One of a kind, electrifying, arresting cuff with 24k yellow gold, oxidized silver , white diamonds and rutilated quartz by master craftsman and artist Peter Schmid who owns the Atelier Zobel in Konstance, Germany. This bracelet measures 5 1/4” around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2” opening. It is 1 3/4” wide at the stone front and tapers to 1 1/2” at the terminals. The beautiful rutilated quartz cabachon measures 1 1/4” by 1”...
A monumental, over the top exquisite sterling and azurite cuff bracelet by Frank Patania Sr.
The six saw tooth bezel set azurite stones are set on top of a row of silver scrolls alternating with large and small silver balls, the bracelet then finished in a frame of plain silver. It measures 6" around in the inside with an additional 1" opening. It is 2 3/8" wide and weighs a hefty 118 grams.
This bracelet is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed as shown...
Very rare and highly collectible "Bubbles" cuff
designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. circa 1980. Using the inlaid mixed metal art of Damascene, the bracelet is comprised of gold, silver and iron. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 3/4" wide and weighs 26 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown.
A truly amazing piece.
Beautiful sterling concha belt by Frank Patania Sr. There are 7 stamped and chiseled oval conchas each measuring 3 1/8" by 2 1/2" and a stunning rectangular repousse buckle with chiseling , matching that on the conchas, measuring 4" by 3 1/8". On the reverse, the loops that hold the conchas and buckle are made of copper. The brown leather belt itself is 39" end to end and 1" wide...
A big, bold, magnificent sterling and spider webbed turquoise bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. The 7 saw tooth bezel set turquoise pop as the center focus of the cuff. Measuring 5 1/2" end to end plus an additional 1 1/2" opening, it is 2" wide and weighs an impressive 110 grams. There are no chips or cracks to the stones. The bracelet is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Frank Patania Sr. came to Santa Fe, N.M. from Italy and opened The Thunderbird Shop in 1927...
A stunning, magnificently crafted, sterling and natural Morenci turquoise necklace c. 1950, by Frank Patania Sr. (1899-1964). Born in Italy, this silversmith came to the U.S. at an early age settling in the Southwest and achieved great recognition for his blending of European and Native American design. There are seven graduated round sterling discs each having a sawtooth bezel set center turquoise in a shadow box setting...
A beautiful and unusual silver overlay bracelet with a textured background by Frank Patania Sr. A wonderful modern design, this bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening. It is 2 1/2" wide and weighs 120 grams. In fine original condition, it is hallmarked as shown. A brilliant and rare piece.
Outstanding sterling and high grade turquoise necklace
from Frank Patania Sr.'s Thunderbird Shop. The five silver plaques each have triangular shaped stones set in plain bezels that are surrounded by silver twisted wire. The center plaque is the largest and measures 2 1/8" by 1 1/2". The stone in this plaque measures 1 " by 3/4". The full necklace is 15" end to end but could be made to hang longer with an extender if so chosen. Weighing 104 grams, it is in fine original condition...
This is a magnificent sterling and Bisbee turquoise necklace and earrings set. The necklace is 17 1/2" end to end and the center dangling arrow shaped piece measures 3" long and 2" at the widest point. Each arrow from the center graduates smaller with the smallest measuring 1 1/4" long and 7/8" wide. The necklace weighs 115 grams. The earrings are screwbacks measuring 2 1/2" long and 1 1/8" wide. They weigh 19 grams.Both pieces are in fine original condition...
One of a kind, electrifying, arresting ring with 20k yellow gold, sterling silver, diamonds and cabochon labradorite by master craftsman and artist Peter Schmid who owns the Atelier Zobel in Konstance, Germany...
Fantastic and rare traditional Hopi silver overlay pendant with center coral by Mission/Hopi Preston Monongye. This is his early work, before he began using the tufa cast technique. The pendant measures 2" diameter and the bail is 3/4" long. Hanging from a traditional Hopi sterling chain that is 24" end to end, the pendant is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the deep red coral. Total weight is 37 grams. Signed as shown. Preston Monongye pieces are included in many museum per...
A fabulous sterling cuff with 18k gold concave dots by Arizona metalsmith Kim Rawdin. Kim Rawdin studied painting and art education in college in New York and his interest in jewelry started when he took a job as an art teacher on a Navajo reservation in Arizona. Becoming highly influenced by the beauty of the Arizona landscape, he is also influenced by traditional Japanese haiku and scroll paintings, and often includes on the reverse of his bracelets a poem that serves as “an emotional metaph...
Navajo Kenneth Begay has been called the "father of modern Navajo jewelry". From 1946-1964, he worked as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az.
This elegant, precise bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening. It is 1/4" wide and weighs 30 grams. All original, fine condition and signed as shown in the photos. Gorgeous alone or perfect for stacking.
Navajo Kenneth Begay has been called the "father of modern Navajo jewelry". From 1946-1964, he worked as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. This elegant, precise bracelet measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening. It is 3/8" wide and weighs 37 grams. All original, fine condition and signed as shown in the photos. Gorgeous alone or perfect for stacking.
A rare and spectacular bracelet by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs comprised of five sterling silver wired wrapped irregular shaped polished stones - smoky topaz, citrine, green tourmaline and quartz. The bracelet measures 7 " end to end and the stones are approximately 1 1/4" . The stones are beautiful,smooth, and colorful with lots of natural inclusions. It is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks. The simple closure holds securely. This bracelet weighs 92 grams. Signed as shown. Gl...
A very beautiful heavy, wide sterling cuff with 8 ribs by Frank Patania Sr. A subtle and notable touch are the smooth curved terminals. This bracelet measures 6" around in the inside plus and additional 1 1/2" opening. It is 2 1/2" wide and weighs a very sturdy 113 grams.
It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Simply spectacular.
Rare vintage sterling orchid cuff bracelet from Angela Cumming's iconic first collection as an independent designer after she left Tiffany & Co. It measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening and is 2 3/4” wide at the widest point in the front and tapers to 1 3/4" at the terminals. Weighing 105 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed and dated 1984 as shown. Inspired by her love of nature and beautiful in every way.
Beautiful sterling cuff with fine line chisel work by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez. Deceased on December 1,2007, he was a self taught silversmith who won the prestigious Smithsonian Medal of Honor, more than 700 blue ribbons, was featured in magazines and books and was a featured guest artist in many museums and galleries across the United States. This beautiful cuff measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2" opening. It is 1 3/8"" wide and weighs 95 grams. It is in fine ori...