Rare and absolutely without equal when it comes to enamel work, this sterling silver pin measures approx 1 7/8 inches, is hallmarked 925 S Sterling Norway on the back, attributed to either David Andersen or Ivar Holt (maker's mark hard to read, may be an H in a circle). Pin in perfect working order. Shiny light green (similar to celadon green) enamel all in perfect condition...
Large 4 1/4" long by 1 3/4" wide hand made bronze and sterling cactus pin, 1986. It is signed "A. GOLDSTEIN 1986 BRONZE STERLING" and is is excellent condition. Good looking - for man or woman.....$10 for insured USA shipping & applicable NY tax.
A nice revival piece imitating the late Victorian Scottish agate pins. The agates are securely set in etched sterling silver. The top features a pierced setting mounted with a glass half-bead in the same dark honey color of the original Scottish cairngorms. The pin has a rollover clasp that probably replaced the original C-clasp. The pin stem appears to be original. The pin is unmarked, but tests as sterling silver. It measures a little over 2 ½ inches long.
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
Two sterling silver modernist pieces by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler; one is an abstract layered design and the other her iconic cat brooch. May be purchased individually or as a pair.
The abstract layered brooch measures 1 1/4" tall and 1 1/8" at the widest. Has the stylized 'p' hallmark. Nice contrast between the oxidized and shiny sterling layers. Rollover clasp holds securely. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches...
Rafael Melendez worked for Spratling when he first opened his taller de las Delicias. Melendez left to open his own Taller in 1939. This is one of his earliest marks that was done in 980 silver. Some of the Silver repousse links have Matl like glyphs. The silver sets up the onyx stones in the cross giving it great depth and dimension. Having a large presence the necklace is 20.75 in. with the extension and 15in. without it...
Rare handmade large scale sterling cuff by the famous NYC modernist, Paul Lobel(1899-1983), c.1945. Original design combining flat silver outlined in decorative thick silver wire. It is signed "LOBEL STERLING" and is in excellent condition. Of good size, it measures 1 1/2" wide and the inside circumference is 6 1/2" and will fit a medium wrist. It is rare to see a large cuff by Paul Lobel.....$14 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.
RARE:Set of 4 malachite and sterling SHOT glasses by William Spratling, made during the CONQUISTADOR period, Mexico, c.1949. Spratling had a contract with Conquistador and produced 300 items during 1949-1951. He received royalties for the designs and the items were made by Conquistador. The silver shot glass sits on a square malachite base. They each measure 2" high and the base is 1" square. Each pair is attached with an original piece of twine...
Marci Zelmanoff mixed metal ring
Gold and silver organic form "stones" embedded in silver, rose and yellow gold granulated bubbles combine to create a classic hand crafted work
Call it surrealist or brutalist it's definitely her signature and intense style.
Zelmanoff's work was featured in major artisan publications of the 1970s as well displayed in many well know galleries of the time.
More recently, however, Zelmanoff's work has definitely been flying under ...
A vintage mid century modernist pair of screw back earrings in sterling silver and exotic wood by William Spratling. Described as having four curved sterling lines ending in a swirl of exotic wood.
They each measure 1 3/8" long and 1" at the widest.
Marked with the impressed Spratling Silver in an oval on the back of each earring. This marks was used between 1933-40, the first design period.
They are in fine condition with some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish...
Ed Wiener modernist sterling silver and coral earrings
1 1/4" long
Unmarked as these generally are
Very good vintage condition
Silver gilt earrings from the years just after the French Revolution, with hallmarks used 1798 – 1809. “Poissarde” (fishmonger’s wife) model with hinges fastening in the front motif, in this case a faceted ball. The little loops stopped the earrings from sliding forwards in front of the ear lobes. Diameter "1 / 2.8 cm. Condition: fine.
A vintage Art Deco 2-1/8 x 1/4" sterling silver bow shaped pin with high quality paste stones and crystal sapphires c1920. This pin is stamped 935, it has an unusual interlocking safety clasp, it weighs 3.1 grams, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use...
A rare and beautiful set from Margot de Taxco includes a large confetti enamel Necklace with a large Fish at the center and Wave shaped links at the sides along with the matching Wave earrings. Multi colored confetti enamel with green being the dominate overall color. The necklace measures 15" long and weighs 101.2 grams. The clip back earrings measure 1 1/2" long by 1/2" wide and together they weigh 16.4 grams...
This small Cini Sterling Zodiac Gemini pin is 1 7/8" wide x 1 1/2" tall. It is hallmarked "Cini sterling". It is in excellent condition.
American Modernist Sterling with Gold Nude Torso Brooch
Marci Zelmanoff
Signed & Dated 23 July 1970, NYC
Excellent condition
2 1/2" x 1 1/16"
A modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by Charles H. Cole, born 1908 and active 1930s-50s. He signed his work with a face hallmark. The facial features spell out his last name. Also signed Sterling and ©. Measures about 6 3/8" around with an opening of 1" and 2 1/4" at the widest. Hand made piece. Thick sterling, heavy and substantial. Looks great on.
This sculptural bracelet was designed & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda. The bracelet measures 1 1/2" high and will fit up to a 7" wrist. It weighs 131 grams. The 12 hand carved crescent shaped stones are framed in 970 sterling silver...
Dramatic & eye catching, this vintage 1950's onyx & sterling silver bracelet was designed by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda. Weighing a hefty 149 grams the bracelet has a wearable length of 7 inches. Each link is 1 1/2" wide. The deep black stones are in fine condition & gleam in the light as the wrist moves. The thick 970 silver is also in excellent condition with minor surface wear. Slide clasp is tight & secure. Original safety chain attached. Fully hallmarked for the artist.
Sten and Laine sterling silver large pendant necklace
Finland
1973
Measures 3" in diameter
Neck chain measures 26" long
Weight - 47.5 grams
Marked on bale Finland, 925, U7 and other appropriate hallmarks
Excellent vintage condition
Classic William Spratling famous "Petate" sterling pin, Mexico, c.1945. The mysterious "petate" is one of the most compelling designs ever conceived. It is signed "SPRATLING SILVER & WS (around which says)SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO". Made of very heavy gauge silver, it measures just shy of 3" by 2 1/2". Excellent condition with a bit of silver solder on the back. A must for the Spratling collector and anyone who appreciates great design. photographed in "SPRATLING SILVER" by Sandraline Cederwall ...
This is a very rare bracelet from Los Castillo, executed in 980 silver. One of their earliest pieces before they added design numbers with their hallmark.
At the center is a huge gorgeous amethyst cabochon, bezel set and surrounded by tiny beading. Three strands of silver beads attach to each side, wrapping around the wrist to close with a tongue in box clasp topped with an amethyst cabochon.
This is an extremely flattering bracelet. It looks absolutely stunning on the wrist. The amethyst ...
This sculpturally stunning cuff was designed by Spratling during the rare(1949-51) period when he signed his work SPRATLING De MEXICO STERLING. Spratling marries rich, carved azur malachite and heavy sterling silver to beautiful effect. Weighing 85 grams the cuff stands 2" high at the front tapering to 1" at back. The interior length is 5 3/4" plus 1 1/4" opening. The piece is in beautiful condition. This design is included in LACMA's Latin American & Mexican silver collection and on their websi...
A solid sterling "bar" chain that measures 19" and weighs 9.3grams. Marked sterling on the clasp.Light wear.
This sterling bar pin with red stone is 2 1/4" x 1/4" . It is circa 1920.
A vintage sterling silver money clip in the form of a dollar sign. The reverse is hallmarked by R. Blackinton & Co.
Origin: America, ca. 1950. Condition: excellent. Size: 1-3/4" long. Weight: 10.9 grams.
This Trifari Alfred Philippe sterling jelly belly fly brooch is vermeil with rhinestones and lucite jelly belly. It is hallmarked Sterling(The only thing that I can read). It is in super condition. It measures 1 5/8" x 1 3/4". Circa 1945 designed by Alfred Philippe.
Lucite jelly bellies were copied from figurals originally done in gold and rock crystal.
Ref: Warman's Jewelry, p. 209 Ref: Fun Jewelry by Schiffer p. 76
Ref: American Costume Jewelry by Brunialti pp 153,154.
Ref: Si...
A vintage Mid Century Modern pair of sterling silver cufflinks by the American silversmith, Ronald Hayes Pearson. Heavy and solid, these cufflinks measures 1 1/2" across. Toggles are marked Sterling and hold securely. Signed Pearson Sterling on the backs. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches. Very cool mid century streamlined design.
A lightly hammered sterling silver brooch with a green oval cabochon, (possibly jade). Measures 1 3/8" across and 5/8" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Marked sterling on the back. Fine work, well crafted.
Uni David Andersen Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace
Designed by Unn Tangerud
Norway
Mid 20th century
Neck chain - 26" long
Kinetic pendant measures 2 3/4" x 3"
Fully hallmarked on reverse
Excellent condition
Abstract - and rather chubby - fish wrought in sterling silver with overlay and oxidation hang off the earlobes with this set of abstract Mexican dangles signed by Sigi Pineda. I don't believe I had this specific design by the talented - and prolific - Taxco modernist before but I am very familiar with the line and definitely in love with it. Substantial in size and quite dramatic in their juxtaposition of matte black and warmly glowing silver, these are quirky and elegant in a strange yet quite...
Franz Bergmann modernist figural sterling silver and rose quartz brooch
Rare mid 20th century work
1 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Weight - 13+ grams
Marked FB, sterling on verso
Very good vintage condition
An English sterling silver 2-5/8" x 11/16" natural butterfly wing bar pin, fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1925. This pin features a reverse painted bird backed with butterfly wing. It has a c-clasp, it weighs 4.3 grams and it is in excellent original condition with no cracks, dents, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a tiny center scrape and corner chip on the glass and some minor bending to the pin. Besides the Birmingham silver hallmarks, it has a maker's mark of T.L.M and PAT. ...
Early 1930's hand forged 980 sterling silver & copper cuff designed & signed by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Heavy at 100 grams, this design is comprised of braided silver & copper bands framed by thick silver wire. The bracelet is 1 14" high. Interior measures 5 3/4" end to end with a 1 1/4" gap opening at the back. 1930's hallmarks read 980 WS TAXCO. Beautiful vintage condition and patina. Pictured in MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carol Berke. Also pictured on Phyllis ...
This unusual silver lariat necklace draws on its Nordic roots with a twisted, notched spike at each end in the Viking manner. It is quite a versatile design and a sophisticated look; the strands can be knotted or draped, worn long or doubled. The chain itself is composed of doubled links, each with two perpendicular rings. The chain has a yet-unidentified maker’s mark, with a Norwegian silver mark of 830S. From end to end, the necklace measures about 46 ¼ inches long, including the terminals....
Israeli modernist sterling silver necklace with druzy quartz geode
C. 1955
Pendant - 3" x 4 3/4"
Interior - 5 3/4" x 6 1/4"
Marked AARI-AV Israel 925