All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1930 item #355268 (stock #T 1185)
Bracelet Stamped CZECHO then SLO below that on one of the Arts Crafts look hammered Sterling Silver PLATED stations, 4 15mm bezel set Green Peking Glass Cabs with a same period old clasp marked STER, that being undoubtedly a replacement and the ONLY part that is indeed sterling. Cabs are in very nice condition with one having a tiny pink and another a dark area where some other color glass cane must have been mixed when these old stones were poured. 7 1/2" x 3/8"
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1930 item #531889
This is a sterling link bracelet by Hans Hansen ,(1884-1940),Denmark. It is an early piece signed with the superimposed double "H" mark, so pre- 1930. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. It fastens with an ingenious screw bolt and weighs 70 grams. Fine original condition and signed as shown. A great early Hansen piece.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1930 item #296572 (stock #T 788)
SOLD. Though not in the linear Arts Crafts style, this unmarked ring from a Boston area household is nonetheless in the same bench made discipline. This type often has a small rectangular tab stamped 'Handmade Sterling'. This one has neither, yet it is guaranteed tested to be at least sterling. Look at the applied chased leaves, flower petals, curls all layered on to a rectangular base with a double row 2mm shank. 7/8" X 5/8"...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1930 item #1344781 (stock #162510b)
In all these years now I have never listed an attribution to any listing. For this special old piece I am making an attribution for the first time and to SR. Guadalupe Castellanos. This figure is from the glyphs off the pyramids. This figure is also similar on other pyramids around the world. The date of manufacture could possibly be as early as 1913. It was rare to put signatures on any silver in these early days and this is marked with only STERLING and not even with Mexico. Sr...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1930 item #1399570
Mexico City artist Frederick Davis (1880-1961)designed this distinctive silver brooch in the 1920's. In beautiful vintage condition the pin is 2 1/4" X 2 1/4". Highly collectable, Fred Davis designs are included in permanent museum collections at MFA Boston, LACMA and others. DREAMING IN SILVER, MEXICAN SILVER & WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE, all authored by Penny Morrill include extensive chapters on the life and work of this talented designer.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1930 item #191144 (stock #T 583)
Danecraft Calla Lily Design marked "Sterling Pat'd 121373" long before the practice of rhodium plating and with old ribbed clip clasp. Each of 4 stations or links is marked "Sterling". 7" inside X 15/16" wide and .7 oz or 21 Grams in weight. SOLD, no price, no info.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1930 item #1433238 (stock #RN12232)
Here is an elegant sterling silver fancy-link chain which comes from the era of the Titanic, but could be as late as the Art Deco period (Downton Abbey! The Great Gatsby!). It is interesting enough to be worn on its own, or you could hang a pendant or watch from it. The clasp is stamped “Sterling”. It measures 26”, and the links are 1/4” or 4mm wide at the widest point. It weighs 5.6g, and is in excellent condition. The photos are part of the description; please examine them carefully...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1930 item #1277502 (stock #141212crossn)
This is a very old pre Spratling era Yalalag cross with it's original chain of a long 48 inches. Each cross on the chain is of thick silver. All of the beads on the chain are 9mm and hand made. The drop is 6in. long and the beads are much larger than the chains beads at 13mm. Again all the crosses on the drop are extremely thick silver and are also hand made. Pieces like this were normally not signed and this one is of no exception...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1930 item #346567 (stock #T 1125)
Sold. Ring reminding one of Doris Cliff or that of Bernard Instone whose use of applied leaves was prominent in his metal work. Applied face foliate motifs and an ecru clay bead with Egyptian symbols front and back as the 'stone'. Note the split double shank construction. Lots of character! Approx size 7.25 Unsigned Unmarked as many Arts Crafts pieces, yet tests at least 90%. Super vintage condition with the appropriate softening of the applied silver work and tanning of bead, for age...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1930 item #611518 (stock #T 1563)
SOLD. REPLY: Please make check payable to MIMI DEE ARTWEAR. No Gold, all sterling. Vintage ring with Robin Blue Egg Turquoise color 25mm bezel set oval glass cab in unsigned Arts Crafts foliate floral hand made stamped Sterling ring setting. 6.25, yet your jeweler could resize. Super condition. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1930 item #154959
The Heintz Art Metal Shop of Buffalo, New York made jewelry and decorative objects of patinated bronze with sterling overlay in cut out patterns. They were in business from 1906-1929 and although they did not sign their jewelry, their style is so distinctive it can easily be identified. This 2 1/4" by 1 1/4" pin is a fine example of the jewelry from this shop. It is in beautiful original condition and a wonderful piece of Arts & Crafts period jewelry.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1930 item #186543 (stock #T 564)
Art Deco Floral Fan Etched Green Glass Drop Pendant Lalique like Lavalier Rhodium or Silver finished Necklace with 20 enameled or painted long, channel set beads on a decorated chain that looks almost hand made. Not often found, let alone in this wonderful condition! The Etched Green Glass Deco Drop is 9mm thick at center bottom and appears to have been blown into a mold then frosted, designs were engraved and then edges seem ground to a nice smooth finished edge...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1930 item #261043 (stock #T 637)
SOLD. Search" blister pearl @ www.mimideeartwear.com. Delightful Deco Bracelet with 3 Oval 6 prong Set Highly Multi Color High Nacre Blister Pearls. "S" shape links & Old Clasp all Rhodium Plated. Fancy Engraved Back designs. 7"from clasp to jump ring. Each Blister Pearl is ~12X18 mm.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Pre 1930 item #1362644 (stock #9597)
A Chinese silver scenic links bracelet from the 1920s. This unmarked (but tested) silver 7-3/8 x 1" bracelet features six curved high relief hand tooled links depicting a dragon, historical figures and flowers. It has a pushbutton box clasp and loops for a safety chain (not present) and it probably dates to the 1920s but it may be earlier. It weighs 35.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the missing safety chain...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1930 item #272512 (stock #T 704)
Color and Translucency of Chalcedony, but alas it is glass! Pendant with 1 1/4 X 1" blue glass cab bezel set in an Art Deco 1.5 X 1.2" frame and marked Sterling in 3 places. This one is SOLD! If you like this you may want to search: 676787 in this www.mimideeartwear.com catalog to view a super delish necklace (& bracelet) with same blue cab!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #145250
Beautiful silver and acid etched finish barrette from the Chicago Arts & Crafts period firm Carence Crafters, c. 1910. Little is known about this shop and their work is beautiful and hard to find. This wonderful hair clip is 2 1/2" by 1/2" and is in fine original condition. It is signed with the Carence Crafters interlocking C's hallmark as shown in the photo. An unusual and rare example from this workshop.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #282071 (stock #T 735)
Traces of Art Nouveau are left on this Arts & Crafts Ring marked Sterling and possibly a "J", with a satin finish green swirl art glass collet set stone. It is a comfortable pinky ring at size 3.75. The art glass cabochon is 14X8mm with the length just shy of 1" long. Very nice wearable condition with the usual lines that silver rings of this age get. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1920 item #343654 (stock #T 1105)
SOLD 05. Stamped O B for Ostby & Barton? Ostby, born in Norway, established his firm in RI and lost his life aboard the Titanic. The bezel set 10 mm milky Opal shows a deep bright red flash at center, yet the surface is a bit dull, thus the low, low price. Beautiful tested 10K gold setting @ size 5.75. SOLD NO PRICE, NO OTHER INFO AVAILABLE.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1920 item #352554 (stock #T 1154)
Pin Brooch stamped W.B.s STERLING SILVER for W...Brothers? Green mottled scallop edged bezel set 15 mm cab resembling Peridot Jasper inside a horseshoe and a railroad spike, golf tee or hunting horn. 2 X 7/8 and super condition. Please see pix
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #548134
This is a really special and beautiful sterling and rock crystal cuff bracelet by American Arts & Crafts period silversmith Mary Gage. It measures 5 1/2" around in the inside and has a 1" opening. It is 1 3/8" wide in the front and narrows to 1" in the back. It is in beautiful original condition with no chips or cracks to the crystals. Signed MARY GAGE STERLING. A very fine and rare piece.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #442613
A rare and magnificent locket and chain from the Chicago Arts & Crafts Workshop KALO...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #1408765 (stock #RP09158)
Here is a pretty plique a jour pin in the shape of a stylized moth, German or Austrian in origin. The body has 4 colorless paste stones, and there is an emerald green paste stone in the tail. The plique shades from green to white to peach. 1-1/2” by 3/4”, and stamped “800” on the back. It is in excellent antique condition and circa 1900. The photos are part of the description; please examine them carefully. Thanks! Shipping, handling & insurance within the USA included. We do lay-away.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1920 item #350540 (stock #T 1137)
Beautifully faceted 8 mm Rich Red Cherry Amber Beads Strand 25 1/2" necklace with old time push in barrel lock sterling silver clasp unmarked (older) yet tested so. Just beautiful! While these are Sold,you the collector will find another fabulous Amber Strand by going to www.mimideeartwear.com and search for 572770.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1920 item #571316 (stock #T 1508)
All 4 SOLD. All are marked Sterling. Circa 1880 to 1930 Victorian to Art Deco Jelly Opal art glass, often erroneously called Saphiret, also referred to as Dragon's Breath or "Mexican Fire Opal", used by turn of last century Victorian, later Mexican & Native American jewelry makers such as Maisels. All 4 pins are bezel set in marked STERLING yet all have brass pinstems.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1920 item #343750 (stock #T1109)
Diminutive yet precious! Sterling guilloche white, green & light lavender enamel pin stamped: GENUINE CLOISONNE then Crown, W, Lion STERLING for the Watson Company. Safety pin clasp and brass or bronze pinstem common on many early silver pieces. Just under 1" and absolutely delicious condition! Please see pix
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Pre 1920 item #1339659 (stock #7396)
A pair of silver filigree and blue turquoise dangle tear drop earrings from the 1900 1920 era. These 2-1/8" long Edwardian earrings feature fine silver filigree work and natural turquoise cabochon stones and large robin's egg blue teardrop shaped drops. The bottom turquoise drop is substantial, so they make quite a statement. These large drop antique earrings have been converted from the original screw back to pierced mounts. The filigree work is fine and Asian in design. They are unmarked b...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1920 item #1342820 (stock #7428)
An Edwardian Paye & Baker bluebird of happiness enamel sterling pin brooch from the 1910 1920 era. This well-made 1-5/8 x 1/2" pin has matte finish enamel with a yellow throat and blue plumage as well as an orange eye (not yellow as in our photos). It is stamped with P&B in hearts maker's mark for Paye & Baker of Attleboro, Massachusetts (1901~1960) and it has the original c-clasp. It weighs 4.9 grams and it is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, dam...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #144169 (stock #T 206)
SOLD no price, no info. C 1900 Signed Hayward Sterling Buckle Bangle with Wonderful Chased Engraved Leaves, Berries, Grapes Motifs all around. Flexible but Strong Opening with 3 'belt holes' to allow a 6-7" Size & 1/2"+ Width. Very Nice Condition with just the right amount of touch wear and oxidation in the crevices for its age.
Sold, no price no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Victorian : Pre 1920 item #1031769 (stock #J1234)
This late 19th-century sterling silver bangle bracelet is beautifully decorated with deeply chased scroll work. It is of hollow construction and shaped in an oval so it can be easily slipped on over the hand. It bears the mark of Carter, Howe & Co., of Newark, NJ. Other than a small dent on the interior (pictured), the bracelet is in lovely condition. The opening measures about 2 1/2 inches by 2 inches, with an interior circumference of about 7 1/4 inches. The bracelet is a little over 1/4 inch ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #1353786
An unusual vintage post Edwardian English sterling silver miniature mirror pendant on a sterling chain. The 2-1/2" x 1-3/8" mirror is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1916 with a C&N maker's mark, for Crisford and Norris. The 22" sterling silver chain with spring-ring catch is indistinctly marked on the loop, but tests as silver (it came with mirror, appears to be vintage but cannot guarantee it was purchased with mirror originally). A decorative but useful piece, great bridal accessory, to keep ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #932732
This is a Rarity from a Maryland Estate: a DIAMOND & SAPPHIRE ART NOUVEAU PENDANT ~ Necklace. Size is 1" x 1". Another Rarity from Kensington, Maryland. Please contact us for details
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Period : Pre 1920 item #1023899 (stock #1318)
A Scottish agates sterling silver banded agate sword pin circa 1911. This handsome dirk pin features finely banded agate cased in a hand-engraved "sheath"; the hilt of the knife features a cabochon agate stone. It is fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England 1911-12, and it has the maker's or retailers mark for Adie & Lovekin. Many of these pins were made in Scotland and hallmarked in Birmingham, although some were made there as well. This 2-3/4" pin weighs 6.0 grams, it has a c-clasp, and i...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #350179
A fabulous hand hammered silver and acid etched pin from the notable Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Carence Crafters. Pieces from this workshop are scarce and highly collectible.They represent some of the finest handmade work from the American Arts & Crafts period ,1890-1920. This is a large piece measuring 2 3/4" by 2 1/4". It is all original and in fine condition. Hallmarked with the interlocking C hallmark as shown. A rare example from this great workshop.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #128981 (stock #T078)
Edwardian Transitional Art Deco Motif Sterling Guilloche Bar Pin champleve. 2 1/2X 1/8" wide. Perfect enamel surface.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #170383
A rare and stunning faceted amethyst and sterling ring by the Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Kalo, founded in 1900. This is the first Kalo ring I have ever seen, only having come across necklaces, bracelets, pins and earrings before. The engraving on the setting is exquisite and the amethyst is large and brilliant, measuring 3/4" long and 5/8" wide. The stone and entire ring is in fine original condition. It is a size 8 and suitable for a man or a woman. It can not be sized without loosing the s...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920 item #539030
A very rare handmade sterling and center bezel set oval malachite bracelet by the American Arts & Crafts workshop Chicago Art Silver Shop. In 1912, after moving from their native Hungary, Edmund Boker and Ernest Gould formed the Chicago Art Silver Shop. Both had worked as silversmiths in a Budapest factory making objects for European royal families. The bracelet is a bangle that is 3/4" wide in the front, narrowing to 3/8" in the back and is 8" around in the inside. Beautiful original condition ...