Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Scandinavian (159)

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...

A whimsical brooch in a fish shape designed by the Swedish Modernist Jeweler, Birger Haglund.

Marked STE for the maker, Town Mark for Stockholm, National Mark, Silver Standard, and date code for 1977. Also signed Birger H for Birger Haglund.

Measures about 1 1/2" long and 1" at the widest. Has a bezel set red stone, probably a garnet. Curved for an interesting effect. Rollover safety clasp holds securely. In very nice condition.

Fine MCM design.

A sleek modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet with a side opening by Swedish silversmith Alton, designed by Per Davik. Measures approximately 6 1/2" around with an opening of 1". Can be adjusted. Measures 1 5/8" at the wider end. Marked Alton, F for the city mark, Swedish silver standard, A10, (date code for 1975), Sterling 925, and Designed by Per Davik. Thick sterling. Warm patina, minor scuffs, fine condition.

A modernist bracelet, 'Zelda' by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia in sterling silver. This is part of his Space Series.

Marked with the Lapponia Hallmark, 925, Finnish silver standard mark, date code for 1977, and scales mark. Also marked with three tiny import marks on the edge.

Measures 7" long and 1" across. Has a ball and socket toggle closure that holds securely. Light texture for an interesting effect. Surface shows some minor scratches and a little wear...

A vintage modernist sterling silver textured pendant with a contrasting polished surface by the well known Danish silversmith Jane Wiberg.

The pendant measures almost 2" across and 1 7/8" high. Marked Sterling, 353 and Jane Wiberg. Marked Jane and Finn on the large bale which is hidden behind the pendant. The brooch is 3 dimensional and is almost half of a sphere. The two textured areas curve in for contrast...

A vintage modernist heavy sterling silver pendant with a large bezel set faceted rock crystal by the well known Swedish silversmith Ove Urban Bohlin, OUB.

The pendant measures 2 5/8" long including the bale and 1 3/4" across. Marked OUB, Swedish standard mark, U9 for 1970 and a script signature.

Beautifully crafted with light hammering.

Paired with a sterling neck ring with a hook closure marked 925. Neck ring measures about 17" around...

A vintage modernist sterling silver heavy chain choker necklace designed by Marianne Berg for UNI David Andersen, Norway.

Measures 15 3/4" long. Thick sterling, very substantial. Signed UNI D-A 925S M. B.

This necklace came with another UNI D-A necklace that was also marked Hand Made. This necklace is made the same way, but is missing the Hand Made stamp.

In very nice condition, has just a little tarnish and minor surface scratches. Circa 1970s. Hook closure holds securely...

A vintage sterling silver bracelet with 6 linked domes and floral swirls made in Denmark. Signed with JA in a shield, Sterling and Denmark.

Measures about 7 3/4" long and almost 1" wide. Has a wide hook clasp that holds securely.

Has a warm patina and some minor surface scratches.

Very well crafted. Fine example of Scandinavian silver jewelry.

A vintage modernist sterling silver necklace and matching bracelet by Danish silversmith, Arne Johansen with a paisley design. Pieces can be purchased individually or as a set.

Necklace measures 15 3/4' long and 1/2" wide. Has a secure spring clasp. An extender could be added to the back if a longer length is preferred.

The bracelet measures 7 3/4" long and about 1/2" wide. It also has a secure spring clasp.

Both pieces are signed AJ, Sterling, and Denmark...

A three dimensional 916 silver brooch in an Arts and Crafts design by Holger Lindstrom, (1937-1968), Helsinki Finland. Has a concave oxidized center and four pointed onyx bezel set cabochons. There are textured recessed areas around each stone for an interesting contrast.

This hand crafted brooch measures 1 5/8" in diameter and about 3/8" high.

Marked with HGL for the maker, 916H for the silver content, boat for Helsinki and L7 for 1964.

Has an earlier style 'C' clasp which hold...

A stand out modernist sterling silver Neck Ring from Finland designed by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa, Oy. He was the head jewelry designer for the company from 1971-89 and had won many prestigious awards.

Marked on the back for Kultaseppa, Finland silver standard, 925H, Town mark for Turku, and T7 for the date code 1972.

Measures 12" around with an opening of 2 3/4". Meant to sit on the collar bone. Measures 1 1/4" wide at the ends.

In very nice condition with minor surfac...

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 vintage, modernist sterling silver ring designed by Pentti Sarpaneva for Turun Hopea Oy of Finland.

Design measures 5/8" high and 5/8" across. Ring measures about a 7 and can be adjusted up or down.

Marked with the intertwined TH for Turun Hopea, Crown mark for Finland, 830 for silver standard, Town Mark for Turku and date code U7 for 1973.

Solid and in fine condition. Has some scratches to the band. Great bold design.

A vintage modernist 830 silver brooch and/or pendant by the noted silversmith from Norway, H.C. Østrem whose work is signed OXO. Can be worn off the chain as a brooch or on the chain as a pendant.

Made of 830 silver, which was widely used as a silver standard in Scandinavian countries, in a three dimensional design, this brooch or pendant measures 2" across and 3" high. Has what appears to be the original chain. The pendant has three dangles for lots of movement. Has a rollover clasp that ho...

A sterling silver heavy, modernist pendant in a brutalist style possibly designed by Henning Koppel for the Danish silversmith, Niels Erik (NE) From. Have not been able to find any other designer with HK hallmark.

This unusual pendant is made from rough oxidized and smooth polished layers of sterling. Has a large bale so would accommodate a thicker chain or neck ring. Currently strung on a black leather cord.

Marked with the stylized conjoined HK, From and 925S on the back.

Pendant meas...

An amazing modernist sterling silver ring with an abstract figural design signed with what looks like JPC, Iceland and 925S. Measures about a size 7- 7.5. The top sits 1/2" high and measures about 7/8" across and 1 3/8" long. Has an interesting hammered texture. Really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A wonderfully constructed heavy brooch and matching clip earrings by Bent Knudsen, Denmark. Streamlined curves, thick sterling, very Mid Century. Marked Handmade, Sterling, Denmark, Bent K, and Style #2 on the back of each piece. Brooch measures 2 3/4" long and almost 3/4" across. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Earrings measure 1 1/4" long and 1/2" at the widest. Clips hold tightly. Fine condition, minor surface scratches. Can individually purchase the brooch for $275, Earrings for $...

A vintage long pendant with a thick hammered sterling horseshoe and an art glass or purple striated stone jewel by Anna Greta Eker for Norway Designs Studio Plus.

The pendant measures 2 1/2" long and 1 5/8" across. Each side of the attached chain measures 11 1/2" long for a total of 24". Has a spring clasp marked sterling that closes securely. Marked with the stylized ND for Norway Designs Plus Studio, Sterling, 925S, and Norway. Has a little tarnish.

This pendant is surprisingly quite...