Vintage sterling Modernist pin from Hans Hansen, Denmark. Very minimalist in design but the result is bold and sculptural. Measuring 2 5/8" by 1 3/4", it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A wonderful jacket or coat pin.
A classic 14K yellow gold "Tree of Life" pin by Mikimoto. This design is an enduring classic available only from the higher-level Mikimoto boutiques. The pin is set with twelve cultured pearls, ranging in size from 4.89 to 6.79 mm. The pearls are of exceptional AAA quality, with cream body color, rose overtones, a bright luster. The back is marked with Mikimoto's oyster shell signature.
- Japan, circa 2010
- Excellent condition
- 1 1/4" x 1 11/16"
- 8.2 grams
A classic late Victorian 14K yellow gold curb link chain bracelet with collet-set oval amethyst stations. The amethysts have nicely saturated violet color. Marked 14K.
- America, circa 1900
- 9 1/2" long
- Excellent condition
- 6.75 grams
- Approximate Total Amethyst Weight: 3.66 carats
A double link with twist sterling silver charm bracelet with 15 charms circa 1970s. This 7-1/2" long and 3/8" wide bracelet has a box clasp with a safety loop and it is signed GB STERLING...
A huge chain link 800 silver and sterling charm bracelet with 15 charms from the 1970s. This unusual 7-1/2" long bracelet has 1/2" wide solid chain links and it closes with a simple safety loop on the end link which is stamped 800. The charms include: church (with a Lord's Prayer Stanhope viewer), cross/heart/anchor, heart with black enamel center (800 silver, not rhodium plated), cuckoo clock (loose dangling chains/weight), Barrie Minor Hockey Assn...
An exceptional chain link sterling silver charm bracelet with 39 charms from the 1960s. This 7" bracelet has 3/16" wide chain links and it closes with a scissors clasp...
An oval fold over link sterling silver charm bracelet with 12 charms from the 1970s. This 7-1/2" long and 3/16" wide bracelet has a box clasp with a safety loop and it is marked DYNASTY STERL...
A double oval link with twist sterling silver charm bracelet with 11 charms from the 1970s. This 7-1/2" bracelet has 3/8" wide links and it is marked GB STERLING...
A large round double link with twist sterling silver charm bracelet with 17 charms circa 1970s. This 7-1/4" long non-rhodium plated bracelet is 1/2" across the links and it has a box clasp with a safety loop. It is signed H in a triangle (for F.A. Hermann of Framingham, Mass. (1908~1977) and STER...
An early chain link charm bracelet with 24 vintage charms from the 1930s-1970s. This 7" chain bracelet has 3/16" wide links and it has a springring clasp and it probably dates to the 1930s as do the silver plated charms. It is unmarked and the charms are marked with silver marks unless noted. Eight of the charms are rhodium plated (rp) and date to the 1970s and the rest are unplated and much earlier...
A chain link sterling silver charm bracelet with 10 charms from the 1970s. This 7-5/8" long and 3/16" wide chain has a springring clasp and it is stamped STERLING and STG. The charms include: bungalow house, Good Luck heart, lovebirds on perch, typewriter (w/glass pearl), Mother (with 3 red rhinestones), anchor/heart/cross, heart with key, Happy Birthday, Christmas stocking (4 "stones"), P.E.I. map (Prince Edward Island)...
A double round link sterling silver charm bracelet with 28 charms from the 1970s. This 3-3/4" long and 3/8" wide bracelet it has a box clasp with a safety loop and it is marked STERLING GB...
A textured folded link sterling silver charm bracelet with 17 charms from the 1970s. This 7" long and 3/16" wide bracelet has textured folded links and it has a box clasp with a safety loop...
A fine Victorian shell cameo pendant/pin depicting Diana, goddess of the hunt, the moon and nature (Artemis in Green mythology). The setting is beautifully worked in the Etruscan taste with delicately formed bead, wire and rosette decoration. The carving makes nice use of the shell's coloring to add details to the goddess' gown. She holds three of her attributes—a bow, a quiver of arrows and a crescent moon tiara...
A Victorian shell cameo depicting Aurora/Eos, goddess of the dawn set in a 14K gold frame decorated in the Etruscan taste withe beads and rosettes. The goddess is shown with her chief attribute, a pair of feathered wings in her hair (not to be confused with Psyche who has butterfly wings). The back retains the original pinstem and folding bail, but the clasp is an old replacement. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
A superb Victorian shell cameo depicting Jesus wearing the crown of thorns set in a simple 18K gold frame. The cameo is beautifully carved with extraordinary detailing to the hair. The shell's shape is deeply cupped and adds wonderful depth to the design. Cameos depicting Jesus are extremely rare Tested and guaranteed 18K.
- America, circa 1860.
- Excellent condition; no cracks to shell
- 1-23/32" x 1-3/8"
- 11.2 grams
When you find a Hector Aguilar with stones and as exceptional as these colorful stones, you have found a rare treasure...
A lovely pair of 18K yellow gold and steel earrings by Fred of Paris. The original FORCE 10 line was created by French jeweler Fred Samuels in 1966 and was based on pieces of rigging found on sailboats. Since 1936, the Parisian house had been one of the world’s most exclusive jewelers, the Samuels’ combination of precious metals with stainless steel was a shocking innovation. In the forty years since the collection debuted, Fred of Paris has continually tweaked the collection by adding gemst...
Aarikka modernist sterling silver ring
Finland
1967
Size - 5
3/4" x 3/4"
Weight - 14.9 grams
Excellent vintage condition
Marked - Aarikka, sterling with Finnish hallmarks, date code 07
A rare gilt bronze watch fob with a carnelian seal with an allegorical figure depicting "Temptation" in the form a hooded monk with hands piously folded across his own chest while standing next to a nude woman. The woman is pressing against him and appears to be whispering into his ear. Virtuous themes presented gentlemen of the era with an opportunity to indulge in a little erotic naughtiness. The figure is enhanced with detailed engraving.
- England or France, circa 1830
- Very g...
This large brooch was designed & signed by Mexico City artist Frederick Davis (1880-1961). Measuring 4.5" X 4.5" the piece weighs 65 grams. Beautiful condition with excellent patina. Pin back & safety lock are tight & secure. Penny Morrill featured this Davis design in the William Spratling & The Mexican Silver Renaissance exhibit & the catalog p. 122. Rosa Covarrubias, wearing this brooch at a dinner hosted by she and her husband Miguel is pictured in the catalog p. 121. Miguel, back to camera,...
A 14k ruby and diamonds ring from the 1980s with an appraisal. This size 6-1/2 or 6.5 yellow gold ring features a one carat oval faceted genuine ruby (clarity I, included) with 12 round brilliant cut diamonds (total 0.30 carat, SI-1/I-1, J-M colour) surrounding the ruby and an additional 6 round brilliant cut 3 point diamonds (SI-1/I-1, J-M, one diamond chipped) set on each side of the ruby (total of 18 diamonds). Views 2-5 h are additional to show the actual colour of the ruby, which is a deep...
Joachim S'Paliu modernist sterling silver and amethyst necklace
Spain
1970
14" choker
Pendant measures 4" long
Weight - 40 grams
Marked S'Paliu
Excellent vintage condition
Modernist sterling silver ring
Finland
1970
This dynamic modernist ring is a size 5 - 5 1/2
Weight - 12+ grams
Marked on the inside of the band with the Finnish crown and three other illegible marks obscured from years of wear
Excellent vintage condition
Modernist sterling silver cuff links
Mid 20th century
Weight - 13.6 grams
7/8" x 5/8"
Marked 925
Excellent vintage condition
A chain link sterling silver charm bracelet with 20 charms from the 1960s. This 7-1/4" bracelet is 3/16" across the flat oval links and it has a springring clasp. The soldered link from the clasp to the chain is stamped BOND BOYD STERLING and the charms include: girl, pipe organ, Ohio enamel spinner, bible, hat with 4 "stones", dial telephone, camera (glass pearl flashbulb), maple leaf, Espana fan (gilding, engraving, folds and expands, not rhodium plated, early), CBC TV camera, St. Catharine...
A triple link sterling silver charm bracelet from the 1970s with 18 charms. This 6-3/4" triple round link bracelet is 1/4" across and it has a box clasp with a safety loop. It is signed DYNASTY STER and the charms include: musical notation, comedy/tragedy masks, sombrero (not rhodium plated), wise owl (1 rhinestone eye (one missing)), treble clef, castle tower and bridge, lamp and book (McKay 28-6-76 engraved on back), Gemini (w/glass "stone"), bride w/bouquet, Parliament Building (Ottawa), b...
A double textured links sterling silver charm bracelet with 22 charms from the 1970s. This 7-1/4" long and 5/16" wide bracelet has a box clasp with a safety loop and it is signed GB STERLING. The charms include: Minnie Mouse with Disneyland tag, Dutch shoes (not rhodium plated), wedding ring and band (with rhinestone "diamond"), Winnepeg Centennial 1874 1974, Florida map w/palm tree, owl on branch, skeleton and key to success keys, A Date To Remember (Love Jim 5-1-76 engraved on back), creche,...
A Forstner fold over link sterling silver charm bracelet with 5 charms from the 1970s. This 7-1/4" long and 3/16" wide bracelet has a box clasp with a safety loop and it is signed STER with the Forstner maker's mark. The charms include: totem pole, 25, church (opens to show bride and groom), oil drum player with Nassau tag, gold panner. All charms are marked and this bracelet weighs 17.7 grams. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are t...
A triple round link sterling silver charm bracelet with 19 charms from the 1970s. This 7-1/2" bracelet is 3/8" wide and it has a box clasp with a safety loop. It is marked GB STERLING and the charms include: artist's palette (w/paint), Santa Claus with North Pole tag (not rhodium plated), Big Ben (not rhpl), thistle, matador (not rhpl), water well w/Storytown U.S.A. Lake George N.Y. tag, banjo w/Music City tag, Dutch shoe w/painting (some loss), Aries w/glass "stone", heart/4 leaf clover/wish...
Ottaviaini heavy weight modernist sterling silver bracelet
Italy
Mid 20th century
7 1/4" long x 3/4" wide
Weight - a solid and hefty 84+ grams
Marked Ottaviani, 921, Italy
Very good vintage condition with only minor surface wear
Modernist sterling silver cuff links
Unique free form design
1950s
1 1/4" x 7/8"
Weight - 15.82 grams
Marked sterling
Fine vintage condition
An outstanding Victorian 18K yellow gold oval slide locket, the cover with set with an amazing sardonyx cameo depicting an early steamship also rigged with sails. The single smoke funnel, the sails’ rigging and the absence of a sidewheel suggest the locket dates to the mid-19th century. The carving is expertly worked using the alternating cream and rust colors of the sardonyx to represent every small detail. The marshy foreground is littered with barrels, crates and a large anchor. The hardsto...
This magnificent, hand forged piece was designed & signed c.1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Weighing 225 grams, the hinged, flexible buckle measures 9" across X 2 3/4" high tapering to 1 3/4" at the terminals. 3 thick silk velvet cords are sewn into place at the ends. The cords are in beautiful condition & overlap to avoid separation when worn. Each cord measures 23" long. Wearable length with the buckle is 31". The large gem quality cab amethysts are in exquisite c...
A 14Kt white gold filigree ring from the 1920’s, centered by a 16 X 12 millimeter bezel set oval green onyx intaglio depicting a Roman head. The filigree work is in great condition. The ring is a size 6 ½ and it can easily be sized.
An 18Kt white gold channel set diamond baguette eternity band. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 1.0 Ct. The band is a size 7 ½ and it can NOT be sized.