Far Fan sterling silver serpent belt buckle
1950
Mexico
7" x 3 1/2"
Very good vintage condition
The gold sheen obsidian in this signed Los Castillo design # 201 is an excellent choice for dressing up in the little black dress or for a more formal occasion as well. Strong, using rivets to form the heavy links built on a curve. A substantial weight of 98 grams further assures it's integrity. The wearable length is 16 inches and the height of the links is 1.25 inches. Rests perfectly on the necklace. No chips, repairs or damage of any kind, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Philip Morton Modernist Brooch
1950
American modernist artisan
Author of the classic book "Contemporary Jewelry," a studio handbook, which spotlights hand made jewelry techniques and the various working artisans of the mid 20th century period
Morton's jewelry is rare and hard to find and this brooch is a great representation of the aesthetic at that time
2 1/4" in diameter
Copper and silver
Original untouched vintage condition
Spratling often used an arrow or an arrowhead in his designs. Here he pairs 925 sterling silver with matte onyx in each arrowhead link for an eye-catching combination. The necklace measures 17" long and 9/16" wide. The earrings are 1" high and inlaid with chrysocolla on the front panels. Together the necklace and earrings weigh a comfortable 57 grams. Both are in beautiful condition with minor age wear to the stones. The back of the necklace is also inlaid with matte onyx...
This Hector Aguilar 1950's Vintage Mexican Amethyst Jelly Stoned Bracelet is a true gem. Dimensions entail: A 2.5 inch inside diameter, 1.5 inches tall, 1.5 inch gap length, and a 57 gram weight.
An amazing sterling silver bracelet with rectangular bezel set amethyst cabochons and hinged ball connectors by Antonio Pineda.
The bracelet measures 7 3/4" long and 1" wide. Has a secure box clasp and a safety chain. Marked with 970, Pineda Crown, Silver, Hecho en Mexico, Eagle 17 and style number ZZ 702. A previous owner has added one link to make it longer and that link is marked Mexico 925 and what looks like TA-05. That link is right next to the clasp and not that noticeable...
Very early (1930-40's) handmade sterling silver creamer and sugar set with tray designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The set weighs 560grms. The serving tray has a handhammered finish & measures 10 1/4" X 6 1/4", 241 grms. Beautiful conditon with some very light surface scratching. Signed WS TAXCO MEXICO 925 Creamer- 3" X 4 1/2", Sugar- 3 3/4" X 4 1/2", both in beautidful condition, no dents or dings. Signed WS SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO, STERLING...
Designed by Frederick Davis in 1940's, this bracelet measures 1 3/4 inches wide X 6 7/8 inches long. The earrings are 1 3/4" long X 3/4" wide. All in beautiful condition. FD hallmarks on reverse. Slide in clasp tight & secure. Davis designs are included in WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill. FD designs are included in the permanent 20th Century Mexican Silver Collection at LACMA.
Ed Levin modernist sterling bracelet
Rare early handwrought example of Levin's work, c. 1950 or earlier.
Three 1/4" diameter sterling silver balls.
Sterling silver wrap.
Deep blue and white ceramic beads.
Inside diameter measures 2 1/2"
Marked - see picture.
Very good vintage condition.
Walter Rhodes modernist sterling silver and turquoise pendant necklace
1950
Pendant - 3" long by 2 1/2" across
Leather cord - 21" long extended
Marked Rhodes, sterling
Very good vintage condition
Strong, unique & one of his most desirable creations this 970 sterling silver cuff was designed & signed in the 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). This cuff will comfortably fit up to a 6 1/2" wrist. The back opening is 1 1/8". The largest of the 7 disks measures 1 1/2" across. Weight 80 grams. Beautiful condition & patina. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. Featured on p. 150 of the museum catalog SILVER SEDUCTION: THE ART OF MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA by Gobi Stromberg...
Rachel Gera Israeli modernist.
Bold, impressive, statement ring - sterling silver and rock crystal.
Stands 1" high on the finger.
Face - 1 1/4" x 1 3/4".
Size - 7 3/4 - 8.
Marked Gera Israel hand made 925.
Excellent vintage condition.
Circa 1943-1948, the "Armadillo" design was originally created by Valentin Vidaurreta. It's a very striking and unique piece which immediately commands attention. This bracelet has two opposing silver discs set in the center of a black strap with a silver buckle closure. The strap is very fine leather, with suede on the outside and smooth leather on the inside.
Measures 7 5/8" end to end. Closed, wearable length is 7 1/4"...
Spratling described this stunning design as "a wide Aztec bracelet with framed buttons" according to Goddard's spratlingsilver.com. It was one of Spratling's most popular designs in the 1930's - 1940's and still is today. Weighing 185 grams, the bracelet measures 2" high at the front with 1 1/8" opening at the back. The interior measures 2 1/2" across the inside. The bracelet is in beautiful condition with an aged patina. The design is also referred to as River of Life bracelet.
Large beautiful medallion sterling bracelet by the wonderful aesthetic movement designer, George Shiebler. Each of the 6 medallions are different and measure 7/8" in diameter and the bracelet is 7" long. It is signed "SHIEBLER (wings mark) STERLING #569" and is in excellent condition. Truly a major Shiebler medallion bracelet in this hard to find large size....Insured shipping fee is $21 in the USA.
Rare and large sterling art nouveau woman-reading-book "Letter Clip" by Unger Brothers, 1904. One of the most beautiful and rare designs and function, this lush piece measures a generous 2 3/4" by 2 1/4". It is signed "UB STERLING 925 FINE" and is in PERFECT condition. There is an original waffled piece of silver inside the clip so that it protects the piece(see photo 3). This piece, known as a "LETTER CLIP" is shown in the Eden Sterling reprint of the 1904 Unger Bros. Catalog on pg. 118...
Circa 1960, this Italian silver duck was probably made by Egenio and Enrico Ranzoni. His feathers display exquisite detail and his bill and feet are gilded. He measures approximately 8" long from bill to tail and 3.26" tall, from his webbed feet to the middle of his back. He is beautifully made and in excellent condition. The overall weight is just over .75 lb.
Betty Cooke modernist sterling silver and ebony brooch
Mid 20th century
3 5/8" x 1"
Weight 17+ grams
Marked Cooke, sterling
Very good vintage condition
