All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1179349
From the wearable art movement of the mid-century, these are sterling screwback earrings by Modernist Ed Wiener. Like miniature mobiles, they measure 1 1/2" long and wide and when on the ear, they move when you move. Fine original condition and signed as shown. A fine example of the work of this great jeweler.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1277325 (stock #hec141112br)
We are offering a rarely seen Hector Aguilar bracelet that is 7.25in. long and 1in. wide. This bracelet is very comfortable to wear and moves like a slinky on your arm. No damage or flaws of any kind and collector quality. Correctly hallmarked as shown.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #954736
Rare heavy sculptural sterling silver belt buckle designed and signed (c.1946)by modernist Ed Wiener.(1918-91) Measures 2 1/2" across the top and 1 1/2" down. Back loop will fit up to 1 1/8 inch strap. Raised abstract design. 34grams. Beautiful vintage condition with no dents or dings. Wiener opened his first shop in New York City in 1946. Featured in MESSENGERS OF MODERNISM where it's said of Wiener, "As a jeweler he was an interpreter of the major trends in modern art".
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Copper : Pre 1960 item #801093
Rebajes Elephant made of cut and hammered copper. Probably intended to be used as an ashtray this piece appears to be unused. Rebajes animals are not easily found, and make excellent additions to a Rebajes collection. Signed. Length is 9 inches, Width is 5 1/2 inches; overall condition is very good, this is "as found". 1940/1950's
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1370264 (stock #172811b)
I have never seen this vintage design 441 Los Castillo bracelet before. It has a striking presence at 1.5in. tall and has excellent weight at 78 grams. The length is 7 inches which fits most. There are no damages or repairs on this treasure. The patina is natural and dark. I added a picture of a Doris Silver pectoral also listed on my site that is a wonderful pairing to this bracelet. Definitely mark this one down for collectors of things of beauty, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Copper : Pre 1960 item #631667 (stock #20050079)
Large pair of copper masks by Rebajes. One Comedy, One Tragedy. Masks are in excellent condition. Both are marked Rebajes, and are 11 inches tall by 11 ½ inches wide. Circa 1950’s
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Copper : Pre 1960 item #1074274
Fabulous pair of vintage Los Castillo weighted copper angel candleholders in a classic Salvador Teran design from the 1950s, I believe. These can be found in brass and silver plate with or without inlaid wings but I love the fantastic patina that the copper has developed over the years in this pair. Though a set, one of the pieces is slightly bigger than the other - they are after all handwrought works and bound to exhibit small dissimilarities...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1017965
Rare and magnificent repousse sterling silver pectoral necklace & earrings designed and signed c.1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Margot van Voorhies Carr. Margot passed in 1985. The necklace has a wearable length up to 16 1/2 inches. Each swan is 3 1/4"L X 1 1/2"W. Together the measurement of the double swan pendant is approximately 5" across and 2 1/4"H. The earrings are each 1 1/4"L. Screw backs work perfectly. Total weight of the set is 3.6oz, 101grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #12638 (stock #92FX)
These blue eyed fast flyers can fly tgether as a brooch or can be separated and worn as two clips. They are gold plated, marked Coro Duette and also Coro with the pegasus mark. Pat. No. 1798867 is stamped on the frame. Overall measurements are 2 1/8" wide, 2 1'4" high.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #428326
A massive sculptural bracelet featuring comma shaped links terminating with large bezel set round cabachon amethysts by Antonio Pineda. Circa 1950, this bracelet is 7" around in the inside, 1 1/4" wide and weighs 105 grams. It is in beautiful original condition with intact safety chain. Signed as shown. A piece of wearable art.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1960 item #184261
Beautiful sterling abstract design bracelet by Danish Modernist Bent Knudsen. Impeccable construction with lots of movement, it measures 7" end to end and is 7/8" wide. The closure is a fascinating screw bolt. It weighs 94 grams and has a matte finish. The condition is excellent and all original.Signed for Bent Knudsen, Denmark as shown in the photo. A great machine age industrial bracelet from one of Denmark's most important designers.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Platinum : Vintage : Pre 1960 item #1110477 (stock #TR678)
A vintage platinum and diamond eternity band with twenty-five full cut bezel set diamonds. The twenty-five diamonds have G-H color and VS1 clarity and an approximate total weigh of 1.75Ct. The side of band is decorated by a classic design, and is a size 9¾.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #143764
Magnificent, rare sterling necklace by Margot De Taxco. This is a huge and bold piece with a truly unique combination of design elements.The central plate which measures 4 7/8" across and 2" wide is composed of the Greek key design adorned with scrolls and balls and a large flower on each end. Attached on hinges at each end are hinged links of the Greek key design. The links are 1/2" wide and end with a secure push in clasp...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1960 item #1385881
This is a beautiful and rarely seen sterling bracelet designed by Bent Gabrielsen for Hans Hansen. The circular links all seamlessly connect and move and flow. They terminate with an ingenious screw bolt clasp. Measuring 8" end to end, it is 1/2" wide and weighs 103 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A stunning Danish Modernist bracelet.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1960 item #416674 (stock #T 1337)
Sold. Interesting Sterling Silver Coiled Cobra Ring marked W Superimposed S or $ sign in Half Circle and other obliterated marks. Has some age as the eye area's lines are a bit softened from age. Presently @ 7.5 yet your jeweler could resize. North to South 1 5/8" and no issues.
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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1960 item #333411 (stock #T 1032)
Sold. Arts & Crafts Tradition Continental Silver Knuckle to Knuckle Ring w free form bezel set 22mm X 40mm Golden Amber Cab and 4 Hallmarks: lady facing right with a" W: behind her head. Sits 1 1/2 X 1 1/4" and weighs 18 grams. Size 7. Super condition with rich darkening in crevices as it is suppose to show. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1308072 (stock #152908)
We are offering yet another Enrique Ledesma obsidian necklace of his iconic design. These stones all glow a beautiful gold sheen when in natural lighting. Ledesma is known for his exceptional skill in working with stone. There is a 16in. wearable length and a weight of 82 grams heavy. I have another listed on my site as well with a smaller link. This link is 5/8th in. tall. No chips or cracks or flaws. Well kept and a true treasure, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #951324
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Fabulous vintage bracelet in dark goldtone metal with huge prong set glass cabochons simulating amethysts, framed in rope twist settings. Very weighty and substantial. Possibly French. Circa 1950. With a foldover clasp. The oblong stones are set in crown shaped prongs. 7 1/2 inches wearable length, 1 1/8 inches wide and 7/8 inch deep. The largest stones are 1 inch long. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail. Display form is life size.