A superb Edwardian ring featuring a 1.89 carat antique cushion sapphire asymmetrically flanked by a pair of old European cut diamonds (.40 and .35 carats, both I color and one with VS1 clarity and the other with SI2 clarity, in buttercup settings. The design is further enhanced with scrolls set with rose cut diamonds. As is typical of the period, the gold ring is topped with platinum to highlight the color of the stones...

Ed Levin modernist sterling silver and 14K gold brooch

Abstract mandolin

Mid 20th century

3/4" wide x 2" long

Marked Ed Levin, ster. and 14K

Excellent vintage condition

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring by David Andersen, Norway. Three balls in an overlapping style.

Measures about a size 6.5 and can be slightly adjusted. Shank measures 1/2" at the widest. Signed D-A, Norway, Sterling, 925S, and scales mark.

In very nice condition, has just a little tarnish and some minor nicks and scratches. Circa 1970s. Wonderful MCM design.

A beauty from the past is this Art Nouveau 14Kt yellow gold bar pin. The pin is decorated by 3 multi colored enameled leaves and 4 2.5 mm oriental seed pearls. The length of the pin is 33 millimeters and the width is 6 millimeters.

This is a classic pair of European 18Kt two tone gold and diamond hanging earrings with lever backs and two diamonds. The yellow gold lever backs support a free moving white gold triangular design from which the free moving white gold flower is also hangings. The flower on each earring is centered by a full cut diamond. The approximate total weight of diamonds is 0.15Ct. The length of the earrings is 1 1/4".

A gorgeous Art Nouveau festoon necklace worked in 14K yellow gold. The central floral plaque is delicately enameled in translucent iridescent shades of pink, lemon and green. Small round and baroque seed pearls accent the design. Collet-set deep purple oval cut amethysts flank either side of the blossom and a freshwater pearl drop is suspended from the bottom. A third amethyst is suspended just above the floral plaque...

A substantial and heavily oxidized sterling bracelet by Jose Luis Flores. An apprentice of Spratling, Flores also worked in the ateliers of Hector Aguiar,Miguel Martinez and Emma Melendez. Signed Miguel in script, Taxco,Sterling JLF along with a slightly obliterated number. There are faint scratches. The bracelet measures 7-1/4 x 1-3/8 and weighs 80.7gr.

Janiye sterling silver brooch

1950

1 7/8" x 1 3/8"

Marked on reverse

Very good vintage condition displaying intended oxidation

A fine modernist 18K yellow gold ring set with an intricately carved aquamarine in the "forma livre" (free form) style. Haroldo Burle Marx was particularly known for his use of large gemstones, often fashioned by carving or tumbling rather than being faceted, a technique he invented in 1948. The color of this aquamarine is quite nice—almost a Prussian blue. The gold mounting is decorated with the fine florentined engraving often seen on Marx pieces...

Circa 1860, unique 18k yellow gold locket with a star detail made of rose cut diamonds and coral. It is on an 18k yellow gold chain with coral bead stations. The locket has its fully intact frames and glass on the inside. The locket has a sizeable (.40 ct) rose cut diamond in the bail and approximately .20cttw additionally in the star...

An amazing sterling silver modernist brooch adorned with four purple cabochons by the renown Israeli jeweler, Rachel Gera. Measures 5" long and 2" across. Can be worn as a pendant with a converter. (We will provide if requested.) The larger cabochon is an amethyst and the smaller dark red ones may be garnets. Signed on the back Gera, Israel and 925. Rollover clasp holds securely. Heavy and substantial. Wonderful piece of modernist jewelry.

This classic brilliant cut single diamond is set in a 14Kt white gold elegantly pierced crow, six prong basket setting. The 1.20Ct diamond was graded by our in-house gemologist to be a G color and SI2 clarity. The ring dates back to the 1920's. The ring is a size 4 ¾ and it can easily be sized.

A stunning 19K yellow gold enhancer pendant intended for a thick chain or a strang of beads by Elizabeth Locke. The oval pendant encloses a gorgeous labradorite cabochon glowing with the billowy blue color of the best labradorite. The central stone is accented at compass points by round brilliant-cut blue sapphires. The sapphires have a slightly violet tint and exceptional brilliance. The bail is hinged so the pendant can be slipped over a thick chain or onto a strand of beads or pearls...

An irregular shaped piece of amber is mounted in a handmade bezel. The mounting is decorated with hand-applied silver biomorphic protrusions. The bailbears the Krakow mark for .916 silver, with an additional mark indicating added metal, although all of the metal tests as silver. The pendant measures 2 ½ inches long, including the bail and jump ring, and 1 3/8 inches wide.

This pin bridges mid-century modernist and Southwest aesthetics with its angular design and polished ceramic cabochon resembling turquoise. It’s marked 925 for sterling silver at one end; the original rollover clasp is very secure. The pin measures about 3 inches long by ¾ inch wide.

Egyptian pendant with the face of a Goddess wearing a crown with a at on the front . The bead is in good condition with some yellow coloring . This is most likely 19th c but could be an original ancient piece. Size H 1 3/4" W 1 1/4"

A man's 10k carnelian modernist ring from the 1980s. This size 12-1/4 ring has great style and it's a large size. It features a 5/8 x 5/8" setting, triangular zig-zag cutouts on the shoulders and it is stamped 10K. It weighs an impressive 7.8 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a fine surface scratches to the stone (just visible in our first picture)...

A superb pair of vintage, mid-century platinum earrings with green tourmalines and diamonds. The large rectangular step cut tourmalines contrast beautifully with the surrounding ribbons of diamonds and the whiteness of the platinum settings. The pairing of tourmalines and diamonds isn’t terribly common and gives these earrings a special appeal...

Gorgeous deep red Mediterranean coral tear drop stones and center pearl in this sterling ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. It is a size 6 and sits about 3/4" high from the finger when on. Weighing 10 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. His work is increasingly harder to find since it is highly collected. A spectacular ring.

Glistening caramel golds and molten browns dominate in this Cecilia Tono Mexican modernist bang ring. This is one of my favorite Taxco collaborations - the jewelry that came out of it slick and inventive with the highest quality of craftsmanship and the best of materials. There is nothing excessive about this ring - except maybe the heftiness of its oxidized setting - yet it immediately attracts the eye and holds the gaze captive with its liquid warmth and its generous width...

A mid century modern necklace with a large pendant in pewter by Lysgards in Denmark. Pendant has a brutalist texture with a rough cut amethyst geode. Marked Made in Denmark, Lysgards Design, Tin and 93. Measures 4" long to the top of the bale and 1 7/8" across. Original chain is a paper clip style with a toggle clasp. Measures 24" long. In nice condition with some minor tarnish and scratches. Cool mod design!

Dating to the late 1930's, from his first design period, this William Spratling ring features a large amethyst cabochon flanked on each side by five silver beads.

The amethyst stone measures 19mm in diameter. The ring is a size 7.

Weight is 12.5 grams.

Weight is 13 grams.

Signed and hallmarked with the WS print later mark, Taxco, and 980...

A fine Victorian locket in 10K yellow gold, the front face featuring an enameled bouquet of white lilies against a striking turquoise enameled background. In Victorian flower symbology, the white lily represented sweetness or purity. The surrounding areas of gold are ornately engraved in a swirly design that is repeated on the back cover around a shield-shaped reserve. The interior retains the original frame and glass cover...

It has been a long time since I have offered a mosaic Mexican silver necklace...

Victorian 14K yellow gold rectangular buckle pin covered in seed pearls. Hallmarked on clasp, fully tested. Excellent condition 45mm tall x 14mm wide

The cobras on the choker and earrings are not the least intimidating. Rather they bring a smile and a sense of admiration for their whimsy and fun. This set is among HAR's masterpieces of fantasy figurals. From a gold plated rope chain a teal green cobra curls. He is bedecked with topaz iridescent rhinestones and chunky purple stones. Necklace is 18" with closure in the front. Clip earrings match the cobra head and stones on the necklace. 1 1/4" by 1 1/4".

Vintage clip earrings in dark goldtone metal with brilliant green glass stones, with a rope form quatrefoil cross motif and snake chain tassels. 1970s, probably French based on the design, color, and metal. 3 inches long and just under 1/2 inch wide. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.

Circa 1940 rose gold eternity band with rubies set in white gold flowers going around the entire ring. Ring size 6.5, cannot be sized.

"Died by the hand of an assassin" mourning ring for Spencer Perceval, British statesman and barrister who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Our 18 carat hoop ring is engraved with the following inscription to the interior: Rt Hon Spencer Perceval Ob. May 11 1812 Aet 49 and further inscribed with the words "Died by the hand of an assassin". It has British hallmarks for 1812 and maker's mark for Samuel Glover, goldsmith of Foster Lane, London. Spencer Perceval was the only Britis...

Elegant vintage 14Kt gold and diamond openwork ring decorated by ten full-cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of the ten diamonds is 0.35Ct. The width of the top of the ring is 10mm and it is size 6 ½ but it can easily be sized.

This sparkling and colorful necklace/choker is beautiful. It is made of multifaceted, Aurora Borealis graduating, crystals. It is 16" long with a hook and chain closure marked LAGUNA. It is in nice condition.

An exceptionally fine and very heavy pair of 18K yellow gold cufflinks, the faces cast and hand-pierced in an ornate design of a mythological griffin. More properly, the creature is a Basilisk with the body of a serpent and the head and wings of an eagle. Deatailed scales and feathers are engraved for added interest. The back faces are worked in a laurel pattern. The quality of workmanship is so superb that even the back side of each face is entirely engraved to match the front. The cuffli...

This bold Mexican sterling silver bracelet is composed of domed hollow panels with complex cut-out designs based on pre-Columbian motifs. It was made by the premier Taxco workshop of Los Ballesteros. It has a very secure tongue-and-groove clasp with a graceful curved knob; the bracelet also appears to have the original safety chain. The cut work is intact; the hollowed areas within are oxidized to dramatically set off the designs. There are some very minor dents in the sides of a few panels. Th...

A classic, heavy pair of 18K yellow gold cufflinks by David Webb. The front faces are rectangular with canted corners highlighted with opaque blue and white enamel. The smaller back faces are hinged and have solid blue enamel. The connectors are marked "Webb 18K".

Origin: America, ca. 1970. Condition: excellent, no enamel loss; extremely minor abrasions to the gold edge of one cufflink from normal wear. Dimensions: larger faces, 3/4" x 19/32"; smaller faces, 1/2" x 3/8". Weight: 20.1 gr.

Two impressive winged lions with their backs on each other make up the body of this antique yellow and rose gold-filled watch key. Part of a small collection I acquired some time ago that will be presented within the next couple of weeks, it is a very nicely detailed figural "bauble", perfect to be enjoyed alone or added to your neck mess. The watch key measures 1 3/4" tall (including bail and pin) by 1 1/8" wide and it weighs 4.8 grams (for reference only since there is no precious metal here)....

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1940 sterling silver & jade cabochon necklace & earrings set by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early pieces by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco silver ateliers. Handwrought half domed links with bezel set jade cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Earrings are screw on. Dimensions: 16” long, links are 1" wide; earrings are 1" x 3/8". Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

This substantial sterling silver bracelet is designed as a classic double-hinged bangle, with eight sides. The modernistic fold-over clasp serves as one hinge, and has the same design as the opposite link. The bracelet bears the mark of Barcelona, Spain, jeweler Puig Doria, which is still producing jewelry of various materials in addition to silver. The bracelet dates to the 1970s and measures ½ inch wide, with an interior circumference of about 7 inches. Weight: 66.3 grams

This early 1940's Los Castillo necklace is a masterpiece, designed by Margot van Voorhies Carr / Margot de Taxco, who was married to Antonio Castillo at that time. It's executed in 980 silver, measuring 19" end to end. Just shy of 1 3/4" wide. Weight is 255.2 grams. Signed and hallmarked "980 Los Castillo Taxco", with the design # 262. Absolutely stunning.

Period aesthetic movement sterling pin by Parks Bros. & Rogers, Providence, c.1892, very much in the style of Shiebler. With the identical locking mechanism and style, this lovely pin with decorative "nature" concept measures 2 5/16" long by 1/2" wide. In excellent condition and with lovely patina, it is signed "4-leaf clover STERLING". Beautiful......$11 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY tax.

A striking 9 strand sterling bracelet with chiseled design terminals by Navajo silversmith Johnny Mike Begay who worked at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, AZ. and also worked on his own. It measures 5 1/4" around in the inside with an additional 1 1/4" opening and is 2 3/4" wide. Weighing 59 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed JMB as shown. A very bold statement on the wrist.

A nice pair of mid-century 14K yellow gold cufflinks set with blue sapphire cabochons. The rectangular faces are engraved in a sunburst pattern, with one end rolled over. A round cabochon sapphire is set in to each end of the opening created by the rolled edge. The stones have fine slightly violet-blue color and good clarity. The backs have toggle closures. The cufflinks are not signed, but are almost certainly by either Larter or Krementz. Marked "14K".

Origin: America, ca. 1950. Condition:...

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring by Hans Hansen, designed by the Georg Jensen designer, Per Harild and crafted by the Georg Jensen silversmithy in Denmark.

Measures about a size 6.5-7. Somewhat adjustable due to the open nature of the design. Marked with the conjoined HaH for Hans Hansen, post 1945 mark for Georg Jensen, Denmark and 925S.

In fine condition. Minor scratches and nicks along the edges and a little tarnish. Thick sterling.

Modernist streamlined design.

A 9k rose gold green turquoise cabochon solitaire ring dated 1971. This size 6-3/4 or 6.75 English ring features a 3/8" x 5/16" claw-set cabochon stone and it weighs 1.8 grams. It is marked with a full set of Birmingham, England hallmarks for 1971 with .375 and 9ct gold marks along with a maker's mark. It has the expected polishing and surface marks on the natural stone and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughl...

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1940 sterling silver & jade cabochon bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early pieces by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco silver ateliers. Handwrought half domed links with bezel set jade cabochons. Hook clasp.. Dimensions: 7 1/2” long, links are 1" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

This is WILLIAM SPRATLING STERLING & MOTHER-OF-PEARL INLAID FISH DESIGN BROOCH....... Jumping Fish by WILLIAM SPRATLING... Signed on the back WILLIAM SPRATLING TAXCO MEXICO.... ca. 60's

An elegant 14K yellow gold gold bracelet constructed with modified gatelinks, each enhanced with engraved details. The five center links are set with round sapphires. The sapphires have intense coloring and excellent clarity. The interior is stamped "14K" and also has Crane & Theurer's maker's mark.

• Origin: America, ca. 1910
• Condition: excellent
• Dimensions: 3/8" wide; 7-1/4" long
• Weight: 11.6 grams
• Approximate Total Sapphire Weight: .60 carat

Vintage 18K yellow gold dangle earrings with cabochon teardrop shaped emeralds. Emeralds are set in 18K yellow gold. 14K pierced French back closure (hallmarked 14K, see photo). Emeralds are 13mm (5/8 inch) long, just over 9 mm wide, 5mm deep. Total length of earrings including wire is 1 3/8 inch. Total weight is 3.4 grams. Emeralds can also be removed from the wire back and attached to earring posts as earring jackets (see photo). Excellent color.

This beautiful, large brooch / pin measures 2 1/4 x 1 1/4. It is in gold tone and marked J.J. for the Jonette Jewelry Company, founded in 1935 in Providence, Rhode Island in 1935. This piece: however, is circa 1960's. It is in excellent condition. It also has good heft.

Very glam vintage Egyptian revival bib necklace by the artist Ruth Buol. Circa 1965. Goldtone metal drops with huge faceted glass stones in aqua an iridescent aurora borealis colors are suspended from a goldtone chain. The backs of the drops are enameled in pale blue to match the aqua stones. With paper stickers marked BUOL and EGYPT I and with the original price of $110. A fabulous statement piece.

Wearable length is 17. The center drops an additional inches 2 1/4. Excellent c...

This great Modernist, Scandinavian piece displays a lovely pendant with a central, purple stone cabochon. It is marked HW Tenn SWEDEN. HW is for the pewtersmith and Tenn means pewter). The necklace, chain measures just over 24" long.

This simple yet elegant gold washed lavalier evokes both the Nouveau and the Deco eras with its design. It measures 1-3/8” without the bale, and 1/2” at the widest point. It features 3 dark purple stones, which might be glass – we couldn’t identify them with certainty. The top stone’s facets are somewhat abraded, and there is wear to the metal. Circa 1920. The photos are part of the description, so please examine them with care. Thanks! Shipping, handling & insurance free within the U...

Vintage brown leather belt with sterling and coral belt buckle, and sterling end tip and keeper by Navajo Kee Joe Benally. Now deceased, he began working in the 50's and was employed by Woodard's Indian Shop in Gallup, NM for 15 years. The belt buckle measures 2 3/4" by 2 1/4". It has precise line chiseling as does the keeper and end tip. A vibrant bezel set red coral stone highlights the buckle. The leather belt is 45" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. The belt buckle set is in fine original condi...

One of Margot's most famous and iconic designs, this wonderful bracelet features alternating links of AM & PM set above a darkened background along with a dangling Hour Glass Charm. The bracelet measures 6 1/2" long by 5/8" wide, the charm measures 1 1/2" long by 1" wide with a total weight of 58.4 grams. Hallmarked Margot de Taxco, Sterling Made in Mexico, 5201 and the eagle stamp. In good condition with a secure clasp and safety chain. A rare find and a great example of this highly sought afte...

A vintage Art Deco period sterling silver size 3-1/2 signet ring c1930s. This ring has texturing but no initials on the 7/16" x 5/16" ocval upper / front and it weighs 2.3 grams. Most unusually, it has not been monogrammed. It is stamped STERLING and GAY and it is in excellent vintage condition with no breaks, 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...

An antique silver - most probably sterling - watch fob with original chain and dog clip, this sweet little find is, I believe, from the late Victorian / Edwardian period. There is nothing mundane about it either - I find the basketweave ribbon that runs the fob's perimeter at the waist eye-catching as well as the wire-work above it. Both elements enhance the orb's sculpturality which is, of course, underscored by oxidation and patina. The chain is comprised by "infinity" links and the dog clip a...

A great 14Kt yellow gold and lapis lazuli man's ring is set with a great piece of beveled lapis lazuli. The setting is quite heavy because it is solid and not hollowed out. The lapis lazuli is 13 millimeters wide and 17 millimeters long including the beveled sections. The width of the ring on top is 13.5 millimeters. The ring is a size 10 1/2 and it can be sized if needed.

Sterling screwback earrings by Georg Jensen, Denmark, c.1960's. Each measures 15/16" long and each are signed "GEORG JENSEN(in dotted oval) 116B 925". Excellent condition.....$15 for insured US shipping.

A handsome pair of vintage 14K yellow gold double-sided cufflinks by Larter. The square faces have slightly rounded edges and feature almandite garnet cabochons. The garnets have strong red coloring without too much of the brown overtones that can make garnets dark. The connectors are marked with Larter’s hallmark and “14K”.

Origin: America, ca. 1950. Condition: excellent. Size: 9/16” x 9/16”. Weight: 8.5 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: 4.04 cts.

A vintage pair of kinetic figural screw back earrings by Ex-pat Ken Beldin in copper, silver and patinated brass. Measure 2 3/4" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. Ken Beldin etched on the back of the brass part, hard to read. Screw backs hold securely. Fine example of his work.

An 18K white gold filigree Art Deco diamond ring from the 1920s. This size 5-3/4 vintage ring features a high-set genuine 15 point antique brilliant cut diamond with excellent clarity and color. The stone is measured in setting, so approximate. The openwork is attractive and the shoulder/sides are also ornate. It measures 1/4" x 1/4" across the setting surface. The band has a uniform thick profile but a thin width. It is stamped 18K (twice) and it weighs 1.9 grams. It is in excellent condition...