This is a Pair of STERLING PIEDRA NEGRA EARRINGS from a Maryland USA Estate. These are mixed metal Earrings with copper mixed; the size is 2 7/8" X 1 5/16". Ca. 1975 - 1995... clearly marked 925 and PIEDRA NEGRA ....... ADD to the Collection
This is a SIGNED CORO CRAFT STERLING MULTI FLAGS BROOCH from a Maryland Estate... info as follows: Description: sterling vermeil, enamelling; Marked: Sterling Craft by Coro
Reference: Brunialti, American Costume Jewelry, p. 48 dates the mark to 1942. The initials refer to the flags - America, Britain, China, the Dutch - though Holland itself was occupied after 1940, the Dutch Empire in the East Indies continued in this 'ABCD' alliance against Japan)...
This is from a Northern Virginia Estate of VINTAGE JEWELRY. This EISENBERG ORIGINAL STERLING CLIP measures 2 1/2" long X 2 1/4" wide. There is one tiny RS missing (can be easily replaced); some age discoloration after 80 years of Jewelry life... not offensive to the viewer. Note this is a STERLING ORIGINAL piece .. difficult to locate item. Add to the Collection
Art Smith modernist sterling necklace and bracelet set w/amethyst
Sterling silver choker and bracelet
Choker measures appx. 3 7/8" x 4" interior diameter
Bracelet measures appx. 2 1/8" x 2 1/8" interior diameter
Large amethyst orb measures 3/4" in diameter
Lot weight - 49 grams
Necklace signed
Excellent vintage condition
Ed Wiener - rare modernist brooch
Original blackened patina
2 3/4" 1"
Marked Ed Wiener sterling
Very good vintage condition
STUDY of 6 signed hand made one of a kind brooches and/or pendants by the estate of MARCI ZELMANOFF, US modernist artist who worked in various arts, including jewelry. Each is signed and made of silver, brass, and copper. All in excellent condition except for some wear marks in the background copper. Presented here are # 4-5-6 chronologically...
This is a EUROPEAN SILVER CABLE CAR CHARM. An Austrian Alps
original the size is 9/16" X 3/4" overall; marked on the side 835. Note the Flowers on the other side with the Yellow & White Enamels. Ca. 1950- 1975 in Excellent Condition
This is a STERLING ANTONIO TIE BAR from an East Coast USA Estate. This Tie Bar measures 2 1/8" X 3/8". Marked on the back: 970 SILVER/ 17 within the Eagle/ STERLING MEXICO/ ANTONIO CROWN.
Great handcrafted look by one of the TOP designers of the era ca. 1953 - 1975
Art Smith modernist jewelry silver necklace/choker dubbed "Paraspiral"
Exquisite hand wrought form - very rare in silver
1950
Measures approximately 2" at tallest point
Diameter approximately 5" x 4 3/4", should fit a 14 or 14 1/2" neck
Excellent vintage condition
Paul Lobel modernist sterling silver brooch
1950
Large and well crafted this brooch weighs 23.30 grams
Measurements - 4 3/4" long x 3" wide
Marked Lobel, sterling on verso
Very good vintage condition
This is a STERLING ASTROLOGICAL SERIES PIN BY CINI. The SCALES with LIBRA Beautifully Crafted on the Front. The size is 2" x 2 1/8". Marked on the back: C STERLING/ By Cini. In EXCELLENT Condition ca. 1960-1985
This is a BEAUTIFUL and UNUSUAL ART NOUVEAU Vermeil STERLING BROOCH from a Virginia, suburb of Washington DC Estate. Rare to find both the NOUVEAU age and the Swimming subject matter. Size is 3" X 1 7/8". Inquire for the price
This is a MUST for SERIOUS TRIFARI COLLECTORS. A Sought after TRIFARI BUG or WASP Pin that measures 1 7/8" X 2". A Vermeil WASP this TRIFARI has
Clear Rhinestone Accents around the Head and Wings. The LARGE Central JELLYBELLY measures 3/4" in Diameter.
Marked on the back: DES.PAT.NO./ 137200. Back of the other wing reads: TRIFARI...Crown logo over the T. Circa 1950's some of the Gilding has worn with time but all wear is of the Normal Use Variety/ no Abuse...
Group of 6 in a study of hand-signed, in script, mixed metal brooches and/or pendants by the late MARCI ZELAMNOFF and from her estate. They are presented separately and made between 1979-1980. Each is one of a kind and are presented in chronological order. Born in 1942 in Philadelphia, she attended the Rhode Island School of Design and studied with Brent Kingston and Olaf Skoogers. She was a painter, sculptor, and silversmith...
This majestic piece was designed & signed c. 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The necklace measures 16 1/2" long X 1 3/4" wide & weighs 226 grams. Originally strung on twine, the necklace has been professionally restrung on sterling silver fox tail chain. Each link is set with a turquoise cab. Excellent condition & patina. The necklace is secured with a slide in pin closure. This rare necklace was purchased from a NYC Park Av. estate...
With articulated detail & dimension this exceptional 980 sterling silver piece was designed & signed circa 1930's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Weighing 110 grams of near pure silver the necklace has a wearable length of 17 inches. The serpent pendant is 3 1/4" long X 2 1/8" across X 1" high. In mint condition with a beautiful patina that only comes with age. Hallmarked 980 WS TAXCO...
The Clouds is one of the most sought after Spratling designs. It is shown full page in the book WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penney Morrill. With a silver quality of 980 and weighing 132 grams it displays a rich presence. An inner diameter of 4inches which is approximately 16.5 + inches allows the necklace to fit most. The links are built on a curve and are 1in. tall. The stones are a lovely well matched and warm teal colored turquoise...
An absolutely extraordinary pair of vintage sterling cuff bracelets by Frank Patania Sr. from his Thunderbird Shop in Santa Fe, NM. Impeccable, precise craftsmanship and design speak in these pieces. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, they are 2 1/2" wide and weigh 284 grams total. Only one of the cuffs is signed so will only be sold as a pair. Fine original condition and signed as shown. These are truly magnificent.