All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #412719 (stock #md0410)
carol lane
$175.00
Applied silver biomorphic design on oxydized background silver earrings by JO CATANZARO, c.1960's. Large, they measure 1 1/2" by 1" and are unsigned. Made for pierced ears. Wonderful design....$9 for insured USA shipping.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1330217 (stock #JJ2071)
An organic mid century modern ring by the American studio jeweler, Paul Miller. This ring, executed in sterling silver with an Opal cabochon, is currently a size 8 1/2 and can be adjusted up or down because of the open back. Marked Paul Miller, Sterling on the inside. Opal measures 5/8" long and 3/8" across. Has a little tarnish and a few minor surface scratches. Very fine example of his work.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1052212 (stock #1876 / 379)
PlanetGlass.net
$175.00
Unique hand-wrought sterling silver studio earrings, circa 1950s. Each measures over 1.25" long. Screw-backs. Excellent vintage condition. Unmarked.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1306509 (stock #JJ1842)
A vintage modernist pair of sterling silver cuff links by noted silversmith, Maxwell Chayat. Measure 7/8" across. Toggle findings are marked Sterling and swivel. Marked Chayat Sterling on the backs. Sterling 'pearls' against oxidized darker sterling background. The pair is in nice condition, with some tarnish. Well made, classic mid century design.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1317394 (stock #J2649)
A charming piece composed of a sterling silver fish pendant on its original chain, this necklace exhibits the fine workmanship typical of mid-century Italian jewelry. The fish’s features are enhanced with cobalt and green enamel, and its tail moves on a hinge. All the pieces are riveted together, and the cable chain features flattened, oval links. The pendant and chain bear the Italian mark for sterling, registered Arezzo, dating 1944-1968...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1384224 (stock #JJ2060JJ2999)
Silverman's Selected Antiques
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A pair of vintage hammered sterling silver brooches from the American Studio Modernist jeweler, John Lewis, available in two sizes. Great hammered texture. Larger brooch measures about 1 3/4" across and 1 1/2" high. Smaller brooch measures 1 1/2" across and 1 3/8" high. Both pieces are marked Sterling and with the crossed JL mark of the artist. The larger brooch also has the ® mark. Rollover clasps hold securely. Very nice condition, have some minor scratches and darkened patina...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1098050 (stock #1945 / 627)
PlanetGlass.net
$175.00
Interesting handcrafted sterling silver ring with a biomorphically shaped tigers-eye holding a tigers-eye sphere. Size 8. Excellent vintage condition. Unsigned.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1318406 (stock #J2654)
This handsome cuff features an abstract design of two concave asymmetrical bands, linked by a single narrow applied strand. It’s quite comfortable to wear, and is constructed with flattened edges at the terminals to ease the fit over the wrist. Under the lacquered finish there is a soft patina indicating age with some oxidation that adds character, including a fingerprint. The maker’s mark is partial and as yet unidentified. It dates about 1970...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1315715 (stock #JJ1962)
A fine, modernist sterling silver ring by the California studio jeweler, Gerald Stinn, (1937-2019). His pieces were sold to major museums and are on permanent display at the Smithsonian Museum in D.C.

Has an abstract design on the front and an opening on the side. Measures about a size 6. Marked Stinn Sterling. In very nice condition.

Quality piece.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1477853 (stock #JJ4397)
A modernist sterling silver pendant with a large brown striped agate. This heavy piece is made from sterling silver that is hammered, textured and folded for an interesting 3-D effect.

Marked Sterling and what looks like script conjoined initials, maybe AH or AHP.

The pendant measures 2 1/4" long including the bale and 1 3/4" at the widest. The pendant weighs 33 gr.

Currently on a sterling 23" rope chain that has a secure spring clasp. Would look lovely on a neck ring...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1367075 (stock #JJ2693)
An unusual sterling silver cuff bracelet with a central pair of three dimensional birds sitting on a raised round green gemstone, (maybe Chrysoprase) cabochon. Maybe Doves or Lovebirds? Bracelet measures 6 1/4" around with an opening of 7/8". Measures 1 1/4" at the widest. In fine condition with some minor surface scratches and tarnish. A little out of round. Some numbers on the outside, maybe 925 but only a partial strike. Has a very Mid Century Scandinavian feel to it...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1092444 (stock #J1672)
Composed of oval twisted-wire rings, this 1960s long chain is easy to wear and has a very contemporary look. It is unmarked, but tests as sterling and is very well constructed, with each link secured with solder. There is no clasp, just throw it on and go. When worn, the chain drops 19 ¼ inches long. Weight: 33.7 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1465142 (stock #JJ4389)
A very unique hand wrought large pendant in sterling silver, reminds us of a large paperclip. Made from a thick curled sterling wire. Signed M. Bowles Sterling and Hand Wrought on the back.

The pendant measures 3" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. It is in fine condition with some minor surface scratches. The pendant alone weighs 19 gr.

It is suspended from a silver neck ring, (probably sterling) which measures about 15" around and has a secure hook closure...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1321798 (stock #JJ2003)
A sterling silver modernist brooch by the well known silversmith, Ronald Pearson. Measures 2 1/4" long and 1 1/8" high. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Marked Pearson Sterling on the back. In very nice condition with a little tarnish. Interesting crimped design.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1308911 (stock #JJ1910)
A vintage heavy sterling silver hand made brooch with a prong set striated art glass 'jewel'. Measures 2 3/8" across and 2 1/4" high. Marked Sterling on the back. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Well crafted, striking design.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1449694 (stock #JJ4038)
A vintage modernist hand wrought sterling silver link bracelet with thick sterling wire overlay.

Measures about 8" long and 1" at the widest. Marked sterling. Secure spring clasp. Fine condition with minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Lays nicely on the wrist.

Reminds us of the work of Paul Lobel.

Well made and sleek design.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1466852 (stock #JJ4485)
A sterling silver artist signed hinged bracelet in a modernist design with a second layer of abstract shapes. Marked P L Garré, for Phyllis L. Garré (1920-2018), a self taught artisan who started her third career of jewelry making in Washington state. Also marked Hand Wrought Sterling and 181 which may be a style number.

Measures approximately 7" around and 1 1/4" at the widest...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1330219 (stock #JJ2048)
A modernist brooch by noted mid century silversmith, Frances Holmes Boothby.

This swirled brooch measures 1 1/2" tall and 1 7/8" across. Has a partial fhb mark on the back. Also marked Sterling.

Has a safety rollover clasp that holds securely. Nice condition, just a few minor scratches.

Classic Boothby design.