Francs Holmes Boothby modernist sterling silver horse brooch
1950
3 1/2" long x 1 1/2" at widest point
Marked on verso
Very good vintage condition
Max Chayat modernist sterling silver and rhodocrosite necklace
American modernist
1950
Length - 14"
Width - Just under 3/4"
Screw back earrings - 3/4" x 3/8"
Total weight [three pieces] - 51 grams
Marked Chayat, sterling [see photo]
Very nice vintage condition with original oxidation
Ballesteros is the maker of this gorgeous chrysocolla stones bracelet. The width is .75in. and the wearable length is approximately 7in. The weight is 50 grams heavy. The dimpled dot repousse link is a signature design for Ballesteros in the 1950's. It has a rich look with the individual tones to the stones and is balanced beautifully by its sleek size. The stones are without cracks or chips and show just the natural surface of the stones. The silver is free of dents or damage...
Elsa Freund modernist necklace.
Silver with glazed ceramic 'stone'.
Pendant - 2 1/2" x 2 3/4".
Condition - excellent.
Large, assymetrical applied silver on oxydized silver background modernist design CROSS pin with 4 1/2 mm cultured pearl at center. Made by JO CATANZARO, deceased modernist jeweler from Buffalo NY, c.1950's. This piece is part of the collection that was purchased from her studio after her death in 2004. Measures 2 7/8" by 2". Unsigned and in excellent condition......$10 for insured USA shipping.
Vintage Sleek Mod Stylized Heart Adjustable Silver Ring marked: "Orb Sterling" for Otto R Bade who was Rebajes' studio foreman in the 40's before buying the former's equipment. Mid century mod style. Presently set @ 7.5 yet can be adjusted up or down. Sits 1 1/2" north to south...
American Early Modernist Sterling Abstract Brooch
Ed Wiener
c.1955
Excellent condition
2 5/8" x 2 7/8"
Ottaviaini heavy weight modernist sterling silver bracelet
Italy
Mid 20th century
7 1/4" long x 3/4" wide
Weight - a solid and hefty 84+ grams
Marked Ottaviani, 921, Italy
Very good vintage condition with only minor surface wear
David Andersen sterling silver grid brooch
Designer - Bjorn Sigurd Osturn
c. 1950
1 3/8" x 1 11/16"
Weight - 22.18 grams
Very good vintage condition
Large handmade mixed metals(gold and silver) modernist pin with blue oval chalcedony(1 1/4" by 7/8"), c.1960's. The stone is bezel set off center. The design consists of positive and negative space, as shown with applied dimensional gold and silver geometric pieces versus handcut holes. Pin has substantial weight and measures a VERY LARGE 2 5/8" IN DIAMETER. Very rich with a high level of artistry and original design...
Exceptional Peruvian panel bracelet.
Marked - Industria Peruana, Munos, 900.
Excellent vintage condition.
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Graziella Laffi modernist sterling and 18K gold necklace
Mid 20th century
Peru
Should fit a 15 1/2" to a 16" neck
Center element measures 5 3/4" x 2 1/4"
Weight - 105 grams
Marked Laffi, Peru , 925, k18
Fine vintage condition
Hans Hansen modernist sterling silver bracelet with inset stones
1950
6 3/4" long x 3/4" wide
Features the classic Hansen screw type closure
Markings - small H on cross bar of larger H, 925
Very good vintage condition
A vintage sterling silver bracelet with 6 linked domes and floral swirls made in Denmark. Signed with JA in a shield, Sterling and Denmark.
Measures about 7 3/4" long and almost 1" wide. Has a wide hook clasp that holds securely.
Has a warm patina and some minor surface scratches.
Very well crafted. Fine example of Scandinavian silver jewelry.
This exquisite parure / suite / 3-piece set consists of a pendant, chain and earrings in sterling silver and 14k gold. Circa 1950s, it is a RARE set by The W.E. Richards Company and Symmetalic. The latter belongs to The W.E. Richards Company of North Attleboro, MA, founded in 1902 - wRe. Their jewelry is known for its high quality and very well made jewelry of sterling silver with 10K and 14K gold, as well as fine gemstones.
The above consists of beautiful, vivid, cobalt blue scarabs...
This dramatic disk pin features a hammered surface decorated with applied wire in a stylized floral design. A framed dome graces the center and four applied beads enhance the edges of the wire work design. It has a secure trombone clasp and brass pin stem, both original to the piece. The piece is unmarked but tests definitively for silver, likely .800 or .830 and appears European in design. The pin measures 2 1/8 inches in diameter. Gross weight: 20.8 grams
Ecuador - 900 silver brooch
Urn shape decorated with stylized serpent motif
2 1/4" tall x 1 3/4" across
Marked Ecuador 900
Very good vintage condition
A modernist sterling silver brooch by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, in the shape of a stylized fish or bird with an amethyst eye. Measures 2" square. Has a faceted pear shaped amethyst stone cabochon on an additional layer of sterling. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark and sterling. Rollover safety clasp holds securely. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. There is a very minor ding to one corner. There are some scratches on the back near the clasp...