Festive Haskell! With bright red translucent glass beads that shimmer in the light, this delicate Miriam Haskell set is a perfect special occasion piece. The individual rhinestones are all prong set and the gold plate enhances the stones and beads. Note the interesting shape of the red beads. The necklace is 19" end to end. The flower pendant is 1 1/4" square and the longest dangle is 3". The hinged screw-back earrings are 1 3/4" long.

Sparkling clear rhinestones of various sizes and shapes compose this elegant Boucher brooch. Rhodium plated and very three dimensional. Marked Boucher with #2605, and with a patent number (not legible). 2 3/4" long, 1 3/4" wide. The usual great quality and design that makes Boucher so desirable.

SOLD. Hard to find 19th Century Watch Fob Chain made w 6 - 1 inch Elephant Hair segments and gold swivel marked: 9.C on one end and the other a spring ring all 9 karat gold. Can be worn as an ankle bracelet. SOLD

Sold. Old Scarab Bead Collectors! Stamped OB for Ostby & Barton. Ostby lost his life on the Titanic. Tested as marked 14K white gold w a dusty old turquoise blue color ceramic faience like scarab bead atop a super filigree setting for a comfortable pinky ring size 4. Sold 06 - No Price, no Info available

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.

A pair of ancient iron tongs for working charcoal within the furo during the Japanese Tea Ceremony enclosed in an ancient wooden box titled HiBashi, Todaiji Kawara-Kugi, or charcoal tongs, Todaiji, Roof Tile Nails. One of the nails shows deterioration in the center where it rusted on the surface between the tile and the roof. The hand forged nails are just over 9 inches (23.5 cm) long, folded over on the flattened ends to form the head...

SOLD. Super condition bracelet with hidden wide J hook closure weighing 2 full ounces of sterling! Stamped: Mexico Sterling Silver. Early colonial design. 7 X 1.5" wide. When hook is engaged it measures 6 3/4 inside. Decades and decades of rich silver patina in crevices showing the 3 D designs. SOLD, no price, no info

Sold, no price, no info. Graceful Native American Pendant stamped either I or L Yazzie. Natural bezel set Beautiful bright blue 8mm turquoise and deep rich red 7mm coral cabochon stones on this 1 1/4 X 3/4" self bail pendant in super vintage condition. Sold, no price, no info.

19th C Deep Odd carved double light as a feather jet coal bead earrings w sterling ear hooks. Please see pg 53 of Christi Romero's 3rd edition Warman's Jewelry ID price guide to see similar carving as seen on the large cross. 1 1/8". Some small lines not sure if original or part of carving, so priced lower than they should be priced. Please see pix.

Pair Blue & White Moon Vase with Street Scene, 19th Century

The pair is 8 inches (20.5 cm) tall, and 5.45 inches (13.5 cm) wide.

They are in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks, except manufacture defect of minor skip glaze and firing cracks at the beasts and body (as seen in the photos).

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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

SOLD. This pair was Bathed in the light of this week's Lunar Eclipse (see 4th pic), after these were finished in a USA studio. 22K Gold over Sterling Silver Vermeil metal, 10mm high nacre Lavender Cultured Pearl and 4mm natural faceted amethyst to make this ONLY ONE pair like it. They suspend 1 1/2".
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A collection of huts glow softly huddled in the protection of towering rocks in this lovely winter landscape by Akamatsu Unrei (1893-1958) enclosed in the original signed wooden box dated 1928, which itself is in turn enclosed in a protective red lacquered wooden box (nijubako). A true master of the genre, Unrei was born in Osaka, and apprenticed under Koyama and later the famous Nanga-ka Himejima Chikugai...

Huge and clunky. This bangle is that, and add to that the swirls of many colors and you have a great bracelet. The inside diameter is 2 5/8", outside diameter is 3 1/8", wall is 1/2", width is 1 1/8".

SOLD. Butterfly Collectors! Both early 20th buttons White Porcelain Satsuma lotus shape self unglazed shanks. A)Multi color red yellow blue green purple lotus shape floral 1 3/8" across and
B)Butterfly 1". Both are multi color hand painted with lots of gold. SOLD, no price, no info.

LIMITED EDITION by DOROTHY BAUER.Outstanding Christmas tree brooch! Swarovski crystals and tiny rhinestones. All stones are prong set and each piece is hand done. Note the unusual shape of the large stones. They glisten and change color as moved in the light. A dramatic and dynamic piece. Signed Dorothy Bauer on the back. 3 3/4" tall, 2 5/8" wide and very three dimensional.

A terrific abstract mid-century modern sterling bracelet by Taxco silversmith Sigi Pineda. It is hinged in the back and pulls open in the front at the horizontal lines, most ingenious! The bezel set aventurine stone is a nice touch. These are the kind of designs for which Sigi is most celebrated. The bracelet is 6 3/4" around in the inside and 1 1/8" wide at the front.It weighs 60 grams.Signed for vintage Sigi Pineda as shown. A really special bracelet from this great designer.

A wonderful wide,abstract sterling bracelet signed A.Gusterman, Denver Sterling. The overlapping links are rounded and form fitting to the wrist which is most flattering. Measuring 6 3/4" end to end and 1 5/8" wide, it weighs a substantial 79 grams. Fine original condition. Sure to be a favorite bracelet.

Thank you again Judi and wear them in good health! This is sold (low, low 2004 prices!), yet similar real gems jewelry can be custom ordered. This is an earring necklace strand set hand knotted with 'Confetti' color multi hue high nacre cultured rose brown pearls with precious sapphires, finished with 22K gold on sterling silver vermeil, then stamped MIMI DEE. Hand knotted in a USA studio. Adjusts 17 to 19 3/4" and ears suspend just under 1 1/2". Restring free first 18 months.

A Large English Victorian Brass Inkstand or Standish with Two Ink Pots or Inkwells (glass inkwells and brass tops) and a Pen Holder. The Design Suggests a Classical Motif. Dimensions; 13" wide x 9" deep x 4" high; c. 1890. Excellent condition.

2nd Reply: These are SOLD, SOLD, SOLD and can NOT share price info! Stamped AMITA JAPAN Damascene Cufflinks W black background and scenic motif metal work. 5/8" X just under 7/8" and the back piece also decorated is 1/8" X 3/4". REPLY: Sorry, to protect my client's privacy, price is NOT available, let's say they were VERY happy with the price!!!

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Wood Carved Tonkotsu with Shibayama Works & Stag Antler Carved Netsuke, 19th Century

The tonkotsu is 3.5 inches (9 cm) tall, by 3.5 inches (9 cm) wide. The netsuke is 2.25 inches (6 cm) wide. The ojime is 0.7 inch (1.5 cm) in diameter.

They are in good condition with no repairs, except tonkotsu has hairline cracks, surface scratches, and minor chips at the edges (as seen in the photos).

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Sold. Clasped hand fede gimmel or gimmal or as in previous centuries known as betrothal rings, throughout Europe. 3 sterling rings hinge open to unclasp a Hand Motif, some numbers, letters and what appears to be assay #1 and stamped Mexico. All marks are found between the 3 hinged parts. When you get it home you loupe it and discovery it's mystery maker. Size is approx 4 3/4. Very good...

SOLD Perfect enamel Green White Orange on Butterfly Figural Pin Brooch Stamped by the Birmingham maker John Atkins and Sons: JA&S and STERLING SILVER. The old "C" catch was replaced with a safety catch a long time ago, as many were prone to have them changed. Wing span 1 1/2" X 1" and super enamel condition. SOLD no price, no info.

A lovely late Edo to early Meiji period square footed dish decorated with autumn grass and crosshatching in underglaze iron with a charming lacquer repair in one corner featuring a crescent moon expertly rendered. The dish has been formed on a cloth covered pattern; impressions remain visible in the surface through blanks in the thick white glaze. It was made with fluted corners, with 4 pressed on loop feet...

Sold. Ring reminding one of Doris Cliff or that of Bernard Instone whose use of applied leaves was prominent in his metal work. Applied face foliate motifs and an ecru clay bead with Egyptian symbols front and back as the 'stone'. Note the split double shank construction. Lots of character! Approx size 7.25 Unsigned Unmarked as many Arts Crafts pieces, yet tests at least 90%. Super vintage condition with the appropriate softening of the applied silver work and tanning of bead, for age...

SOLD. These 22K Gold on Sterling Silver Vermeil, Aquamarine & Apatite pair of earrings were designed & made in a USA Studio. ONLY ONE! Suspend just under 1 1/2". 8mm Aquamarine & 4 mm Apatite. All work is guaranteed, so collect with confidence. Please see Extreme Close ups. Similar can be custom ordered

This is an 18K RETRO BRACELET from a Maryland Estate. 18K ROSE GOLD GEOMETRIC LINK FLEXIBLE STRAP BRACELET. Smooth-polished links alternate with satin-finish links. - 8 1/8 in x 1 5/16 in

Offered is an absolutely wonderful, giant-sized, 1960's, dental toothbrush which once served as an advertising display piece for "DR. WEST'S MIRACLE TUFT" toothbrushes!!

It measures a mammoth 18 inches long and is perfect for display in any dental collection, including in the dentist's office!

The condition is very good with some scratches and unobtrusive bent bristles (perhaps it was slightly used by the Jolly Green Giant??)...

This beautiful footed plate or "compotier" is in wonderful shape. The design is a bird on a branch with grapes or berries, the blue color is vibrant, there are no chips or cracks. There is some browning from age and there are two very tiny rough spots along the rim which appear to be manufacturing flaws. Measures approximately 8-1/2 inches across & stands 2 inches high. Marked on the bottom, "Terre de Fer, P. Dauphin, 34, Rue de Sevres, Paris." A very charming serving piece!

This beautiful footed plate or "compotier" has a fantastic art deco pattern in a beautiful violet blue color. There are no chips, but there is crazing & browning throughout. There are two small hairline cracks (see photos), but the piece is solid & definitely usable. Measures approximately 9 inches across & stands 1-1/2 inches high. Marked on the bottom, "Service Tolga, H.B.C.M., France" and the number 2, there is also what looks to be "D2"...

This beautiful footed plate or "compotier" has an incredible design of a bird with flowers, a butterfly and a bee on the top side and another bird with a dragonfly & cherries on the underside. The blue color is quite vibrant, especially on the underside design. There is a very small chip along the rim & a larger chip on the bottom of the foot. Measures approximately 8-3/4 inches across & stands 3-1/2 inches high...

A Sterling Silver Footed Cake Plate, Made for Tiffany; Early 20th century. It is 10 1/2" across and 1 1/2 " high. It has an Extensive Pierced Floral Design and an Elaborate "CAV" Monogram in the Center. Some very minor wear scratches on the surface, but otherwise in excellent condition.

Gold plate with elegant faceted glass amethysts. Bezel set. Sparkling clear rhinestones. 6 1/8" inside circumference, band is 7/8" wide, front mounting 1 3/4" high by 3" wide.

Very early, pre-eagle mark, sterling necklace by Los Castillo. A bold and important piece, it is featured on page 87 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1945. Beautiful geometric design, it measures 15" around total. The center section is 4 1/2" across and 1 1/2" wide. Solid at 135 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed for Los Castillo as shown. It is gorgeous in every way.

Large, exquisite silver and amethyst brooch by Fred W. Davis, c. 1930. Davis combined amethyst quartz and silver in many of his pieces. This massive brooch measures 3 1/3" by 1 1/2" and is in fine original condition. It weighs 43 grams and is signed FD Silver Mexico as shown. I have never seen this piece offered before and believe it to be quite rare. A stunning blazer or coat pin and an important piece from Fred Davis.

During the Edo Period, there was a time when the puppet play became the most popular form of entertainment among the common people and especially the merchants. They were so popular that Kabuki actors even began mimicking the movement of the puppets.

The era of Ningyo Joruri (puppet play) began in 1684 when Takemoto Gidayu, a narrator, opened Takemoto theater in Dotonbori. Dotonbori has been the "Broadway of Japan" located in the distinctive trading city of Osaka where traders and m...

This vintage wooden doll bed comes complete with original mattress & pillows & appears to be homemade. The mattress & bolster pillow are covered in an adorable fabric & stuffed with straw. The two end pillows are a satiny fabric & are stuffed with old down feathers. The bed itself is made of bent wood & has a wonderful patina to the blue & gray paint. There is some staining on all of the fabric & definite wear from age & use on the wood. One of the bottom wooden brace pieces is missing (ple...

SOLD. Ancient Auspicious Spiral Design on this mid 20th century tested sterling silver Modernist Modernism Studio bracelet with a large round bright green Jade disc charm. Odd custom made closure in that the 1 3/8" rich green jade disc is at the end of a chain allowing the bracelet to 8 1/2" then you loop it around to create a closer fit. 1.4 Oz 40 Grams weight. SOLD

This enamelware match holder or "allumettes" box, circa 1930's, has a lovely rose garland pattern. Definite wear from age & use, areas of enamel are chipped off around the edges & some spots have been painted over white, but this match box still retains its original charm. Marked on the bottom, "Ste Austria, B. Freres" this pieces was made in Austria for the French market. Measures approx 5-1/2 inches across, 3 inches deep & 7 inches to highest point. Ready to hang in your kitchen or near the...

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.

An amazing sterling bracelet by Modernist Arthur King. King had a shop on Madison Avenue in New York City in the 1960's. Most of his pieces have caged stones and I have never seen a bracelet offered before. This unusual and interesting piece is sterling with a light gold wash. There are various shaped and size cutouts as well as uneven edges making the focus of the bracelet. It is 2" wide and 5 3/4" around in the inside with an opening that is 1" at one end and 1 1/2" at the other. It weighs 61 ...

This interesting, circa 1930's, dentist's kit was used to match size and shape of teeth to be replaced! The handsome black Bakelite case is in nice condition, containing many original sample teeth and sporting 9 drawers with oval metal labels. All drawers open smoothly except for the top one. Small unobtrusive right edge chips on 3 shelves fail to detract from this interesting dental collectible.

Measures 6.5"H x 7"W x 5"D and bears the label, "The Dentists’ Supply Co. of N.Y. – Bioform"...

This Heavy Continental Silver Repousse Wine Ewer or Claret Jug Bears a German Mark, Probably from the Mid-19th Century (1850-1870). The Ewer is Heavily Decorated with Repousse Vines, Grapes and Leaves, and Sits on a 5 inch Square Platform Base, also with the Grape and Leaf Decoration. It has an Applied Twig Handle that Joins with the Ewer with a Cluster of Grapes. Dimensions;:approximately 3.5 pints, 13.75 inches to the top of the handle, 9 inches from handle to spout, and a weight of 34.5 troy...

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.

Vintage covered terrine from France in a beautiful provencal soft yellow color. In wonderful shape with only a small chip on the underside of the handle, does not detract at all from the charm of this piece. Crazing & wear throughout from age & use. Measures approx. 8 inches long, 5-1/2 inches wide & 4-1/2 inches high to top of handle. Stamped on the bottom with the number "6" & the letter "D" and on the underside of the cover with a "0".

Moth on blue butterfly wing background under dome glass with gold metal marked with % and 12K. The reverse shows larger tan butterfly wing. At 1 5/8" across this is the largest this dealer has listed.

This is a FANTASTIC ARTS & CRAFTS ERA CAMEO OF AN IDEALISTIC BEAUTY. Everything here is Exceptional and NOT the norm, especially the Curls, the Necklace, and the BEAUTIFUL Face. The Setting is STERLING SILVER and dates ca. 1890 to 1929. The size is 2 1/2" x 2 1/2". Artist signed on the back: G. NOTO. In EXCELLENT Condition. For the discerning Collector...jgps give MORE info

Pendant with Blue Green Teal Tan Iridescent Butterfly Wing colors under 2 glass domes and bezeled in GOLD stamped 10K and another mark. Very interesting colors!

20% of this was mailed to Katrina Survivors via Salvation Army & American Red Cross. Just as Matilde Poulat used Turquoise Coral & Amethyst so is this 4.2 Oz Bold Medallion Necklace stamped: "TS-39" (a listed silversmith) and HECHO EN MEXICO 925, possibly by her nephew Ricardo Salas. Super piece weighing 120 Grams or more than 4 Ounces! The Articulated Pendant Medallion 3 part Center piece is 4 1/4 X 2 1/2" wide. 14 Spiral Swirls ( 1 1/8 ea) make up the 'chain' part for 19". 38 gems. Sold,...

This adorable stuffed donkey has the softest mohair fur & a very goofy face. With articulating arms & legs, vinyl pads on the bottoms of his feet & a red vinyl mouth, he is quite an original. There are a few small areas where fur has been loved off along the seams and one ear is loose, but he is very clean & in overall good shape. I think he may have had another stripe of red yarn along his head, but he is still a cutie. He could possibly be Steiff, although I have not been able to find him ...

Marked "Labrut Freres France" on the back, these two unique plates have adorable graphics of children & animals. On one there is a young boy with a dog & a goat tumbling on top of him. On the other is a boy (with only one shoe & sock) walking with a girl & a dog. The plates have a pattern around the rims & are encircled with faded gold. They both have crazing throughout & are browned from age, but have no chips or cracks. They are stamped on the backs with what appears to be "O6", one also ...

This wonderful double-sided enamel sign from France is quite an amazing find. It is in great condition for its age with a red background and white lettering. There are light scratches and a few areas where enamel is missing, mostly along the edges & along the side where you hang it, but nothing at all to detract from the charm of this vintage sign. This is not a reproduction. Measures approximately 15-1/2 inches by 10 inches.

SOLD. Unsigned, unmarked tested sterling ring reminding one of the work by Doris Cliff or that of French or even the work of Bernard Instone with the applied leaf foliate designs and split shank construction. See image 2 & 3
A green jade or tree agate or glass even, naively 'carved' green bezel set stone. Was resized once to 5.75. SOLD, no price no info please.

If you like this Bernard Instone look, please search #670344 here at www.mimideeartwear.com to view two pieces with very simil...

Pin Brooch stamped W.B.s STERLING SILVER for W...Brothers? Green mottled scallop edged bezel set 15 mm cab resembling Peridot Jasper inside a horseshoe and a railroad spike, golf tee or hunting horn. 2 X 7/8 and super condition. Please see pix

Sold. There is a cuff out there that matches this not often seen signed "JP" & Sterling Silver Jelly Opal Art Glass ring showing these flashes of Plum, Peach, Pink, Blue, Red & Golden Amber Jelly Opal Dragon's Breath. Fred Harvey designs on the shoulder. Roped bezel set cabochon stone alone is 12 X 22 mm, few fine lines possibly when glass was poured. size 7 3/4 and could be resized.
Sold, no price, no info.

This item is sold and price info is Not available. Incredible flashes of blue, orange, pink seen in these dragon's breath, jelly opal art glass cabs. Highly decorated & stamped Sterling with Mexican and Native American symbols of thunder bird, arrow, etc. Maisel's, Fred Harvey designs. For small wrist: 6 1/4" inside includes 1 1/4" flexible opening.

Update: round cabs 7mm; oval cab is 15mm; and 7/8 at widest. SOLD - price nor other info available

Kachina Doll maker's & Sterling marks probably of the rarely seen Maisel's mark. Delish dragon's breath flashes of pink, blue, red, amber Mexican jelly opal glass 'Dragon's Breath' poured art glass 10 mm bezel set cabochons to look like opals or butterfly wing. 15 1/2" long X 1/2" wide. In super vintage unpolished condition. Sold, no price, no info.

1800's Oval Pierce Carved Bone Brooch Pin "Sainte Anne" with "C" catch and a small tube hinge. Super condition! For the Anne in your life who has been a 'Saint'. 2" X 1/2". 05. Sold, no price, no info

SOLD. "C" Catch Hard to find Sash Brooch Pin with this much sought after japanned black finish left at this age. Super Egyptian Lady w Snake Headdress motif. 3 X 2 1/4. Some finish rubbed off high relief areas to be expected for this type and age. SOLD