A vintage sterling silver modernist ring by Hans Sten and Karl Laine from Sten and Laine in Finland. Reminds us of an abstract spiderweb. Measures about a size 7 but is adjustble. Top measures 1 1/8" wide and 1 1/4" high. Marked with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, 925H for sterling, Town mark for Turku and T7 for 1972. Very nice condition. Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

Stunning signed sterling silver ring with a bold bezel set 23mm X 10mm fire agate sometimes called opal. The graceful sleek oval cab flashes iridescent amber, orange, copper, red, green and golden yellow in 9 bubbly orbicular honey comb cell sections that resemble golden biscuits in a pan!. au6.16, au6.18
The sectional "chambers" orbs of color are mesmerizing in any light or time of day.

Signed: an adorsed PR or RP inside and oval and Sterling...

This disc pin features a large faceted citrine in a bold prong setting. The stone has a light yellow-brown tinge and shows no signs of damage or wear. It is quite secure in its mount. The disc has a warm patina from age; the piece dates conservatively 1960-1970. The back has a secure rollover clasp and bears the marks for Mexican silver (eagle 42, circular 925 Sterling) as well as the maker’s mark for Los Ballesteros. There appears to have been a pendant bale or hook that has been removed...

A clean, modernist design characterizes this ring, which is composed of a graduated rounded sterling band inset with an irregularly shaped piece of teak or rosewood. It mostly likely dates from the late 1960s to mid-1970s. There is an unidentified triangular mark on the outer band. The ring tests strongly for silver, and is probably European. It is sized a 6 1/4. Gross weight: 4.7 grams

Modernist Sterling Earrings

Maxwell Chayat

C.1950s

excellent condition

1" dia.

This beautiful, sterling silver bracelet measures 7 1/2" long. Each link features a dark, multifaceted stone with iridescent colors. The stones are bezel set. The V-spring box clasp is marked on each piece: the V-spring has the Mexican Assay mark with a 2 inside the spread eagle. The box part is marked with words in a circle; but all I can make out is PLATA 925.

A vintage gilt sterling silver pendant necklace depicting a pair of seated and opposite facing dragons (or possibly gryphons or chimeras, not obvious) c1930s. This double dragon 2-1/8" x 1-1/2" pendant is stamped only STERLING. It comes on a 22-1/2" sterling gilt or vermeil rope chain with a ball end and a spring-ring clasp (so it is adjustable as to length). It weighs 15.3 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

Striking, hand made, and large sterling MAYAN face BOLO made by MIGUEL and sold at RANCHO ALLEGRE, the largest silver shop in Taxco, during the 1960's-70's. The design shows a darkened silver background which highlights the shiny silver face, decorative element, and edge. The bolo measures 2" wide by 1 3/4" long and the decorative silver ends measure 1 1/4" long. The black fabric tie measures 39" long and has a small wear spot to the fabric but can be worn with no trouble or weakness...

This beautiful band ring is inlaid with 2 bands of azur-malachite stone. The blue and green stone is colorful and stands out nicely in its 1/4" sterling silver band. It is marked TAXCO MEXICO 925 in a circle with with ESE in the middle. It also has the assay mark with 3 inside. The ring is a size 7 1/2 and is in excellent condition.

A rare pair of sterling silver and enamel scarab cuff links by the well known Danish silversmith, Erik Magnussen. After working at Gorham and having his own shops in Chicago and New York, he opened a shop in Hollywood and designed for the stars. He returned to Denmark in 1939.

These measures 1 1/8" long and 5/8" across. Marked with the conjoined EM monogram, Sterling, Style # 1341, Erik Magnussen and Made in Denmark. Marked 925S on the toggles which hold securely...

A silver pendant necklace or brooch with a large fused glass on clay jewel by noted modernist jeweler, Elsa Freund, (1912-2001). Beautiful, rich sparkling blue colored Elsaramic jewel.

Measures about 2 1/2" across and 1 1/2" high. Three dimensional. Signed Elsa on the back.

Has a rollover closure on the back that fastens securely. Also shown suspended from a black silky cord. Could be worn on a chain or neck ring with the addition of a bale. Has a little tarnish...

A Just Andersen sterling silver Viking ship brooch. This finely detailed vintage signed 1-3/8" x 1-1/8" pin has a safety catch, is is stamped 925 DANMARK JUST A STERLING, and it weighs 5.1 grams. It is in excellent original condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use. Tracked packet air insured post to the U.S...

A modernist sterling silver bracelet by Ed Levin with a spiral design.

Measures about 8" around and about 1" at the widest. Marked © Ed Levin and Sterling. Somewhat adjustable due to the open design.

Fine condition, has some tarnish and minor surface scratches.

Classic Levin design. We don't think this is available for purchase new anymore. Catches the light when it moves!

Machine-age styling give these sterling silver earrings a clean, distinctive look. They have a warm patina from age, and exhibit very little wear; the clip backs are marked Trifari and are in good working order. The earrings are marked sterling and probably date around 1950. Each measures ¾ inches long by about 5/8 inch wide. Gross weight: 11.8 grams

Modernist sterling silver and deep amethyst cabochon ring

Finland

1973

Size 8

Stone measures slightly under 1" in diameter

Weight - 27.50 grams

This is a dynamic and substantial ring with great presence

Hallmarked with the national mark, 925, Turku, U7 [1973] and Made in Finland

Very good vintage condition

This lovely charm or pendant measures 1" x 3/4". It's greenish-blue basse-taille, enamel background brings out the red Pisces fish sign beautifully. It's set in sterling vermeil. The back is marked with the David Andersen scales maker's mark, D-A, 925 S, NORWAY-STERLING. It's circa 1950's and in excellent condition.

Early Mexico City open backed repousse cuff looks so fabulous without being embossed around the background of the roses because it makes the repousse really pop. This is a 1 10/16th in. wide and the diameter is 2.5in. There are no repairs, no dents and no light holes that come from poorly pressed silver. The roses are brisk and superbly dimensional. An excellent example and fabulous on.

Hallmarks date this Hector Aguilar necklace to 1940-1948. Collector quality, this is a heavy hand-wrought piece with fifty turquoise cabochons. Stones are all original. It's a substantial gorgeous necklace with a very solid feel, and it lays perfectly upon the neck. A timeless elegant design, and a piece which works with just about any outfit and occasion. Length is 16 1/2" without the tongue portion of the clasp...