Oystein Balle sterling and enamel brooch
Norway
1950's
Diameter - 1 3/4"
Very good vintage condition
Striking mid-20th Century modernist sterling and rock crystal Ring by K.E. Palmberg, who was chief designer for the leading Swedish company Alton in the 1950s. Matching bracelet and pendant currently available separately.
The square portion behind the large clear stone is oxidized black, making the crystal to sparkle and glow like crazy. The top portion of the ring measures 6/8" in diameter and stands 3/8" above the ring. Adjustable, but currently a size 6.5...
This ornate sterling silver disk pin, by Norwegian maker Ivar T. Holth, is gilded and features an intricate wirework design. It is applied to a scalloped disk of white guilloched enamel and dates from the 1960s-1970s. It appears to have been hardly worn, with a light tarnishing of the gilt that can be addressed with a cloth cleaning. There is a secure rollover clasp on the back as well as the marks for Norway, Holth and sterling...
This .830 silver bracelet is made of five delicate, decorative chains that hang comfortably around the wrist. It is secured by a tongue-and-groove clasp that bears an unidentified maker’s mark of M.S. with a triangular mark, as well as the mark 830 S, possibly for Norway. The bracelet measures about 7 inches long and ¾ inch wide. Weight: 17.4 grams
This sterling silver ring features a ‘taco’-like folded design with a zigzag band inside sitting on its edge. The inside of the folded piece has been deeply oxidized with a translucent finish. The ring exhibits various kinds of tool marks. The ring is possibly Norwegian, with a mark of 925S inside the band; there are also maker’s initials of JPC, possibly for Danish silversmith Jens Peter Clausen of Copenhagen (1973-1981). Weight: 9.3 grams
This unusual sterling silver ring features a curved disc with applied molten strands of silver forming an organic dome. The inside of the disc exhibits a volcanic finish. The band is sturdy, and bears possibly a Danish mark of 925S, as well as an unidentified maker’s mark. The ring is a size 7. It measures 1 inch long, 1 inch wide, and about 1 1/8 inches high. Weight: 14.6 grams
This unusual silver lariat necklace draws on its Nordic roots with a twisted, notched spike at each end in the Viking manner. It is quite a versatile design and a sophisticated look; the strands can be knotted or draped, worn long or doubled. The chain itself is composed of doubled links, each with two perpendicular rings. The chain has a yet-unidentified maker’s mark, with a Norwegian silver mark of 830S. From end to end, the necklace measures about 46 ¼ inches long, including the terminals...
Whimsical kinetic sterling silver ring by Erik Granit. Finland, 1950s. Marked with several hallmarks, along with "57, 925 STERLING FINLAND, ER GRANIT CO DESIGN JEWELERS" excellent condition. Size 6.25 (measures 5/8" across the inside).
These delicate sterling silver pendant earrings have scrolled frames supporting small teardrops. They are designed in the tradition of solje jewelry from Norway. These earrings are marked only 925 on the screw backs; there are no other markings. They measure about 2 ¼ inches long by 1/2 inch wide. Weight: 7.7 grams
Bent Knudsen modernist sterling silver and trapped pool of light crystal bracelet
Denmark
Crystal - 1" in diameter
Interior circumference - 6 7/8"
Marked Bent K, Denmark, sterling
Very good vintage condition
This handmade bracelet has a Georg Jensen feel, and was made during the height of Jensen’s popularity in the U.S. It is composed of panels of double leaves that are connected with curled, vine-like, entwined links. The workmanship is of a high quality and the look is classic Scandinavian with its focus on natural forms. The bracelet bears the mark for Lund, a Stockholm maker, as well as sterling marks for Sweden and Stockholm and a 1945 date mark...
A Georg Jensen sterling silver double tulip pin and earrings set in a red Georg Jensen New York box. The brooch measures 1-3/4 x 1-3/8" and has a safety catch and it matches the 7/8" x 5/8" clip-on earrings...
Mette and Finn modernist pewter necklace
Denmark
Mid 20th century
Solid bars connecting 5 split spheres
Displays some movement and sound
30" long
Marked Mette and Finn Denmark
Very good vintage condition
Mette and Finn Aero modernist pewter necklace
Denmark
Center pendant - 6"
Chain - 17" when extended
Marked Mette and Finn Aero Denmark
Very good vintage condition
This cool pendant / medallion has a great modernist design. It is a concave and convex disk with a radius of 2 inches. It hangs 13" from a link chain. The back is marked PEWTER Jorgen Jensen (in his script hallmark) HANDMADE DENMARK 158.
Like all Jorgen Jensen pieces it displays the modernist style. It is in excellent condition.
A double row of petals composed of gilded sterling silver and enameled in deep red adds a bit of drama to this late-1960s flower pin. A cross-hatch grid pattern of guilloche work under the enamel enhances the design. There is a secure rollover clasp on the back, with a maker’s mark of a crown and marks for sterling and Norway. It measures 2 ¼ inches across by 2 ½ inches long, including the stem. Weight: 22.8 grams
Bent Knudsen modernist sterling kinetic necklace
Denmark
Mid 20th Century
Neck ring - 4 1/2" side to side, x 4 1/2" back to front
Drop - 5 1/2" long
Both neck ring and drop are signed
Excellent vintage condition
Of an organic design, with a concave disc bearing a group of applied spore-like elements. The finish exhibits a volcanic iridescence. The band is of graduated width, and is well-marked for Helsinki, Finland, sterling silver and the date symbol for 1971 in an impressed rectangle. A second rectangular mark reads E. Granit Co. Design Jewellery. The top measures 1 inch by 7/8 inch. The ring is sized at about a 5 ¼. Weight: 9.5 grams
A vintage c1920s Scandinavian .830 silver 2-5/8 x 3/4" bar pin by Hugo Grun of Copenhagen, Denmark. In business from c1918-1937, this signed pin has Grun's H.Gr 830S mark on the c-clasp guard, it weighs 5.4 grams, 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. Surface shipping to the U.S...
Composed of gilded sterling, this delicate necklace features four-lobed stylized florals in white enamel, with translucent enameled centers imitiating half-pearls. It is marked with the David-Andersen scales, and the designer’s mark of Willy Winnaess. Secure, original hardware on both necklace and earrings, which are clip backs. Necklace measures 15 ¼ inches long; earrings are roughly 3/8 inch square. Necklace weight: 27.6 grams
A delicate necklace of double rows of green and white enameled flowers on gilded sterling, from the 1960s. There is an unidentified maker’s mark on the tongue and groove clasp, which is also marked sterling and Norway. The necklace measures 14 ½ inches long and ¾ inch wide. Weight: 64.4 grams
This Norwegian necklace is composed of gilded sterling silver panels decorated with guilloche work under ivory-colored enamel and edged with black enamel and embossed flowers along the rim. The necklace clasp is in good working order, and bears the mark of Ivar T. Holth, of Oslo. The box part of the clasp is marked 925 for sterling; the tongue is marked for .830 silver. The enamel is intact, showing no losses or cracks. The necklace measures 15 inches long by 7/8 inch wide. Weight: 66.6 grams
This bracelet exhibits a classic Scandinavian style extremely popular during the 1950s and 1960s. The dramatic enameling is in vivid colors, featuring panels of Nordic scenes alternating with blue and white cloisonne panels. The tongue and groove clasp is very secure and bears the mark of Ottar Hval, of Oslo. The bracelet measures 7 ½ inches long by 5/8 inch wide. Weight: 26.4 grams
Ca 1930 A bangle designed by Karl Gustav Hansen of the Hans Hansen firm. Marked Sterling Denmark 925S HaH. Weight 41.2grams ~ inner diameter just a tad under 2-1/2~ width 3/8"
Frank and Regine Juhls sterling silver necklace
Norway
Pendant - 3 1/4" long x 2" wide
Neck chain 24" long
Marked Juhls 925s
Very good vintage condition
Wonderful circa 1970s silver plate with gold gilt necklace by Danish designer Jacob Hull. Heavyweight and solid, with three shiny, articulated discs hanging from a solid necklace. The discs are smooth while the "holders" and bottom portion of the neck-ring have a textured surface.
The opening of necklace measures 4.5" x 4 3/4". The hanging portion measures 3.5" long. It is signed on the rear Jacob Hill in script & Denmark below it and B+D with a red enamel circle...
Wonderful kinetic pendant by Danish designer Hermann Siersbol, circa 1960s. The bale and the dangles are polished silver, which is contrasted by the body of the pendant, which has a hand-hammered texture. The bars dangle freely and each terminate in a silver globe.
The large Pendant measures approx. 2" across by about 3.5" tall (top of bale to bottom of longest dangle). Marked on the bale "925S H.S.". Excellent vintage condition with no deep scratches, dings or dents.
Flower power for the ear lobes. Vintage earrings by this maker are always collectable. Clip these circa 1970 Danish clean classic floral earrings signed: Sterling Denmark N. E. From for Neils Erik From of Denmark, on your ears and step out in vintage Danish style!
1 1/4" across as a five petal flower with 5 ball motif. Classic! Large comfortable clips.
13 grams on postal scale, super condition and needing a good polishing...
Sterling ring of adjustable design decorated with white guilloche enamel in a geometric motif. The enamel shows no damage or wear, and the ring is at its original size. It bears the mark of Aksel Holmsen of Sandefjord, Norway. It is a size 5.
A fabulous modernist bracelet in sterling silver by Kultateollisuus, Ky of Turku Finland. Designed by Jorma Laine...
This lovely bracelet is decorated with white guilloché enameled rectangular panels alternating with similar square ones featuring dark blue flowers. The silver is highly gilded; the tongue-and-groove clasp is original and in good working order. The bracelet bears the mark of Norwegian maker David-Andersen. It measures 7 ½ inches long by ½ inch wide. Weight: 24.5 grams
Composed of flattened square links with rounded corners, this Scandinavian bracelet is classic, with a modernist edge. It's well constructed, with connecting rings that are securely soldered closed and a hook clasp. It shows marks for the assay city of Lahti and the year 1971; there is an unidentified maker’s mark of ANR. The bracelet measures 7 ¾ inches long and 5/8 inch wide. Weight: 12.2 grams
This charming sterling silver bracelet is handmade, composed of coiled wire rosettes alternating with rectangular panel links. It is sturdily made despite its delicate look and bears the mark of Just Andersen of Copenhagen (who stopped working in 1973). Its secure hook closure features an additional safety clasp. The back of the clasp exhibits the maker's mark as well as marks for sterling silver, Denmark, and the design number of 141. The bracelet measures 7 ½ inches long and about 3/8 inch w...
A reticulated sterling silver pendant of geometric elements and elongated bale, suspended from an .830 silver chain. Both bear the marks of H.C. Østrem of Drammen; it's very unusual to find a pendant by this maker with its original chain. The script maker's mark also is not often seen. The entire necklace measures15 inches long with the chain doubled, including the 3-inch-long pendant. Weight: 23.6 grams, total
These 1960s Scandinavian earrings have distinctive, lacy frames, each set with a cabochon carnelian in a bezel mounting. The clip backs are marked S925 and are original; the earrings are probably Danish. The earrings measure ½ inch wide.
An unusual link bracelet composed of delicate openwork panels. The box clasp is secure and is engraved with script initials of FW. The back of one panel shows the Swedish silver mark, an unidentified maker’s or town mark and the mark for .835 silver. The clasp is secure and comes with an attached safety chain. The bracelet measures 8 inches long by 9/16 inches wide. Weight: 16.5 grams