This smart bar pin features loops on either side of an oval cabochon chrysoprase. It has a nice heft, and the stone is securely bezel-mounted. The back shows a sterling mark, as well as an unidentified maker’s mark of T&B or K&B. The rollover clasp is in good working order, and the stone is very slightly scratched. A well-constructed lapel or shoulder pin of clean, simple design, it measures 2 1/4 inches long by just under 1 inch wide at the center.
Vintage sterling necklace and matching earrings by Navajo Allen Kee created during his time as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Arizona from 1946 to 1962, working beside Kenneth Begay. The necklace measures 16 inches end to end, the spiral links are 3/4" wide and the weight is 49 grams. The earrings are 1 3/4" long and weigh 12 grams total. They have their original screw backs but could be converted to accommodate pierced ears...
A simple and elegant sterling silver twist-rope braid style bangle. This unmarked but tested bracelet measures 2-1/2" across the interior and 1/8" wide, it weighs 12.9 grams, and it is in excellent original condition with no scrapes, dents, monograms, 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. Small packet air shipping to the U.S...
Fridl Blumenthal modernist sterling silver screw back earrings
Mid 20th century
1 3/8" long x 5/8"wide
Weight - 7 grams
Marked Fridl, sterling with tulip hallmark
Very good vintage condition
Rare modernist earrings by Irvin and Bonnie Burkee, a husband and wife team who created unique jewelry in their studio from the late 1940s until the 1970s. The minimalist aesthetic sterling silver earrings are circa 1950s, and feature discs each decorated by a single silver sphere. The earrings are screw-backs, and the tops measure .75" in diameter. Signed "Sterling, Burkee." Excellent vintage condition.
Five large cabochons with pink banding are set in sterling silver frames that are deeply oxidized and embossed with a ridged design. They are linked by oblong rings that are similarly decorated. The highly polished stones are securely prong set and show no scratches or other signs of wear; they may be rhodochrosites, which were popular in the 1950s. The fold-over clasp is very secure and in good working order. The bracelet is unmarked, but tests definitively for sterling...
This sterling silver charm is 3 dimensional. It has wonderful detail, depicting a Cocker Spaniel dog. It stands 1 1/8" tall and is 1/2" at its widest. It has a good heft and is in excellent condition.
This substantial 1950s sterling silver pin is formed as molded leaves, with applied flowers and a vine at the base. It was made by the Bauring Company of Long Island City, NY, and is so marked on the back. There is a secure safety clasp. The piece measures 3 1/4 inches long by 2 1/8 inches wide.
Ed Wiener sterling silver modernist earrings
1950
1" x 1"
Weight - 14 grams
Marked - Ed Wiener, sterling
Fine vintage condition
Ed Levin modernist sterling silver and pearl ring
American modernist
1950
1 1/2" in diameter
Weight - 6.5 grams
Marked Levin, sterling
Excellent condition
Two(2) pendant necklaces made of brass and silver by the famous NYC modernist Ed Wiener. One of the necklaces is signed:"ED. WIENER" and they are in excellent condition. Each concave disk has a free form applied silver wire and bead design. One pendant measures 2 1/2" and the other, almost 2". They are each hanging on sterling chains, 30" and 19". Early, wonderful, and rare examples of Ed Wiener's artistry. Would consider selling the unsigned necklace separately.....$25 USA insured shipping.
This is a STERLING WHITE ENAMEL ORCHID BROOCH. Made in Norway the size of this BEAUTY is 2 1/2" X 2 3/4". Marked on the back: NORWAY/ STERLING. From a Maryland Estate circa third 1/4 of the 20th Century. The Condition is Excellent
American modernist sterling cuff bracelet made by Frank Miraglia, c.1950s. The cuff is in excellent condition and measures 2" wide.
This dramatic disk pin features a hammered surface decorated with applied wire in a stylized floral design. A framed dome graces the center and four applied beads enhance the edges of the wire work design. It has a secure trombone clasp and brass pin stem, both original to the piece. The piece is unmarked but tests definitively for silver, likely .800 or .830 and appears European in design. The pin measures 2 1/8 inches in diameter. Gross weight: 20.8 grams
Unisex Mens Or Ladies Sterling Silver Ring With Alternating Turquoise And Coral Inlay Triangles. This Ring Would Be Suitable For A Wedding Band.
Weighs 4.4 grams
Paul Miller modernist sterling silver kinetic pendant necklace
1950
Pendant measures 2 7/8" x 1 1/2"
Neck chain - 22" long when outstretched
Weight - 16+ grams
Pendant marked Paul Miller
Excellent vintage condition
Sterling modernist ring by silversmith Bill Tendler(1924-1981), NYC, c.1955. Bold architectural design using shiny silver columns set out from an oxydized background. The ring face measures 3/4" wide by 3/8" high and is size 4 3/4. The band has an interesting shape and is an integral part of the design. Excellent condition and is photographed on page 82 in MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960 by Schon.....$9 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.
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.