A smashing duo in the index of mid-20th century Mexican jewelry design, Cecilia and Tono have created some of the most amazing pieces. More often than not their creations are re-interpretations of ancient motifs with a modernist twist and adaptations of old techniques and materials to fit their contemporary vision...

This Miguel Melendez hinged bangle is patterned with irregular shaped 1 mm thick silver tiles or pavers, fitted into one another kind of scaling or print. The channels or recessed portions are highly oxidized and the brighter polished areas provides a great play on light-to-darkness.

It is hallmarked with two (2) separate circular marks and an assay stamping. One mark is the the lower case "m" surrounded with a large "C" followed by Taxco...

Rare kinetic showstopper designed by Bent Gabrielsen while he worked for iconic Danish silversmith Hans Hansen. In textured sterling silver with a dangling disc that has a gold wash. The disc has a pitted texture which contrasts beautifully against the vertical pattern of the body of the pendant. This is a large, bold piece, measuring 3.25". Excellent condition. "Signed "Hans Hansen, 925s Denmark."

Composed of three outwardly curved hinged panels embossed with scenes of Mexican country life. It is secured by a tongue-and-groove clasp and a security chain. The back of the clasp bears the circular mark of CJB; the maker’s name of Diaz Santoyo is impressed on the tongue in block letters (there is no image of this part of the mark). It is also marked 925 for sterling silver. The bracelet measures 1 3/8 inches wide and has an internal circumference of 7 ¼ inches. Weight: 44 grams

A striking 9 strand sterling bracelet with chiseled design terminals by Navajo silversmith Johnny Mike Begay who worked at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, AZ. and also worked on his own. It measures 5 1/4" around in the inside with an additional 1 1/4" opening and is 2 3/4" wide. Weighing 59 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed JMB as shown. A very bold statement on the wrist.

Betty Cooke modernist sterling silver and wood brooch

Mid 20th century

2 1/2" x 2 1/2"

Weight - 12.6 grams

Marked Cooke, sterling

Excellent condition

VikingCraft was a line of jewelry produced by Albert Horwig, New York, to satisfy the demand for scandinavian-style jewelry during the 1940s and 1950s. This pin is well made, evoking movement with elongated, stylized leaves. It is marked on the back VikingCraft and sterling, and has a secure rollover clasp. It measures 3 1/4 inches long by 1 1/4 inches at its widest point. Weight: 24.8 grams

This great biomorphic brooch / pin measures 1 3/4" x 1 1/2" by 1/2". Its modernist design displays a wonderful, Scandinavian motif. It is marked DANECRAFT STERLING. It is in great condition. circa 1950's

A sterling silver pendant necklace with a Tiger's Eye cabochon in a modernist design. Marked with what looks like KL in a Circle, 925, © and 1974. So far we have been unable to identify the silversmith. This pendant has a little tarnish.

Pendant measures 2" long and 1 3/8" across the widest area. The chain measures 16 1/2" long and has a secure spring clasp marked 925 with another tiny mark. May be an 'S'...

This hand wrought silver bracelet was designed by Hector Aguilar in the early 1940's. The carved rope wraps all the way around the bracelet. Weighing 35 grams it measures 3/4" wide and about 2 1/2 inches across. The piece has a beautifully aged patina with normal wear. Fully hallmarked for Aguilar on the inside.

Circa mid-century, this bracelet and matching earrings were produced by Antonio Pineda.

It's a gorgeous set with aventurine stones and an edgy modernist design. Truly stunning on the wrist and ears. Earrings have been professionally converted from screw backs to clips, and they are easy to wear and very comfortable.

Bracelet measures a closed, wearable length of 6 1/2", with a width of 9/16"...

A lovely vintage Art Deco 1-3/4 x 3/4" sterling silver brooch with marquisites and a large faceted claw-set golden amber crystal stone. This brooch has a safety catch, and it is stamped STERLING with a GBM maker's mark; it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Jewelry is vintage and may have signs of use. Expedited parcel to the U.S...

I have had this ring in my personal collection for several years now - always meaning to get it sized so I can enjoy - but I finally deciding to let it go. I have only seen this design once before, with a obsidian cab and a different shank but I really love how it looks with the “feathered serpent” jealously guarding an amethyst...

John Lewis modernist sterling silver hand hammered Brooch

3" in diameter

Very good vintage condition

This interesting sterling silver ring features an organic, bark-like surface that extends practically all the way around the band. It is marked for sterling, and shows some pitting on the interior from the casting process. The ring measures about ½ inch at the widest area; it is a size 8. Weight: 9.8 grams

Choice of a sterling silver hand wrought petite lily pad brooch or pair of pierced earrings with a Jack in the Pulpit floral design by the noted Arts and Crafts jeweler, Mary Gage.

May purchase individually or as a pair.

The brooch measures 1" in diameter. Closes with a secure rolling clasp. Has a warm patina. Marked Mary Gage Sterling on the back. In the lily pad design that she is known for.

The post back earrings measure 5/8" across and 1 1/4" high...

Gerald Stinn modernist sterling silver ring

1970

Size 6

Solid and well crafted this ring weighs 21+ grams

Face measures 1 1/8" tall x 1" wide

Marked Stinn, sterling

Excellent vintage condition

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring with orbs of various sizes designed by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulta Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek Mid Century Modern design.

The top design measures 3/4" across, 3/4" wide and about 1/2" high. Measures about a size 7 but is adjustable due to the open shank design.

In very nice condition with minor tarnish and some minor surface scratches. Thick sterling.

Marked with the Anvil for the maker, Finland and 925S...