All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1162554
Bold, sensuous sterling silver cuff bracelet designed and signed (c.1955) by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar. Bracelet measures 3 1/2 inches wide from the top of the left curled end to the bottom of the right curled end, it is 1 1/2" wide in the center and 2 1/2" on each individual end. 6" interior length with 1 1/8 gap opening for a total wearable length of 7 inches. Weighs 102 grams or 3.06oz. Marked HA 940 TAXCO with Aguilar's eagle # 9...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #163121
From the same estate as the azur- malachite bracelet by Enrique Ledesma that I am offering, this bracelet is made up of 15 panels of faceted amethyst crystal fused in silver. This is the skill for which Ledesma is best known. His work of this nature is impeccable and unmatched by other Taxco artists. This fabulous bracelet measures 8" end to end and 1" wide. It is in excellent original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The safety chain will need to be reattached on one side...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1230381 (stock #paperclip)
We are offering Hector Aguilar's paper clip bracelet that has a hefty weight of 110 grams. One of the pictures show a close up of the "paper clips" spread out. It feels soft and silky with a high purity of 940 silver. It is unique in the movement as all of the rings move as you move. The piece flows like a slinky that is brand new, right out of the box. The bracelet is 1 1/8th in. wide and is 8in. long. The fit is more of a bangle fit and the actual wearable length is more like a 7in...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1300866
Smashing color combination of peridot and amethysts in this stunning sterling ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. The center highly polished irregular shaped peridot is surrounded by 8 highly polished irregular shaped amethysts. Currently a size 6, this ring could by sized as it is plain silver in the back. The face of the ring measures 1 1/8" long and 7/8" wide. It is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones and weighs 12.3 grams. Signed as shown. EXQUISITE !!
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1256354
Aquatic conch starfish shaped pendant or pin of sterling silver & volcanic obsidian designed and signed circa 1950's by William Spratling(1900-67). Pendant measures 3 1/2" long X 2 13/16" wide. Early sterling silver chain measures 21" long. Pin back & safety work perfectly. Obsidian stone is deep in color with green/gold colors flashing on the edges as pendant moves in the light. Beautiful condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. No repairs...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1960 item #169057
Large, colorful ivory and sterling Ming's Bird of Paradise pin. Ming's of Hawaii has closed and the jewelry from this store is quite sought after. The ivory and sterling pieces are particularly valuable. This wonderful pin measures 3 3/4" by 1 3/4" at the widest point. It is in fine original condition with no breaks or chips to the ivory. The sterling has a dark patina which could be cleaned if so desired by the next owner. The pin reverse is signed Ming's Sterling as shown in the photo...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1097677
Fabulous hand made sterling and #8 turquoise ring by notable Navajo silversmith Mark Chee. Active from the 1930 - 60's, he was a benchsmith for Frank Patania and is considered one of the most important Navajo silversmiths of the mid 20th century. This rare ring is a size 7 1/2 and the face measures 1 1/4" long and 7/8" wide. It is in fine original condition and the spectacular stone is free of chips or cracks. Signed as shown. This is a piece to be cherished.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1334058 (stock #160506)
Reveriano Castillo worked first with William Spratling and then for Hector Aguilar. This Reveri bracelet full of tiny beads and chain link is one inch tall and 7 in. long of methodical placement of each. The weight is 58 grams of thick silver with heft. Not one dent on any of the beads. Properly hallmarked as shown and works with any wardrobe change. A true treasure.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Glass : Italian : Pre 1960 item #1047411
Fabulous Fifties Fratelli Toso Murano Torchiere in vibrant hues of blue, pink and yellow ribbons with aventurine and latticino/zanfirico canes in mezza filigrana. This striking lamp truly makes a statement and stands on its own as a focal point in any room of your home. Lamp stands 24 inches tall and is approximately 7 1/2 inches in diameter at the base. There is a round, silver foil label in base that reads Murano/ Made In Italy/ Glass as for Fratelli Toso...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1960 item #491459 (stock #143)
A beautiful seascape at sunset with incredible tonality and use of light. Oil on board signed lower right and stamped on reverse all rights reserved painted by Robert wood and includes an additional painting a study of a flower. Measuring 8x10 inches framed in a one of a kind custom hand carved and gilt frame measuring overall 14x16 inches in excellent condition some roughness on the edges...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #331729
A fantastic sterling and azur-malachite necklace and matching screwback earrings by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1960 item #1402009
Pair of sterling silver cufflinks designed by Alphonse La Paglia for International Silver Company, ca 1953. They measure 1 1/8" wide, and 7/8" high. Stamped on back: "International Silver, La Paglia Designed, 113" Cufflinks are in good condition, some tarnish visible, very slight signs of wear on silver surface. The design is clearly in the Danish George Jensen style, and features ginko leaves with a tendril and beads or berries. Alphonse La Paglia (1907-1953) was an Italian designer who st...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1144263 (stock #bracfelipema)
Felipe Martinez is the designer for this rare bracelet consisting of a niello background, a filigree inset and touched off with repousse beading all around. There is patina around all the bead work and it will be left for the new owner to leave or keep. There are no dents or damage of any kind. The piece measures 7 inches long, is made of thick silver and is 1.25in. wide. The weight is 45 grams. It is properly hallmarked as shown. The matching necklace and earring set is also listed on my site....
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1284119
Vintage sterling Margot de Taxco "AM PM" necklace, bracelet, and earrings. Any of these pieces alone are very hard to find but to have a full set is really RARE !!! The links of silver have an oxidized background and the Roman numerals of the necklace and the AM PM letters of the bracelet and earrings are done in high relief. Most spectacular is the heavy three dimensional hourglass charm hanging from the bracelet. Many times, if one can find the bracelet, the hourglass is missing so to have th...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1960 item #349946 (stock #T 1135)
SOLD. Ancient Auspicious Spiral Design on this mid 20th century tested sterling silver Modernist Modernism Studio bracelet with a large round bright green Jade disc charm. Odd custom made closure in that the 1 3/8" rich green jade disc is at the end of a chain allowing the bracelet to 8 1/2" then you loop it around to create a closer fit. 1.4 Oz 40 Grams weight. SOLD
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #289553
An astounding and extremely rare sterling pill box in the form of an articulated fish by William Spratling.The head of the fish opens to reveal a 1" deep compartment to keep whatever you wish. All of the scales move and make you feel sure that this fish can swim. Measuring 6 1/4" long and 2" at the widest point, it is in beautiful original condition and weighs 82 grams. It is signed with the WS script mark and eagle 30 which ,according to the spratlingsilver.com website, dates it c. 1951-56. A t...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1960 item #30203
This is a SPRATLING STERLING SILVER and CARVED AMETHYST PIN. The Stone has a FLORAL Look and the HEAVY Sterling matches the Carving. Size is 1 1/8" X 2 1/8". STANDARD Crossover Pin and Safety Mechanism on the back. Ca. 1950 the Double Mark reads: SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO; SPRATLING/ SILVER. ADD to the SPRATLING COLLECTION. {Please note this Seller will add a jpg of the maker's mark on return from a several day business trip}.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1235082
Sculptural wave and beaded sterling silver bracelet designed c. 1950-60's by modernist Taxco, Mexico designer Antonio Pineda(1919-2009). Cuff interior measures 5 1/2" from end to end with a 1" gap opening and measures 1 1/4 inch high. Weighs 79 grams, 2.08 oz. Hallmarked with the Antonio crown, ANTONIO, TAXCO, 970, eagle, HECHO EN MEXICO, LOS CASTILLO COOP. P. 139-40 of Bille Hougart's book THE LITTLE BOOK OF MEXICAN SILVER TRADE & HALLMARKS show and explain examples of this combination of marks...