An organic mid century modern ring by the American studio jeweler, Paul Miller. This ring, executed in sterling silver with an Opal cabochon, is currently a size 8 1/2 and can be adjusted up or down because of the open back. Marked Paul Miller, Sterling on the inside. Opal measures 5/8" long and 3/8" across. Has a little tarnish and a few minor surface scratches. Very fine example of his work.
Being offered is a circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) bracelet by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico, heavy gauge modernist piece featuring square geometric links with applied pearls; tongue and box clasp with security chain. Dimensions wearable 6 3/4”. Links are 3/4" wide Marked. In excellent condition. Pearls in pictures appear to have ‘spots’ but pearls in perfect condition
Nice and long at 27 1/2", this mid-century Antonio Pineda pendant necklace features a starburst design pendant with turquoise colored stones. The pendant itself measures 2 1/2" tall, just under 2" wide.
Both pendant and chain are marked with with Antonio Taxco crown, and the chain can be worn on its own or with another pendant. Please see pics for additional hallmarks.
Weight is 50.5 grams.
In excellent vintage condition.
On Consignment.
Rare and wonderful sterling silent butler by Los Castillo, Mexico, c.1947. Hand made and extremely heavy(WEIGHS 22 TROY OZ.), this decorative art piece measures 8 1/2" by 6 1/2" by 5" tall. Beautiful floral decorative top, wood handle, and opens and closes easily with hinge. In EXCELLENT condition. Museum quality......$35 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NYS sales tax.
Set with a large pink agate cabochon that shows very little wear. The setting is nicely constructed with a complex design of tiny tiered and small cylindrical elements encircling the stone. Four wide ridged prongs secure the agate. The inside of the band is marked Handarbeit, with a lozenge that appears to be either a country or maker’s mark, as well as what could be a mark of 925. The ring tests definitively for sterling...
Traditional Balinese bangle and ring, sterling silver with silver pearl filigree and gold inlay. 1950’s (?), marked 925 and 22 K. The inner width of the bangle is "2 ½ / 6.8 cm, inner diameter of the ring "2/3/ 18 mm. Condition: some wear to the bangle’s gold inlay (cf. pics).
We are offering a very rare Antonio Pineda Onyx diamond necklace. This signed treasure is featured in the book SILVER SEDUCTION. The necklace lays perfectly balanced with a length of approximately 17 inches. There is no damage to the stones or the silver and has been a very well kept treasure. There is a natural patina to the finish and you can shine it if desired. The Antonio Pineda silver is always 970 pure and marked as such...
A rare and beautiful vintage sterling bead necklace with sterling and turquoise pendant by Cochiti Pueblo silversmith Joe H. Quintana. The necklace measures 15 1/2" long and comes with an additional extender which can increase the total length to 19" if desired. The pendant measures 2 1/2" by 1 1/8". All in fine original condition and the pendant is signed as shown. During his lifetime, Quintana was considered one of the most innovative and versatile Native silversmiths...
This sterling 7" starfish, sand dollar & scallop bracelet weighs 24.1 grams. Retail is $204.61.
An impressive, wide, handmade cuff bracelet of ethnic design. The textured band features an applied wavy line of silver on either side of three diamond-shaped reserves of an unidentified amber-colored stone that looks to have been crushed and resin-set. The inside of the bracelet is signed Lillo with possibly the word Creation underneath; it is also marked 925 for sterling...
This Siam sterling fan pin measures 1 1/2" x 2 1/2". Ramasoon, the god of thunder, and Mekkala, the goddess of lightning, are featured. "C" clasp hold well. This pin is in excellent condition.
Large Betty Cooke sterling silver star burst brooch with pearl
4" x 3 1/4"
Marked Cooke sterling
Very good vintage condition
An amazing modernist sterling silver ring with an abstract figural design signed with what looks like JPC, Iceland and 925S. Measures about a size 7- 7.5. The top sits 1/2" high and measures about 7/8" across and 1 3/8" long. Has an interesting hammered texture. Really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.
A vintage heavy sterling silver hand made brooch with a prong set striated art glass 'jewel'. Measures 2 3/8" across and 2 1/4" high. Marked Sterling on the back. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Well crafted, striking design.
The vining floral from the vessel has great depth with 940 silver and dark natural patina from time. The weight is 66 grams heavy with a drop of 3.5in. tall and 4in. span across. This does not count the additional 2 vining links that are separate at the top so it is more expansive than just the pectoral drop. It lays like a dream with a wearable of a minimum of 17in. The hallmark of MS stylized and 940 is a noted maker in The Mexican Silver Book of Trade by Bille Hougart...
American Modernist Sterling Silver Constructive Brooch
Art Smith
c.1950s
Excellent condition
2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
A sterling silver necklace in an Arts and Crafts design signed Peruzzi, Boston, and Sterling. Central design measures 4" across and 1 1/4" long including the dangle. Necklace measures 14 1/2" long. Could be made longer if needed with an extender. Warm patina, quality piece.
Marked Sterling P.M. for Pauline McCray, this piece measures 2-1/8"x 1-5/8" and weighs 21.9gr. The unmarked silver rope chain is 18".