Dating 1930's - 40's, this amethyst bracelet from Fred Davis pulls out all the stops. The repoussé silver work is superb. Twelve amethyst cabochons alternate up and down on the leaf panels, with oxidized recesses making this a standout piece. It drapes over the wrist with a silky feel. Measures a closed, wearable length of 7". Width is 1 7/8". Weight is 86.8 grams. Signed and hallmarked with the conjoined FD and Made in Mexico Silver".

This Har fish wrap bracelet has a faux 7 mm pearl in the mouth of each fish. The enamel is a green-blue. The expansion band shows interior wear. Fits any wrist comfortably.

This particular bracelet has been on the internet for prices as high as $900.00

Hallmark: Har just below each fish.

This desirable pin is full of jazzy faux diamonds and brilliant ruby red rhinestones that sparkle and glitter like there is no tomorrow. And that’s just what it was about during the flamboyant Deco period... glitzy and flashy.

The broach measures 2 1/2” across and 1 ¼” deep. It is in excellent vintage condition with some slight plating wear and guaranteed vintage.

His items are rare because he only produced jewelry between 1935-1943 and was killed in WWII.

William Spratling Rosewood Earrings- Tasteful, Eloquent, and Perfect for any occasion. Dimensions entail: 8.9 grams, 2 inches long, 1 inch across, 1.75 inches tall, and a ball size of 14 millimeters.

Beautiful art deco HANDWROUGHT sterling bracelet by Georg Jensen, USA, c.1945. Made during post-WW11, Jensen closed it's Denmark site and much of the Jensen jewelry was made in US during this period(1945-1951). Some lovely "HANDWROUGHT" designs were made that were specific to this period. This bracelet is signed "USA GEORG JENSEN INC. 429 STERLING HANDWROUGHT" and is in excellent condition. It measures 5/8" wide and 6 1/2" closed inside circumference...

Gorgeous big statement vintage 1940s French wired necklace with very big faceted yellow topaz glass beads, ornate French filigree beads, and snake chains, with a matching link chain section at the back. Great on its own or layer with other similar sautoirs. 32 inches wearable length and 3/4 inch or 20mm at the beads. Excellent condition with some slight flea bites to some beads, not noticeable at a short distance. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.

This Reinad gold filigree and multi color gems link bracelet is 7 1/2" long by 3/4" wide. It is gold plated base metal, faux gems, cameo,. It is marked Reinad. Circa 1941-1942.. Retails for $285.00

This ring made by Miguel Martinez is such a striking creative piece of seeing a stone an letting the rock speak. The band flows from underneath to the front to hold in the stone. The dimensions are 12.4 grams heavy and a size 8.5 which can be sized. The face is 1.25in. long and .75in. wide. This is an early piece of Miguels work and he became the principle designer of Rancho Allegre. Properly hallmarked as show. Fabulous and daring piece.

This tessellated Crown Trifari bracelet is gold plated base metal with teal green rhinestones. Circa 1948.

This is a fabulously decadent-looking bracelet. It is hallmarked Trifari & Pat Pend Corp on the back of one end.

This bracelet focuses on the stunning center piece, which, on this item, is comprised of open-backed and prong-set oval-shaped brilliant teal/green rhinestones in 2 sizes. These are flanked by tiny clear rounds...

Mexican silver marked with Taxco 980 always exemplifies fine quality. This pectoral is no exception with a weight of 70 grams heavy and a wearable length of 17in. The drop is 4in. by 2in. No dents or damage. This design is seldom seen, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

This sterling vermeil clown brooch is 1 1/2" square. It is hallmark sterling only.

Classic dimensional sterling VIKING SHIP pin by GEORG JENSEN, DENMARK, c.1947. Measures 2 1/4" by 3/4" and signed "GEORG JENSEN STERLING DENMARK 220". In excellent condition......$15 for insured USA shipping.

This exquisite fruit berries pin was made in Austria almost exclusively for export to the United States. It has a wonderful rich color. It is made of molded or carved glass, usually transparent or translucent. The glowing appearance of the fruit is enhanced by the fact that the glass is backed with gold foil, making it both richer in color and more light reflective. The leaves and stems of the fruit pale green crystal rhinestone.

This is an elegant platinum and diamond ring centered by an approximately 0.23 carat brilliant cut diamond that has I color and SI1 clarity. The diamond is set in a decorative buttercup style setting with six prongs. The ring dates back to the 1940s and would make a great friendship or engagement ring for a person who appreciates fine old jewelry.The ring is a size 5 1/2 and it can easily be sized.

Large sterling and copper martini stir/spoon by Los Castillo, Mexico, c.1948. Hand wrought and made of heavy gauge silver, it weighs 2 1/2 troy ounces and measures 15 INCHES LONG. Design has wrapped copper braid at top and large hand hammered spoon(measures 2 1/8" by 1 5/8"). Signed "LOS CASTILLO TAXCO HANDWROUGHT (bellmark)15" and is in excellent condition. Beautiful early Los Castillo...$15 for insured USA shipping.

This is a beautifully executed, thick silver bracelet that is 1in. wide on the side panels. The piece weighs 29.7 grams and has an airy cut out design and features an amethyst cabachon. It is slightly sizable and fits a 6.5in. to a 7in. the best. Marked Silver Mexico which dates the piece to pre-1948. This example of early Taxco silver work is a classic and displays an aura of elegance to those who gaze upon it.

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1943 sterling silver and cabachon amethyst necklace by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought half domed links with bezel set amethyst cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: 14 1/2” long, links are 1/2" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Heavily carved with an Aztec motif this vintage sterling cuff was designed & signed c. 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. The bracelet is 1 1/2" high & weighs 107 grams. It has a 1 inch gap opening and will fit up to a 6 1/2 inch wrist. Beautiful condition. Fully hallmarked on reverse. This design is pictured on p. 39 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk.

Being offered is an early circa 1940 sterling silver bracelet by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico; bracelet features silver and copper (the copper can easily be cleaned and perked up but seller kept original patina intact) elongated beads; hinged clasp. Dimensions: 1 inch wide by 7 inches long. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. This iconic bracelet is often illustrated in many books. Stupendous bracelet.

Very evocative of the Arts and Crafts style but most probably made in the 1940s, this elegant sterling silver ring is adorned with a pearlescent purple moonglow lucite “stone”. This type of luxurious plastic was very popular in the 1940s and extensively used in the world of costume jewelry so I think it’s an exciting surprise to find a sterling ring set with it. Please note the detail in the layers of leaves that form the shoulders, the tiny lozenges and linear designs enhancing the bezel...

A vintage sterling silver heavy brooch by Artemio Navarrete. Navarrete helped William Spratling open his Taller de Las Delicias in 1931. He opened his own workshop in 1936.

This example is signed with the conjoined AN, Taxco and 940 for better than sterling silver. Pre Eagle, (pre 1949).

Measures 1 7/8" across and 2" high. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. The brooch has some minor tarnish and surface scratches...

This playful pair of bracelets were designed and handwrought during Hubert Harmon's short time in Taxco, Mexico in the 1940's. Each bracelet measures 7" long and 3/4" wide. The pair weighs 32 grams. Each fish is finely detailed and measures 1 1/2" long. The amethyst cabs are bezel set but not backed allowing light to sparkle though as they move on the wrist. Beautiful condition. Clasps are tight and secure. Both bracelets are hallmarked Sterling, HUBERT HARMON, Made in Mexico.

sterling vermeil with a green rhinestone collar and clear rhinestone set cuffs and instrument.

Manufactured by Goldseal MFG for Urie Mandle Co.

Designer: Murray Slater, patent 146752 in 1947.

Ref: American Costume Jewelry by Carla and Robert Brunialti p 240. Dimensions: 2 3/4" x 2"

Hallmarks: NONE- The two buttons for signature seem to be there but I cannot read anything on them. All of the pieces that I have had have been sterling, so I am assuming that this one is also.

This DeRosa shimmering red Metallic Enamel bracelet is absolutely amazing.

It is 7 1/2" long by 1 3/16" wide by 1/4" tall.

I can say with certainty that this is indeed a rare find. It is not signed. It is circa 1940.

Each full bloom rose has centers of white pave rhinestones on top.

There is no enamel loss, no missing rhinestones, and no dead rhinestones. It is just an incredibly fabulous bracelet.

Anything made by DeRosa is striking in design with high quality enamel work...

This Bracelet is a design most recognized by Fred Davis. Hallmarked Mexico Silver and being 7.25in. long and 1.5in. tall makes this bracelet quite a statement maker. The bezels are very well made and there are no dents or chips to the stones or silver. Even though it has an open air design it still weighs 65 grams heavy. Very soft and silky to the touch it is a pleasure to wear.

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...

This Trifari 'Alfred Philippe' gray & clear rose brooch is rhodium plated base metal with rhinestones.

Hallmarked Trifari with crown and copyright C.

Condition: Excellent

Size: 3 1/4" x 2"

Reference: Tolkein and Winkinson, A Collector's Guide to Costume Jewelry, p. 104, pictured.

Reference: Schiffer, Best of Costume Jewelry, p. 103, Patent 162,456 , March 13, 1951

This Coro combined brooch and folding photo locket ( 4 frame family) is 2 1/2" closed x 1". It is in vertual mint condition despite it's age. This locket was designed by Alfred Katz Des 152,103 in 1948

A vintage modernist 'Splash' bracelet in sterling silver designed by Henning Koppel in the 1940s for the Danish silversmith, Georg Jensen, design #88.

Measures 7 3/4" long and 1 3/4" at the widest. Heavy and solid, weighs 97 gr. Has a toggle closure that holds securely.

This is the smaller version, #88. Unsigned but it weighs and measures the same as the style #88 version. Better for a smaller wrist due to the thickness and the curvature of the links...

This is a STERLING ASTROLOGICAL SERIES PIN BY CINI. The SCALES with LIBRA Beautifully Crafted on the Front. The size is 2" x 2 1/8". Marked on the back: C STERLING/ By Cini. In EXCELLENT Condition ca. 1960-1985

A vintage Taxco pin pendant with maker's mark of "FLC" inside a circle: "Taxco Mexico Sterling 925" and assay # 3. Could this be by a Castillo family member? Multi color gem fish, micro inlay around a very modernist fish pendant pin combination.
2" X 1.5" Very wearable pre owned vintage condition and needs a good polishing. Please view closeups for more info...

This charming Margot de Taxco sterling silver ballerina is 1 1/8" x 1 1/2" . This item is hallmarked Sterling Made in Mexico and style 5200.

Doris Silver was a store in Taxco where artisans could make their jewels in Doris's back room. If she liked the work she would buy it. I have found some of the very best pieces from her shop. Many of the best known silver smiths worked here. This necklace displays a large presence with a drop of 3.75 in. and a wearable of 18in. The repousse is thick and it flourishes with movement around the neck. This necklace was more than well cared for and has no flaws or damage, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE! ...

Los Castillo was masterful in the execution of these heavy repousse fly wings. The brooch measures 2.5in. by 2.75in. and sports 2 beautiful green stones and no damage anywhere. Weight is 29 grams. Properly hallmarked with the old linear marks this is collector quality and rare.

Los Castillo 396 swirl clamper was designed by Margot van Voorheis Carr when married to Don Antonio Castillo. Her early work brought on success that followed her through out her career and this clamper bracelet reflects one of the very best repousse clampers from the Spratling Era. The bracelet has a dark patina and it is heavy at 105 grams. 4in. tall and the 2.5in. diameter fits an average size of most wrists. It is wrapped in thick, dimensional swirls that make everyone who see's you stop and...

Large scale sterling bracelet similar to Los Castillo design by Elna, Mexico, c.1947. This 10-links bracelet measures 2 1/8" wide and from 6 3/4" to 7 1/4" long. Wonderful geometric Mayan design. Signed "ELNA STERLING MEXICO 925 IMPSAY" and in excellent condition....$9 for insured USA shipping.

A modernist sterling silver pendant or brooch with a stylized floral design by noted Mexican silversmith, Carmen Beckmann. Has three raised stamens with onyx cabochons and three sterling smaller ones in the center. This piece is marked Sterling Beckmann and Mexico on the back.

It measures 2 1/4" in diameter. Has an ingenious safety clasp that holds securely when worn as a brooch.

Has a large bale so will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Currently suspended from a sterling silver n...

Vintage Black Enamel SB Silver Earrings stamped: Sterling Amita Japan. Super glossy black enamel lacquer niello finish with chased engraved leaves and scrolls as if the "sgraffito" or "scraffito" method was used to create the designs. 1 1/4" X just under 1". Slight less shiny areas.
$9 USPS Priority/Ins/Track or Free with your USA Ck or USPS MO.
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This beautiful, sterling silver bracelet measures just under 7 1/2" long. Each of the 7 links are bezel-set with colorful abalone. They are shaped like upside down triangles, similar to the later, carved, Aztec mask jewelry. Each link is surmounted on the classic Taxco, Mexico square of 4 round beads / balls. The back is marked ANR 925; but, it was stamped in reverse, see pictures. This great piece is circa 1920's to 1940's.

A rare pendant by Sigi Pineda of a detailed Pre Columbian figure in sterling silver currently suspended from a sterling neck ring.

Pendant measures 1 5/8" across and 2" high. Weighs 23 gr. Thick sterling. The sterling neck ring measures about 18" around and has a secure hook clasp. Has a large bale so could also be worn on a thick chain or cord.

Pendant is marked with the Sigi script hallmark, Mex and 925. Has another partial Mex on another place at the back. The neck ring is ma...

Spratling described this stunning design as "a wide Aztec bracelet with framed buttons" according to Goddard's spratlingsilver.com. It was one of Spratling's most popular designs in the 1930's - 1940's and still is today. Weighing 185 grams, the bracelet measures 2" high at the front with 1 1/8" opening at the back. The interior measures 2 1/2" across the inside. The bracelet is in beautiful condition with an aged patina. The design is also referred to as River of Life bracelet.

This Trifari "Meteor" brooch has clear baguette rhinestones and gold tone plating. It is hallmarked Trifari Pat Pen. It is 2 1/4" long.

This signed Hector Aguilar cuff is sophisticated and suitable to wear anywhere with the black dress or jeans. The design is sections of hand carved scallops when put one after another resembles clouds. The gap is 1 inch and is 1 5/8th's inches tall. The diameter is currently at 2.25in. 104 grams of silver is guiding the quality and a natural patina adds to it's beauty. This can be sized one size up or down by a professional jeweler. No damage or flaws. This design is rare.

This elegant necklace by Los Castillo features thick links in the shape of Leaves done in heavy sterling silver repousse. Very well made with links connected by a pin rivet to give the piece movement. Measures 15" long, 3/4" wide and is nice and heavy at 98.4 grams. Hallmarked Los Castillo Taxco, Sterling Made in Mexico, 329 and the eagle 15. It has a secure box clasp and is in good condition with a lovely patina. One of the nicest (and heaviest) examples of this design we've seen.

This Trifari 'Alfred Philippe" small fruit salad wheelbarrow clip is rhodium plated base metal, with rhinestones, and fruit salads. It is hallmarked Trifari with a crown, Des Pat. No 125185.

It is in excellent vintage condition. Circa 1941 It is 2" x 1"

Ref: Collectors Guide to Costume Jewelry by Tolkein & Wilkinson, p 75. Ref: Costume Jewelry (Confident Collector) by Harrice Miller p. 156.157 Ref: 20th Century Costume Jewelry by A Gordon, p. 177 Ref: American Costume Jewelry- Ar...

Rarely available on the market this vintage, sculptural design by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda is simply stunning. The intricate melding of sterling silver and stone catches light at every turn. The necklace measures 15 1/2" wearable inches long. The pectoral measures 6 1/4" across & 1 1/2" high at the center panel. The necklace weighs 156 grams. Both stones and silver are in exquisite condition. Hallmarks on the back date the necklace to the late 1940's. A similar necklace with amethyst ...

This is a Great 14K Hula ULA Girl Charm complete with a Movable Grass Skirt. The size is 1" X 1/2". Perfect for Gold Movable Charm Collectors, Destination Charm Collectors, and Hawaii Collectors. Unmarked: however, tested & guaranteed 14K. Circa 1950- 1975... Hard to Find Gold Charm

Hubert Harmons' whimsical designs never fail to bring a smile and provoke thought. His c. 1940's mask pendant or belt buckle is 5 1/2" across X 2 1/4 high. The raised onyx eyes and silver are in beautiful condition. The mask & detachable sterling chain weighs 100 grams. 2 loops on the front ends of the face were perhaps meant for attaching feathers or some other adornment. The loops on the back accommodate a belt. Fully hallmarked on the back. Harmons' works are rare as he only created in Taxco,...

Sterling LEAF book mark by Tiffany & C0 Makers, c.1940's. It measures 3 1/8" long and is marked "TIFFANY & CO MAKERS STERLING". Excellent condition.....$8 for insured USA shipping plus NYS residents pay applicable sales tax.

This 'Showgirl' with long wavy bejeweled gilded tresses fur clip has size and aesthetic appeal. It is a very satisfying motif to collect. She is3"x 1 3/4". She is made up of two separate parts in different finishes.In this case her face is platinum finish and her tresses are golden.

In "American Costume jewelry by Brunialti & Brunialti, v. 2 p.164. she is called "Female Head" from 1941. Vogu;e, October 1. 1941 called her "platinum head" .

Rare and wonderful sterling silent butler by Los Castillo, Mexico, c.1947. Hand made and extremely heavy(WEIGHS 22 TROY OZ.), this decorative art piece measures 8 1/2" by 6 1/2" by 5" tall. Beautiful floral decorative top, wood handle, and opens and closes easily with hinge. In EXCELLENT condition. Museum quality......$35 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NYS sales tax.

Hand made sterling modernist sterling, amethyst, copper pin by Sam kramer, NYC, c.1950's. Hand hammered, this large round pin measures 2" in diameter and the pinwheel center design measures 1" in diameter. Pinwheel is raised above the round part(see photo #2) by an applied round silver piece. This is a very desirable Kramer technique. Amethyst has a copper bezel on the pinwheel. Signed "STERLING mushroom mark(for Kramer)" and is in excellent condition. Classic Kramer.....$22 for insured USA shi...

Hand wrought, this large, detailed, sterling silver belt buckle was created c.1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hubert Harmon. Measuring 4 1/4" long x 2 1/4" from toe to toe the piece weighs 55 grams. 2 loops on the back measure 1 1/2" across. The smaller loop at the heel is 1 1/8". The design beautifully details the contours and shape of the bottom of a foot and it's toes. The buckle (or pendant if you like) is in excellent condition with a soft aged patina. Fully hallmarked with Harmons signatu...

This Hobe Victorian Austro Hungarian emerald enamel pearl brooch is brass with substantial weight and feel. It is 2 1/4" square and 3/4" deep at the thickest point in the center.

This item is special for the detail to the Austro Hungarian design.. The openwork setting is raised at the center of the brooch and is accented with colorful enamel, emeralds and garnet glass cabochons as well as pearls. This brooch is very detailed and beautifully designed. This brooch is circa 1940.

A beautiful and large brooch with a butterscotch amber cabochon centrepiece mounted on a silver frame embellished with two pearl of green agate on the side. Stamped on the back: 830, S DTA. From Denmark, original Danish amber of the best quality! From the around 1940. Measurement: L 5,5 cm x 3 cm. Weight: 18 gr. Great condition.

This is a 970 SILVER ANTONIO TIE BAR with a piece of MALACHITE centrally set on the Bar. Overall length is 2 1/8". Nicely marked on the back ANTONIO TAXCO within the CROWN LOGO and 970 (see jpg for additional info. Circa 1950 with light Silver scuffs. This is a most Desirable ANTONIO 970 TIE BAR

Wonderful example of the William Spratling deco design scroll pin of silver and copper, Mexico, c.1945. This classic piece is beautifully hand made and signed "SPRATLING SILVER(in oval) WS(around which says) SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO". In excellent condition, this LARGE pin measures 3 1/4" HIGH by 2 5/8" WIDE. A must for any collector - glorious!....$16 USA insured shipping plus applicable NY tax.

Signed pre 1950 by E.S. The height is 4 inches and the diameter is a 2.5in. wide making it perfect for a push up the arm to work comfortably. The weight is 65 grams heavy and is with no dents or damage. A brand new spring has been added to make it ready to go for another 70 years. The repousse is magnificent and the bead work shows the workmanship and time that went into the production of this treasure.

All of the 36 wonderfully matched square cut diamonds are channel set in an 18Kt white gold 2 millimeter wide eternity band. The size of the band is 5 ¾ and the approximate total weight of all the diamonds is 0.75Ct.

This stunning Los Castillo sterling silver necklace has a huge presence. The necklace has a 97 gram weight and a total length of 16.5 inches wearable. The weight shows the integrity of the thick repousse. Truly one of the finest examples from the Mexican Silver Renaissance. No repairs or damage, just look at that necklace!