All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1084723 (stock #J1604)
This dramatic handmade sterling silver ring is entirely hollow-cast, for comfortable wear. It is entirely one piece, and displays a patina that indicates it is probably 20 to 30 years old. It is marked 925 underneath, with an unidentified maker’s mark that looks like an M. The slightly concave top measures 1 5/8 inches long by 1 ¼ inches wide by 3/16 inch or so deep. The ring size is just under a 6. Weight: 14.7 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #363284 (stock #T 1215-5)
Vintage Modernist sculptural ring stamped: ISRAEL 925 and an indented silversmith's touch mark in size 7 1/2. Mod mid century styling and look at the five 'pods'....
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1135416 (stock #J1993)
Cast with a patinated and textured surface, in an abstract form. The pin/pendant is unmarked, but tests definitively for sterling silver. The rollover clasp is secure and original to the piece. It measures 1 5/8 inches long by 1 5/8 inches wide. Gross weight: 8.8 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #179203 (stock #T 501)
Signed sterling silver Modernist style ring marked: "ISRAEL 925" and another mark, with a bezel set green cabochon (10x8mm) that looks like Malachite. Clean mid century mod styling.
Now at 6.5 but adjustable up or down...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1103271 (stock #J1723)
This ring design features a constructionist approach to the classic 1960s domed ring. Ridged protrusions overlay a grainy, textured surface. The band is separated for ease of sizing; it is quite thick, so probably would need professional adjustment. It is currently a size 7. Weight: 11.4 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #373344 (stock #T 1238 - 5)
Vintage mid century silver ring with three makers marks and R.A.G (?) on this Moderne sculptural ring with a 16mm X 12 mm beautiful blue green bezel set semi precious gemstone. Well made size 7.5 that could easily be sized. Mid century styling...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1052169 (stock #J1390)
This sterling silver pendant features a ‘space age’ design with a center amethyst cabochon. The surface is textured and oxidized for a whitish patina; there are a few tiny spots of oxidation. The amethyst is securely prong set. The back of the pendant and the bail exhibit a 925 in a cartouche with the words ‘Industria Argentina,’ which roughly translated means Made in Argentina. The pendant, with bail, measures 2 inches long by 1 1/4 inches wide. Gross weight: 8.5 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1038893 (stock #J1309)
This complex bracelet has an almost glitzy appearance that belies its artistry, but gives it a formal look. It is composed of cast rectangular links of two sizes, alternating with organic, anemone-like elements; it looks to have been made from lost-wax casting. It features an iridescent finish that gives it a pinkish tone in some places; on one of the end links, the finishing process has left a darkened area...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1362313 (stock #9597)
Modernist sterling silver and tiger eye ring circa 1970s from the workshop of Kultaseppä Salovaara Ky of Finland. This vintage sculptural design ring epitomizes clean restrained Finnish style. It has an adjustable / open band and the genuine tiger eye round gem is pinioned in the center so it moves. Kultaseppä Salovaara Ky mark, 925 and Finland with a design mark. Current ring size 8. This item is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1082874
A very nice modernist silverplate over copper tie bar decorated with a design of coiled silver wire by studio jewelers Morley & Kim Crimi. This use of coiled wire is characteristic of the maker, who more frequently worked in copper than in silver. The back is marked “Morley-Crimi Hand Wrought”.

Origin: America, ca. 1955. Condition: good, some wear to lacquered finish near solder joints. Size: 2-3/4” x 11/16”.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #1167734 (stock #J2203)
Here is a bold, mid-century modernist money clip. It's composed of a flexible but sturdy forged-wire frame, with an applied mounted piece of rosewood in a trapezoidal shape. A silver half-bead is applied to a crossbar near the top. The wood has a polished surface and shows no damage or cracking. The clip is unmarked, but tests as sterling. It measures 2 ½ inches long by ¾ inch wide.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1116790 (stock #J1843)
This pin features a dynamic abstract design comprised of an elongated piece of amber set in a similarly shaped silver frame. A silver wire applied to the back surrounds the piece evokes a ‘space-age’ sense of movement. The pin is marked 835 on the back for silver content; the mark is accompanied by an impressed abstract fish, probably for the Fischland workshop of Georg and Walter Kramer. The pin measures 2 ½ inches long by about ¾ inch at its widest part.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1190705 (stock #J2397)
The ring exhibits a hammered surface and soft patina from age. It has a wide band that is seamlessly attached to the dome top. The ring is marked serling and tests definitely as such. It is sized at a 7 full; the dome rises about ½ inch. Weight: 13 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1342758 (stock #7426)
An ultramodern bow tie 925 sterling cuff bangle bracelet from the 1970s. This modernist bangle features a punched and ridged bow with a central dome and it measures 2-1/4 x 1-3/4" across the interior, 3/4" at the widest and the bow is 2-1/8 x 1-1/4". The bow is longer on one side than the other and you could certainly decorate it with beading or other items through the holes...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1246000 (stock #02426)
An unusual size 10 sterling silver and genuine (tested) sapphire stone with an RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) logo. It weighs 11.3 grams, it is stamped * + R S/S. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Small packet air shipping to the U.S...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1970 item #1019752 (stock #01804)
A fine modernist design 835 silver and rutilated quartz brooch made by Kordes & Lichtenfels of Pforzheim Germany circa 1950s 1960. This abstract 1-3/4" x 1-3/8" pin is signed 835 and K&L and it also has the three crown Swedish silver mark, so this piece was imported into Sweden originally to be sold. This 1-3/4" x 1-3/8" pin features square shape cabochon stones with black inclusions called rutilated quartz...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1180210 (stock #6840)
A Modern style sterling necklace and matching earrings set with navy blue cabochon glass stones. This cool set consists of the 17-1/4" necklace with a 1-1/4" x 1-1/8" central drop and a herringbone style chain with a springring clasp, plus the 1-1/8" x 5/8" pierced earrings. The necklace is stamped 925 on the link. This set is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1318720 (stock #J2657)
These abstract earrings have an unconstructed, rough look of Brutalist design. They have pendants with curled, textured and oxidized surfaces that are finished on both sides and dangle from similar tops. They test definitively for sterling silver, and although they are not too heavy for the original ear clips, a good jeweler or metalsmith could convert them to posts to be on the safe side. There are indecipherable marks on the pendant top rings that could be either tool marks or struck...