was still active when the cufflinks were made.

• Origin: America, ca...

A classic Victorian double belcher chain link necklace composed of interlocking double links in 14K gold. Substantial enough to be worn alone or suspending a large pendant or locket, the chain can also be worn wrapped three to four times around the wrist as a bracelet. The links are also open enough that the chain can suspend multiple smaller pendants or charms. Tested and guaranteed 14K gold.

• Origin: America, ca...

A sterling silver modernist hand wrought cuff bracelet. Measures about 6" around with an additional 7/8" for the gap. Measures 2" at the widest. Marked Sterling and Hand Wrought. Very nice condition with some minor scratches and a little tarnish. Can be worn with the curve facing up or down. Warm patina, heavy layered sterling. Quality piece. Lays nicely on the wrist.

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.

Gerardo Lopez is well known for his skill with the repousse technique in his designs. His flow with swirls and beads are what sets this necklace apart from other Maestros. Todays jewel is 17in. long and the drop is 1 3/8th's by 2in. long. The repousse is thick and the chain is 3/8th inches tall. The presence is gorgeous with a little black dress or jeans. The weight is 49 grams. No damage of any kind just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

A well crafted, highly detailed sterling silver insect brooch with opals on the wings, a chrysoprase body and onyx eyes. Measures 1 7/8" long and 1 5/8" at the widest...

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.

An interesting pendant- a taxidermy eye set in 14K gold. Pendant measures 1" long and 5/8" at the widest. Marked 585 for the gold and what looks like 31. Currently suspended on a gold colored intricate chain that measures 20" long and has a secure spring closure. Looks very hand made. Fun mid century modernist design.

A great, early sterling silver cuff bracelet by Francisco Rebajes with a large silver wire wrapped glass orb. Marked Sterling, Original Hand Wrought Design, and Rebajes on the back. Measures 4 3/4" around with an opening of 1 3/8". Could probably be adjusted slightly but meant to wear snuggly so the orb doesn't roll around. Measures 1 3/8" at the widest. Fine condition. There are some minor surface scratches to the finish. The glass looks like a large drop of water. Stunning hard to find desi...

An elegant yesteryear’s platinum and diamond bow like pendant is set with nineteen round diamonds. Thirteen of the diamonds are set in the body of the pendant, while three diamonds are hung from the bottom. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.75Ct. The 1 ¾” long and 9/16” wide pendant is accompanied by an 18” long platinum chain.

A pair of 14Kt pink gold and diamond earrings is set with a pair of well matched brilliant cut diamonds. The two high quality diamonds with the approximate total weight of 0.50Ct have H color and VVS2 clarity. The angular design of the pink gold is softened by the six prong white gold butter cup settings that hold the diamonds. The backs clearly marked with a Russian hallmark from the Soviet era.

A 14 X 9.5 millimeter emerald cut blue topaz is set in a 14Kt yellow gold tailored and simply elegant four prong ring setting. The ring is a size 6 and it can easily be sized.

A mid century modern necklace with a large pendant in pewter by Eivind Hillestad, Norway. Marked EH, and 79. Pendant has long segmented leaves. Measures 3 3/4" long to the top of the bale and 2" across. Chain is 32" long and slips over the head. In nice condition with some minor scratches. Cool mod design!

A modernist sterling silver ring by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, in an abstract shape with a green, possibly Chryoprase, bezel set cabochon. Measures about a 7 1/2. Face of ring measures 1" long and 1/2" across. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark and sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. There is some wear to the darkened area. Interesting contrast between the darkened silver and the polished raised dots. Great MCM design.

Los Castillo modernist sterling silver geometric necklace

Taxco, Mexico

1940s

Striking modernist, machine age design

14" long x 1" wide

Weight - a solid 90.75 grams

Marked Los Castillo, Taxco, sterling, made in Mexico, 489

Very good vintage condition

Rebajes modernist sterling silver and banded agate pendant/brooch

Mid 20th century

3" x 1 5/8"

Weight - 35.50 grams

Marked Rebajes, sterling

Excellent vintage condition

An Arts and Crafts hammered sterling silver ring with a blue bezel set cabochon by the Art Silver Shop of Chicago. Stone measures 3/4" long and 1/2" across. Measures about a size 3 1/2 so currently would probably be worn as a pinky ring. Marked on the back with Hand Made, conjoined TASS and Sterling. Mark is behind the part of the ring where the stone is so it could resized without disturbing it. You can see the light hammering. Beautifully made. Great example.