Mexican Silver Earrings that have the chased, incised, engraved style of Castillo or Aquilar. Marked: 3 initials "C.." "Mexico Sterling". Would go well with other Mexico Taxco pieces listed throughout the About Mimi's Gems catalog. 1.5" long & very nice condition. SOLD, no price, no info

A vintage sterling silver hand engraved oval 1-1/2" x 1" (sans bale) photo locket on an 18" link chain with a springring clasp. This 1930s-40s necklace weighs 11.8 grams and it is engraved on one side only. The locket is stamped BIRKS STERLING, it has two photo retaining bezels and it is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

Gorgeous vintage pair of Georg Jensen dangle earrings in a repousse leaf and berry design designated as no 32A on their back. Sculpturality, exquisite patina and the unparalleled crispness in the design's execution transform the pair into a veritable miniature work of art. The earrings measure 1 1/2" long by 3/4" wide and the set weighs 9.2 grams. Both pieces are signed on the back with Jensen's post-1945 hallmark as shown in addition to the design number and "STERLING DENMARK"...

An 18k yellow gold pearl solitaire ring probably from the 1950s. This size 6-3/4 ring features a claw-set 3.2 mm. silvery cultured pearl. It is stamped 18K with a maker's mark, it weighs 1.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use...

An Art Deco 14k diamond filigree ring from the 1915 - 1920 period. This vintage size 6 yellow gold ring with a white gold top features a 32 point round European antique cut genuine diamond with two flanking diamonds. The diamond is of exceptional (and nowadays very scarce) clarity and colour: it is VVS-2 and F-G colour...

Great Modernist design and a pretty saw tooth bezel set lapis stone in this large sterling brooch by Frank Patania Sr. Measuring 2 1/2" by 2", it weighs 20 grams and is signed as shown. Fine original condition. An unusual and bold pin from this master jeweler.

We are offering the iconic caviar beads bracelet by William Spratling. The vintage Mexican silver beads are half an inch tall and half an inch wide making the bracelet have great dimension showing beads all the way around. The length is 8in. but the depth takes up some of the wearable length. It is capable of being sized by a professional jeweler and I will do it for you at no additional fee if needed...

A masterfully crafted delicate 1920-s 18Kt white gold filigree ring is centered by an approximately 0.10Ct diamond. The ring is a size 5 ¼ and it can be sized.

A Victorian 14k amethyst and seed pearls brooch from the 1890s. This lovely late Victorian 1-1/8 x 7/8" brooch features a large natural facetted bezel-set amethyst stone surrounded by a circle of seed pearls. It has a safety catch and a 14K mark plus a maker's mark (and etched identification number). It weighs 5.8 grams and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

This 14Kt yellow gold garnet end diamond ring with a “pinwheel” design is set with four 6X4 millimeter oval faceted garnets and centered by an approximately 0.07Ct diamond. The ring is a size 6 and it can easily be sized.

Delightful Patrice frog with vintage German glass, genuine Wyoming jade and brass. Chunky, four layers. 1 1/4" square, 5/8" front to back.

A 10k sapphires and pearls row ring from the 1960s. This size 8 ring in yellow gold features two round cut genuine dark blue sapphires flanked by three 3mm cultured pearls. It measures 5/8" along the stone setting and 1/8" across and it is stamped 10K with an F in a faceted diamond maker's mark. It weighs 2.4 grams and it is in excellent antique condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

This sleek, modernist and eye catching brooch was designed in the 1940-50's by artist Valentin Vidauretta during his time at Hector Aguilar's Taller Borda in Taxco, Mexico. Signed Valentin jewelry designs rarely turn up. The pin measures 2 1/4" across X 1 1/4" high. Both stones & silver are in beautiful condition as is the pin back and safety lock. A Valentin bracelet of similar design is pictured on p. 113 of MEXICAN SILVER, 4th edition by Penny Morrill...

Matching the necklace of the same design that is also available at One Good Eye Silver, a divinely feminine, classic Margot de Taxco bracelet combining copper and silver. The specific combination is rather rare and it adds a certain warmth to the bracelet that reflects the fantastic patina both copper and silver have acquired over time. The bracelet is a wearable 7 3/8" long by 3/4" wide and weighs 32.3 grams. It is fully and appropriately signed with Margot de Taxco's name, des...

Sold, no price, no info. Graceful Native American Pendant stamped either I or L Yazzie. Natural bezel set Beautiful bright blue 8mm turquoise and deep rich red 7mm coral cabochon stones on this 1 1/4 X 3/4" self bail pendant in super vintage condition. Sold, no price, no info.

Handsome vintage 14k yellow gold tie bar, simply designed with three sparkling diamonds suspended by a mesh chain from the bar, mid 20th century. Stamped 14KT on the back. Weight: 8.1g. Measures 2 1/8" long. Condition is excellent.

Lush Lustrous Abalone Swirl Bow Pin mrkd: MADE IN MEXICO, TALLER CBA TAXCO, 925 STERLING 3. This is full of Pink, Aqua, Teal, Lavender Pearl color inlay. Just under 3" X 1 5/8" and weighs .5 Oz or 15 Grams. In very nice condition w intact inlay pieces. SOLD, no price, no info

A Victorian gold filled double slide expanding gentleman's watch fob chain. This 9-1/4" (maximum) chain shrinks to 6-1/8" when the two engraved slides are separated (which contracts the chain forming a double chain between them, shown partly drawn in our second image)...

Stunning vintage Italian sterling silver charm bracelet wrought in the Etruscan style and adorned by 5 chunky, spectacular fob charms with big, bezel set green gems. I love these pieces for their "shock and awe" approach to accesorizing that goes hand in hand with the boldness and seductive-ness of Europe's Southernmost coasts! Usually crafted in 800 or 900 silver, Etruscan bracelets are work intensive to make with their dozens of florets, beading and meticulous wirework. In our case, the...

Impeccable silver and inlaid amethyst bracelet and screw back earrings by Felipe Martinez who opened his workshop "Piedra Y Plata" in 1950. Measuring 7 1/8" end to end, the bracelet is 1" wide and weighs 63 grams. The earrings are 1" long. All pieces are in fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones which are a vibrant purple. Signed as shown. This same bracelet and earrings is featured on page 187 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk with green stones rather than amethy...

A Victorian 14Kt pink gold diamond solitaire ring that sports an approximately 0.20Ct old-mine diamond set in a six prong buttercup setting. The 1.5 millimeter round shank is decorated by two lines on either side of the center diamond. The size of the ring is 5 ½ and it can easily be sized.

A bold and smashing looking sterling necklace and matching clip earrings designed by Eigil Jensen for the Danish firm Anton Michelsen. The boomerang shaped links look fabulous on the neck and so nice to have the earrings too. The necklace measures 15 1/2" long and the links are 1 1/8" wide. The clasp is invisible so looks continuous when wearing. The earrings measure 1 1/4" long and 7/8" at the widest point. Fine original condition, total weight is 95 grams. Signed as shown on both the necklace ...

Great looking sterling boomerang shaped link bracelet designed by Eigil Jensen for the Danish firm Anton Michelsen. It measures 7 1/4" end to end and is in fine original condition. Signed as shown. If you happen to have the matching necklace and/or earrings, you are in luck!

This pair 18K Gold red earrings is Sold. Please visit www.mimideeartwear.com and scroll down to lower left under: Gallery of Originals by Mimi Dee to view more Made in USA jewelry.

The Los Castillo 653 cuff is a modernist jewel perfect for career wear for the best dressed. The dimensions are: Back gap 1 inch. Height is also 1 inch. Weight is a thick solid 53 grams. Inside diameter is 2.25 inches and can be professionally sized. There is lovely darkness in the circular recesses and some patina to the rest of the piece. No dents and rounds the wrist beautifully.

This Chanel Necklace with the classic intertwined "CC" logo on a sunburst background is perfect for daytime wear. Both sides of this solid medallion are identical, medallion is 7/8 inch (2 cm)in diameter. Chain is 16 inches (41 cm) long and has a lobster claw clasp. Necklace is marked with a plaque that says Made in France on one side and Chanel/CC logo/1984 on the other. Gold-plated metal. Condition is excellent. Circa 1980's

Vintage Margot de Taxco sterling silver astrological pendant necklace, this one is for the Leo in your life and like all Margot's zodiac jewelry, sculptural and heavy. I have paired the pendant with a substantial, hand-wrought Mexican chain of the same period and the two look like they always belonged together. The pendant has a diameter of 1 9/18" (not including the bail) and adds a 2" drop to the chain which is itself 30" long (easily adjustable due to the hook clasp). The chain only weighs a...

Sterling silver & rosewood pin or brooch designed and signed circa 1942 by American and Taxco, Mexico designer William Spratling(1900-67). Pin measures 2" X 2 1/4". Wood and silver are in beautiful condition. Pinback and lock are tight and secure. Fully signed by Spratling on the reverse. Spratling designed this pin during WW2 to help raise funds for the Red Cross. He also used the clasped hands across the America's as the letter head on his personal stationary. The design is pictured and expl...

Rare pair of sterling silver kinetic earrings by important New York Modernist Sam Kramer, circa 1950s. The earrings are constructed with a biomorphic shape with a raised bar from which another shape dangles freely. Each earring measures 1.25" long. Marked "sterling" and with Kramer's distinctive mushroom shaped hallmark. The earrings are clips, with their original backings. For more photos of this item, please see my website PlanetGlass.net.

Relive the excitement of the roaring twenties by wearing this beautiful platinum and diamond ring from that period. The masterfully crafted openwork ring is in pristine condition and is centered by an approximately 0.50Ct old-mine diamond that has I color and SI1 clarity. There are eight various size diamonds further enhancing the combination of openwork and engraved design. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.80Ct.

A stunning sterling and turquoise necklace by Frank Patania Sr. (1899-1964). Born in Italy, this silversmith came to the U.S. at an early age settling in the Southwest and achieved great recognition for his blending of European and Native American design.This necklace is comprised of three segments with bezel set irregular shaped turquoise separated by silver beading set in a background of oxidation. Connected to the side panels are chain link that terminate with a simple hook closure. This neck...

The primary designer for Rancho Alegre, Miguel Martinez is a maestro whose work I have come to value for its imaginative design, superb quality and extremely careful finishing. Monumental both in terms of its dimensions but also due to its weight, the cuff at hand is heavy, with thick overlay and oxidation that accentuates its architecturality. A true work of art that combines Taxco's early love for pre-Colombian motifs with Martinez's prowess in silver overlay. With an inner circumference of 7"...

Hand forged sterling silver necklace designed & signed in the 1930's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The necklace measures 17 1/2" long. Each bird measures 2 1/4"L X 1 1/2"W. Signed on the back 980 TAXCO WS. Beautiful condition. This design was inspired by the tuliman bird that Spratling noticed on a piece of pottery that he sketched for his friend Elizabeth Morrow's 1932 book CASA MANANA. The necklace and drawing were featured in the museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE...

A 10k black onyx and diamond filigree statement ring size 6-1/2. This ring is pre-1970s and it features ornate openwork or filigree with an oval black onyx mounted in the center of the 1-1/4 x 1" wide setting. It has a single point diamond in a white gold mount in the center of the onyx and this ring weighs 3.7 grams. It is marked 10K with a maker's mark and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservati...

This is a 14Kt gold vintage 1960-s diploma charm. The diploma measures ¾ X ½”.

Chanel Necklace and Earring set in the classic Chanel intertwined "CC" logo. The necklace measures 34" long and has a lobster claw clasp, the medallion is 2 1/8 inches (5.4 cm) in diameter. The clip back earrings match the medallion and measure 1 1/4 inches (3 cm) in diameter. All pieces are gold plated. Necklace is marked with a plaque Chanel/CC Logo/1983 and Made in France on the reverse, the earrings are unmarked. Circa 1980's