A vintage modernist pendant by Jens Ib. Bluitgen, who was head of the design workshop of Georg Jensen from 1953-1961 before going out on his own. Made in Denmark. Three lightly hammered sterling curved shields with an oxidized dark patina suspended from a sterling heart shaped neck ring.
The pendant is marked 925S for Sterling, IB for the maker and Denmark. Measures 4" long and 1 1/8" at the widest. The pendant has some minor wear to the finish on the front and tarnish on the back...
A classic 14K yellow gold "Tree of Life" pin by Mikimoto. This design is an enduring classic available only from the higher-level Mikimoto boutiques. The pin is set with twelve cultured pearls, ranging in size from 4.89 to 6.79 mm. The pearls are of exceptional AAA quality, with cream body color, rose overtones, a bright luster. The back is marked with Mikimoto's oyster shell signature.
- Japan, circa 2010
- Excellent condition
- 1 1/4" x 1 11/16"
- 8.2 grams
Here is a nicely designed, solid pair of Mexican sterling silver earrings. They are decorated with balls and curls around center squares, defined by a subtle patina. They are marked sterling, but bear no maker’s mark; the clip backs are in good working order. They measure about 1 inch square.
A signed Joel cream and brown enamel panels gold plated bracelet from the 1970s (we think). This heavy, fine quality 6-3/4 x 1-1/8" bracelet has tan panels alternating with narrow root beer brown panels with striations under the enamel. It has a box clasp and it it signed Joël (we haven't found any information on this firm). It in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...
From a Virginia Estate...this is a hard to find STERLING LEONORE DOSKOW 2 FISH PIN. Depicted in this Pin the Fish are Swimming among the Reeds. Size: 1 1/2" in dimater. Good Naturalist work
This ring has a beautiful design and is a size 9. It is large, measuring 1 1/4" (from top to bottom). The band measures 1/4", wrapping around to display its swirly, modernist design. It reminds me of a miniature, wraparound bracelet, as the top and bottom "swirls" are not fused together. It is marked MEXICO and 925. It has good heft and is in excellent condition.
This 1960s pendant is composed of what appears to be a very thickly molded pewter, roughly finished and suspended from a sturdy cable chain. The back of the pendant bears an unidentified maker’s mark of Å.A. Pendant measures 3 1/8 inches long by 2 5/8 inches wide. The entire necklace, including pendant and chain, drops almost 17 inches; it does not have a clasp.
"SUN AND MOON" pin by William Spratling, Mexico, c.1979. Signed "TS-24 WILLIAM SPRATLING TAXCO MEXICO 925 WS", it measures 3 1/4" wide by 2" high. Excellent condition with lovely copper patina on moon......$20 for insured US shipping.
Jorma Laine modernist silver necklace
830 silver
Finland
1972
Pendant measures 3 7/8" long x 1 1/2" wide
Necklace should fit a 15 1/2" neck
Weight - 66 grams
Marked on back of pendant
Very good vintage condition, minor scattered surface scratches
This Thelma Deutsch giraffe is silver tone in color studded with pink and aqua colored rhinestones. Thelma Deutsch was very popular California designer in the 1970-1980.
This brooch is 3 3/4" x 2 3/4" . It is hallmarked Thelma Deutsch in an oval cartouche.<
Reference: Masterpieces of Costume Jewelry by Ball and Torem, p 196.
This handmade runway neck piece has a center of long, narrow red marquis rhinestones, flat back, rose color, faceted rectangular stones & hand carved rose color drops. These stones are surrounded by many fuchsia & clear rhinestone accents. Everything is attached by hand to a deep rose silk satin panel that ties in a bow in the back. Spectacular! Center part of the neck piece is 7" ((18 cm) x 3 3/8" (9 cm) deep. The partly beaded ribbons extend 15 1/2" (39.5 cm) on either side...
Lovely signed Mikimoto flower-form brooch in 18K yellow gold set with pearls. The flower petals are made up of very fine quality 6-6.5mm pearls, estimated at AA. The nacre is thick and very lustrous. The body color is white with green/rose overtones. The back of the pin is marked with Mikimoto’s hallmark and the gold content.
Origin: Japan, ca. 1990. Condition: mint. Size: 2-1/8” x 1-1/8”. Weight: 6.5 grams.
Today we have a truly unique eagle 3 and signed Mario, vintage, Mexican, silver necklace. The Deco design is made with a structure of gold sheen obsidian cylinders. Every piece of silver is thick which includes even the silver dangles are more like bars of silver. The quality is shown with 84 grams of silver. No damage to silver or stones. There is approximately 17 inches of wearable length to the neck chain. The drop is 5.5 inches long with a width of 3.5in. that narrows to 2in. across...
An elegant pair of 18K gold earrings featuring large cultured mabe pearls surrounded by borders of brilliant round cut diamonds (E/F color; VVS2 clarity) and square cut blue sapphires of similar fine quality. The pearls have fine creamy body color with rose overtones and a high luster. Jewels by Spark were retailed by Neiman Marcus and other luxury purveyors. The original posts were removed for wear only with the omega clips, but could easily be replaced...
This gorgeous, glistening Hagler set has everything: tiny iridescent blue and pearl colored glass beads, huge royal blue crystals, clear rhinestones and faceted iridescent crystals. The overall effect is sparkling and stunning! The necklace has a double level gilt filigree backing with the Hagler oval name plate on the pendant. The pendant and one earring are marked Stanley Hagler NYC. The necklace is 18 1/2" end to end. Pendant is 2 1/2" in diameter. Earrings are 1 1/4" square.
Vintage sterling Modernist pin from Hans Hansen, Denmark. Very minimalist in design but the result is bold and sculptural. Measuring 2 5/8" by 1 3/4", it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A wonderful jacket or coat pin.
Carl Tasha modernist sterling silver pendant necklace
1970's
Pendant - 4" long
Chain - 17" long when extended
Very nice vintage condition
Hans Appenzeller sterling silver cuff bracelet
The Netherlands
1970s
Interior circumference 5 1/4" with a rear opening of 1 1/4"
2 1/2" x 1 1/2"
This solid and well crafted bracelet weighs a hefty 76 grams
Marked Appenzeller, sterling
Excellent vintage condition