A vintage Tulip bracelet in sterling silver designed by the Danish silversmith, Georg Jensen, #100B. This bracelet was purchased in Denmark and comes with the original box from the store on Østergade in Copenhagen.
Measures 7 1/4" long and 3/4" at the widest. Weighs 25 gr. Has a round box closure that holds securely. Additionally it has a fold over safety catch.
In fine condition with a warm patina. The light hammering is just wonderful...
A vintage modernist sterling silver bracelet by Taxco artisan, Erika Hult de Corral in a stylized chevron design. Marked Ric, Taxco SA, Hecho en Mexico, and 925. Also has style number 40.
Measures 6 1/4" around the inside and 2 3/4" long at the front. Better for a smaller wrist although I think it was made to stay in place and not spin around. Clasp snaps securely. There is a safety catch for extra security.
Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish...
An abstract sterling silver pendant made of thick lightly hammered twisted wire by NYC studio jeweler, Henry Steig.
The pendant measures 2 1/2" long including the bale and 1 1/2" across. Currently suspended from a black silky cord but would look great on a thick chain or neck ring. Has a large bale so would accommodate either.
Signed on the underside of the pendant with Steig Sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Layered for an interesting 3D effect...
A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant with 2 pink stones, (maybe rhodochrosite?) with the original chain in a brutalist design.
Pendant measures 2 1/4" long with the 2 bales and 7/8" across. Marked engla and 925S on the back of the pendant, and the mark IBH which may be for Illums Bolighus, a high end store in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The chain measures about 24" long and has a secure spring ring closure. It is marked 925S and IBH on the ring attaching it to the chain...
Ca 1940 Here is another early bracelet and necklace with hematite stones created by Laurence Foss, a designer at Georg Jensen. The stones are in perfect condition and the silver has a lovely patina. Both the necklace and bracelet are marked with the Foss stamp Sterling. The bracelet is also marked 416A while the necklace, 416-1/2. The bracelet measures 7" x 3/4"and weighs 25.5 grams; the necklace is 15-1/2" including hook and weighs 33grams.
A lovely collector's piece.
A vintage sterling silver double bangle bracelet by Rey Urban for Å Fausing, Denmark. Two curved bangles that meet at opposite sides.
Measures 2 5/8" across the inside and 7/8" at the widest. Also measures about 8 1/4" around the inner circumference. Slips on my average sized wrist easily.
Marked with Å Fausing, 925, Sterling, Denmark, script Rey Urban signature and 7 for the design number.
Nice weight and quality. Fine condition with minor surface scratches...
This unusual sterling silver ring was designed by Frank Patania Sr. in the 1950's. The ring size is a 7 1/2. It measures 1 3/8" tall X 3/4" & is in excellent condition with a warm, aged patina. The beautiful turquoise stone is bezel set. Patania hallmarks are FP, STERLING, & the THUNDERBIRD Shop logo.
Made in 1978, this vintage English sterling silver ring epitomizes the timeless appeal of Wedgwood jasper "cameo" rings. Wedgwood jasperware cut across genre divides and come in several colors but this darker blue (along with black) is my favorite of all. Hailing from Greece, I appreciate the Greek Revival figural applique as well as the sweet serenity the image of mother-and-child imparts...
The epitome of minimalism - there is nowhere further in subtraction to go from here - this modernist sterling silver collar necklace bears the signature of the Los Ballesteros workshop and was made in Taxco, Mexico in the 1960s-70s. Shaped in order to wrap itself around the neck and rest lightly right below the Adam's apple, its width is at its maximum at center front and then tapers gently toward the two ends in the back of the neck...
These cufflinks produced by Antonio Pineda are elegant and very classy. Obsidian and silver cylinders side by side measure 15/16" x 5/8". T-backs are tight and snappy. Signed and hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown, 970, and the eagle assay 17. Weight is 21.2 grams. In excellent vintage condition.
Very similar to one of Antonio Pineda's designs, this modernist sterling silver and amethyst bracelet is signed by a listed yet still unidentified early Taxco maestro. Formed by a series of truncated pyramidal links this is a substantial piece that holds its shape almost like a hinged bangle rather than a loosely articulated bracelet. The design's austere geometry is mediated by the rich color and soft curves of the amethyst cabs set in generously wide, raised bezels...
Vivianna Torun sterling and rutilated quartz dew drop necklace
Mid 20th century
The torque neck piece should fit a 16 1/2" neck
The rutilated quartz drop measures 3" long while the stone itself is 1 3/4" x 1 1/4" wide at its widest point
Weight - 60 grams
Each element is marked Torun and Georg Jensen
This necklace is in excellent condition, the stone is a nice size with substantial rutile
Torun - Winner of the prestigious Lunning prize ...
One of the oldest and definitely one of the very few original workshops that are still in operation in Taxco, the Los Ballesteros taller created some of the best "mask" jewelry in the story of Mexico's 20th c. Silver Renaissance...
A choice of two modernist rings by Lapponia in sterling silver, designed by Björn Weckström is available. May purchase individually or as a pair.
The first ring has a lightly textured surface as seen in the Space series. This ring is a size 6.5-7. May be able to adjust slightly due to the open nature of the design. The band measures 3/8" wide. It is in fine condition with minor surface wear.
The second ring is in a folded design with a textured surface. Measures about 7-7 1/2. I...
Relo design modernist sterling silver hinged bracelet watch
Germany
1970
Mechanical wind-up watch in working order
This elegant and high-quality cuff is made of heavy and solid sterling silver weighing a substantial 117 grams
Interior circumference - 7"
Face measures 1 5/8" tall
Safety clasps help secure the fit
Marked Relo, 925, Relo Design
Excellent condition
Two modernist brooches by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulta of Finland are available. You may purchase them individually or as a pair.
The first one is a three dimensional sterling silver brooch in what looks like a pair of smiling lips. This brooch measures 2 3/8" across and 1/2" high. Fine condition, has minor tarnish.
The second brooch is round and three dimensional with a cut out center and an etched detail. Measures 1 1/2" in diameter. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish...
A choice of two Georg Jensen brooches is available. May be purchased individually or as a pair.
The first one is an early sterling silver repousse brooch, #31 in a classic floral design. Measures about 1" long and 3/4" wide. Marked for Georg Jensen with the early GJ in a square, (used from 1933-44), 925, Sterling, Denmark, and style #31.
Has an earlier style trombone clasp that holds securely. Fine condition with some minor surface scratches and some tarnish.
The other brooch d...
This early Antonio Pineda bracelet is quite rare and all out spectacular.
His "Silver By Tono" hallmark dates 1948-1953.
Eight teardrop amethyst cabs in almost pure silver panels which alternate up and down, each separated by four silver balls. Pin closure.
Weight is 98.9 grams.
Measures 8" end to end, width 1 1/4". Closed, wearable length is 6 3/4".
Signed and hallmarked "Silver By Tono Mexico".
In excellent vintage condition.
Two brooches by Ed Levin are available. May be purchased individually or as a pair.
The first one is a modernist sterling silver brooch in a figure eight design with a coral and pearl bead. Measures 1 5/8" long and 1/2" wide. Marked LEVIN and Sterling. This is an earlier mark. Mid 20th Century. Fine condition. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely.
The second brooch is a sterling swirl. Measures 1 5/8" across and 1 5/8" high. Has a secure rollover clasp. Signed © Ed Levin Ste...
Fantastic late 1960s – 1970s, I believe based on style, modernist sterling silver and ribbon long cascading circles collar necklace signed by Niels Erik From of Denmark. Scandinavian jewelry is one of my favorite genres – I love the slick, innovative design, the bold minimalism and the “honesty” of materials used so I am always on the look out for good examples. The collar necklace at hand is a stunning creation with its four sets of tangent circles cascading down the collar bone, hangin...
A stunning vintage Mexican bracelet in sterling silver (or better) by Fred Davis in his classic Chevron design. Featured in "Mexican Silver", by Morrill and Berk on page 27.
Measures approximately 7" long and 1 1/8" wide. In very nice condition, has some minor scratches and a little tarnish. Marked with the conjoined FD of the maker and Silver Mexico.
Has a box clasp that snaps securely and a safety chain. Great detail on the clasp.
Pre Eagle, (Pre 1948). Looks great on!
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. Pictured on s...
A vintage modernist brooch with a thick etched sterling rhombus over another open layer by Anna Greta Eker for Norway Designs Studio Plus. Haven't found another example of this brooch.
Measures 2 3/4" long and 2" high. Has a rollover clasp that closes securely. Marked with the stylized ND for Norway Designs Plus Studio, 925S, and A G EKER in script.
Has a little tarnish and some scratches. Some may be able to be buffed out but not where the etching is. Weighs a substantial 28 gr.
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An attractive 'Rasle' silver ring mounted with 6 small rings in loops on the top, Skåne, Sweden 16th.-17th. century!
Size: 20-21 mm. wide (inner diameter).
A "Skånsk rasle ring" is a type of traditional silver ring from the Skåne region of Sweden. It is characterized by its unique design, which features a rattling mechanism, typically made of small silver balls or beads, that is enclosed within the ring. The rattling sound is said to bring good luck and protect the weare...
This Fred Davis bracelet pulls out all the stops. It's a magnificent piece with six huge amethysts and a sleek silver design with opposing "V's". The stones are gorgeous, with quartz marbling and natural inclusions. Stones measure approx 1" x 11/16", with a depth/height of 3/8".
Closed, wearable length is 6 7/8". Width is 1".
Weight is 72.5 grams.
Signed and hallmarked with a conjoined FD, Silver Mexico, and the eagle assay 22.
In excellent vintage condition. Circa mid-century.
Two vintage modernist sterling silver pieces by Erik Granit, an early geometric
brooch and/or a pendant with a central crystal. Made in Finland.
May purchase individually or as a pair.
The geometric brooch is marked with the conjoined EG logo, Crown, and 813H for the silver content. The hallmarks are small and on top of the 'C' clasp. It measures 1 1/2" in diameter. It is not flat, it slopes up towards the center like a mini volcano. The clasp holds securely. Warm patina, with mino...
The SPRATLING DE MEXICO hallmarks suggest that Spratling designed this intricately constructed silver & chrysocolla mosaic brooch in 1949-50. This was shortly after his Alaskan design period.
In beautiful condition, the pin measures 4 1/3" long & weighs 38 grams. The pin back & safety are tight & secure. This design is pictured on p. 40 of WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill. The design is also shown on Phyllis Goddards' spratlingsilver.com and in her book SPR...
An early Skonvirke 826 silver brooch with a moth motif. Signed on the back with what looks like stylized HKC in a shield and 826 S for the silver standard. Most probably from Denmark. 826 was the silver standard used in Denmark at the time.
Measures 1" in diameter. Has an older 'C' clasp which holds securely. May have had a repair to the hinge at some point.
Fine condition, warm patina. Wonderfully crafted. Classic Arts and Crafts design.
A rare, modernist pendant necklace in 830 silver designed by Jorma Laine for Kultateollisuus Ky of Turku Finland.
Has four dangling stylized apples. It measures 2 7/8" long and 1 7/8" at the widest. Original chain measures 23" long and has a secure spring clasp. Pendant is marked 830S for the Finnish silver standard, and Finland. Chain is marked 830S.
This design has been documented as a Jorma Laine design and produced by Kultateollisuus Ky. Jorma Laine also designed for Turun Ho...
An abstract sterling silver brooch with applied silver wire and a bezel set faceted carnelian stone by NYC studio artist, Ed Wiener.
Measures 2 1/4" long and 3/4" at the widest. Signed Ed. Wiener Sterling. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. There is some minor tarnish and surface scratches.
Fine example of Mid Century Modernist studio jewelry.
Very evocative of the Arts and Crafts style but most probably made in the 1940s, this elegant sterling silver ring is adorned with a pearlescent purple moonglow lucite “stone”. This type of luxurious plastic was very popular in the 1940s and extensively used in the world of costume jewelry so I think it’s an exciting surprise to find a sterling ring set with it. Please note the detail in the layers of leaves that form the shoulders, the tiny lozenges and linear designs enhancing the bezel....
Your choice of two vintage modernist sterling silver pendants by Valo-Koru, produced in the early 1970s. Made in Finland. Valo-Koru was started in 1969 with Jorma Valo, Hannu Ikonen and Juhani Valo as principal designers. Inspired by nature.
These pendants may be purchased separately or as a pair.
The pendant with the three dangles is marked with the sun logo, 925H, town mark for Turku and S7 for 1971. It measures a little over 3" tall including the bale and a little over 2 1/2" acro...
Magnificent handmade sterling cuff with precise fine line chiseling by Navajo Sam Roanhorse (1916-1988).
He was the brother of Ambrose Roanhorse, who he studied with, and also worked for the White Hogan Shop from 1951-52. His work is rare to find and highly collectible. This cuff measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening. Weighing 89 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. An exquisite piece of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.
An early sterling silver pendant or brooch by Francisco Rebajes with a large silver wire wrapped polished brown translucent agate and a sterling 'pearl'.
Marked Sterling and with the stylized Rebajes on the back. Measures 3 1/2" long and 2 3/8" at the widest. Currently suspended from a black cord but would look great on a silver chain or neck ring. Has a very large bale.
This pendant was also a brooch originally but the pin is missing. The roll over part of the catch is missing. This ...
Expertly crafted vintage cast 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. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is 1 3/4" wide in the front, 1/2" at the terminals and weighs 74 grams. It is h...
Beautiful vintage sterling earrings with tear drop shaped, bezel set, deep red coral. These have clip backs and hold secure on the ears. Lovely floral design with silver drops between the stones and twisted wire around the center stone. They measure 1" by 1" and weigh 13 grams total. Fine original condition and signed Phyllis as shown. Excellent color!
Lovely sterling flower motif pin with center chrysoprase stone by Georg Jensen Denmark. This pin measures 1 1/4" by 1 1/4" and weighs 9 grams. It bears the Georg Jensen mark that dates 1915-30. Vibrant green stone, free of chips or cracks. Signed as shown.
A wonderful early Jensen pin.
A well crafted sterling silver cuff bracelet with a prong set faceted sapphire jewel. Heavy sterling abstract design. It could be some sort of creature with a sapphire eye, but not sure.
Hand wrought sterling with a thick overlay. Slightly tapered at the ends.
Measures 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/2". Measures 3/4" at the widest. Can be adjusted slightly.
Marked Sterling multiple times on the inside. Weighs 33 grams.
Fine condition with minor scuffs and a litt...
A pair of sterling silver modernist rings by the mid century jeweler Ella Cone, who had The Silversmiths' shop in Boston. May purchase individually or as a pair.
The wrap ring measures about 6 1/2 and is adjustable due to the nature of the design. Has a bezel set green agate or pale jade stone. Marked on the inside with the cipher of the artist, xTo and 925. Flares out, can be worn with the stone section up or down. Front measures 7/8" long. Has some tarnish and nicks along the edges....
A vintage sterling silver necklace or collar by American Modernist jeweler, Ronald Hayes Pearson. Made up of three connected graduated neck rings with hammered texture. They are curved so lay nicely on the collar bone. Connected on each side by a small ring.
Measures about 12" around the inside of the smallest one with an opening of 1 1/2". Can be adjusted. Can be stretched open a little to put on.
Signed Pearson at one end and Sterling on the other.
In very nice condition with mi...
Long antique guard chains have been very popular in the last couple of years and I am very happy to have come upon this stunning solid silver example. This is not your ordinary guard chain, as you can see. All its links are hand-cut and chased, each featuring a beautiful forget-my-not flower and even the connectors are embellished with tiny little bead appliques. Exquisite and romantic, it can be comfotablyd worn double up, holding your favorite bauble as it comes with its original dog clip, or ...
An interesting pair of Sterling Silver artist made dangle clip earrings with 18K gold detailing. There are alternating cubes of sterling and flag shaped dangles. The dangles have 18K gold on the front.
Measure 1 7/8" long and 7/8" at the widest. Clips hold securely. Marked Sterling and 18K on the back of dangles. Also signed by the artist with what looks like 'Ruth Goodman'. The back of the clips are signed sterling.
Lots of movement when worn. Nice contrast between the sterling...
From his third design period, this design is shown on the Spratling Silver website. Described as "round urns with three feet of silver and obsidian". These are collector quality, and this design is very seldom seen. They are very comfortable to wear, have beautiful movement, and look fabulous on.
Measures 1 3/8" tall with a width of 11/16".
Weight is 16.6 grams.
Signed and hallmarked with the WS Script Square "WS William Spratling .925 Taxco Mexico" and the eagle assay 30. Hallmark...
A modernist cast sterling silver brooch with a pearl by noted Mid Century silversmith Christian Schmidt, (1926-1974). Signed with his stylized 'S' hallmark and Sterling.
Measures 2" across and 7/8" high. Has a three dimensional curved design. Has a pearl perched at the end of the bottom curved piece. Interesting contrast of dark textured patina on the sides and polished surfaces on the top.
Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Rollover clasp holds securely.
Fine...
A vintage modernist brooch, #368 designed by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. Marked on the back Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, 925S, Denmark, and style number 368.
Measures about 1 3/4"square. Three dimensional. Rollover clasp holds securely. Has minor surface scratches.
Interesting contrast between the layers of sterling.
Fine example of Henning Koppels' modernist designs for Georg Jensen.
A vintage modernist pair of sterling silver earrings by Antonio Pineda, Taxco with onyx cabochons in the well known 'Comma' design.
Measure 3/4" at the widest and 1 1/4" high. One earring is marked with the Antonio crown and Silver. The other is marked 970, Eagle 17, and Hecho en Mexico. Screw backs hold securely.
These earrings have some very minor dings to the edges, surface scratches and some tarnish. The stones are in excellent condition.
Well crafted, classic Pineda desi...
A sterling silver modernist link bracelet consisting of five rectangular links, each with a distinct geometric overlay. Has oxidized areas for an interesting effect.
Measures 7 1/4" long and 3/4" at the widest. Marked Handwrought Sterling.
Hook closure holds securely. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches.
Well executed design.
Francisco Rebajes sterling silver clip back earrings
Mid 20th century
1 1/2" x 3/4"
Weight - 11 grams
Marked Rebajes, sterling
Very good condition
Dynamic sterling silver cuff bracelet featuring abstract figural forms
Israel
Mid 20th century
Inner circumference measures 6 1/4" plus a rear gap of 1 1/2"
This statement bracelet stands 1 5/8" inches at its tallest, tapering down to 3/4" at its end points
Weight - 46 grams
Crafted very much in the manner of the renowned Israeli sculpture and artisan Aharon Bezalel if not his work
Marked Israel, sterling, 925, and Hebrew letters.
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Bengt Liljedahl modernist sterling silver flora form ring
Sweden
1960s
Size 5 1/2
Weight - 13 grams
Front - 1 1/2" across
Marked Liljedahl, Sweden, sterling with additional hallmarks
Excellent condition
Sterling silver bracelet
Designer - Gertrude Engel
Company - Anton Michelsen
Denmark
Mid 20th century
7" x 1 1/4"
Weight - 44 grams
Markings - AM trademark, sterling, Denmark, Engel cypher
Excellent condition
Bill Tendler modernist sterling silver bracelet with black oxidized center band
Mid 20th century
American
Interior circumference 5 3/4" plus a rear gap of 1 1/2" inches
1 3/8" tall
Weight - 50 grams
Marked TENDLER, sterling
Excellent condition
Miguel Melendez sterling silver and faceted amethyst brooch and earring set
Mid 20th century
Taxco, Mexico
This solid and well-crafted set weighs a total of 30 grams
Brooch - 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Earrings - 1" x 1 1/2"
Melendez apprenticed in William Spratling's studio in the 1940s before working at Los Castillo and later branching out on his own
Marked M in a circle, Taxco
Excellent condition
A nicely cast sterling silver band of nautilus shells surrounds an oval, semi-translucent piece of gorgeous carnelian in this Arts and Crafts brooch presented here. I have had this piece for a little while and was reluctant to part with it because of its tactile beauty, its warm patina and the color of the stone that brings to mind warm, aromatic caramel. I am assuming this is a native, US-made brooch because it is simply marked for metal quality and I suspect it is a studio-made pin. I just wis...
A detailed modernist bracelet in silver plated pewter by the noted Canadian jeweler, Robert Larin.
Measures 7" long and 1 3/8" wide. Box clasp snaps securely. Weighs 129 gr. Heavy and substantial. Has the R. Larin maker's mark and R.L. multiple times on the inside.
Interesting contrast of polished and oxidized surfaces.
Fine example of Canadian brutalist design.
A vintage modernist sterling silver ring from Finland by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa Oy. Wave design. Thick, solid silver. Measures almost 1 1/4" across the top.
Marked for Auran Kultaseppa Oy, Finland silver standard, 925, Town mark for Turku, and U7 for 1973 on the bottom of one edge. Also marked with the maker's mark and Finland on the opposite side. About a size 6.5.
In very nice condition with minor surface scratches and some tiny nicks along the edges. Feels great on, you k...
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. In an era of months-long travel and extended warfare, the Mizpah became a tangible reminder of being loved and protected fro...
An Arts and Crafts sterling silver pendant necklace with a bezel set dark blue cabochon, (maybe Sodalite). Marked Sterling on the back of the pendant.
The pendant measures 1 1/2" long and 1" across. Chain is 16" long. Has a secure spring closure marked 925 for Sterling.
Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.
Classic Arts and Crafts design. Lots of detail. Fine example.
Unusual and elegant vintage thin sterling cuff with bone shaped segments by the Mexican silver workshop Los Ballesteros. This bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening. It is about 1/8" wide and weighs 26 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Looks great alone or can easily blend and be stacked with other Mexican, Native American, Scandinavian or Modernist pieces.
Matching the brooch of the same design that it also available here (you can see the two pieces together in one of the photos here) this Los Castillo Mexican silver and copper ring is a rather rare find and I am happy to have come upon it. Weaving together the two metals in a chevron / arrow pattern, it is additionally embellished with tiny little sterling beads and has a visually interesting shank as well. And even though it seems to have left the workshop without having been stamped with the pr...
