Catalog: Sold Items: Estate Jewelry: Silver (405)

One of a kind, electrifying, arresting cuff with 24k yellow gold, oxidized silver , white diamonds and rutilated quartz by master craftsman and artist Peter Schmid who owns the Atelier Zobel in Konstance, Germany. This bracelet measures 5 1/4” around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2” opening. It is 1 3/4” wide at the stone front and tapers to 1 1/2” at the terminals. The beautiful rutilated quartz cabachon measures 1 1/4” by 1”...

A monumental, over the top exquisite sterling and azurite cuff bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. The six saw tooth bezel set azurite stones are set on top of a row of silver scrolls alternating with large and small silver balls, the bracelet then finished in a frame of plain silver. It measures 6" around in the inside with an additional 1" opening. It is 2 3/8" wide and weighs a hefty 118 grams. This bracelet is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed as shown...

Rare vintage hand wrought 1930's Art Deco silver, amethyst and green hardstone necklace, bracelet, and brooch suite designed & signed by Mexico artist Frederick W. Davis (1880-1961). The pieces are comprised of alternating links of cushion shaped cabochon amethysts and pyramidal shaped green hardstones. These are gorgeous deep, dark purple amethysts and striking, bold green hardstones...

This is a spectacular sterling and green stone necklace and bracelet by Felipe Martinez. His workshop , Piedra Y Plata, opened in 1950, was considered by his peers to be one of the best silver shops in Taxco. His stone setting skills were stellar and the stones he used were always of exceptional quality as exemplified by this set. The necklace measures 15 1/2" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 140 grams. The bracelet measures 7" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 71 grams...

Very rare and highly collectible "Bubbles" cuff designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. circa 1980. Using the inlaid mixed metal art of Damascene, the bracelet is comprised of gold, silver and iron. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 3/4" wide and weighs 26 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A truly amazing piece.

A big, bold, magnificent sterling and spider webbed turquoise bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. The 7 saw tooth bezel set turquoise pop as the center focus of the cuff. Measuring 5 1/2" end to end plus an additional 1 1/2" opening, it is 2" wide and weighs an impressive 110 grams. There are no chips or cracks to the stones. The bracelet is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Frank Patania Sr. came to Santa Fe, N.M. from Italy and opened The Thunderbird Shop in 1927...

Beautiful sterling concha belt by Frank Patania Sr. There are 7 stamped and chiseled oval conchas each measuring 3 1/8" by 2 1/2" and a stunning rectangular repousse buckle with chiseling , matching that on the conchas, measuring 4" by 3 1/8". On the reverse, the loops that hold the conchas and buckle are made of copper. The brown leather belt itself is 39" end to end and 1" wide...

Fantastic, ultra rare, vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling bracelet no. 139 designed by Astrid Fog. In 1969, Astrid Fog( 1911-1993) released her first jewelry collection for Georg Jensen. This bracelet is from that time period. Her jewelry is noted for its modernist designs of simple, large, bold geometric shapes. This bracelet is composed of 7 trapezoid shaped hollow links. Measuring 6 3/4" end to end and 1 1/8" wide, it weighs 113 grams and sits 1" high off the wrist...

A stunning, magnificently crafted, sterling and natural Morenci turquoise necklace c. 1950, by Frank Patania Sr. (1899-1964). Born in Italy, this silversmith came to the U.S...

A rarely seen vintage Antonio Pineda bracelet with trapezoid shaped 970 links each having a round amethyst ball. It measures 7" end to end and is 1" wide. Weighing 116 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the amethysts and an intact safety chain. Signed as shown. A must have bracelet for the Antonio collector.

Fabulous mid-century modern design in this 970 silver and aventurine necklace by Antonio Pineda. I am offering the matching bracelet to this necklace in a separate listing. Measuring approximately 16" end to end ( it is curved in the center so hard to be exact ) it is 1" wide at the front geometric shaped links and weighs 126 grams. It is in beautiful original condition. There are no chips or cracks to the gorgeous green aventurine stones. Signed as shown. This necklace is featured on page 140 ...

A beautiful and unusual silver overlay bracelet with a textured background by Frank Patania Sr. A wonderful modern design, this bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening. It is 2 1/2" wide and weighs 120 grams. In fine original condition, it is hallmarked as shown. A brilliant and rare piece.

A stunning sterling and jelly opals necklace by San Miguel de Allende, Mexico artist Carmen Beckmann who was active from c.1955. This magnificent piece features 27 colorful,vibrant jelly opals placed intricately between silver balls all framed in graduated sized silver rectangular links. The stone backs are open so the light can reflect the gorgeous colors of the opals. Measuring 16 1/2" long, it is 1/2" wide at the center rectangle. It is in fine original condition,no chips or cracks to the sto...

Outstanding sterling and high grade turquoise necklace from Frank Patania Sr.'s Thunderbird Shop. The five silver plaques each have triangular shaped stones set in plain bezels that are surrounded by silver twisted wire. The center plaque is the largest and measures 2 1/8" by 1 1/2". The stone in this plaque measures 1 " by 3/4". The full necklace is 15" end to end but could be made to hang longer with an extender if so chosen. Weighing 104 grams, it is in fine original condition. The vibrant s...

Rare original vintage sterling necklace designed by Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel for Georg Jensen Denmark c.1954. Each link is a double disc and the seamless closure provides a continuous look on the neck. It is design no. 124 and measures 16 1/2" end to end and is 1/2" wide. Weighing 135 grams it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Gorgeous in every way. A true find for any Jensen collector.

Vintage Antonio Pineda 970 silver and aventurine bracelet. Sculptural geometric shaped links alternate facing up and down, each having an aventurine ball shaped stone suspended from the center. This is the matching bracelet to the necklace I am offering in a separate listing. Measuring 6 3/4" around in the inside when the bracelet is closed, it is 1" wide and weighs 120 grams. It is in fine original condition with intact safety chain and secure closing push in clasp. There are no chips or cracks...

Elegant sterling torque with large central smokey quartz detachable pendant designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube for Georg Jensen Denmark in the 70's. It should fit up to a 16-17"neck and the pendant hangs 2 1/2" suspended from the neck ring. The stone measures 1 1/2" by 1 1/2" and is free of chips or cracks. Both pieces are in fine original condition and signed and numbered as shown. A true masterpiece.

This is a magnificent sterling and Bisbee turquoise necklace and earrings set. The necklace is 17 1/2" end to end and the center dangling arrow shaped piece measures 3" long and 2" at the widest point. Each arrow from the center graduates smaller with the smallest measuring 1 1/4" long and 7/8" wide. The necklace weighs 115 grams. The earrings are screwbacks measuring 2 1/2" long and 1 1/8" wide. They weigh 19 grams.Both pieces are in fine original condition. The stones are spectacular and free ...