A pair of Mexican sterling & amethyst earrings 1940s-50s. This pair of Mexican silver screwback earrings has genuine tested amethyst bezel-set facetted stones. These 1-1/8 x 1/2" earrings have typical alpaca backs, and the earrings themselves test as sterling (no marks are visible). They weigh 9.1 grams, and they are in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Maestro Mateo of Taxco is known among vintage jewelry collectors for his modernist, mostly brutalist, ring designs. His work is sought after for its quality, the beauty of the stones he incorporates in his pieces and the strong sense of tension that his rings exude. His career strides the divide between the so-called Eagle mark period and that of the T-marks and, in my experience, he is one of the very few silversmiths who used .950 alloys before they became the norm in the 1980s...
Far Fan sterling silver serpent belt buckle
1950
Mexico
7" x 3 1/2"
Very good vintage condition
This mid-century bracelet from Margot is a large wide spectacular standout piece. Hand-wrought with superb repoussé silver work, this is certainly one of the most magnificent designs Margot ever created, and it's in absolutely pristine vintage condition. Measures a closed, wearable length of 6 3/4", with a width of 1 7/16". Weight is 80.4 grams. Closure is a tight and secure tongue in box, with original safety chain.
A wonderfully crafted sterling silver cuff bracelet by noted Arts and Crafts metalsmith, Walter Jennings.
Has a lightly hammered central floral design with a recurring Arts and Crafts detail on the edges.
Marked with the conjoined WJ and Sterling on the inside. The WJ is only partially struck.
Measures about 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 7/8" at the widest, tapering slightly at the ends...
Ed Wiener - rare and important sterling silver brooch
4 7/8" x 1"
Designed in 1947
An example of this brooch is pictured on page 145 in the book - Messengers of Modernism [see picture] also pictured in Jewelry By Ed Wiener Catalog that Ed Wiener and Fifty/50 Gallery put together for a show in 1988 - (Page 11).
Wonderful condition
Unmarked as is the brooch in the catalog
Extraordinary vintage sterling and red coral petit point earrings by Zuni Edith Tsatbetsaye , circa 1970. Many silversmiths created petit point pieces but this silversmith took the art to an extreme. The slender marquis petite points are cut with a semi-circular high domed arch that is her trademark. These earrings measure 7/8" by 3/4" and have posts for pierced ears. They are in fine original condition , weigh 6 grams total and there are no missing stones and no chips or cracks to any stone...
Per the Spratling Silver website, these earrings were only produced between 1958-1967.
These William Spratling earrings are stunning, with eight shiny discs and tiny beading. Each disc moves independent of the others, creating beautiful movement.
Measures 1 1/2" tall, 7/8" wide. Screw backs work perfectly.
Signed and hallmarked with the WS Script Circle and eagle assay 30.
Weight is 11.2 grams.
In excellent vintage condition.
Terrific, bold , sterling, oxidized sterling and baroque pearl cuff links by Mid Century Modern American studio jeweler and sculptor Merle Newport Boyer ( 1920- 2009). Born in Oregon, he moved to Honolulu in 1940 and quickly established himself in the art scene. He opened his first studio there in 1952 and also taught courses in jewelry at the Honolulu Academy of Art School...
A vintage Mexican silver and amethyst large brooch reminiscent of the work of Antonio Pineda and Hubert Harmon. Has a large carved amethyst stone as the face and amethyst cabochons at the end of each earring.
Signed Mexico Silver in an oval. Pre Eagle, (pre 1949). Measures 2 1/2" across and 4 3/4" high.
The silver repousse work is in fine condition. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. The brooch has some minor tarnish...
This vintage Mexican necklace is appropriately marked and signed for Los Castillo and with eagle mark. This piece is a statement and not for the faint of heart at 111 grams. The oval drop measures 2.5in x 1 7/8in. It safely fits a 16 in. neck size. Beautiful condition and the stone is a thriller with streaks of Amethyst lines running thru the almost clear quartz. All natural inclusions on the inside of stone...
A 1.5in. tall pair of beautiful love bird earrings that exhibit gorgeous repousse that features realistic carving as well. No dents or damage on these well executed birds.
Wonderful example of the William Spratling deco design scroll pin of silver and copper, Mexico, c.1945. This classic piece is beautifully hand made and signed "SPRATLING SILVER(in oval) WS(around which says) SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO". In excellent condition, this LARGE pin measures 3 1/4" HIGH by 2 5/8" WIDE. A must for any collector - glorious!....$16 USA insured shipping plus applicable NY tax.
This ship's wheel is a great charm. It is sterling silver and works well. The dial is under a glass top and moves accurately. The back is marked STERLING. The charm has good heft and is in excellent condition.
David Andersen - Uni modernist ring
Designer - Marianne Berg
Sterling silver and crystal
Dramatic raised faceted crystal
Size 8
Weight - 12+ grams
Crystal stands 5/8" above finger
Very good vintage condition
Beautiful sterling period art nouveau nude woman cameo pin, c.1910. Textured shield-shaped large pin with center nude and two stones(moonstones or glass?-not sure at all), measuring 2 9/16" long by 2 3/8" wide. Nude is highly detailed with great definition. Two light blue stones are bezel set. Signed "STERLING VIS or WS(stylized)" and in excellent condition. Gorgeous piece.....$9 USA for insured shipping plus applicable NY tax.
A vintage hand wrought sterling silver necklace with an Arts and Crafts feel by the well known Boston silversmith, Ella Cone, comprised of linked leaves and scrolls.
Measures 15 1/4" long, could be lengthened with an extender. Spring clasp holds securely. Marked Sterling, XTO, and Ella L. Cone on each leaf. Has a little tarnish and minor surface scratches.
Well made, fine quality. Lays nicely on the neck.
Description: sterling vermeil, rhinestones
Hallmark: Ciner, Sterling
Dimensions: 3 1/4" x 21/2"
Condition: Excellent