This pin / brooch displays Spratling's brilliant work and his original fish design. It is rare to find this design signed by Spatling. It measures just over 1" x just over 1". The back is marked with Spratling's maker's mark and 925. It is in excellent condition, c. 1950's.
This gorgeous necklace by the famous Antonio Pineda is a fabulous example of his superb craftsmanship and design skill. It features deep purple Amethyst stones in a unique tear drop shape set in curved silver links. It measures 16" long by 3/4" wide and weighs 81.8 grams. No damage noted. Secure clasp. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco Crown, Silver, 970, Hecho en Mexico along with the eagle 17. A simply gorgeous piece
This William Spratling necklace is from his second design period, with hallmarks dating 1949-1951. Shown in "William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance", and Spratling Silver: A Field Guide", it's a spectacular piece, with inlaid triangular azur-malachite throughout. Collector quality. Measures a closed, wearable length of 18 1/2". Centerpiece measures 3 1/4" x 1 1/2". Weight is 138.1 grams. Signed and hallmarked "Spratling de Mexico Sterling", along with the eagle assay 13.
This mid-century necklace is an absolutely stunning piece, with deeply incised swirling links, silver domes, and tiny silver beading. Exquisitely hand-crafted and collector quality. Looks fabulous on and lays perfectly upon the neck.
No maker's mark, but the design itself, along with #54, indicate that this is likely the work of Reveriano Castillo.
Measures 15 1/2" closed, wearable length...
Correctly signed and rare this Matl designed by Matilde Poulat is a find for the discerning eye. The drop is 4 inches across and 3in. tall including the dangles. The center comes together with a single amethyst cabochon and has many warmed, teal turquoise stones and a row of coral. The clasp shows off a cluster of turquoise cabochons. The length is 18.5 inches and the patina is very dark naturally. This has no damage to the silver and no areas with missing stones...
Fabulous sterling tufa cast bolo by Mission/Hopi Preston Monongye ( 1927-87 ). The central piece features a mythical being holding a staff and carrying what appears to be an abstract bundle that is comprised of ebony, turquoise and bone. The central piece measures 3 1/2" long and 1 1/2" wide at the top and narrows to 1" at the bottom. The tips are 2 1/4" long. The bolo is hallmarked on the reverse with the peyote bird mark. All pieces are original and in fine condition...
Very cool sterling silver cuff bracelet made in 1971 in Sweden. The interior is smooth, and the exterior is textured. The light hitting the soft lines makes the piece apears always in motion. Hallmarked and signed: "GK," V9, Sterling, Sweden." Adjustable. 1.75" at the widest.
Spectacular vintage sterling and 5 stone turquoise cuff bracelet by Hopi Ralph Tawangyaouma (1880-1973). Possibly Lone Mountain, the stones are beautiful and free of chips or cracks. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening, it is 1 1/8" wide. Weighing 95 grams, it is hallmarked as shown. A gorgeous bracelet from this noted Hopi silversmith.
A pair of Taxco, Mexico Sterling Silver earrings with Tortoise Shell by William Spratling. The marks on these earrings date them to 1949-1956.
Measure 1" across. Marked on the back of one earring with the conjoined Script WS and 925.
Screw backs hold securely. Fine condition. Tortoise shell is a warm, honey brown color. Have some tarnish and minor scratches...
Vintage 1950's sterling silver and shattuckite pin or brooch designed and signed by Frank Patania Sr. Pin measures 3 1/4"L X 2 1/2"W. Signed on the back - FP STERLING with Patania's THUNDERBIRD hallmark. An Italian immigrant, Patania migrated to Santa Fe, N.M. and opened his Thunderbird shop in 1927. Patania established a style of handcrafted southwest American jewelry by blending European silversmith technology with Native American design...
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...
Circa mid-century, this amethyst koi fish pin is an iconic design from Margot de Taxco.
It's a tour-de-force, superbly detailed and collector quality. There's an amethyst teardrop dangle from the swirling waterspout, and three amethyst cabochons on the body and waves. This is a gorgeous pin, and one very seldom seen.
Measures 2 9/16" x 1 1/2".
Weight is 19.9 grams.
Signed and hallmarked "Margot de Taxco Sterling Made in Mexico", with the design # 5207 and the eagle assay 16...
This biomorphic pin c. 1950’s is made of mixed metals: sterling silver and copper, like many of Popowski’s pieces...
Expertly crafted vintage sterling cuff bracelet from the Navajo Arts and Crafts Guild which was formed in 1941 under the auspices of the U.S. Government’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and the Navajo Tribal authority to help young Navajo silversmiths learn from the masters in order to preserve the quality of classic Navajo silver work. This fine cuff has precise and intricate chiseling and wonderful unusual stamping. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is...
Fantastic and rare sterling silver and turquoise cuff bracelet designed and signed in the 1950's by Hopi native american artist Preston Monongye(1927-87). 1 1/2 inches wide. The inside of the cuff measures 5 1/2" from end to end. The gap opening is 1 1/2" for a total wearable length of 6 3/4 to 7 inches. This sterling silver tufa cast bracelet weighs 114 grams or 4.0 oz. Fully hallmarked. The design features 4 rectangular turquoise stones. There is a pinhead size hole on one end of the cuff whi...
Expertly crafted vintage sterling cuff bracelet from the Navajo Arts and Crafts Guild which was formed in 1941 under the auspices of the U.S. Government’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and the Navajo Tribal authority to help young Navajo silversmiths learn from the masters in order to preserve the quality of classic Navajo silver work. This fine cuff has precise stamping around the entire middle. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 1/2" wide and weighs 40...
Circa 1949-1953, this bracelet bears the "Jewels by Antonio" hallmark - one which is not often seen.
It's an elegant and exquisite bracelet, with eight panels, each with a gorgeous round moonstone. I believe the silver to be a very high purity. I have not seen this exact design before. The push button tongue box clasp is topped with a moonstone, creating a seamless appearance when closed. This is a bracelet which both looks and feels amazing on. It's silky smooth, with a very luxurious feel.
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Rare, rare, rare and absolutely without equal when it comes to enamel work! This sterling silver pin measures approx 1 7/8 inches, is hallmarked on the back, attributed to either David Andersen or Ivar Holt (can't totally read the maker's mark), pin in perfect working order. Vibrant shade of turquoise enamel all in perfect condition.