A vintage modernist 830 silver brooch and/or pendant by the noted silversmith from Norway, H.C. Østrem whose work is signed OXO. Can be worn off the chain as a brooch or on the chain as a pendant.
Made of 830 silver, which was widely used as a silver standard in Scandinavian countries, in a three dimensional design, this brooch or pendant measures 2" across and 3" high. Has what appears to be the original chain. The pendant has three dangles for lots of movement...
This pendant is made of silver and gold gilt , the coin is a jewelry coin and the necklace is antique piece too
An Edwardian 14k yellow gold seed pearl heart and flower lavaliere necklace circa 1910. This beauty measures 21-3/4" long and it has a central drop in the shape of a heart with a central flower. It has seed pearls and the drop measures 2-3/4" across (all three segments) and 1-1/2" deep. It is marked 14K and it weighs 7.7 grams...
A good quality pair of vintage sterling silver screwback c1940s-50s cultured pearl earrings. The pearls are nicely matched in both lustre and size, and they have a great silver/white colour. They measure 6 mm. and 4 mm. across, and this pair has a facing R maker's mark. They weigh 2.0 grams, and they are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Description: rhodium gold plated base metal, relief geometric motif of rhinestones pave placed on top of a sculpted frame and colored stones.
Hallmarked: McClelland Barclay (Designer)
Condition:Super, like new
Manufacturer: Rice-Weiner @ Co 1941
Inspiration: Art Deco
Dimensions:2 3/8" diameter - Fits a 6 1/2" - 7 1/2" wrist size
References:
American Costume Jewelry, Art & Industry, 1935-1950,Schiffer Publishing Company, 2008, Brunialti & Brunialti, V2, p42.
Fabulous chandelier drop earrings in sterling with brilliant rock crystal stones in openback deep settings with tiny prongs. Circa 1910 or
1920. The backs of the screw posts are marked STERLING. The stone settings have tiny millegrain decoration. Nice size -- 2 1/4 inches
long and just over 3/4 inch wide. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.
A choice of two Georg Jensen brooches is available. May be purchased individually or as a pair.
The first one is an early sterling silver repousse brooch, #31 in a classic floral design. Measures about 1" long and 3/4" wide. Marked for Georg Jensen with the early GJ in a square, (used from 1933-44), 925, Sterling, Denmark, and style #31.
Has an earlier style trombone clasp that holds securely...
A beautifully hand made sterling silver brooch by Daniel Pedersen who also worked for Kalo. This brooch measures 3" long and 1 1/2" across. Marked Sterling. Has a rollover clasp that closes tightly. Warm patina, heavy weight and well made. Collector quality.
Small cut steel cravat stick pin, Victorian, mid 19th century. Length "1 ¾ / 4.5 cm. Condition: fine.
A fantastic sterling and azur-malachite necklace and matching earrings by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma. Known for his impeccable technique of fusing stone with silver, this set is a fine example of his craftsmanship.The color of the stones is a beautiful mottled green and blue blend. Fine vintage condition, the necklace measures 17 1/4" end to end and is 1/2" wide in the front. The earrings are posts for pierced ears that have been professionally changed from screw backs...
A Victorian 15k bar pin with a castle turret shell cameo. This vintage Victorian bar pin is in 15k yellow gold with an applied claw-set natural shell cameo. This 2-5/8" pin measures 7/8" across the cameo, it closes with a safety pin style clasp, it it stamped 14CT, and it weighs 5.1 grams. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Don't let this great Retro bow pin get away! Dating from the 1940's or the early 1950's, this cute piece is crafted from 14Kt pink and yellow gold. Tailored and elegant, it would look fabulous on any dress or lapel. It measures 2 5/8" across. At this affordable price, it would fit most everyone's Holiday budget (and top their wish list, too)!
Two hand carved black jade koi fish placed in a fanciful 14k gold and diamond setting.
Most likely of Chinese origin. Circa 1950's.
Measures appx. 2 1/2" in diameter.
Condition - excellent.
This fine ring measures 1" x 3/4" x 3/4". It is a size 8. It has a neat mother-of-pearl and onyx design. It is marked 925 and is hallmarked with 3 horizontal lines (on either side) with a star in the middle (see pic). It has good heft and is in excellent condition.
A classic pair of mid-century 14K yellow gold cufflinks, the faces comprising gold space-age swoops cradling oval cabochons of nephrite. The toggles are marked "14K" and have an unidentified maker's mark.
Origin: America, ca. 1960. Condition: excellent. Size: 3/4" x 9.16". Weight: 12.0 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: 6.38 cts.
A fine large-size enameled 14K yellow gold Art Nouveau flower pin the form of a pansy. The petals are beautifully decorated with purple, violet cream and yellow opaque enamels. The enamel has a soft luster that mimics the velvety texture of an actual pansy. The flower is centered with a 15-point round brilliant diamond of exceptionally good quality (E color, VVS2 clarity)...
This Scottish blood stone, brass & cairngorn brooch is 1 3/4" in diameter. The brass fillagree base is very similar to Miriam Haskell backs. There are for round blood stone disks measuring 3/8" in diameter and 4 diamond shaped.
Blood stone is Plasma with red sports of iron oxide. Plasma is dark green, opaque chalcedonly quartz with the color coming from the chlorite.
A colorful, handsome pair of 14K yellow gold cufflinks, the faces bezel-set with carnelian and green chalcedony oval cabochons. The color contrast is very striking. Interestingly, they could be worn so either the red or green sides face out on the cuff, or with one cuff showing red and the other green. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
Origin: America, ca. 1950. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: faces, 9/16” x 7/16”. Weight: 6.1 gr...
This silver pin is unmarked but exhibits sophisticated metalwork. It is composed of a single piece of silver that has been hand-formed and folded to portray a tail and stylized fins or, possibly stripes or seaweed...
Dramatic and unique sterling silver modernist ring
Mid 20th century
Size 7 1/2 - 8
Weight - a hefty 32 grams
Face measures 1" x 1 3/4"
The ring is unmarked
Very good vintage condition
We have an Antonio Pineda Onyx tear drop vintage bracelet that is a wearable length of 7.25in. and a striking 1.75in. tall. These Mexican bracelets were made in relationship to the size of the stones that were obtained and this is one of the tallest tear drops I have found. The weight is 120 grams heavy and is collector and museum quality.
A heavy and well-constructed 835 silver European openwork 6-7/8" bracelet. It is 3/8" wide, it has a box clasp with safety loops and it weighs 20.4 grams. It is stamped 835 on the interior of each link (difficult to see), 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 of gentle use. Small packet air sh...
This beautiful old miniature depicts a lovely lady, hand painted, in an asymmetrical frame set with seed pearls. It is a watch pin, meaning that there is a hook on the back (invisible from the front) for hanging a dainty watch or some other dangle – or not, if you don’t wish it. It measures 1-3/8 x 1-1/4”. It is unmarked, but has a French/Art Nouveau flavor, and tests 90-100% silver. I have done a little bit of gentle cleaning of the seed pearls and the silver, but the new owner might choo...
Absolutely stunning on with a length of 7 inches and a weight of a solid 68 grams. Hallmark correctly shown for Antonio Pineda. The presence is sleek at just under 1 inch. Each moonstone is framed with two caviar balls. The moonstones glow a beautiful blue and there is no damage or repairs. There is some patina but not heavy leaving to buyer to decide for their own personal taste. Clasp is tight and closes with a click. An excellent example from the Mexican Silver Renaissance.
This sterling silver necklace has a classic, timeless look that makes it a wardrobe staple. It is composed of alternating round beads and larger irregular-shaped ones with a pocked surface similar to a hammered look. It has an unidentified maker’s mark, but is probably American-made. The strand measures 22 1/2 inches long, end to end. Weight: 53.2 grams
A Victorian 14k rose gold seed pearls flower or starburst bar brooch pin from around 1900. This stylish late Victorian 1-1/4 x 1/2" pin features natural seed pearls in a pinwheel style setting. It is stamped 14K, it weighs 1.6 grams and it closes like a safety pin. 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 and may have ...
A well crafted sterling silver brooch by the Chicago silversmith Bjarne Meyer. Beautifully hand hammered silver. Bjarne Meyer later worked for Georg Jensen, USA.
Measures almost 2" across and 1 1/4" high.
Marked Sterling and Handwrought by Bjarne. Has an intricate three dimensional repousse floral design and a central turquoise cabochon.
In fine condition with minor tarnish. Rollover clasp holds securely.
Wonderful example of Arts and Crafts silver work.
A vintage opal and diamond cluster ring set in 10Kt yellow gold, centered by a fiery 9 X 7 millimeter cabochon oval opal. The opal is surrounded by 28 single-cut diamond and 3 more diamonds on either side of the oval center. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.20Ct. The ring is a size 7 and it can easily be sized.
This stunning bracelet by Antonio Pineda features oval cabochon Moonstones set at the center of 970 silver links. It measures 7" long by 3/4" wide and weighs 45.4 grams. No damage noted. Secure box clasp and attached safety chain. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco Crown, 970, Hecho en Mexico along with a partial stamp along the edge that can't be read. A lovely bracelet with timeless elegance and style.
From a Florida, U.S.A. Estate this is a MIRIAM HASKELL STICKPIN.
3 1/2" in length; 1" diameter at the top. Ca. 1945- 1965 in EXCELLENT CONDITION
A Fine Natural Baltic Amber necklace made from amber found on the the North Sea coast of Jutland, the west coast of Denmark.
Opaque egg yolk / butterscotch colouring with a few smaller beads more redish colour.
Olive shape beads.
Largest bead 25 mm to the smallest 6 mm. Length: 55 cm.
Weight: 34 g
From around 1930.
Condition: Great antique condition, a few beads show small chips near the thread holes due to use. The silver clasp is a later replacement.
A cool vintage 1930s silver plated 17-3/4" long necklace featuring glass domes with foiled backs resembling black opals, alternating with links with metal flowers. Each link is 3/4" across, and this unsigned necklace has a hook clasp. This item 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 and may have slight signs of gen...
Ca 1940 Here is another early bracelet and necklace with hematite stones created by Laurence Foss, a designer at Georg Jensen. The stones are in perfect condition and the silver has a lovely patina. Both the necklace and bracelet are marked with the Foss stamp Sterling. The bracelet is also marked 416A while the necklace, 416-1/2. The bracelet measures 7" x 3/4"and weighs 25.5 grams; the necklace is 15-1/2" including hook and weighs 33grams.
A lovely collector's piece.
An unusual pair of twisted Taxco, Mexico Sterling Silver earrings with bronze or copper ends by William Spratling. We have not been able to find another pair in this design. Measure 3/4" across and 5/8' high. Marked on the back of each screw back with Spratling Silver which was used from 1940-44. Screw backs hold securely. Have some tarnish, a tiny ding and minor scratches. Great design. Pre Eagle.
An Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold pin featuring a beautifully enameled morning glory enclosed in a gold whiplash frame. The flower petals and leaves have very fine enameling in translucent shades of rose, cream and green. The enamel has the iridescent finish more often seen in the best quality enameled pieces from Newark workshops. A small pearl peeks out the top of the morning glory. The gold frame is set with rows of rose cut diamonds. Since the morning glory opens and withers in a single da...
Being offered is a large and superb circa 1955 sterling silver bracelet by master silversmith Jose Anton of Taxco, Mexico.
Anton was one of the earlier prominent silversmiths during the Spratling era.
Handcrafted bracelet featuring large circular links with incised design each with purple purple amethyst stone inlay (pictures do not illustrate the deep purple color of the amethysts).
Dimensions: size 8; links are 1 3/4" diameter. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.
This oval Kramer of New York champagne and root beer and clear colored rhinestone pin is 1 3/4" in diameter on the long side. However, it has 4 rhinestones below the oval to bring the length dimension to 2 1/4" and add three dimensional depth to this pin. This pin is in excellent condition.
A stunning Art Deco platinum bracelet, the links arranged in a zigzag pattern of bead-set round diamonds and channel-set square rubies. The overall design has the beautifully graphic, geometric appeal of the best French Art Deco jewels. The diamonds average VS clarity and G/H color. The rubies are similar quality, with medium dark, vivid red color (R6/6) and eye-clean clarity. The bracelet is masterfully constructed so it lies flat against the wrist and the links are individually hinged to p...
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. The matching ring measures about a size 6.5 currently, but because it has an open back it can ...
This handmade abstract pin features a biomorphic design composed of a slice of translucent banded carnelian with an unpolished edge, secured within a biomorphic frame of thick, hand-wrought sterling silver wire. It is unsigned and bears only a sterling mark. A rollover clasp secures the pin. The stone is in lovely condition, and is held in place by small silver bands applied across the front and back frames; there is no adhesive. The pin measures 2 inches by 2 1/2 inches.
A nice Victorian 18K gold locket, the front cover featuring a lioness shown in profile. She is enhanced with a bright emerald eye and grasps an old mine cut diamond in her mouth. The back is engraved with a period three-letter monogram. Tested and guaranteed 18K.
- Origin: America, ca 1900
- Dimensions: 1" diameter
- Condition: excellent; sharp detail on the lion; two pinpoint dings on the back cover
- Weight: 8.7 grams
- Approximate Total Diamond Weight: .05 carat
A vintage sterling silver and pearl hand wrought choker necklace and matching bracelet by the California Modernist, Esther Lewittes. May be purchased individually or as a set.
Necklace measures 14 1/2" long but hard to measure exactly due to the curvature of the links. Probably closer to 15". An extender could be added to the back if necessary. Signed Lewittes Sterling. Has a hook closure that holds securely.
The matching bracelet measures 7" long and has a secure spring clasp. Also mark...
This is the "Bar Braid Pin" by Hector Aguilar
featured on page 150 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny C. Morrill. She dates it circa 1940 and it is in 940 silver.
Measuring 2 7/8" by 1/2", it weighs 13 grams and is in fine original condition. Signed as shown. One of his very famous designs.
This sterling Hobe bracelet with the peridot and ruby bezel set stones is wonderful. I have not had the stones tested. Each stone is set in a floral motif. It is hallmarked on the back "Hobe and sterling. It is 7 1/4" long x 1" and has a spring closure.
A link chain with a past, looking good in the present. This is a late 19th century chunky gold plated link chain comprised of two-banded circle links,
Measurements: 15" long x 3/8" wide. Very good vintage condition, wear to the plate.
This is a gorgeous pendant from Finland is by Kupittaan Kulta Oy. It measures 2" x 5/8". It is marked 925S with the Kupittaan Kulta, anvil hallmark. It is in excellent condition.
Modernist sterling ring by Henry Steig, c.1950's. Signed "STEIG STERLING", is is size 4 1/2. Excellent condition. Construction design with applied silver.....$11 for insured USA shipping. NYS residents pay sales tax.
A beautiful pair of Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold cufflinks designed by Louis Armand Rault. The design features a maiden with large flowers in her hair. The edges of the faces are irregularly cut to conform to the outlines of the design. The faces are connected with chains to backs decorated in a strapwork motif. Louis Rault worked primarily for Boucheron and was widely considered the finest gold and silver chaser of his time. He largely set the foundation for Boucheron's gold medal victory a...
A Victorian 18K gentleman's chrysoprase signet seal ring, fully hallmarked for London, England 1860 1861. This antique size 5-1/2 or 5.5yellow gold ring has an inset green stone which measures 1/2" x 3/8" . The initials are carved en intaglio and are either PG or GP, and this Victorian ring has a CG&S maker's mark. It weighs 7.7 grams, and it is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than the expected patina from use and its age and...
A 14K white gold filigree Art Deco pearl ring from the 1920s 1930s. This size 5 ring has excellent Art Deco filigree openwork and it features a 7 mm. cultured pearl with a creamy light yellow colour. It weighs 2.0 grams, it is stamped 14K with an S in a shield maker's mark and it is in very good condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs however the pearl has a couple of crack lines and a tight crack (and it can easily be replaced). All items are thoroughly and conse...
Velazquez is known for his folkwork style in Mexico City. Repousse carved tops and puffy moth links were his specialty. This amethyst center is a gorgeous glowing stone. A roomy, approximately 17in wearable and a 1 1/8 inch at it's widest point in the drop make a clean, tasteful size to wear with anything and go anywhere. The weight is 53 grams with no damage, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
This very early bracelet displays wonderful artistry with each large and ornate link. It is extremely well crafted. The curves and the design of this heavy gauge silver bracelet are wonderful. Each link is slightly convex, adorned with a vivid, turquoise cabochon (each with different greens, blues and browns forming beautiful matrixes). The bracelet measures 7 5/8" x 1 5/8". The hook clasp is marked "SILVER MADE IN MEXICO." This fabulous bracelet weighs 90 grams and is in excellent conditi...
A beautiful late Victorian 18K yellow gold and platinum ring set with a 1/2-carat oval ruby bordered with rose cut diamonds set in platinum. The ruby is graded as slightly purplish-red color, medium-dark tone and moderately strong saturation (slpR 6/4) and shows no indicated of heat or other treatment. The carat weight of rose cut diamonds cannot be accurately determined by measurement, but they have the visual appearance of being about a half carat in total weight. Tested and guaranteed 18K gol...
A 14k & 18k Art Deco diamond ring from the 1920s-30s. This size 6-1/4 ring features a central claw-set 8 point diamond (by gauge) mounted in 18k white gold on a 14k yellow gold shank. The setting measures 1/2 x 3/8", the ring is stamped SUSS 14K 18K, it weighs 1.9 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 and m...
Beautiful Arts & Crafts eternity ring from the Art Nouveau period. This ring was made by hand with exquisitely detailed openwork of leaves carved in yellow gold, 15 small rubies, three diamonds set in white gold diamond shapes. Ring width is 9 mm, weight is 5.1 grams, excellent condition. Ring size is 6.5, cannot be resized without interrupting the pattern.
A classic target-style ring featuring a luminous pearl surrounded by a ring of calibre-cut synthetic rubies set in an 18K yellow gold setting. Originally a stick pin, this ring was created with the addition of an 18K shank. The rubies are synthetic—as they often were in the Art Deco period—are a beautiful deep red color that nicely accents the creamy white pearl.
- Origin: French stick pin, ca. 1920.
- Condition: excellent; converted from an Art Deco stick pin.
- Dimensions:...
Length: 79 inches (31.6 cm)
Weight: 45.6 grams
Stones: .28 ctw diamonds (14 diamond stations each with a 2 pt diamond)
Hallmark: lozenge attached to the lobster claw clasp, stamped 750 and DY
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".
A citrine rolled rose gold plate watch fob. This fob has a foil-backed tested citrene stone circa 1840. This early Victorian 1-1/8" x 7/8" unsigned attractively designed man's watch accessory 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. Expedited tracked and insured pa...
A 19th century Dutch red glass necklace with a 14k carnelian clasp. This Victorian era 19th century 36-1/4" hand cut red glass bead necklace is complete with a Dutch hallmarked 14k yellow gold clasp. The beads have a rich red garnet colour and the 1/2" diameter box clasp has a natural carnelian stone with an inset gold flourish at the center. It has the Dutch oak leaf gold mark in use from 1852-1906, and this lovely necklace is in excellent condition with no cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, l...