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A vintage sterling silver modernist ring by Hans Sten and Karl Laine from Sten and Laine in Finland. Reminds us of an abstract spiderweb. Measures about a size 7 but is adjustble. Top measures 1 1/8" wide and 1 1/4" high. Marked with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, 925H for sterling, Town mark for Turku and T7 for 1972. Very nice condition. Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A vintage sterling silver necklace and matching screw back earrings in the style of Kalo. Necklace measures 16" long and closes with a secure hook. Earrings measure 5/8" across and are marked sterling. Screw backs hold securely. Very detailed work. Lovely example in an arts and crafts classic design.

An unusual modernist sterling silver ring with coiled silver wires by the firm Jens Peter Clausen Guðjónsson of Iceland. Signed JENS 925S, Hand Made and Iceland. Measures about a size 7. The top sits 5/8" high and measures about 1 1/4" across. Has a brutalist, asymmetrical feel. There is a small fracture on the bottom that looks original. This design really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A vintage hand wrought Modernist sterling pendant and neck ring with a large turquoise stone. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long including the bale and 1 3/4" across. Marked sterling on the back. Neck ring measures about 15" around. Hook closure holds securely. Neck ring is also marked sterling. Both pieces have a dark patina. Pendant would also look great on a thick chain. Wonderfully crafted and fine quality.

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring with orbs of various sizes designed by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulta Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek Mid Century Modern design.

The top design measures 3/4" across, 3/4" wide and about 1/2" high. Measures about a size 7 but is adjustable due to the open shank design.

In very nice condition with minor tarnish and some minor surface scratches. Thick sterling.

Marked with the Anvil for the maker, Finland and 925S.

Fine example of ...

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring with two orbs surrounded by multiple ribbons by Elis Kauppi's studio Kupittaan Kulta Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek Mid Century Modern design.

Measures about a size 7.5 but may be able to be resized without affecting the hallmarks because they are on the side.

In very nice condition with minor tarnish, tiny nicks along the edge of the band and some minor surface scratches.

Marked with the Anvil, Finland and 925S. Also marked NB for Nina Breedal, a Br...

A organic, sterling silver modernist ring by Henry Steig.

Measures about a size 7. Almost 1/2" high. Marked Sterling Steig on the inside. Reminds us of flattened chain.

Fine example of his work.

A mid century modernist sterling silver pendant or brooch in the style of Paul Lobel.

Pendant measures 2 1/4" long and 7/8" at the widest. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Has a large bale so will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring.

We have paired it with a sterling silver neck ring marked Mexico, 925, TC-188. Measures 16 1/2" around and closes securely with a hook clasp.

Pendant is well constructed of thick sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little t...

A wonderful vintage bracelet and matching pair of screw back earrings from Taxco by Victoria ~ Ana Maria Nunez de Brilanti in her 'Double Shadowbox Angel' design.

The bracelet measures 7 3/4" long by 1 1/8" wide. It closes by inserting a pin through interlocking cylinders. The bracelet is marked on the back Victoria, Taxco, Mexico, Sterling, and Style #53. This is the heavier and wider version of the bracelet.

Earrings drop down about 1". They measure 3/4" across. One earring is marke...

Three pieces of modernist sterling jewelry by noted Vermont jeweler, Luella C. Schroeder, (1918-2004), who worked at the Cranbrook Institute before going off on her own to open a jewelry studio are available. They may be purchased individually or in any combination.

The first item is a sterling silver modernist brooch with a layer of three stylized fish on a contrasting darkened silver background. Measures 2 1/4" long and almost an inch across. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds secur...

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring by Tone Vigeland for Norway Designs Studio Plus from the 1960s. Made from one continuous piece of sterling silver with a flattened ribbed texture at each end.

Marked with ND, TV, +, Sterling 925S, and Norway.

Currently about a size 8, but can be adjusted a little. In nice condition with minor nicks and surface scratches.

A fine example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A pair of vintage sterling silver 'SLING' ear cuffs or earrings by Tone Vigeland for Norway Designs Plus workshop. Meant to be worn around the ear without the need for piercing. Designed in 1958.

Measure 1 3/8" across and 1 7/8" high.

Marked with the ND and the Plus sign for Norway Designs Plus, conjoined TV for Tone Vigeland, Sterling, and 925S.

Fine condition minor surface scratches and tarnish.

Iconic design.

Two pair of vintage Mexican Sterling Silver screw back earrings by Sigi Pineda in modernist designs. May be purchased together or as two separate pairs.

One pair has a polished layer of sterling intertwined with an textured layer for an interesting contrast. Measure 1 1/4" long and 3/4" across. Marked Sigi Tasco, and Eagle #36. There are some more markings which are under the screw back and can't be read. In fine condition with some minor tarnish. $125.

The second pair has onyx cab...

A vintage modernist pendant and neck ring by B. Poulsen, Denmark. Streamlined curves, thick sterling, very Mid Century.

Marked Sterling, and B. Poulsen on the back of the pendant. Measures 2" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. Neck ring measures about 16" around and has a secure double hook closure marked 925S.

Fine condition, minor surface scratches.

Clean, MCM design.

A fun pair of screw back earrings and a matching pendant necklace by Casa Maya with growling dogs in brass and copper with green enamel.

May be purchased individually or as a set.

The large pendant measures 2 7/8" long with the bale and 2" across. It has the original chain with alternating brass and copper links. The chain measures 17" long and has a secure hook closure. This pendant necklace is signed on the back with an impressed MAYA Mexico. It is in fine condition with no wear to th...

Two pair of vintage sterling silver screw back earrings by Margot de Taxco, ( Margot Van Voorhies Carr), number 5740, in a modernist dangle design and number 5410 with swirls and beads. May purchase both pairs or each pair individually.

The dangle earrings measure 1 7/8" high and 3/4" across. Marked Made in Mexico Sterling, Margot de Taxco and 5740. Also marked with Eagle #16. Screw backs hold securely. Very nice condition with only minor tarnish.

The second pair measure 1 1/8" long and a...

A vintage hand made pendant with an agate like stone held in place by tentacles reminiscent of the work of Carl Tasha or Richard Kaish in bronze or brass.

The pendant measures 2 7/8" long and 1 3/8" at the widest. It has lots of detail. Has a pale grey striated jewel in the center. Not sure if it is agate or art glass.

Currently suspended from a neck ring that measures about 15" around with a secure hook. It could also be worn on a thick chain or cord due to the large bale.

A vintage stunning sterling silver necklace, bracelet and matching earrings by Plateria FarFan from Mexico.

Marked on the back of the necklace and bracelet Hecho en Mexico 925 D. F. around FarFan.

Necklace measures about 16" around and 1 1/4" wide. The necklace is slightly curved so lays nicely on the neck. Has a box clasp that snaps securely.

The bracelet measures about 7 1/4" long and 1 5/8" wide. Has a box clasp that snaps securely.

Earrings measure 1" high and 7/8" across. Screw...