This vintage Mexican solid copper bracelet is truly a unique work of art. It is adorned with beautifully executed silver and brass Aztec symbols. The motif is of an Aztec Cipactli or crocodile. In Aztec mythology, Cipactli is god of the land, the great earth monster, floating on the sea of stars. He also represents the first trecena of the sacred year in the Aztec calendar. This is an auspicious day, signifying advancement and honor. It depicts energy and work, rewards and recognition...

This man's watch double chain with a slide is about 9-3/4" long. Both the chain and the slide are gold filled. On one end there is a toggle bar for insertion in a vest buttonhole and a swivel hook for attaching a fob. The watch would be inserted in the vest pocket. It dates to about 1900. With a slight adjustment in the length, the chain could be converted to a woman's bracelet or hooked to another similar chain to make a necklace...

An Arts and Crafts period acid etched brass brooch with a central blue cabochon. Measures 2 1/2" long and 2" across. Has a 'C' clasp which holds securely. Has some minor tarnish. Nice organic design.

Intricate metalwork surrounds every bezel. Faux-aqua, pink sapphire. This bracelet must have been part of a parure (set). There is no name but the workmanship is consistent with all Hobe jewelry. This bracelet of semi-precious faux stones is a visual masterpiece. Each stone is set with twisted wire delicately holding the stone. Circa 1940. Small Wrist 6

These Edwardian Circa 1890 Earrings, delicate open wire work, with yellow and white paste stones. Length: 2-5/8″ Width: 1″ Condition is consistent with age and wear.

Bronze

Mexico

c. 1970

Unsigned

4 1/8" x 2 1/4"

Excellent Vintage Condition

Purchased in the 1960s in Katmandu at the only jewelry shop, designed and created by the shop owner. On a base of brush gilded silver are diamonds, pearls, coral and carnelian. The choker portion measures 15" in circumference and the center drops 2.5". Perfect condition and strong clasp and safety closure. No marks or signatures. This neck piece takes on a life of its own when worn, enchanting. Katmandu 1960s

Bronze

c. 1970's

Unsigned

Size 8 1/2

Excellent Vintage Condition

Brass

c. 1960's

Unsigned

Size 8 1/2

Excellent Vintage Condition

Dating to the early 1900's, this antique bracelet features the majestic face of a lion accented by two, tiny rubies inset as eyes and another grasped by the mouth. The brass bangle is a lovely example of Art Nouveau detailing as shown by the perforated vines that flow around either side of the lion's protruding head. An additional bezel set ruby appears on the far side of each vine. The bangle displays a beautiful, mellow patina and graduates in width from 1-1/8" at the face to 1/4"...

An interesting neck ring with a large pendant in a modernist, organic design. Probably handmade hammered brass. Neck ring measures about 17" around. Pendant is 4 1/2" long and 2 1/4" wide. Hook closure. Nicely made. Great design!

Vintage Cuff Bracelet by Carvalhu of Brazil. Brutalist or Modernist style with 2 partially faceted Amethyst Crystals. Dates to 1970s. Signed Carvalhu R10. Measures 1 3/8" at wide. Interior Diameter is 2 3/8" with a1" gap

A wonderful Art Nouveau costume piece, circa 1910. This pink glass and brass swag necklace has two spectacle-set round pink brilliants in the chain.

A studio piece made of brass wire manipulated into an abstract form. It features a large, faceted citrine in an applied bezel mount; two large prongs secure each end. There appears to be no adhesive, but the stone is very secure and exhibits no scratching or other wear. The rollover clasp may be a replacement. The pin measures 3 inches by 3 inches at its longest and widest points. The citrine measures 1 1/8 inches long by 7/8 inch wide by a little over ½ inch deep.

A three dimensional flower is at the center of the neckline in this garland of iron. Alternate links are rosettes, and vines. Berlin Iron jewelry is a prized possession and has been since early 1800. It is light on the body, delicate in appearance, yet strong, This necklace was made of iron when Napoleon's persistence to expand his empire, drove the German treasury to ask citizens to turn in their gold for iron bringing money to the treasury to continue the war effort...