A vintage sterling silver 1/2 x 3/8" sterling silver mounted teardrop shaped cubic zirconium (cz) pendant on an 18" chain with a springring clasp c1980s. This pendant is stamped 925 and the chain is stamped 925 ITALY. It weighs 4.1 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of wear to the rhodium plating on the pendant...
We have a Matl Salas, gold wash, and snake bracelet to match a Matl snake necklace also listed on our site. The length is 8in. long but fits like a 7 in. bracelet because of it's width of .75in. and depth of the weave. The hallmark shown has a worn S and M and is also photographed on it's curved surface. These snakes are a time consuming work as they are hand woven with silver wire. All coils are present and beautifully spaced. The weight is 76 grams heavy.
A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver fish cuff links with copper eyes by noted silversmith, Ed Wiener. Three dimensional design. Measure 1" long and 1/2" across. Marked Ed Wiener, Sterling on toggle. Toggles work fine. Cool Mid Century design.
Evoking a sophisticated and cosmopolitan look, this Italian silver bracelet features five textured curved rings linked by bars inlaid with strips of turquoise enamel. The secure fold-over clasp bears marks for .800 silver and the city/date mark of Arezzo, 1944-1968. The maker’s numeric mark is not fully legible. The bracelet measures 8 inches long by 1 ½ inches wide. Weight: 64.9 grams
These delicate-looking, lacy links are actually form quite a substantial chain necklace. The links have a clever twist, but still lie nicely when worn. A jump ring at the end bears largely illegible marks, but one appears to have a European shape. The chain tests strongly for silver, with a content of at least .800. The spring-ring clasp may have been added later. The chain measures 24 inches long by ½ inch wide. Weight: 27.3 grams
This bracelet was signed and crafted by Enrique Ledesma with obsidian stones. Ledesma was known during the Spratling era to be expert at the stone inlay work. This bracelet is one inch tall and 7 inches. long. There are no cracks, dents or repairs as it has been a well cared for treasure. The weight is 68 grams heavy and shows itself with a rich presence that can be worn with anything.
Los Ballesteros is known for quality and has designed this filigree and green stone beauty. This is an exceptional grouping of stones with fantastic color and marbling of the matrix within the stones. So well taken care of with no damage anywhere on this bracelet. The weight is 107 grams heavy. There is a height 1in. tall and an inner diameter of 2.25in. which will fit most.
A sterling silver brooch with leaves and two suspended berries by Joan Polsdorfer, who signed her work JoPoL, and was the first American designer to work for Georg Jensen, USA. She also sold her work directly to high end retail outlets. Brooch measures 1 7/8" across and 2 1/2" high. Marked on the back JoPoL, Sterling and design number 472. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Warm patina. Great Arts and Crafts design.
Scandinavian modernist sterling silver bracelet
1950
Wearable length - 7"
1" wide
Weight - 35 grams
Marked on reverse
Very good vintage condition
Richard Bitterman silver and brass bracelet
1970
2.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 1.5ʺH
Opens
Marked on front disk
Very good vintage condition
An early cross brooch in Sterling Silver with Coral, Amethyst and Mother of Pearl by Matilde Poulat. Measures 1 5/8" across and 1 7/8" tall. Marked MATL, 925 and also has an etched 'E'. Has a squiggle of silver attached to the bottom by two rings. Amethyst stone is faceted. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. Has a little tarnish. Very unusual combination of stones.
We have a unique design of heavy repousse touched off with amethyst. No dents or damage and fits most with a 2.5in. diameter. The height is 1.75 making this a noticeable piece on the wrist. Marked Mexico Silver and weighs 64 grams.
We are offering a lovely Martinez parure of necklace, bracelet and earrings. The stones are poured glass and all are clean with no dark mottle. There is glare and a reflection of the camera in some of the stones. This color of blue is one of the nicest sky blue that I have seen. The entire grouping is damage free and is signed on the bracelet only.It is not unusual in the making of a parure that only one piece is signed. The links are hand chased and with beaded repousse that is hand applied...
Art Smith modernist sterling silver kinetic earrings
1950
3 3/8" long
3" wide
Unmarked
Very good vintage condition
Eye catching hand forged sterling silver pin
designed and signed circa 1940's by Taxco, Mexico silver Maestro Hector Aguilar (1905-86).
Brooch measures 3" long X 1 1/4" high. Both pin and 7 cascabels are in beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Pin back and safety lock work well. Fully hallmarked on reverse HA TAXCO STERLING MADE IN MEXICO. Likely inspired by a Pre-Columbian design.
Uno A Erre modernist sterling silver pendant necklace
Italy
c. 1960 - 70
Chain measures 15 1/2" long extended
Pendant - 2 3/8" tall including bale
Fully hallmarked
Very good vintage condition
This beautiful, large brooch / pin measures 2 1/4 x 1 1/4. It is in gold tone and marked J.J. for the Jonette Jewelry Company, founded in 1935 in Providence, Rhode Island in 1935. This piece: however, is circa 1960's.
It is in excellent condition. It also has good heft.
Rafael Melendez worked for Spratling when he first opened his taller de las Delicias. Melendez left to open his own Taller in 1939. This is one of his earliest marks that was done in 980 silver. Some of the Silver repousse links have Matl like glyphs. The silver sets up the onyx stones in the cross giving it great depth and dimension. Having a large presence the necklace is 20.75 in. with the extension and 15in. without it...
Jane Wiberg substantial modernist sterling silver abstract ring
Denmark
Size 7 1/2
1 1/2" across
Covers 2 fingers when worn
Weighs a hefty 29.45 grams
Fully marked - see photo
Very good vintage condition
A silver marcasites chariot & goats shell cameo pin brooch from 1900 1920. This unusual and beautiful vintage .800 silver filigree mounted shell cameo brooch has a barrel or trombone clasp, the setting is stamped with two marks that are difficult to make out as well as ITALY 800, and the hand carved shell cameo depicts a winged putto or angel figure in a chariot being pulled by two rearing goats (as they are wont to do...)...
We are offering a Los Castillo clamper bracelet that is rarely seen. It has a Matl feel to the design and is really exceptional. 1 5/8th in. tall at it's widest point. The silver is thick and heavy at 75 grams of weight. No damage and natural patina.
An organic mid century modern brooch by the American studio jeweler, Paul Miller. This brooch, executed in sterling silver with an interesting marbleized stone, measures 2 7/8" long and 1 1/2" at the widest. Marked Sterling, Paul Miller on the back. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. Has a little tarnish and a few minor surface scratches. Very fine example of his work.
A vintage sterling silver modernist pendant and necklace by Hans Sten and Karl Laine from Sten and Laine in Finland. Pendant reminds us of an abstract spiderweb. Pendant measures 3 1/8" long to the top of the bale and 2 1/8" at the widest. Chain is attached at the bale and closes with a spring clasp that holds tightly. Chain measures about 17" around. Marked on the bale with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, 925H for sterling, Town mark for Turku and T7 for 1972. Very nice condition...
Antonio Fallaci modernist sterling silver and ebony bracelet
Italy
1970
Interior circumference - 7 1/4"
Front - 7/8" tall tapering back to 3/8"
Hinged rear opening
Weight - 58 grams
Marked Antonio Fallaci in script, and 925
Very good condition
Janiye sterling silver modernist clip back earrings
1950
1 1/8" x 7/8"
Marked on reverse
Very good vintage condition displaying intended oxidation
Janiye sterling silver brooch
1950
1 7/8" x 1 3/8"
Marked on reverse
Very good vintage condition displaying intended oxidation
Modernist abstract sterling silver bracelet
1970
European origin
Central element measures 2" tall
7 " interior circumference
Weight - 39 grams
Marked 925
Very good vintage condition
Modernist abstract sterling silver and pearl ring
1970
European origin
Size 7 1/2
Front measures just under 1 1/2" tall
Weight - 10.71 grams
Marked 925
Very good vintage condition
Zolotas sterling silver ring
Archaic equine motif
Face - 3/4" diameter
Size - 6 1/4
Very good vintage condition
Unpolished
Peter Fingesten modernist sterling silver brooch
1 1/2" x 1 11/16"
Weight - 16.28 grams
Marked on reverse
Very good condition
Karl Erik Palmberg modernist design bracelet for Alton
Sterling silver
Sweden
1972
Interior circumference - 7"
Center element 1 3/8" tall
Very good condition
Paul Miller modernist sterling silver and red agate shadow box ring
1950
New York
Size 8
Weight - 26.12 grams
Well crafted and substantial
Very good vintage condition
We are offering a rare pre-1948 Bernice Goodspeed necklace that is exceptional in design and in the 104 gram weight of the repousse links. The dimension stands out in the links and also has a presence of just under an inch tall. The earrings are identical in size to the necklace links and are fitted to clip backs which are nice and tight. The patina is natural and warm. When you do not know what to wear grab this one because it goes with literally everything...
Hans Hansen modernist sterling silver heart necklace
Denmark
Mid 20th century
Length - 14 1/4"
Largest heart measures 7/8" across
Weight - 85 grams
Marked Hans Hansen in script, 925s,Denmark,300
Very good vintage condition
We are offering an Antonio Pineda moonstone bracelet with early hallmarks. This design is one of his best and I love his older works the best. I have shot the photos trying to poise the moonstones at different lit angles for you to see the colors in the moonstones. There are no chips or damage and all are clear. They exude a blue hue that dances in the moonlight. The bracelet has a warm, natural patina and weighs 85 grams heavy. Fits up to a 7 in. wrist. The height is 1.25in...
An amazing modernist sterling silver ring with an abstract figural design signed with what looks like JPC, Iceland and 925S. Measures about a size 7- 7.5. The top sits 1/2" high and measures about 7/8" across and 1 3/8" long. Has an interesting hammered texture. Really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.