Jorma Laine modernist silver necklace
830 silver
Finland
1972
Pendant measures 3 7/8" long x 1 1/2" wide
Necklace should fit a 15 1/2" neck
Weight - 66 grams
Marked on back of pendant
Very good vintage condition, minor scattered surface scratches
Paul von Ringelheim, Austrian/American artisan
1933 - 2003
This sterling and lucite ring is part of the Directional series of jewelry crafted by von Ringelheim in the late 1960's.
Size 5
Weight - 6.90 grams
Arrow element measures just under 2 1/4" long
Unmarked
Very good vintage condition
Vintage native American cuff bracelet
Beautiful inlay of coral, turquoise, nacre, and black onyx set in silver depicting an antelope kachina.
Silver drops adorn the face with wings of nacre and onyx framing the central element.
The front measures 2 1/8" tall
The interior circumference is 5 1/4" with a rear gap of 1 1/2" for a total of - 6 3/4"
This well-crafted and hefty bracelet weighs a solid 62 grams.
Unsigned
Excellent vintage conditi...
A vintage pair of mid century modernist clip earrings in sterling silver and ironwood by the noted Navajo silversmith, Kenneth Begay who was part of the White Hogan. Four sided with curved edges and ironwood inlay.
They each measure 1 3/8" long and 1" at the widest.
Marked with the impressed KB, White Hogan and Sterling on the back of each earring. Also marked Sterling on the clips.
They are in fine condition with some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish...
Bill Schiffer sterling silver lariat necklace with earrings
1980's
Necklace measures 32" long extended
Earrings - 2" long
Weight - a hefty 102 grams
Marked Schiffer, ss in script
Excellent vintage condition
Classic HENRY STEIG(1906-1973) modernist design sterling and crystal pin, NYC, c.1955. This handmade design is made of bent and turned silver wire with a bezel set center crystal stone. Can be worn as a pin or pendant. Measures 2 1/4" long by 1 5/8" wide and is signed "STEIG STERLING". Excellent condition. Classic Steig.....$11 USA insured shipping plus applicable NY tax.
This link bracelet is very special because the silver gilt forms the shape of pansies. C. 1920 THEODORE FAHRNER, 7 1/2"L x 1/2"H, $ 790. Condition: excellent
Pedro Castillo was known for quality in his work and beautiful design. He has an impressive resume working for William Spratling in the 30's and also a Maestro for Hector Aguilar beginning in 1939. He opened his own taller sometime in the 40's. This parure is properly hallmarked as shown and numbered 115 on the tongue of the necklace and bracelet and the back of the earrings. Each link is heavy silver repousse and weighs a total of 120 grams. The necklace is almost 16in. long and 1in...
This Los Castillo Design 108 Vintage Mexican Silver Necklace is an ideal holiday treasure for a loved one. Dimensions entail: 15 total inches of length, a 5.5 inside diameter, and a total weight of 52 grams.
Rebajes modernist free form sterling silver brooch
1950
3 3/4" long
Marked Rebajes sterling
Very good vintage condition
We are offering a Los Castillo clamper bracelet that is rarely seen. It has a Matl feel to the design and is really exceptional. 1 5/8th in. tall at it's widest point. The silver is thick and heavy at 75 grams of weight. No damage and natural patina.
Known as the "Ornamental Squares" design, this bracelet by Hector Aguilar is features in many book and is one of his most iconic designs. This one is exceptional with it's longer 8" length. Crafted in his favored 940 silver it measures 1" wide and weighs an impressive 108.1 grams. Secure clasp and attached safety chain. Hallmarked with the joined HA, 940, Taxco and the eagle stamp 9. Light age related wear with a lovely rich patina. A superb bracelet in a hard to find longer length.
Pictured in the book "Mexican Silver Masters" by Penny Morrill on page 40, plate I-55 is this lovely and unique bracelet by Hector Aguilar. Circa 1945-1950 it features a deep purple oval Amethyst cabochon stone on the clasp with fancy and ornate silver wire links. It measures 7 1/2" long by 3/4" at the widest and weighs 42.3 grams. The hallmark is blurred but the HA mono is clear, a partial mark reads "Ster" and the rest appears to be "Hecho en Mexico"...
Structuralist bracelet & earring set by noted modernist Paul Lobel, who produced innovative jewlery in his New York studio in the 1950s. Consisting of ridgid sterling silver links and matching earrings with their original srew-back mechanisms. The bracelet has an integrated hidden hook clasp. Bracelet measures over 7.25" long and the earrings hang 1 3/8." Signed "Lobel, Sterling" as shown. Excellent vintage condition.
Exceptional clamper bracelet
Sterling silver and amethyst
Depicting fish in hands
Made in Taxco, Mexico
Mid 20th century
2 1/2" x 2 1/4" x 3 1/2" tall
Weight - 74 grams
Marked Taxco, JC, Hecho en Mexico, 925, sterling, eagle mark 3
Excellent condition
Exquisite & rare this lifelike sterling silver, copper & brass angelfish brooch was designed in the late 1930's by Margot Van Voorhies for her husband's taller Los Castillo. This wearable work of art measures 3 3/4" high X 3 1/4" across & weighs 42 grams. The finely detailed angelfish floats through waving brass seaweed above a copper conch shell. Beautiful condition with excellent patina. Pin back and safety catch are tight and secure...
Beto has shown us quality plus original designs to everything that I have seen. His work was always made with thick silver and this set has a total weight is 93 grams heavy. Every link in this set is 6/16th of an inch tall and 1.75in.across. The length is 15in. plus with the necklace built on a curve it adds a bit more length. The stones are barrel cut and they are darker than they appear in most of the photos. No chips or damage to any part of this well loved and cared for grouping...
Beautiful repousse' work in this elegant design by William Spratling brings the piece to life. Weighing 23 grams and measuring 3" x 2" the brooch was designed as a dress or fur clip. Spratling designed this piece in a few different sizes. For comparison see the 4" x 3 1/2" example also listed on our site. All in beautiful condition with excellent patina. The larger size is included in the permanent collection of 20th century Mexican silver at LACMA.