A vintage sterling silver necklace and matching screw back earrings in the style of Kalo. Necklace measures 16" long and closes with a secure hook. Earrings measure 5/8" across and are marked sterling. Screw backs hold securely. Very detailed work. Lovely example in an arts and crafts classic design.
A pair of beautiful early 20th C. Chinese silver enamel dangling earrings in excellent condition. L:8cm, $325
Antique Angel skin Coral Broach with silver mount unmarked. good condition wearable
Size approx 2.25 by 1.25" weight 20g
A sterling silver modernist bangle bracelet by noted Mid Century jeweler, Caroline Gleick Rosene. This bracelet is textured on some surfaces and smooth on others for an interesting contrasting effect. Marked Sterling Rosene on the inside. The mark is partially struck. Measures approximately 8" around. The bangle is easy to put on because of the oval shape. Great example of Mid Century studio jewelry.
A vintage hand wrought Modernist sterling pendant and neck ring with a large turquoise stone. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long including the bale and 1 3/4" across. Marked sterling on the back. Neck ring measures about 15" around. Hook closure holds securely. Neck ring is also marked sterling. Both pieces have a dark patina. Pendant would also look great on a thick chain. Wonderfully crafted and fine quality.
Modernist sterling silver and amethyst ring
Late 1960's to 70's
Size 7
Weight - 15+ grams
Marked hand wrought, sterling, FRBA
Very good vintage condition
John Prip modernist sterling silver brooch
Mid 20th century
2 1/4" x 2 3/4"
Weight - 21.50 grams
Marked with artist's cypher on verso
Inscribed Josephine H. Gilbert
Excellent vintage condition
Bill Schiffer sterling silver lariat necklace with earrings
1980's
Necklace measures 32" long extended
Earrings - 2" long
Weight - a hefty 102 grams
Marked Schiffer, ss in script
Excellent vintage condition
Rare John Prip sterling silver brooch
Mid 20th century
2 1/4" x 1 1/4"
Excellent vintage condition
A Clement Berg Norway sterling silver purple enamel rectangle pin or brooch from the 1920s. This simple yet lovely 1-1/4" x 11/16" pin has a raised border in light lilac purple baisse-taille enamel with interior rayed lines and it has a central white enamel edge. It has the original c-clasp, it is stamped 925 with Clement Berg's cypher and it weighs 7.9 grams...
A vintage sterling silver large cross with a Bark-like texture by noted jewelry company, Uno A Erre from Arezzo, Italy. Looks like two crossed tree trunks. Measures 4 1/4" long and 2 1/4" across. Marked 925, Uno A Erre, and Italy on the back. Has a large bale so would accommodate a thick neck ring or chain. In fine condition. Unusual design.
Spratling Brooch Pendant which bears the first phase marks as shown is an iconic design from the Mexican Silver Renaissance. All the amethyst have the teat shape which is the original cut for the stones. There is no chips or cracks to the stones. It is a 3 inch circumference and has a weight of 71 grams. This is a substancial piece. It can be worn to clasp a shawl and hold considerable weight. Add your own chain and thread it thru the barrels and have a necklace!
Betty Cooke modernist sterling silver and ebony brooch
Mid 20th century
3 5/8" x 1"
Weight 17+ grams
Marked Cooke, sterling
Very good vintage condition
Antonio Pineda Modernist sterling silver sculptural bracelet
Taxco, Mexico
Mid 20th century
Interior circumference - 5 1/4" plus a 1" gap in rear
This well crafted and substantial bracelet weighs a hefty 68 grams
Marked with Antonio crown and Los Castillo circular mark, 970, bell cypher and Hecho en Mexico
Very good vintage condition
This necklace exhibits a strong presence. A dark amethyst stone glows in strong light and has no chips, damage or cracks. The wearable is 16.5 inches and you can hook it in to any of the chain length to shorten. The silver is very thick and is a wonderful example of folk style repousse. Puffy and not exactly symmetrical is what makes the magic happen when you put this on. The drop is 4.5 inches across and 3 in. down. Just beautiful, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Iconic hand wrought sterling silver & amethyst butterfly or moth brooch designed & signed c. 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Pin measures 2 3/4 inches across & weighs 27 grams. This beautifully detailed wearable work of art is in excellent condition. Pictured on p. 44 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk. Spratling designs are included in many permanent museum collections including Museum of Fine Art Boston & Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Beautiful large oval sterling and turquoise brooch by Chicago Arts & Crafts silversmith Mary Gage. Composed of six chased sterling lily pads that frame a large oval natural turquoise stone that is held in place by silver loops. There are applied silver beads in various locations. This brooch measures 2 1/2" by 2 1/8" and the turquoise stone measures 1 1/4" by 5/8". It is in fine original condition. The turquoise is free of chips or cracks and has beautiful matrix...
Swedish sterling silver modernist ring
1973
Size - 6
Height - 1 1/8"
Weight - 11.60 grams
Hallmarks - RCN, H in circle, three crowns, S and Y9 [1973]
Very good vintage condition
Henry Steig modernist sterling silver ring
1950
Size - 6 1/2
Weight - 12 grams
Height - 1 1/2"
Stamped Steig, sterling
Very good vintage condition
Da'maso Gallegos is known for quality in craftsmanship. The silver is thick repousse with a fit like a true pectoral that tips forward allowing more room for fitting. The length is 15.5 around the natural bottom. The stones are beautiful with a jelly like glow of purple amethyst. There is hand carving to the center silver drop and 61 grams of weight. Super rare with no damage of any kind. The drop is 2 inches tall and the cabochons fall another inch. This is one to fall in love with...
A rare heavy sterling silver brooch by William Spratling, Taxco. Measures 2 3/4" long and 1 1/8" wide. Marked with the WS in a circle incised mark, Silver Mexico and 925. Has a slight dent to the center and is missing the rollover part of the clasp. A rare find for the collector.
Strong, unique & one of his most desirable creations this 970 sterling silver cuff was designed & signed in the 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). This cuff will comfortably fit up to a 6 1/2" wrist. The back opening is 1 1/8". The largest of the 7 disks measures 1 1/2" across. Weight 80 grams. Beautiful condition & patina. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. Featured on p. 150 of the museum catalog SILVER SEDUCTION: THE ART OF MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA by Gobi Stromberg...
Rachel Gera modernist sterling silver, with light gold wash, and pearl floral ring
Mid 20th century
Israel
Size 8
Weight - 22+ grams
Marked Rachel Gera, 925
Very good vintage condition
Graziella Laffi modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet
Peru
Mid 20th century
This exceptional example of Laffi's work weighs a solid 62.50 grams
2 1/4" tall
Interior circumference - 6" plus a rear opening of 1"
Stamped G. Laffi, Peru, 925
Excellent vintage condition
Sam Kramer modernist sterling silver and moonstone ring
1950
Size 6 1/4
Weight - 16 grams
Stamped with both artist's cypher and sterling
Very good vintage condition with age appropriate surface scratches
Jane Wiberg modernist sterling silver and stone ring
Denmark
Mid 20th century
Size 6
This unique and substantial ring weighs 17+ grams
Very good vintage condition
Marked Jane Wiberg, sterling
This charming sterling fish pin is by the celebrated David Andersen of Norway. It measures 2" (5cm) from top to bottom. On the underside is D-A, Norway, Sterling 925S. Excellent condition.
Just Andersen Sterling Silver bracelet
Denmark
1930's
7 1/4" long x 15/16" wide
Weight - 52 grams
Marked Just A. steling
Excellent vintage condition
A vintage heavy modernist pendant with a raw amethyst wrapped in silver metal, (probably plate) in a brutalist design. Signed Nielsen Denmark in two places. Measures 2 5/8" long and 1 3/4" wide. Also measures 1 3/8" thick. Has a large round bale so can accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Fine condition, wonderful design.
A vintage modernist clamper bracelet from Sigi Pineda, Taxco Mexico. Two beveled ends meet in the center. Measures approximately 7" around. Marked Hecho en Mexico, Sigi Tasco, Eagle #, Sterling and with a design number 406. In fine condition, has a few scratches. Spring hinge closes tightly. Nice weight. High quality piece.
A brutalist, modernist sterling silver pendant by the Swedish jeweler, Isaac Cohen. Marked on the bale with ICO for the maker, another mark that is hard to read, and V9 for 1971. Measures about 2 1/2" long including the bale and 1 1/4" wide. Large bale so will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Fine condition, quality piece.
A modernist sterling silver ring #A77 A by Georg Jensen, designed by Ole IshØj. Measures about 6.5. Marked Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, 925 S Denmark and style #A77 A. Also has London import marks, GJLd and the mark for London. The date mark is so small we couldn't make it out. In very nice condition with minor nicks and scratches. Can be worn facing up or down. Great modernist design.
UnoAerre modernist sterling silver buckle bracelet
Italy
1970
Interior circumference - 7"
2 3/8" x 2 1/2"
Center buckle element - 1 1/2" tall
Weight - 69.52 grams
Very good vintage condition with minor scattered surface scratches
A modernist, abstract Sterling Silver curved wire brooch by Ed Levin. Measures 1 1/4" across and 2 3/8" long. Partially struck mark, © Ed Levin, Sterling. Very nice condition. Has a little wear near the mark. Has a rollover clasp that holds tightly. Great design.
Marci Zelmanoff sterling and brass brooch/pendant
5 1/8" long x 2 1/2" wide
Weight - 15 grams
Organic design exhibiting the artist's trademark intricate wire work
Inscribed - Zelmanoff, 2/21/80
Very good vintage condition
A sleek modernist hammered sterling silver neck ring and matching cuff bracelet by Swedish jewelry maker Alton. Neck ring measures approximately 10 1/4" around with an opening of 2 3/4". Measures 3/4" at the widest. Could be adjusted somewhat. Marked Alton, F for the city mark, Swedish silver standard, Y9, (date code for 1973), Sterling 925. The cuff bracelet measures 6 1/4" around with an opening of 1". Measures 1 1/4" at the widest part. Could also be adjusted slightly...
Signed Silver Mexico this bracelet has a presence that makes it not matter that a major designer has not signed it. It molds to your wrist and the height of the face front is one of the main makers of the fabulous look at almost one inch high. The push pin is hidden under the link to open for the wrist. The weight is 65 grams and the silver is thick. The repousse balls are many and without dents...
Pre assay Mexico era. Both Maricela and Los Ballesteros and maybe Rafael Melendez along with other Taxco silversmiths have made this style of bench cut - not cast -2 tier cuff bracelet with applied C shape rope elements and "dot" application...
C.L. Smith modernist sterling silver ring
1950
Etched and cut abstract design
Size 11
Very good vintage condition
An amazing modernist large sterling silver pendant with a 28" chain by Jens Peter Clausen Gudjonsson of Iceland. Signed JENS Handmade Iceland and 925S. Pendant measures about 3 5/8" long and 3" across at the widest. Thick sterling. Really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.
A vintage early sterling silver heavy brooch by Hector Aguilar.
Signed with the conjoined HA, Taxco and 940 for better than sterling silver. Pre Eagle, (pre 1949).
Measures 3 1/2" across and 3 1/8" high. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. The brooch has some minor tarnish and surface scratches.
Classic Taxco design.
Erika Hult de Corral modernist sterling silver pendant
Taxco/Mexico mid 20th century
1 3/4" x 2 3/8"
This well crafted and substantial pendant weighs 21+ grams
Very good vintage condition
A well crafted sterling silver cuff bracelet by the Chicago silversmith Bjarne Meyer. Beautifully hand hammered silver. Bjarne Meyer later worked for Georg Jensen, USA. Measures 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 1/8. Measures 7/8" wide. Marked Sterling, by Bjarne and Handwrought. Has an intricate three dimensional repousse tulip design and a central green mottled rectangular cabochon. Warm patina, fine condition. There is a occlusion in the stone, not sure if it is original. The stone is secu...
UnoAerre modernist sterling silver, satin finish, bracelet
Italy
1960 - 1970
Should fit a 7 5/8" wrist
Weight - 67 grams
Marked as pictured
Very good vintage condition, light scattered surface scratches consistent with age
There is a 10in span of 3 drops and 2 additional links connected to chain and a thick silver hook. The necklace has a wearable length of 17in. Each drop is a dramatic 2.5in. long and the silver to the links is also thick and made with precision repousse. With a hallmark of STERLING MEXICO and no dents or damage anywhere we have a very smart presence to enjoy. The weight is 52 grams which is heavy considering the 7 inches of chain. A versatile piece just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Madeline Turner modernist sterling silver horse earrings
1945- 50
1" long
Very good vintage condition
A sterling silver necklace in an Arts and Crafts design signed Peruzzi, Boston, and Sterling. Central design measures 4" across and 1 1/4" long including the dangle. Necklace measures 14 1/2" long. Could be made longer if needed with an extender. Warm patina, quality piece.
Margot Van Voorhies signed design # 5513 is a large bracelet measuring 1.5in. tall with a royal presence. It is an airy design but constructed with thick silver repousse and weighing in at 62 grams of heft. The length is 7.5in. There is no damage of any kind and has a natural patina. One of Margot de Taxco's best!
A sterling silver modernist Star of David by the Israeli jeweler, Rachel Gera. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long including the large bale and 1 3/4" across. Chain measures 24" long and closes with a spring clasp. Pendant is marked Handmade, Gera Israel and 925. Thick sterling, fine quality.
Sterling silver hand crafted modernist bracelet in the manner of Wiener or Levin
1950
7" interior circumference
Bracelet opens for easy entry
1 1/4" tall
Marked 925
Very good vintage condition
Modernist sterling silver abstract figural brooch/pendant
1950
3 1/4" x 1"
Weight - 29.75 grams
Marked 925
Very good vintage condition
Modernist sterling silver sculptural ring with green stone
Mid 20th century
3/4" tall x 1 1/8" deep
Size - 6 1/4 - 6 1/2
Weight - 12.40 grams
Hallmarked 925 with unknown hallmark, possibly European
Excellent vintage condition
Joachim S'Paliu modernist sterling silver with carnelian ring
Spain
Mid 20th century
This gorgeous, over sized, ring measures 1 9/16" tall x 1 1/8" deep
The polished carnelian stone is a deep reddish burnt sienna displaying a wonderful translucence
Size - 9 to 9 1/2
Weight - a substantial 22.65 grams
Hallmarked S'Paliu, sterling
Excellent vintage condition
Israeli modernist sterling silver and pearl ring
Mid 20th century
This unique and well crafted modern form weighs 14.75 grams
Size 7
7/8" tall x 1 3/8" across
Hallmarked 925, Israel with unknown artist cypher
Excellent vintage condition
Israeli modernist sterling silver necklace
1965 - 70
Large and dynamic the pendant measures 3 3/4" long
Should fit a 16 3/4" neck
Weight - a substantial 60 grams
Marked made in Israel, sterling
Excellent vintage condition
Woven figure eights set off design # 5625 - A by Margot Van Voorhies. The bracelet is just under one inch and the earrings are 1 3/8th's long. The silver is thick and has 70 grams combined weight. This is a very rare design with a rich presence and a soft touch to the silver. All pieces properly hallmarked for Margot de Taxco Taller. Margot was a premier designer in the Mexican Silver Renaissance and certainly the most accomplished female artist.
A pair of geometric modernist sterling silver bangles, by Danish silversmith Helge Arthur Bang. Bang worked only for a short period (1962-73) and his works are rare. Makers’ mark HE BA, Sterling 925 S and Swedish import marks (three crowns and S), weight 17 grams. Inner diameter "2 ½/ 6,5 cm. Condition: fine.
Modernist silver [900] kinetic pendant necklace in the manner of Oswaldo Guayasamin
Ecuador
1970
Pendant - 2 3/4" x 2 3/4"
Chain extends 19"
Weight - 24.25 grams
Marked Ecuador, 900
Very good vintage condition
We have an obsidian stone Mask brooch that exhibits an exceptional gold sheen. The brooch is 2 in. by 1.5in. Signed RB and with eagle 3. The carving has no chips, cracks or damage. The gold sheen obsidian is getting harder to obtain today and this is a beauty. The silver work on the head dress is exemplary. It was difficult to get a picture of the sheen with my camera. The lighter color is the reflection from light casting on the sheen.
This design number 5231 is an abstract work that matches with the swans collection by Margot Van Voohies. Her work is always quality, thick repousse. The height is 1.25in. and 7/8th's wide. Collector quality without a doubt and with a big presence. No damage.