Circa 1940-1945, this bracelet is a book piece design produced by Hector Aguilar at the Taller Borda, known as "Six Spheres". It's a spectacular piece, wide and substantial, and it drapes over the wrist with a luxurious feel. Shown in bookplate III-88, page 130, of the Penny C. Morrill book “Silver Masters of Mexico”. Measures 7 7/8” without the tongue portion of the clasp. Closed, wearable length is about 7 1/4”. Width is 1 5/8”. Clasp is a tight and secure tongue in box...

This attractive pin features an openwork, foliate design, with a Jensen-inspired aesthetic. The pin has a substantial look and feel, representing a quality Danecraft line from the 1940s. It bears the Felch and Co. mark on the back, as well as marks for Danecraft and sterling silver. The pin measures a little over 1 5/8 inches long by 1 1/8 inches wide. Gross weight: 9.5 grams (pin stem is not silver).

A vintage sterling silver bangle bracelet by American Modernist jeweler, Ronald Hayes Pearson with a curved and angled design. Can be worn with the curves facing front or sideways.

Measures between 8 and 8 1/2" around the inside. Measures 2 1/2" in diameter and 1/2" at the widest. Hard to get an exact measurement due to the curves. Slides onto my average size wrist easily.

Signed Pearson Sterling. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches...

Large obsidian and sterling brooch constructed so that the two materials marry flawlessly by LEDESMA, Mexico, c.1955. Pin measures 2 3/4" by 1 14/" and is signed "LEDESMA MEXICO TAXCO 925SF 280 (bellmark)3". Obsidian and silver in excellent condition.......$14 for insured US shipping.

Circa 1940's, here is a superb pin produced by Chato Castillo. Chato Castillo apprenticed with Matilde Poulat. In the Davis/Pack book "Mexican Jewelry", it's noted that Chato's pieces are all one of a kind. He left William Spratling's Taller de Las Delicias in 1939 to help his brothers start Los Castillo. Many of his early designs were also used as prototypes for pieces later produced by Los Castillo. Measuring 5" tall, 2 1/8" wide, this pin is a sight to behold...

This ring depicts a climbing snake. It is adjustable in size. The head of the snake is set in abalone. It is marked TAXCO 925, then (hard to read) MEXICO and maker's initials. It also has the Government assay spread eagle mark with a 3 inside.

Unsigned unmarked yet tested bright red, may be higher than sterling silver and could be an Arts Crafts, Art Deco or Modernist Studio Ring with 3/4" bezel set Carnelian looking cab at size 6 3/4 yet your jeweler could resize.
Top is 1 1/8 X 7/8 and is unpolished. There is some silver that was never 'cleaned up'...

An unusual hand wrought brooch in the shape of a surrealist eye in thick hammered sterling silver with a brown gemstone bead for the iris. Has 2 layers of sterling, one more hammered then the other for an interesting contrast. The dangling brown bead moves and reflects on the sterling background.

Signed with a partially struck To... ier, Sterling and 925. Wish we could figure out the artist. Measures 4 1/4" long and 2 7/8" at the widest. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely...

Approximately 16in. wearable length this is an older master piece designed by Sigi Pineda and properly hallmarked with eagle for Sigi Pineda. The inside measurement for the neck is 4.25in. wide inside x 5.25in. inside. With 12 gem quality amethyst cabachons 12mm x7mm and weighing 129.8 grams this piece is a crowning jewel for a Mexican silver collector. Simply the best, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

This Victorian Scottish flush fitting agate panel brooch is 1 1/2" in diameter. There are no hallmarks which is fairly normal for brooches of this period.

The stones are orange Campsie Fells jasper, green and red bloodstone from the Isle of rum, deep red carnelian agate from Glenfarg in Perthshire. Fantastic workmanship! C clasp is in good working condition.

Each. Collectors of signed vintage Lampl, Felch & Co, Danecraft, Carl Ove Frydensberg grapes grape bunch figural signed sterling silver Jewelry here is an instant collection that weighs a total of 1.8 ounces of precious metal...

Two vintage sterling silver hand wrought brooches by Stavre Gregor Panis, who was a member of the Boston Society of Arts and Crafts. One has a detailed floral and vine design and one has cut out gulls and a scalloped edge. May purchase individually or as a pair.

The rectangular brooch measures 2 1/8" across and 1 1/4" high. Marked with the SGP in a shield hallmark and Sterling. Very detailed cut work. Nice contrast of textured and smooth sterling...

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

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

One of the best lapidaries in Taxco’s jewelry history, Felipe Martinez created amazing jewelry in many styles. The classy sterling silver and azur-malachite earrings at hand follow the “mozaico Azteca” line that was introduced by the Los Castillo workshop. Rich, dark blues, understated safe and a breath-taking splash of electric green come together in the stone inlay held securely in the most minimal “gypsy” setting...

Henry Steig modernist sterling silver necklace

1950

Choker style

Should fit a 13 1/2" neck

Jump rings can be added to increase size if needed

Center element measures 6 1/2" x 1 1/2"

Weight - 45 grams

This solid and well crafted necklace is signed Steig, sterling on reverse

Excellent vintage condition

Very cute and sporting quite an obsidian sheen is this rather large 2 inches long and 1 inch wide beetle brooch. Hallmarked as shown with an early eagle 3. The weight is 14 grams. Very well made and a perfect gift or just for yourself!

A modernist brooch by noted mid century silversmith, Frances Holmes Boothby in Sterling Silver and Ebony. This large marlin measures 3 3/4" long and 1 1/2" tall. Lightly hammered. Marked fhb, Sterling on the back. Has a safety rollover clasp that holds tightly. Nice condition, just a few minor scratches and a little tarnish. A wonderful example of Mid Century Modern jewelry.

This vintage sterling cuff bracelet is unsigned but believed to be Pueblo, or possibly Hopi or Navajo. So, not sure of its origin but I think the design is notable. Measuring 5 7/8” around in the inside, plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is 1 3/8" wide and weighs 56 grams. Fine original condition, a lovely patina and a great looking, very wearable bracelet.

Signed Ace...

This classic Antonio Pineda bracelet has the bold sculpted style he is known for with thick and heavy horseshoe shaped links crafted in his favorite 970 silver. Measures 8" long, a longer and hard to find length by 7/8" wide and it weighs a substantial 85.6 grams. In good vintage condition with only light age related wear and minor tarnish. There is a secure box clasp and safety chain. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown, 970, Taxco, Silver and the eagle stamp. A great Antonio bracelet with...

This is a SIGNED LOS BALLESTEROS STERLING NECKLACE from a Virginia, U.S.A. Estate. One of the BEST pieces this Seller has owned from this Designer, the size is 2 1/2" Width X 3 3/4" Length. Clearly marked on the back: LOS BALLESTEROS STERLING. Prong~set in the Center is a Pear Shaped Simulated Alexandrite approximately 5 Carats in weight. Ca. 1950-1970 the Condition is EXCELLENT ALSO posted on eBay $495 or Best Offer seller: ejp1eastcoast

These charming earrings have a delicate look but are sturdily made; they sit vertically on the ear. The screw backs are quite secure, and are marked sterling. The center of one bow shows a small manufacturing flaw. The earrings measure 1 inch long by 5/8 inch . Weight: 6.6 grams total

Fridl modernist sterling silver necklace.

Measures approx. 14" when outstretched.

Condition - excellent.

Uni David Andersen impressive sterling and agate necklace

Designer - Liv Solnor Rogan

Norway

1970

Large ovoid stone with a luminous deep carnelian - like color set in a beautifully handcrafted sterling frame measuring 3" x 3" total

Chain - 20"

Marked on reverse Uni, DA, 925s, INV L.S.R., handmade

Excellent condition

An Arts and Crafts sterling silver pendant necklace in the style of the Chicago school. Pendant has a large carnelian cabochon and four dangles.

The pendant measures 1 1/4" long including the dangles and 1" at the widest. Unsigned. Each side of the chain is 9" long for a total of 19" with the toggle clasp and looks to be original to the pendant.

Fine condition, has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Great example.

A vintage modernist 800 Silver buckle with a brutalist design. Signed on the back with the studio artist's initials, 'RA' and 800.

Measures 3 1/2" long and 1 7/8" wide. Has a three dimensional design that resembles the surface of the moon.

Fine condition, substantial piece.

Structuralist bracelet & earring set by noted modernist Paul Lobel, who produced innovative jewlery in his New York studio in the 1950s. Consisting of ridgid sterling silver links and matching earrings with their original srew-back mechanisms. The bracelet has an integrated hidden hook clasp. Bracelet measures over 7.25" long and the earrings hang 1 3/8." Signed "Lobel, Sterling" as shown. Excellent vintage condition.

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

Another Antonio Pineda masterpiece done in black onyx crescents. Very comfortable with 4.5 in. diameter which is approximately 16.5 inches of wearable length. Each crescent is 1.75 inches at the widest point. No damage or repairs. The matching Pineda bracelet is as well listed on my site. It does have a patina that has not been touched and buyer can make it their own. There is 114 grams of stunning design, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Vintage Modernist sculptural ring stamped: ISRAEL 925 and an indented silversmith's touch mark in size 7 1/2. Mod mid century styling and look at the five 'pods'..

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Calling the vintage Mexican silver and black stone "mask" ring I am presenting here massive is not an exaggeration. It is not just the actual ring size (9.5 US) that makes it so; it is also the textured, solid setting, quite masculine in design, and the beautifully carved, stupendous effigy it houses. I am not sure what the stone is - I think it might be onyx but it could also be black agate. I am fascinated by its opaque gravity and the way its satin finish invites the touch. And what about tho...

An unusual silver bracelet and pendant featuring Pre Columbian figures embellished with green stones. Probably from Peru or Ecuador. May be purchased as a set or individually.

The bracelet is made up of three panels depicting a figure holding a prong set rough cut green stone. Has four connecting sections of 6 links between each panel.

Measures 7 3/4" long so will fit a larger wrist. Has a fold over clasp that snaps securely. Marked 0850 or 0950 for silver on the clasp. Very hard to ...

Beautiful repousee sterling necklace(matching bracelet is also being offered), by Los Castillo, Mexico, c.1947. Made of very heavy gauge silver, it weighs 3 1/2 troy oz(105 gms). Made of 20 links, each measuring 1" long by 3/4" wide, the total length is 15". There is an overlapping of links. Signed "LOS CASTILLO TAXCO STERLING MADE IN MEXICO bellmark#15 #637, it is in excellent condition. Wonderful patina....To see the matching bracelet, see ITEM #170267.....$17 for insured shipping in USA & app...

A modernist brooch with a prong set amethyst frog on a stylized sterling silver leaf by noted Mexican silversmith, Carmen Beckmann. The leaf has raised veins contrasting with a smooth surface.

This piece is marked Sterling Beckmann and Mexico on the back.

It measures 3" long and 2" at the widest. Has an rollover safety clasp that holds securely.

This brooch is well constructed with layers of sterling. Love the three dimensional quality of the frog. Amethyst is in fine condition...

A fabulous fringed necklace, wearable for day or night, in sterling silver with very big glittering purple openback and unfoiled glass stones in prong settings. Circa 1935. The clasp is marked STERLING and the other elements test positive for sterling. The color is much more intense and slightly warmer than the photos depict. Huge stones, statement necklaces, and the color purple are all very significant current fashion trends. Also perfectly of the moment because it is a classic Art Deco p...