Wonderful Sterling Ring size 6.75 (adjusts up to 7.25) which could be worn by either male or female musicologist or lover of music! Shank: 1/8" wide. Marked: "Leonore Doskow" and "Handmade Sterling". Please see closeup.

A charming agate geode and sterling pendant and matching earrings by Scottsdale, Arizona Modernist artist Ray Graves(b.1921).He opened his shop "Gra-Wun" in 1959 and closed it in 2001. "Gra-Wun" is also the mark on his jewelry. The geode slices are vibrant colors of blue and green.The settings holding the geodes are all one piece and beautifully form the prongs. These clip back earrings measure 1" diameter and the pendant is a tad smaller at 7/8"...

An awesome handmade sterling cuff with a huge amber chunk by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. This is a massive, bold cuff with a side opening which makes a great look. The central focus of the cuff is the applied setting housing the stone. Measuring 1 7/8" wide, it is 6 3/4" around in the inside and has a 1 3/8" opening. In fine original condition, it weighs 130 grams. This bracelet is 3 dimensional and looks different and interesting from every angle.Signed as shown...

This is a hard bound catalogue of the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum paperweight collection, illustrating 1563 weights, 1200 in color, the balance in black and white, with an introduction by Geraldine J Casper, Curator. Copyright 1989 and published by the United States Historical Society Press, the volume is in fine condition. ISBN o-8109-3350-0 (Abrams)

A simple and sophisticated sterling bracelet of oval links that are linked together by two small circular links by New York Modernist Maxwell Chayat. This bracelet measures 7 1/2" end to end, is 7/8" wide and weighs 36 grams. Fine original condition, secure push in clasp. Signed Chayat Sterling. Great alone or with your other sterling bracelets.

Important sizes (H 31 cm and 5cm thickness, 500gr weight) , nice encrusted patina with important signs of use. Presented on an iron stand. Further information on request

Unmarked Unsigned Sweeping Studio Silver 'Safety' Pin with Silvery Gray Art Glass Stone that has been bezel set. Very well executed, a shame it is unmarked, Late Arts Crafts or Danish perhaps? Tests at least 90% silver. Primitive but effective 'diaper', kilt pin stem with nice spring feel to it. Has not been polished. 2.5" long X .5" wide. Were this signed, it would certainly command more than twice this low price.
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Reply: regrettably, do not remember price sold. SOLD, NO PRICE, NO INFO. Signed SGP in triangle Studio Sterling Silver Hand Wrought Hand Hammered Open Cut Work by Cape Cod's own Stavre Gregor Panis Pin Brooch and SB Earrings. The round ish floral leaf chased brooch is 1 3/4" while the unsigned square ish SB earrings are 3/4" and were once worn as a 'set'. SOLD, NO PRICE, NO INFO.

Very rare dimensional sterling and natural stone clip by American studio artist Irena Bryner, c. 1950. This is the first piece of her work I have been able to acquire. It is just not seen on the market. Bryner was a founding member of the San Francisco Metal Arts Guild. There is a chapter about her life and work in the book MESSENGERS OF MODERNISM. This clip is in excellent original condition measuring 2 3/8" by 1"...

Marked Stamped: "LEONORE DOSKOW HANDMADE STERLING" Pin Brooch in the shape of what looks like Cinderella's Pumpkin, Posey Pin or Tulip shape. Alas, it has a booboo! Thus the low price. The safety was not present when this was acquired, yet it holds super safely. Unpolished and beautiful at 1/2 Oz or 16 Grams and 1 7/8" X 1.5". Please see pix

Sold, no price, no info. Stamped Signed Initials "SCC" and Sterling, this Modernist or simply Bench Made Studio Ring with a 22 X 28 mm Bezel Set Agate or Jasper Dome Gem that sits ~ 1/4" high in the bezel in Delish Swirls of Golden Amber Brown, Foggy Gray and touch of Paprika hues. For the Power Forefinger presently adjusted to 6.75, but could easily adjust up or down. In Very Nice pre-owned Unpolished condition and weighs .5 Ounce or 16 Grams. Sold, no price, no info.

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.

A most fabulous sterling abstract ring by Modernist Paul Lobel. This ring makes a BIG statement on the finger measuring a TALL 2" long!.It is a size 5 - 5 1/2 and in fine original condition. Signed Lobel Sterling. Striking and wonderful on and so rare to find a ring by Paul Lobel.

ON HOLD. Vintage modernist unsigned, tested sterling silver hammered forged necklace with odd size links & 3 light blue ceramic beads on 3 hammered paddle drops. Does this not have a vague ish Fannie Hillsmith ish look to it? Nearby NH is lucky to have had a modernist artist such as Fannie Hillsmith living there. The Free earrings have same ceramic beads and appear to have been made using fancy sterling clips marked: "Ster. Pat. 1967965" representing the years 1934 to 1935...

SOLD. Signed studio sterling silver piece: NAGELE STERLING & a 4 Petal Flower Maker's Mark with fleur de lis & early 19th Century motifs punched into this 3 1/8 X 3/8" Clip weighing .5 Oz or 14 Grams. Could be used on Money, Tie or Bookmark. Better yet wear it as a pendant! Please collect with confidence after reviewing the dozens of Trocadero verified feedbacks. SALE PENDING

Fabulous bold, strong design in this sterling pendant and matching earrings by American studio artist Henry Steig. Circa 1950, the pendant measures 2 1/4" long and 1 1/2" at the widest point. It is one continues piece of silver including the bail and hangs on a sterling chain original to the piece. This is a solid, heavy pendant, weighing 40 grams including the chain.The jumpring has been replaced. The earrings are screw back and measures 1 1/4" long and 5/8" at the widest point...

This is a smashing sterling and wire wrapped glass ball pendant and chain by Modernist Paul Lobel. It is three dimensional and interesting from every angle. A great size, measuring 2 1/2" including the bail, it is on its' original chain 18" also made by Paul Lobel. It is in fine original condition and both the pendant and the chain clasp are signed LOBEL STERLING. One of the nicest Lobel pieces I have seen.

This item has been shipped. Signed Modern Hammered Clip: Copper, Brass, Sterling Figural Accents Scribed mark: "...M A S" ? on back and other illegible camera shy marks. Thomas Mann? Two bezel set cabochons in Lapis and either Sodalite or Onyx. 2 X 1.75" and weighs a bit under 1 Oz or 26 Grams on postal scale. Lots and Lots of patina on this studio piece. This has Not been polished. EXcellent Vintage condition. SOLD no price no info

Sold, no price, no info. Graceful studio reticulated leaf pattern pin brooch signed stamped: 'Sterling Hand Made Russell' by this Maine jewelry artist, Clifford Russell. The textured surface is what silversmiths call 'reticulated' and does not always result in the same look. 2 1/2 X 1 3/4. Sold, no price, no info. REPLY: 6/4/09 Ms K, will do!

Smart Studio Sterling Pin marked: "Leonore Doskow" "Handmade Sterling". 1.5" X 1". Excellent Condition. Has Not been cleaned. SOLD, no price, no info

C 1955 Signed by Esther Lewittes (1904-1990) California Studio Artist Clip Earrings. Wonderful Modernism Jewelry.
SOLD, no price, no info

Beautiful sterling and garnet cuff links by New York studio artist Sam Kramer (1913-1964), who is considered the most significant postwar American Modernist jeweler. Suitable for a man or woman, these cuff links measure 1" by 1/2" and are in fine original condition. They weigh 26 grams total and are signed with the mushroom in a circle with rabbit ears, which is Kramer's hallmark, and sterling. Great looking cuff links from the father if Modernism.

Great looking minimalist ebony and sterling earrings by American Modernist jeweler Ed Levin.C. 1950, these are screwbacks and hang 1 3/8" long. The ebony disk is 3/4" diameter. Signed LEVIN STERLING on the back of one of the disks in block letters. They are wonderful.

Spectacular sterling cuff with large blue oval mabe pearl wrapped in silver wire, hand wrought by American studio artist Francisco Rebajes. C. 1950, this bracelet measures 5 1/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 1/2" wide in the front at the widest point. The pearl is 1" long. In beautiful original condition, this piece weighs 53 grams. Signed as shown in the photo. Work in silver with stones by Rebajes is a rare find and this piece is a knock out.

A fine southern Song dynasty Qingbai covered box, rounded side with ribbing at the body suggested petal and unglazed base, there is a flower motif at the center, box covered with good bluish white glaze.
Box is in good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size: 12 cm diameter.

A smashing sterling wrap bracelet with a gold wash and wire wrapped green quartz by Modernist Arthur King. King had a shop on Madison Avenue in New York City in the 1960's. His pieces are scarce and his collectors are fierce at auctions. This remarkable piece is a tiny sculpture measuring 2" wide top to bottom at the stone and 1" wide in the back. It is 7 1/2" around in the inside and weighs 81 grams. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Brilliant!

SOLD, no price, no info. C 1950. Maybe a modernist silversmith hand made this 25" sterling silver chain, stamped the J hook: EL or EI then added a 2 1/2 bakelite pendant made of a 12mm rust color bead and a 1 1/4 dark hunter green almost black carved 'pineapple' with mixed metals silver & brass accents. SOLD, no price, no info.

Solid Ultra Modern Ring Signed: "S'Paliu" and "Spain 925 S" built up high with 2 inserted squarish chrysoprase stones. Resembles the "Moltke Denmark" ring on page 238 of Christie Romero's 3rd edition "Warman's Jewelry", but this one is of course by a Spain Modernist. Very Architectural! Size 7.5. 1.25" N to S and 5/8" wide. Shank is 1/4" wide and 1+ mm thick. Just under 1/2" oz. postal scale...

Unique circa 1950s sterling silver necklace by important mid-century silversmith Rebajes. The hand wrought pendant is constructed of silver, a green stone that appears to be agate or jade, and a glowing genuine (cultured?) pearl. The large pendant measures approx. 2.5" in length (including the bale) and 2" in width. It has a small silver plaque on the rear bearing the old "Rebajes, Sterling" mark with a sideways "S"...

A rare, stunning bracelet by Modernist Joachim S'Paliu of Cordorba, Spain...

A superb and rare hand hammered sterling pin with a center carnelian by New York studio artist Sam Kramer. Three dimensional and sculptural, the center piece looks very much like a propeller. One almost expects it to twirl. This pin measures 2" diameter and is in fine condition with the exception of a slight bit of solder at the base of the pin stem. I have included a photo of the area. Unless called to ones attention, it is not noticeable and in no way detracts from the pin. Signed with Sam Kra...

American studio jeweler Betty Cooke opened her first retail space in 1946 in Baltimore.Her style is considered spontaneous and according to the book MESSENGERS OF MODERNISM " she likes to think of her jewelry as metal action pieces which are based on the curve." This great bracelet certainly fits that description with the lines bending and curving in several directions as it embraces a large central oval black onyx. The center onyx piece measures 1 3/4" long and the bracelet band is 3/8" wide. T...

A beautiful teardrop shaped banded agate and sterling ring by American studio artist Henry Steig. Suitable for a man or a woman this ring is a size 5 3/4. It can be sized by you may lose the signature.The stone is 1" long. Fine original condition and weighing 17 grams, it is signed Steig Sterling. A beautiful Modernist ring.

Rancho Alegre has made a real beauty in this piece. It is heavy at 111 grams. The concave center is pulled out with perfection to the precise flat edges. Totally hand wrought and an absolute jewel for even the most serious collectors. The gap is 1.25in. and the diameter is 2.25in. The face front is a large 1 5/16th's.

SMASHING, rare and unusual sterling bracelet with agate dangles by Modernist Paul Lobel. Measuring 5 1/4" around in the inside, it is 1 1/2" wide in the front. The agate dangle hangs 2 1/2". Fine original condition and signed as shown. For the woman with attitude who wants to make a statement. A fabulous piece by one of the most important Modernist jewelers.

An amazing sterling silver modernist pendant, Hopeakuu or Silver Moon, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Nilo Westerback Oy. Marked NW, Crown for Finland, 925, U7 for 1973. Measures 4 3/4" across. 13 concentric circles joined by a stem with a cast ball in the center. Chain measures about 27" long and is also marked NW, Crown and 925. In nice vintage condition, has some tarnish and surface scratches to the front and back. Has a very small area on the back where the surface looks li...