A huge and stunning sterling and turquoise dome ring by Carmelo Patania who founded The Thunderbird Shop in Santa Fe with Frank Patania Sr. in 1937 and then opened The Kachina Shop in 1957. Each turquoise is bezel set with silver beadwork in between. The ring measures 1 1/2" by 1 1/2" so a VERY big look. It is a size 7 1/2 and weighs 19 grams. Beautiful original condition, fabulous turquoise. Signed CP Sterling as shown. STUNNING!
This is a massive, bold and spectacular sterling and turquoise cuff bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. The bracelet is 2 1/2" wide in the front and narrows to 7/8" at the back ends. It measures 5 1/2" around in the inside with a 1" opening. It is in excellent original condition free of any damage or repairs and signed as shown. This is a rare and impeccable example of some of his finest work...
Only one like this. c. 1925 Acid Etched Amber Glass, often referred to Lalique like because of its fine design, Czech Fire Polished faceted black tear drops and Signed Sterling was used to create this heirloom piece. Simple design applications allow these etched pieces to nearly stand on their own. Would have been listed in "Estate Jewelry" were it not for the new sterling fancy paper clip chain (17.5"). Pendant: 1 7/8" long. Earrings: 2.25" long.
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Similar work can be custom ordered using this or other vintage glass. On Occasion this Jewelry Artist will use Vintage Glass to Create a Special Piece. This Bermuda Water Blue, Vintage Etched Oval Cameo Glass of Floral Motif is caged In a stamped "MIMI DEE" Thick Hand Wrought Sterling Cage.
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Fine crafted natural rendition of a toad in sterling silver by Barry Kieselstein-Cord. No warts here! This little guy's impish smirk says he's happy to assist you in keeping your pants off of the ground. He's simply irresistible! Measuring in at 4.75 inches (12 cm) long and 2 inches (5 cm) wide, he is the larger of the toad buckles made by Kieselstein-Cord. Cast in sterling silver and richly patinated, the buckle fits a 1.5 inch (3.8 cm) belt. buckle is marked: C in circle,B...
Sold. Similar can be custom made using various semi precious, precious gems. Thank you for giving Made in America gifts this season.
Interesting Quartzite with red rutiles resulting form the Fe in the Indigo Blue Kyanite that was employed to create, in a USA studio, this unique pair of 22K Gold on Sterling Silver Vermeil earrings to which was added real (never faux here!) pink red faceted 3-4mm Sapphires and seed baroque pearls. Always guaranteed. They suspend 1 5/8"...
Similar work can be custom ordered. Butterfly Hand Wrought, Hand Crafted by USA Artist in Her USA Studio Sterling Silver Butterfly Pendant made with one piece of silver and adorned with applied black onyx beads which require a smaller size silver.
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SOLD. She called and said, "I really like them...they go well with my grandmother's antique necklace..." In a USA studio these were designed and assembled resulting in a one of pair of earrings. SOLD, this style can not be duplicated.
Vintage c 1925 Lalique like Oval Opalescent Etched Floral Glass and Lavender Iridescent Czech Faceted Beads were used to make this Lavalier Necklace Set, Signed and 'Assembled' by Mimi Dee herself in Her USA Studio. The Sterling Silver Fancy Long Short Chain was cut and an "S" Hook Ster was added. Very Art Nouveau Art Deco looking!
Original necklace choker which can be worn with or without the found carved mother of pearl and sterling Chinese station/pendant. The coral gem beads are 15mm and threaded with sterling silver for added contrast and intrinsic value. 17" around neck. Pendant is 2 7/8" X 1 3/8" wide
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The others cost 2X more, yet this one is Signed & Marked MIMI DEE Sterling. Granulation Sterling Beads on Sturdy Sterling Silver ending with a Hand Wrought Hook and 2 Large (1 1/2") Hammered S Shape Charms.
SOLD, no price, no info available. Desirable Delightful Carved Ivory Hibiscus Flower Pin Brooch signed "Ming's Ivory" in back. From the famous, now closed, store in Hawaii. 2 1/4" north to south and 1 3/4" wide. In super condition with safety clasp.
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SOLD. Vintage Sterling Bangle Bracelet Collectors: A)Mexican Mixed Metals Metales; B)unsigned maybe Danecraft; C) Lunt Sterling # 72 rich ornate. First two 2 1/2" across inside each, the Lunt is 2 5/8", each approx 1/8 wide. Sold, no price, no info
Sold. Early Mark for Danecraft, Bracelet Marked: "Sterling" "Fo in C". Early Deco design links with a newer fold over clasp. This sweet bracelet is pictured in one of the jewelry books and is a lighter weight, but perfect for the smaller, daintier wrist at 7" X 3/8" wide. Very nice condition with nicely darkened crevices. Not polished.
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No Price, no info available. Hand Made Long Trumpet Flower Pendant and Earrings Silver Set Marked: E inside C Sterling. Earrings are 2 1/4 X 1/2" wide and Pendant with it curly long self bail is 2 3/4" X 5/8" and weigh 1/2 Oz or 16 Grams. In very nice pre owned condition. No price, no info available
Sold, although similar can be custom ordered by collector or gallery store owner. Please leave your name & phone number, etc. when enquiring. No room to stamp MIMI DEE STERLING on these Double Chain Rose Quartz, Olivine Green & Amethyst Cut Glass, Swarovski Crystal 3 5/8" Earrings. Fancy Paper Clip Sterling chain was cut and attached to Green Olivine, Amethyst Cut Glass, Swarovski Crystals and Rose Quartz Beads.
Wonderful, rare 950 silver cuff with 2 intricately carved citrines by Roberto or Haroldo Burle Marx in the "forma livre" (free form) style that they created. These Brazilian brothers were particularly known for their use of large gemstones, often fashioned by carving or tumbling rather than being faceted. These stones pop on the Modernist, industrial design of the base of the bracelet and fit perfectly into the opening of the two squares...
A smashing, HUGE, sterling repousse cuff by Italian designer Guglielmo Cini. Gorgeous swirling pattern, solid weight at 113 grams. It is in beautiful original condition and is c. 1940. Measures 2 5/8" wide and 5 3/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening so for a 7" wrist. Signed G. Cini Sterling. An absolutely stunning bracelet and just in time for the holidays!