An outstanding pair of sterling silver earrings by the well regarded Taxco silver artisan, Alfredo Villasana. Marked with the conjoined AV, Villasana, Taxco, Sterling, Hecho en Mexico, and the eagle stamp 3. Measure approximately 1 3/4" tall and 1" across. Very nice vintage condition, some tarnish, warm patina. Screw backs work fine. Great modernist clean design. Look wonderful on...

A vintage modernist large sterling silver and druzy ring from Taxco, Mexico. Has three organic prongs holding a charcoal colored druzy. Front measures about 1 1/4" long and 7/8" across. This ring is currently a size 7 1/2, but it is adjustable. Signed with Sterling 925, Taxco around what looks like the initials 'JSF', and Mexico. Has an eagle #3 mark on the shank. Very nice condition, with a little tarnish. Cool design...

A very cute articulated Taxco, Mexico sterling silver brooch in the shape of a turtle. His head, legs and tail move. Measures 1 3/4" long and 1" across. Marked with Taxco, 925 and Mexico around the initials MAC. Has an eagle #3 on the inside of one foot. In great condition, has a little tarnish. Great detail...

An unusual sterling silver Native American brooch with an overlay of a road runner in carved green stone . Has sterling legs. Measures 2" long and 1 1/4" high. Signed with a conjoined 'PL' and sterling. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. In nice condition with a little tarnish...

A vintage silver and turquoise hair ornament by renown Native American Silversmith, Vidal Aragon. Has a turquoise cabochon in the center. In very nice condition. Measures about 4 1/2" long and about 2 1/2" wide. Signed with VA for Vidal Aragon, and a paw print. Beautiful and delicate, this design is three dimensional and intricate...

A well made sterling silver brooch in an abstract design signed Sterling, Denver, and what looks like SGA or SGn in a square. Unable to find out anything about the artist. Measures 2" long and 1 1/4" across. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. In nice condition, has a little tarnish and minor surface scratches...

A mid century modern necklace or pendant in pewter by Eivind Hillestad, Norway. Marked EH, design number 514 and Norsk Tinn for Norway Pewter. Pendant has a black enamel 'cabochon'. Measures 2 1/4" long and 2 1/4" across. Chain is 24" long and has a spring closure. In nice condition with some minor scratches. Cool mod design!...

A vintage Taxco, Mexico sterling silver modernist necklace in a bold geometric pattern. Consists of 18 links which give the impression of a pinwheel. Measures 16 " long and 3/8" at the widest point. Marked TJ-20 for Taxco and the artisan's initial and registration number, 925 and Mexico. Box closure which holds tightly. Nice weight, good quality and well made. Fine condition, some minor scratches to surface. Lays nicely on the neck. Post 1979. Makes a statement!...

A fabulous modernist bracelet in sterling silver by Kultateollisuus, Ky of Turku Finland. Measures 7 1/2" long and 1" across, great for a larger wrist. Has an intricate very mid century design. Has a slide in pin clasp with a safety catch. Very well made. Marked with the flying hammer for the maker, Crown for Finland, 830H for sterling silver, Finland, and the marks for Turku and 1970. Nice weight and condition, warm patina. Great modernist design....

A vintage modernist sterling silver brooch and earrings by noted silversmith, Maxwell Chayat. Brooch measures 1 3/4" long and 1 1/2" wide. Has a rollover clasp that holds tightly. Marked Chayat Sterling. Earrings are screw backs and measure about 3/4". Marked Sterling on the screw back. Screw backs hold tightly. Sterling 'pearls' against oxidized darker sterling background. The set is in nice condition, with some tarnish. Minor ding to the large pearl on the brooch and to the pearl on o...

A wonderful sterling hand crafted pendant and chain in an Arts and Crafts style. Dark amber colored round cabochon. Pendant measures 1 1/2" long and 3/4" across. Chain measures 18" long. Marked 875 for the silver content and with a WK. Also marked with a head facing right and the number two. Signed on the pendant, hook and clasp. Nice quality, warm patina. Lays nicely on the neck....

A cool pair of sterling silver cuff links depicting Medieval characters, maybe chess pieces. Measure 1" long and 1/2" across. Marked with BHS for the maker, Mark for Stockholm, Three crowns and S for Sweden, and G9 for 1957. Interesting relief design. Toggles work fine. Very nice condition, warm patina. Quality work. ...

A vintage Mexican Sterling Silver and amethyst necklace. Measures about 15 1/2" around. Drop measures 1". Marked 925, sterling, and the initials DSC for the artisan. Eagle # 3. Box closure holds tightly. Nice warm patina. Very interesting design....

A pair of vintage clip earrings in an organic brass design with large coral stones. Signed Maches on the back. We've seen this signature along with the mark Mexico on other modernist pieces. Measure 3/4" across and 1" long. In very nice condition, have very little wear and some very minor surface scratches. Clips hold tightly. Great deep red color....

A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant designed by Toril Bjorg for David Andersen, Norway. Measures 2 5/8" long and 1 7/8" across. Signed David-Andersen, Norway, Sterling, 925S. In very nice condition. May be worn on a ribbon, chain or neck ring. Circa 1970s....