A 14k Victorian five pearls row ring circa 1900. This size 5-1/4 ring (actually just a shade over 5-1/4 and under 5-1/2) features a row of five natural pearls. The pearl setting measures 9/16 x 1/8" and the pearls range from 1.5 to 2 mm in width. Four have a nice silvery/creamy lustre while the smallest on the end is slightly lighter and duller and may have been replaced...

Margot Van Voorhies opened her Taller after the divorce from Antonio Castillo and their successful Taller Los Castillo. This Ring has a purple stone that is a large 14mm diameter and I can say that it does not change colors. It is almost a size 8 and can be easily sized. The mounting is magnificent and is .75in. at it's widest. The design on the sides are curls that pair with so many bracelets designed by her. Properly hallmarked and with no damage what so ever...

A very sophisticated gold plated set, with its emerald cut rhinestones and its faux pearls all in pristine rows.The double hinged bracelet is 2 1/4" by 1 5/8" inside dimensions. The top plate is 1/4" thick, 5/8" wide and 2 5/8" long. The clip earrings duplicate the bracelet plate and are 9/16" by 1".

This wonderful pair of sterling silver earrings are a classic Georg Jensen design. Each earring is stamped with the oval George Jensen hallmark as well as Sterling, Denmark and the design number 66. The earrings are in excellent condition with the original backs. Return to our catalog page to see the matching necklace.

An approximately 0.15Ct old-miner diamond centers this classic 14Kt yellow gold engagement ring from the late 1940-s or early 1950-s. The center stone is flanked on either side by a small single-cut diamond, which brings the approximate total weight of all diamonds to 0.18Ct. Very good quality diamonds for a very affordable price!The ring is a size 7 ¾ and can easily be sized.

This set is the Hector Aguilar V-chain necklace with detachable azurite pin/pendant, matching azurite earrings, and matching V-chain bracelet. The necklace is featured on page 39 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. It is shown with an amethyst pendant in the book. The azurite pendant on this necklace I am offering is shown on page 217 of this same book and the V-chain bracelet on page 63. These pieces are dated c.1945 and are in 940 silver...

SOLD 2013. Apatite & high nacre white cultured pearls against a lady's face is a must. All real, never faux here! This only one pair was designed & assembled in a USA studio using 22K Gold Vermeil on sterling silver, deep ocean blue 4 mm Apatite & 11-12 mm high nacre faceted cultured white pearls, suspending at 1 1/2" Always guaranteed...

Monumental and rare this vintage sterling silver & amethyst bracelet was designed and signed circa 1930's by Mexico artist Frederick Davis (1880-1961). The bracelet measures 1 3/4" wide X 7" long. Because of the complex construction it would most comfortably fit up to a 6 3/4" wrist. Weight 88 grams, 3.01 oz. Each stone measures 3/4" across. The stones are deep in color with interesting white contrasting occlusions typical of Mexican amethyst. The bracelet is in beautiful vintage condition...

A gorgeous hand made sterling ring with fabulous stones of pink and green tourmaline and citrine by Arizona Modernist H Fred Skaggs. The face of the ring measures 1 1/8" long and 7/8" wide. It weighs 13 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. It is currently a size 9 but could be sized. Signed as shown. Love the colors. One of the prettiest Skaggs rings that has come my way.

This is a FANTASTIC AQUAMARINE ART DECO ERA NECKLACE from a Maryland Estate. On a White Gold CHAIN. Of the Period

This glistening treasure has faux pearls, transparent aqua glass beads, and faceted glass beads in ruby red.The emerald green faceted glass teardrops are elegant! Add to that tiny emerald prong set rhinestones and tiny emerald glass beads and this becomes a most charming necklace. Beautiful to look at, spectacular to wear. 17 1/4" at full extension. Long drops are 8", the two short ones are 5".

A maker whose work does not come up often but seems to have worked for Spratling at Las Delicias, Lico is distinguished by big size, absolutely powerful repousse pieces and workmanship of the highest quality. I believe the two-part belt buckle presented here supports my claim in the best possible way. Strong sense of movement and depth with the repoussage being boldly pronounced and the unbelievable patina accentuating the design's three-dimensional quality even more...

As rare-as-can-be not just for its signature but also for the black opal baguettes it showcases, this vintage Mexican silver architectural ring was created by Carmen Beckmann. Beckmann is reported in the literature to have worked primarily in the 1950s and 1960s in San Miguel de Allende and her jewelry can vary from inspired to simply good. When she was at her most creative though, she made pieces that are to die for! This ring is, in my opinion, one of those moments of hers...

A great example of art nouveau enamel work is this 14Kt yellow gold pansy watch pin/pendant. The vivid violet color gradually transitions into white and from white into light brown in the center. The center is further enhanced by an approximately 0.15Ct old-mine diamond. The pin/pendant is designed in two overlapping layers has a safety catch and a fold down bail. The height and width is 1 1/8”.

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.

Similar work can be custom ordered. This one is Sold. Signed MIMI DEE and Proudly Hand Wrought in the USA by the Artist herself in her Studio a Pectoral Necklace, Bracelet and Ring made with 100+ Carats of Large Ametrine Stones and 1+ ounce of Sterling Silver with 14K gf accents.
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A rare pair of inlaid Knifewing design cuff links by Zuni silversmith John Gordon Leak. The inlaid Knifewing figure is set in a background of black jet. These measure 1" by 1", weigh 20.3 grams and are in fine original condition. John Gordon Leak's work was prominently featured in the C. G. Wallace collection auctioned by Sotheby's in 1975. Here is a great opportunity to own a fine example of his work.

In 1952 award winning Sigi Pineda opened his own shop in Taxco. These pieces marked and numbered Plateros (enough of the mark is there for easy identification) are some of his best designs. This rare marking did not last long as he soon changed the name of his shop to Sigi. The drop is 4 inches across and 3.25 inches tall from the sides. The pectoral takes sweeps and swirls so it is measured with the highest point. The entire necklace is hand chased...

Democrats at you convention, wear this cute little vintage c 1945 Silver Donkey Pin Brooch marked Sterling Mexico in back. Stands at 1 5/8" X 2 5/8" weighing .3 Ounce 10 Grams. Very Nice preowned partially unpolished condition. SOLD, no price, no info

Classic Deco Mexico City work, this bracelet is a stunner and perfect to set the festive mood for the holidays yet not necessarily limited to this part of the year. One of the most visually impressive early pieces of this type (and quite hard to find), its links are big floral wreaths surrounding stylized bows and the bracelet is studded with turquoise cabochons...

A cleverly made functioning 14Kt yellow gold charm is an hour glass, in a protecting gold frame that is filled with white sand and turns. The white sand flows from the top to the bottom when you turn the glass. The height of the charm is 1” with the bail and the width is 3/8”.

SALVADOR TERAN DOUBLE STYLIZED PEPPER NECKLACE featured on page 130 of the catalogue from the WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE exhibit.It is c.1955-60. It is 15" around in the inside and 1 1/8" wide at the wide pepper end. Secure push in clasp, fine original condition. Signed and numbered for Salvdor Teran as shown.A wonderful piece by this important Taxco silversmith.

Today we are offering a signed Hector Aguilar six spheres necklace. The necklace is a luxurious 20 inches long while most Aguilar spheres are much shorter. The height of each link is a grand 1.75 inches and because of this width the extra length is appreciated. Great depth and dimension is shown within each individual link. The quality of this design is verified with a weight of 214 grams of thick silver. The necklace boasts a dark, totally natural patina and is a published design in many of the...

A 10k opal and diamonds ring from the 1960s. This size 6 ring features a central claw-set 3/16 x 1/8" natural opal flanked with six ~1.5 point diamonds. The setting measures 7/16 x 3/16" and this ring weighs 0.9 grams. The opal has brilliant and intense green flash with underlying orange fire and this ring is stamped 10K DA C. 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 ...

An Italian sterling cutout open heart necklace by Rigon Ottorino of Vincenza from the 1970 era. This fine Modernist style is 16" long and the central heart is 5/8" deep. It has a box chain with a springring clasp and it has the 2074 VI 0.925 mark for the maker. It weighs 10.5 grams and it is in excellent condition with no monograms, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage...

A wonderful sculptural sterling cuff bracelet by Angela Cummings. Cummings designed for Tiffany & Co. for years then opened a studio of her own. She announced the closing of her studio in August of this year so her pieces will surely be increasing in value and become highly collectible. This unusual bracelet looks like 2 bracelets when on the wrist. I tried to give an idea of the look in photo 2 but unfortunately the bracelet is much too big for my wrist so please use your artistic imagination. ...

This Antonio Pineda masterpiece with moonstones sparking blue and white colors is a most incredible site. The weight is 105 grams of quality with correct hallmarks as shown. No repairs or damage of any kind. Measurement shows a 7.25 inches in length and a little over 1 inch tall. The design is in the book SILVER SEDUCTION with several different stones.

Sold. Please Search: grapes - for similar others available. This rich Silver Mexico Articulated Pendant has ten 8mm grapes that dangle! The Leaves' veins are chased, has large bail, and measures 2.5" X 1.25" wide. Looks more like 950 silver than 925. Weighs: .6 Oz or 17 Grams. The marks are so faint and impossible to macro cam pix them yet a faint 'Mexico' at center with initials/letters/#s above and below that can be seen with a loupe

We find Fred Davis signed piece from time to time but this one is very special. Look at the underside of this treasure. You are seeing strong work marks from the hand making of this jewel. The silver is silky to touch. Huge stones are displayed with the center being 1.5in. tall. The two side stones are 1.25in. tall. Very comfortable feeling at approximately 17in. wearable length. The stones are lilac to dark purple along with natural striations that separate colors within. No damage or repairs, ...

SOLD. Vintage Gilded Brass Sash Ornament with small C catch clasp, leaning toward the Art Deco direction, leading one to ponder perhaps this was late in the 'Sash wearing period'. Green Art Glass Cabochon with moonglow button affect swirls is bezel set at 7/8" X 1/2" yet embraced with 2 double claw decorative prongs. Lots of strong design. 3 3/4" X 1 3/4". Very Nice vintage condition. SOLD 2012

Festive Haskell! With bright red translucent glass beads that shimmer in the light, this delicate Miriam Haskell set is a perfect special occasion piece. The individual rhinestones are all prong set and the gold plate enhances the stones and beads. Note the interesting shape of the red beads. The necklace is 19" end to end. The flower pendant is 1 1/4" square and the longest dangle is 3". The hinged screw-back earrings are 1 3/4" long.

Sold. Fire Orange Honey Amber color with Flashes of Bright Blue in this 'Dragon's Breath' Antique Jelly Opal Art Glass Ring with Arts Crafts Setting marked Sterling. It is just off round at size 6 with 2 tiny lines on the 10 x 18mm "Jelly Opal" Cab that appear to have been made when art glass was poured into mold. Incredible color changes.
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Rare vintage sterling orchid cuff bracelet from Angela Cumming's iconic first collection as an independent designer after she left Tiffany & Co. It measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening and is 2 3/4” wide at the widest point in the front and tapers to 1 3/4" at the terminals. Weighing 105 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed and dated 1984 as shown. Inspired by her love of nature and beautiful in every way.

Stunning, big vintage 1950s Peruvian figural brooch bearing the signature of Italian-born Graziella Laffi, the so-called "Spratling of Peru". I believe the figure represents an Inca god, shown here with a snake coiled around his waist and holding two salamanders. The brooch is made of thick gauge silver sheet, perfectly cut and finished, with silver overlay parts and hand-chased details. A fantastic example of Laffi's exceptional design genius, it measures 2 1/4" tall by 2 3/8" wide. It weighs...

A Vict. gp & mop fancy spring extendable watch chain. This truly unusual 12" spring-loaded expanding Victorian gold plated over brass watch chain has with mother of pearl sections. This 1/2" wide chain features engraved round links with pierced loops, round thick plain loops and designed flattened patterned loops; it also has two spring-loaded segments with mother-of-pearl inserted sections. Each spring segment has engraving and finely made pivots and channels for the expansion spring; one ...

Weighty Well made sterling silver bracelet marked: "Sterling Denmark" "N. E. FROM" "925 S" for Neils Erik From of Denmark. Substantial at .9 Oz or 26 Grams and measures 7" X 5/8" in wonderful pre-owned unpolished condition.
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A fun and sensual sterling necklace and bracelet by Margot De Taxco. It is sturdy and delicate at the same time. The silver dangles make a charming sound and dazzle the eye with movement. Yes, I love this set! The necklace is 16" end to end with the center section being 2 1/4" wide. The dangles hang 3/4" long. The bracelet is 6 3/4" end to end. Fine original condition. Signed as shown and numbered 5672. Perfectly delightful to wear.

Older Haskell with unusual tassel and chain attachment. The necklace has lovely, large Baroque pearls and two differing chains. The separate delicate chain with tassels can be wrapped around the front part of the necklace in a variety of configurations, or it can be used separately with another piece of jewelry. The oval Miriam Haskell mark is on the flower clasp. Necklace 22 1/2" end to end, the chain and tassels 8" end to end.

In my opinion one of the most talented, innovative maestros of the Taxco 20th c. Silver Renaissance, Jose Luis Flores created some amazing designs that were sold not only under his own name but bore the hallmarks of Miguel Martinez, Emma Melendez and Rubi Ramirez as well. His slick designs, obviously influenced by modernist principles, are imaginative; the finishing on his jewelry flawless and their appeal timeless - no wonder he was the genius behind many pieces that came out in the market wit...

Gorgeous Ella Cone sterling silver and lapis lazuli necklace, this is a piece that retains American Arts and Crafts influences and has the quality and design originality that characterize Cone's best pieces. I love the richness of the dark blue in the stones in juxtaposition to the warm glow of well-aged, well-loved silver. The necklace has a wearable length of 14 5/8" (actual length - always measuring the shortest strand - is 15 1/4" but I am leaving some allowance so you can clasp it). The c...

Early Mexican silver necklace of fine grade silver in a minimalist yet visually powerful pre-Colombian motif bearing the signature of Jorge "Chato" Castillo. Chato's jewelry doesn't come up very often and his earlier pieces, like this, are usually wrought in 980 silver. I like to call this the "Shields and Bead" motif and really love its austere elegance! Measuring 15 3/4" long the necklace is 1 1/8" wide and weighs 40.5 grams. It is hallmarked with Chato's conjoined initials as shown as w...

Frank Patania Sr. (1899-1964) designed this textured necklace in the 1950's. The center panel measures 1 1/4" high x 1 5/8" across. The wearable length is 17" and can be adjusted down to 15" if desired. The necklace weighs 46 grams & is in beautiful condition with a warm, aged patina. Patania's FP STERLING hallmarks are found on the back of the necklace.

A colossal and magnificent sterling and multi stone ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs(1929-82). Large central stone of quartz is surrounded by polished , irregular shaped pink tourmaline, smokey topaz, rose quartz, citrine and aquamarine. The ring is a size 6 1/2 and the face measures 1 1/2" long and 1 1/8" wide It is in fine original condition and weighs 18 grams. No chips or cracks to the stones. Signed on reverse STERLING H. FRED SKAGGS HAND MADE. Please see the fabulous earrings and ...

The frogs(two)pendant is antique and is from Tibet. The frogs are a symbol of prosperity. the beads are Chinese turquoise and red and yellow jasper combined with sterling silver. Note the lovely design on the reverse side of the pendant. Necklace is 17" end to end. Pendant is 2 1/2" nose to foot, and 1 5/8" side to side.

In my opinion the best Mexican modernist designer, Salvador Teran was a maestro of many talents and created some of the most striking pieces of Taxco jewelry. Offered here is his signature "Moon and Star" bracelet, which aptly demonstrates his ability to create exceptional minimalist pieces. The bracelet has an inner circumference of 6 1/2" and is ideal for smaller to medium wrists. Its face is approx. 1 3/4" square and the width of the two "wings" tapers from 1" to 3/4". Measuring 66.9 grams...

A stunning sterling and jelly opals necklace by San Miguel de Allende, Mexico artist Carmen Beckmann who was active from c.1955. This magnificent piece features 27 colorful,vibrant jelly opals placed intricately between silver balls all framed in graduated sized silver rectangular links. The stone backs are open so the light can reflect the gorgeous colors of the opals. Measuring 16 1/2" long, it is 1/2" wide at the center rectangle. It is in fine original condition,no chips or cracks to the sto...

A stunning sterling and white coral cuff bracelet,pin/pendant and earrings set by Carmelo Patania. Carmelo Patania founded The Thunderbird Shop in Santa Fe with his brother Frank Patania Sr. in 1937 and then opened The Kachina Shop in 1957. The cuff measures 6" around in the inside and is 1" wide. It weighs 50 grams. The pin/pendant measures 2" diameter and the clip earrings measure 1 1/4" long and 3/4" wide. All pieces are in fine original condition and all pieces are signed CP Sterling. This ...

An impressive hinged bracelet with an industrial design based on machine-age influences. It is of hollow construction, with each angular piece connected by pins of base metal. The hidden clasp, composed of a hooked piece that neatly engages a hinge pin, seamlessly continues the alternating geometrical peaks of the bracelet. Because of its light weight and curved construction, the bracelet is quite comfortable to wear, despite its hefty look. The surface exhibits a soft patina and slight signs of...

Perfect for the Power Finger, this wrap, crossover deeply engraved, chased ring marked: "A. Cazares" & Taxco Mexico 925, reminding one of the work by the early famous Taxco silversmiths Aguilar, Castillo, etc. Presently at 7, yet can be adjusted up or down at will. Is 1.75" long with a shank of 1/4" at the narrowest. Very nice at 10 Grams.

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A rarely coming up bracelet by Taxco's foremost modernist maestro, this Antonio Pineda treasure is wrought in silver and adorned with obsidian bars and pearls. The design can be seen in Stromberg's catalogue for Pineda's exhibition at UCLA's Fowler Museum but in necklace form and it is a pleasure to wear! Caged in bullet-shaped links the obsidian bars peer through the cut-outs, their dark power contrasting with the delicate whiteness of the pearls. Ingeniously articulated, it feels like one's ow...

From the same collection as the other Jensen pieces that I have been offering,this is a magnificent, hand hammered, sterling and amber Art Nouveau bracelet by Georg Jensen Denmark. There are 4 large ovals of amber bezel set with surrounding silver beadwork, alternating with beetle shaped silver links that have small rounds of bezel set amber on both top and bottom of the link. The color of the amber is dazzling. One of the large amber ovals is the clasp so the bracelet looks continuous when clos...

These imaginative earrings evoke an organic, leaf-like design of molten pieces of sterling silver folded into half-moons. One earring still bears the original thin metal tag with a maker's name of Lenferink preceded by what looks like an entwined DL. This could be Harrie Lenferink, a contemporary Dutch artist and jewelry designer. The earrings have a nice heft, with clip backs marked sterling with an impressed rosette. The clips are in good working order and fit snugly on the ear. Each measures ...

Here is a cleverly designed and expertly worked pair of sterling silver earrings of abstract form, made by studio jeweler Patricia Daunis of Maine. Each earring is composed of a single piece of silver, cut into ribbons and twisted. The bands have a textured surface on one side that appears to have been produced by hammering or some sort of compression, as the design shows slightly on the undecorated side. The ridged design is enhanced with oxidation. The reverse of the earrings are signed Daunis...

Sold! Thank You Again Barbara, wear this in Good Health on your next journey. Who said, 'This needs to go home with me...but on a never, never plan.'

Now they tell me 9 years after it is sold that this is an unsigned Miriam Haskell! Sigh...
Mesh Brass Bib Choker Necklace w 9 Bead Drops of ca 1900 Dragon Ojime, Cherry Amber, Cinnabar, Himalayan Silver Coral, Czech Amphora Art Glass, Bronze Inlay, Bejing, Japanese, Turquoise and more. As if someone traveled the world in the 1920's c...

A vintage 1930s lady's 14k yellow gold diamond ring. This size 9-1/4 ring features a 25 point round brilliant cut diamond (VS-2, E-F) with two 2 point single cut diamonds. It weighs 2.3 grams, it is stamped 14K, and it has a recent very conservative independent gemological appraisal for $1200 CDN. This ring is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted;...

Exceptional, rare early Georg Jensen Denmark Art Nouveau 830 silver and chrysoprase pendant no.54.It is 2 1/2"long and 1 1/4" wide. It is in fine original condition with no chips, cracks or scratches to the stone. It is hallmarked with the 1915-27 hallmark as shown. This pendant with labradorite , rather than chrysoprase, is featured in the book GEORG JENSEN A TRADITION OF SPLENDID SILVER by Janet Drucker. This is museum quality Georg Jensen.

Generously sized, an early Matilde Poulat brooch featuring two of Matl's classic motifs, her repousse birds perched on the flowers of a stylized potted plant. Adorned with coral and turquoise, the pin can be enjoyed as such or as a pendant with the use of a simple pin-to-pendant converter. Beautifully made, playfully articulated, this is a must-have for the Poulat collector. The brooch measures 2 3/8" tall by just above 2 1/2" wide and weighs 26.7 grams. It is signed with Matl's name in script...

Having justly earned a place in the pantheon of those artists whose work changed the way we design and think about silver jewelry, Matilde Poulat created a whole school of silversmiths who emulated her work not only when she was alive and active but even today, in the so called "post-1980" period of Mexican jewelry making. Based on Matl's signature Palomas motif, this is a big, impressive, nicely made bracelet. Coral, amethyst and tiny turquoise beads stud the repousse and wire work ornam...

Repousse balls and hand carved swirls are prominently featured on this gorgeous Margot De Taxco necklace. This necklace can be seen displayed on the cover of Penny Morrill's Book, "William Spratling & The Mexican Silver Renaissance". The treasure is in collector quality with no damage of any kind. There is 19 inches in length and a 17 inch wearable length due to it's width. It measures 1 7/8ths inches in height and a 237 gram weight. A most stunning presence when worn, just LOOK AT THAT NECK...

This flower basket brooch by Vrba is spectacular, huge and very three dimensional. Verba, who formerly designed for Miriam Haskell, has outdone himself on this one! Composed of glass beads and shimmering amathyst rhinestones placed in a dark metal setting, this brooch is a show stopper when worn. And, it is a treasure for the collector. An astounding 5" high, 4" wide and (approximately) 1 1/4" deep. Signed Lawrence Vrba on an oval plaque.