Timelessly elegant this vintage Mexican silver Carmen Beckmann ring features a “toi et moi” design with two sparkling color-change sapphires in substantial crown settings. This is a more “demure” Beckmann, if I am allowed the use of the word in this context, reaching for a classic look with clean, lean lines and minimal adornment...
A striking, large, heavy sterling and turquoise pin by Navajo silversmith George Kee, made during his time working at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. Measuring 2 5/8" by 1 5/8" it weighs 27 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the center stone. Signed as shown. A wonderful compliment to any sweater, blazer or coat.
Frances Holmes Boothby modernist sterling silver pendant necklace
1950
Pendant - 1 1/4" x 1 3/4"
Chain - 23" extended
Marked fhb sterling
Very good vintage condition
This rosewood & sterling bracelet was designed & signed in the early 1940's by Taxco, Mexico & American artist William Spratling. Weighing 108 grams, the bracelet measures 1 3/8" wide with an interior length of 7". In excellent condition with a beautifully aged patina on both wood & silver. Pin closure with safety chain is tight and secure. Fully signed with Spratlings' early 1940's hallmarks. This Spratling design is included in the MUSEUM OF FINE ART BOSTON permanent collection...
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.
This is a properly signed Antonio Pineda with an inside diameter of 2.5in. and a face front height of 15/16 of an inch. The past was filled with owners who took great care with it as there is no damage, chips or cracks but you may see glare from our photography creating spots or color difference etc. The stones appear to be onyx but could be a no sheen obsidian. The silver is thick and heavy at 74 grams...
Circa mid-century, this clamper was hand-wrought by Los Castillo, and it is spectacular. Wide, large, heavy, and collector quality.
The snail shell design has graduated beading which curves gently around the sides. Very substantial, with a weight of 104.4 grams. Hinge looks to be old and original, and it's super tight and snappy. Couldn't be more perfect. Recesses are oxidized, giving depth which makes this a standout piece.
Fully closed this will fit up to a 6 1/2" wrist...
UNOAERRE modernist sterling silver orbital bracelet
Italy
1970
Interior circumference - 7" total
Weight - 43 grams
Marked Uno A Erre, 925, Italy
Very good vintage condition
A fine and rare example of Italian space age jewelry
William Spratling's Mexican Silver locket which is 2in. long including the loop for a chain, 1.25 in. deep and 1in. across is featured in todays listing. The stones have striations front and back as most from this era of the Mexican Silver Renaissance do. This example is much better than most found. You can see that some rise to the top but the stones are stable and none go all the way thru or across the amethyst stone. The color is dark and beautiful...
Art Smith modernist earrings
Sterling silver
1950s
Large and impressive at 2 1/8" across
Weight - 26 grams
Screw back
Signed Art Smith - slightly obscured
Excellent condition
Sterling modernist ring by silversmith Bill Tendler(1924-1981), NYC, c.1955. Bold architectural design using shiny silver columns set out from an oxydized background. The ring face measures 3/4" wide by 3/8" high and is size 4 3/4. The band has an interesting shape and is an integral part of the design. Excellent condition and is photographed on page 82 in MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960 by Schon.....$9 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.
Fine modernist sterling silver brooch
Well crafted and substantial
3 1/4" x 1 1/2"
Unmarked
Very god vintage condition
Picasso-style sterling face ring by BILL TENDLER, c.1950's. Features are applied shiny silver on oval oxydized face with shiny silver outline. Features and outline stand out over lower face. Measures 7/8" long by 11/16" wide and is size 6. Band measures 1/4" wide. Excellent condition.......$12 for insured USA shipping. NYS residents pay sales tax.
What a wonderful Rafael Dominguez brooch this is. It is 2 inches long and 1.25 wide. The weight is 8.3 grams. The silver is thick and hand carved. I wore this as a closure for a scarf and it was stunning. Collector quality and MORE.
A lovely silver and gold necklace with pendant in the shape of two conjoined hearts, one with the word “Mizpah” and the other with the verse “The Lord watch between thee and me when we are absent one from another.” “Mizpah” stems from the Hebrew word for “watchtower,” and was used in jewelry to symbolize protection for loved ones during an extended absence...
Vintage Mexican Silver has always been impressive when hallmarked with DORIS SILVER. This floral design has heft at 80 grams and a wearable length of 17 inches. There is a stunning presence with a drop of 1.5in. tall and 4 inches across. This taller purchased only the best from many talented individuals and Doris had a work room in the back of her store where the gentlemen could make pieces for her. There is no damage or repairs and a beautiful patina...
Reward for mystery maker - see below. Vintage Native American knuckle to knuckle ring signed scribed with a mystery mark: "Sterling" and a Teepee, as the maker's silversmith's mark on this bold knuckle to knuckle ring with three 8-9mm bezel set Bermuda blue turquoise stones, applied rope and chased leaf...
A wonderful Skonvirke 830S silver brooch by the well regarded Danish silversmith, Evald Nielsen, (1879-1958).
Measures 2 5/8" long and 5/8" at the widest. Has one central dark purple cabochon. Very light, delicate hammering, beautiful repousse work. Marked 830S for the Danish silver standard and the stylized EN mark on the back. Has an older rollover clasp which holds securely. Very fine condition, with minor tarnish.
Quality piece. Beautiful classic Danish design.