All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1920 item #190911 (stock #T 581)
Late Arts early Deco Double Sided Mother of Pearl Backed Butterfly Wing and real tiny Moth on reverse Pendant with 20" Original Chain and Old Clasp, both marked sterling. Insects and dried flowers are encased in glass bubble or crystal with MOP between them. 04. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1920 item #343654 (stock #T 1105)
SOLD 05. Stamped O B for Ostby & Barton? Ostby, born in Norway, established his firm in RI and lost his life aboard the Titanic. The bezel set 10 mm milky Opal shows a deep bright red flash at center, yet the surface is a bit dull, thus the low, low price. Beautiful tested 10K gold setting @ size 5.75. SOLD NO PRICE, NO OTHER INFO AVAILABLE.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1920 item #331919 (stock #1023)
Collector wrote, 'Received the Edelweiss Pendant. It was exactly as described and I am very happy with it.' A Visitor wrote: 'edelweiss that grows in the Austrian alps', thank you for the info! Stamped 835 on bail. 1 1/8" across including the lacy wirework attached around it. Wonderful vintage condition.

While this one is sold, please proceed to image #s 4, 5 & 6 to view an available 1 5/8" brooch signed: KIB & 900...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #442613
A rare and magnificent locket and chain from the Chicago Arts & Crafts Workshop KALO. The oval locket has an engraved pattern of lowers surrounded by a beaded trim. The back is completely plain. It opens and closes with a side hinge. The double paper clip chain with alternating flower shape links appears to be original to the locket and is spectacular in every way. The locket measures 2" long with the bail and 1 1/4" wide. The chain is 20" end to end...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #1408765 (stock #RP09158)
Here is a pretty plique a jour pin in the shape of a stylized moth, German or Austrian in origin. The body has 4 colorless paste stones, and there is an emerald green paste stone in the tail. The plique shades from green to white to peach. 1-1/2” by 3/4”, and stamped “800” on the back. It is in excellent antique condition and circa 1900. The photos are part of the description; please examine them carefully. Thanks! Shipping, handling & insurance within the USA included. We do lay-away.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1920 item #172789 (stock #T 421)
Utilitarian Chatelaine Pencil marked: "A X T Sterling" then "Made in U.S.A." 2.75" Long. (loop is 1/8" extra). Could be worn today as a pendant on a long chain. Retracts perfectly. REPLY 1/11: regrets, unable to find maker's info.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1920 item #571316 (stock #T 1508)
All 4 SOLD. All are marked Sterling. Circa 1880 to 1930 Victorian to Art Deco Jelly Opal art glass, often erroneously called Saphiret, also referred to as Dragon's Breath or "Mexican Fire Opal", used by turn of last century Victorian, later Mexican & Native American jewelry makers such as Maisels. All 4 pins are bezel set in marked STERLING yet all have brass pinstems.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #548134
This is a really special and beautiful sterling and rock crystal cuff bracelet by American Arts & Crafts period silversmith Mary Gage. It measures 5 1/2" around in the inside and has a 1" opening. It is 1 3/8" wide in the front and narrows to 1" in the back. It is in beautiful original condition with no chips or cracks to the crystals. Signed MARY GAGE STERLING. A very fine and rare piece.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Pre 1920 item #1339659 (stock #7396)
A pair of silver filigree and blue turquoise dangle tear drop earrings from the 1900 1920 era. These 2-1/8" long Edwardian earrings feature fine silver filigree work and natural turquoise cabochon stones and large robin's egg blue teardrop shaped drops. The bottom turquoise drop is substantial, so they make quite a statement. These large drop antique earrings have been converted from the original screw back to pierced mounts. The filigree work is fine and Asian in design...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1920 item #1342820 (stock #7428)
An Edwardian Paye & Baker bluebird of happiness enamel sterling pin brooch from the 1910 1920 era. This well-made 1-5/8 x 1/2" pin has matte finish enamel with a yellow throat and blue plumage as well as an orange eye (not yellow as in our photos). It is stamped with P&B in hearts maker's mark for Paye & Baker of Attleboro, Massachusetts (1901~1960) and it has the original c-clasp...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1920 item #343750 (stock #T1109)
Diminutive yet precious! Sterling guilloche white, green & light lavender enamel pin stamped: GENUINE CLOISONNE then Crown, W, Lion STERLING for the Watson Company. Safety pin clasp and brass or bronze pinstem common on many early silver pieces. Just under 1" and absolutely delicious condition! Please see pix
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #144169 (stock #T 206)
SOLD no price, no info. C 1900 Signed Hayward Sterling Buckle Bangle with Wonderful Chased Engraved Leaves, Berries, Grapes Motifs all around. Flexible but Strong Opening with 3 'belt holes' to allow a 6-7" Size & 1/2"+ Width. Very Nice Condition with just the right amount of touch wear and oxidation in the crevices for its age.
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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #1353786
An unusual vintage post Edwardian English sterling silver miniature mirror pendant on a sterling chain. The 2-1/2" x 1-3/8" mirror is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1916 with a C&N maker's mark, for Crisford and Norris. The 22" sterling silver chain with spring-ring catch is indistinctly marked on the loop, but tests as silver (it came with mirror, appears to be vintage but cannot guarantee it was purchased with mirror originally)...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1920 item #1031769 (stock #J1234)
This late 19th-century sterling silver bangle bracelet is beautifully decorated with deeply chased scroll work. It is of hollow construction and shaped in an oval so it can be easily slipped on over the hand. It bears the mark of Carter, Howe & Co., of Newark, NJ. Other than a small dent on the interior (pictured), the bracelet is in lovely condition. The opening measures about 2 1/2 inches by 2 inches, with an interior circumference of about 7 1/4 inches...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1920 item #350540 (stock #T 1137)
Beautifully faceted 8 mm Rich Red Cherry Amber Beads Strand 25 1/2" necklace with old time push in barrel lock sterling silver clasp unmarked (older) yet tested so. Just beautiful! While these are Sold,you the collector will find another fabulous Amber Strand by going to www.mimideeartwear.com and search for 572770.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #350179
A fabulous hand hammered silver and acid etched pin from the notable Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Carence Crafters. Pieces from this workshop are scarce and highly collectible.They represent some of the finest handmade work from the American Arts & Crafts period ,1890-1920. This is a large piece measuring 2 3/4" by 2 1/4". It is all original and in fine condition. Hallmarked with the interlocking C hallmark as shown. A rare example from this great workshop.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1920 item #1023899 (stock #1318)
A Scottish agates sterling silver banded agate sword pin circa 1911. This handsome dirk pin features finely banded agate cased in a hand-engraved "sheath"; the hilt of the knife features a cabochon agate stone. It is fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England 1911-12, and it has the maker's or retailers mark for Adie & Lovekin. Many of these pins were made in Scotland and hallmarked in Birmingham, although some were made there as well...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #170383
A rare and stunning faceted amethyst and sterling ring by the Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Kalo, founded in 1900. This is the first Kalo ring I have ever seen, only having come across necklaces, bracelets, pins and earrings before. The engraving on the setting is exquisite and the amethyst is large and brilliant, measuring 3/4" long and 5/8" wide. The stone and entire ring is in fine original condition. It is a size 8 and suitable for a man or a woman...