All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1371754
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Stunning vintage 1970s modernist collar necklace in sterling silver with a large genuine rock crystal quartz stone. Marked ALTON SWEDEN 935 STERLING (935 is actually a higher silver content than sterling, which is of course 925). Great statement from all angles. Easy to slip on and off. Inside circumference/wearable length is about 17 to 18 inches, including the gap, which is 2 inches. The rock crystal stone and setting is 3/4 inch. Excellent condition. Display form is life size...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1384460 (stock #JJ3189)
A sterling silver hand wrought brooch by the mid century modernist studio jeweler, Ruth Berridge, (1921-2004). Looks like rows of randomly placed flattened pebbles. Curved for a multidimensional effect. Measures about 2 3/8" across and 1 1/2" high. Hand signed © Ruth Berridge, Handmade Sterling on the back. Rollover clasp holds securely. Fine condition with minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. This piece is from her estate. Classic Ruth Berridge design.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1389787 (stock #JJ3276)
An amazing sterling French Cuff Bracelet by the well known Arizona modernist silversmith, H. Fred Skaggs. Has three large jewels in varying shades of purple and pink and one small purple stone on the other end. Not sure if they are stones or art glass. May be amethyst.

Measures 7" around the inside with an opening of 2". Can be adjusted slightly. Measures 2" at the widest. Has darkened textured areas in contrast to shiny polished sterling...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1413118 (stock #JJ3677)
A modernist sterling silver ring by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, with an erotic theme. Depicts two hands holding breasts.

Measures about a 5 1/2. Face of ring measures 7/8" long and 1/2" across. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark and sterling. Has some minor surface scratches, some wear to the surface and tarnish. Heavy sterling.

Great MCM design. Haven't seen this design before. Sam Kramer's designs are highly collectible and rare.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1415704 (stock #JJ3746)
A modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by the noted NYC jeweler, Ed Wiener.

Measures approximately 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures about 1 1/2" at the widest. Signed Ed. Wiener Sterling. The Ed Wiener is partially struck but still legible. Has some minor tarnish and surface scratches.

Fine example of Mid Century Modernist studio jewelry. Iconic Ed Wiener design.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1431378
A spectacular bracelet by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs comprised of six sterling silver wired wrapped irregular shaped polished stones including amethyst, white quartz, rose quartz, rutilated quartz, aquamarine and citrine. The bracelet measures 8 1/2 " end to end but because of the thickness of the stones, it fits a wrist of 7- 7 1/2" or so. The stones are beautiful and smooth with lots of natural inclusions. It is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1442267 (stock #JJ3965)
A silver necklace with six small and one large fused glass on clay jewels by noted modernist jeweler, Elsa Freund, (1912-2001).

Measures about 15" around. Central drop measures 1 3/4" long and 1 1/4" across. This drop is signed Elsa on the back.

Classic Elsaramics sparkling amber colored jewels. Hook closure on the back fastens securely. A necklace extender could be added to the clasp if needed. Has a little tarnish. Lays wonderfully on the collar...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1457130 (stock #JJ4206)
A rare hand wrought modernist link bracelet and matching earrings in Sterling Silver by the well respected jewelry teacher and author, Philip Morton. He is the author of the book "Contemporary Jewelry" where he demonstrates jewelry making techniques and highlights talented and noteworthy artisans. He helped found the Society of North American Goldsmiths in 1968.

Bracelet measures 7 1/4" long and 5/8" at the widest. Hook closure fastens securely...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1476875
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An interesting silver pendant depicting the solar system and the attributes of the sign Leo—a lion and a depiction of the sun representing the heavenly body that rules those born into Leo. The pendant is signed “AC” and is stamped with French silver hallmarks.
  • Origin: France, ca. 1970
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 3/4” x 1-1/4”
  • Weight: 5.2 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1476876
A nice silver pendant depicting the solar system and the attributes of the sign Scorpio—a scorpion a depiction of the god Mars representing the planet that rules those born into Scorpio. The pendant is signed “AC” and is stamped with French silver hallmarks.
  • Origin: France, ca. 1970
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 15/16” x 1-3/8”
  • Weight: 8.6 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1477433
A very striking pair of vintage sterling and aventurine handmade, one-of-a-kind earrings by Israeli Modernist designer Rachel Gera. Hanging 2 3/4" long and 1" wide, they have clip backs and weigh 29grams total. They are in fine original condition and signed as shown. Great green stones and a very fun design. Born in 1936, Rachel Gera passed away in February of this year. Her creations were all very unique.