Vintage 1980s Talleres de Los Ballesteros Mexican modernist bracelet wrought in Antonio Pineda’s favorite .970 alloy which is richer in silver content than the standard sterling, this is a heavy, architectural piece adorned with clear, faceted, gem-quality amethysts. The stones are open on the back to maximize the effect created by the light as it passes through them and the all-silver links are substantial and very sculptural...
A modernist Sterling Silver shadowbox pendant with a 14K Gold orb suspended from the original chain by Ed Levin. The pendant has a brushed finish. The chain goes through the orb.
The pendant measures about 1" high and 7/8" across. The chain is about 18" long. The pendant is signed © EL Ed Levin, Ster and 14K.
Fine condition with minor surface scratches and some tarnish. The chain has a large stylized hook which holds securely.
Well crafted design. No longer available.
A stand out modernist sterling silver Neck Ring designed by Minas Spiridis, (1938-2020), for Cartier. He was the first non Danish jewelry designer for Georg Jensen.
Marked on the back MINAS in a Greek style font, Sterling and Cartier. Also marked Cartier at the end of one arm.
Measures 11" around with an opening of 3". Meant to sit on the collar bone. Measures 1/2" wide in the center. Can probably be adjusted slightly. Better for a slender neck...
This brooch features an ancient Celtic design: two birds (probably swans) with enameled wings, bodies and eyes, with interlaced silver above and below. The enamel is in red, blue, green, and white. It is marked 925 for sterling silver, and has several other marks which are illegible. 1-1/2” X 1-1/4”. There are a couple places where the enamel isn’t quite perfect – please see photos...
This beautiful ring is a size 7. The rose quartz is and setting are beautiful. The bezel-set, stone, cabochon measures 5/8" x 3/8". The inside of the band is marked what looks like 930. It tests sterling silver. It is in excellent condition.
A substantial sterling silver necklace with interlocking block links alternating with molded cuboid elements. The cuboids or rectangular blocks bear impressed, oxidized linear patterns on all sides, giving the piece a sense of depth. It is secured with a lobster clasp that is marked 925 for sterling silver, and the necklace also tests definitively for sterling. Unclasped, the chain measures 30 in. long. Weight: 64 grams
This cool, unusual ring is a size 8.5. It is mod and simple: a sterling silver band with a "spoke" and a pearl. The pearl extends just under 1/2" from the band. It is in excellent condition. FREE US STANDARD S/H
This ring has a wonderful design. The "head, top" measures 3/4" x 1 1/4". The beautiful, eilat cabochon (stone) has a nice, central setting. Oval, in shape, it measures 3/4" x 1/2" x 3/8". The band is adjustable and has a great design. It is marked ISRAEL STERLING 925. This great ring is in excellent condition.
Composed of randomly fused sticks of silver, and set with an aventurine cabochon. The lower drop is articulated and bears the impressed number 835 on the back, indicating the silver content. The piece is likely Eastern European, and has a darkened patina. It measures 2 inches long by 1 inch wide.
Signed "Georg Jensen 1990" . Measures 1 1/8" by 3/4".with 18" chain. In original cardboard box. Excellent condition.......$20 for insured US shipping.
This beautiful pendant measures 7/8" x 5/8". It features a carved, mother-of-pearl, mother and child, set in sterling silver with a marcasite border. The bail is marked 925. This piece is in excellent condition.
This handsome ring has a rippled, Nautilus design with a 2.0ct (Natural Pyrope), prong set garnet. It is a size 8. The ring is marked STERLING and KABANA (with a hallmark Kabana's hallmark). It is in excellent condition.
Since 1975, Kabana has been a USA manufacturer of fine jewelry by skilled designers.
This whimsical pea pod pin is handcrafted and decorated with a curling vine, the peas made of graduated malachite beads strung on a wire. The rollover clasp is secure, and the pin is well balanced when worn. It measures 2 ½ inches long by ¾ inches wide. It is conservatively dated at 1960s, and could be older. The pin is marked sterling.
This sterling silver pendant features a textured surface and is in the shape of an Asian-like symbol. It is marked 925 on the back, along with an unidentified mark. It measures 3 3/8 inches long by 1 ½ inches wide. Weight: 43.7 grams
This studio piece is composed of curling wire links with roughly finished ends. It is reminiscent of mid-century modern designs, but is a bit later, probably the 1970s. It is unmarked, but tests definitively as sterling silver. The necklace measures 27 1/2 inches long, including the hook closure. Weight: 22.6 grams
This sterling baby cup charm is 3/8" tall and 7/16" wide. It is hallmarked sterling.
This sterling silver, mod pin / brooch measures 1 5/8" x 1 1/2" x 1/2". It is truly extraordinary. Its textured surface looks like tin foil. It has a spherical, green chalcedony stone and is circa 1970's. It is in excellent condition and has a good heft.
These handsome cuff links measure 3/4" x 3/4". They display a wonderful design and are accentuated by the Hebrew word "Chai," meaning "life" in English. They are marked STERLING and are in excellent condition.
A common Jewish toast is "l'chaim!," which means "to life" in English.