Ed Wiener modernist sterling silver cut out brooch
Unique 1950's abstract landscape
1 1/4" x 2"
Weight - 11+ grams
Marked Ed Wiener, sterling
Very good vintage condition
Large sterling HEART pin with lip by "NAPIER STERLING". Of good size and weight, it measures 1 7/8" high by 1 3/4" wide. Has gold wash whose finish is mottled over sterling.....$6 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sale tax.
This is a signed JVC for Emma 3 piece PARURE with eagle. This bracelet is published in the book Mexican Silver by Morril and Berk. The silver base of the design is a whopping 3mm thick. The links to all the parure are .75in. wide. The bracelet is 7.5in. long and the necklace is barely under 16in. long. The weight is an incredible 130 grams. This is a striking design on and a sleek alternative for every day wear. There is no damage or repairs...
American modernist sterling silver figurative brooch signed Hoover
Mid 20th century
This wonderfully designed and well crafted brooch measures 2 3/8" x 1 1/2"
Weight - 22 grams
Marked on verso - Hoover, sterling, handmade
Fine vintage condition
Circa 1950s sterling and amethyst bracelet by important mid 20th Century American silversmith Ed Levin. The thick solid sterling wire each terminates in a flattened, flared shape, each holding a single purple amethyst cabochon.
Signed with the early "Levin, Sterling" mark, indicating that this is a mid 20th Century piece. It currently measures approx. 3" x 2.5", but is adjustable. The top portion is 1.5" wide. Excellent vintage condition...
Graziella Laffi modernist sterling silver case
Rare and unique hand hammered object
1950
Peru
3 3/4" x 2 1/4"
Weight - a hefty 140+ grams
Marked Laffi, Peru, 925
Excellent vintage condition
Vintage American Modernist Sterling & Shell Ring
C.L. Smith
c.1950s
Good condition
Size - 9 3/4, front of ring - 1" x 3/4"
- heavy gauge sterling silver
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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.
Graziella Laffi signed on both the necklace and bracelet. The enamel is in perfect condition as well as the silver. The length is 7 inches and the necklace has a wearable length of 16.5 inches. 1.25in. for the height for both the necklace and bracelet. When I see these there seems to be some that looks very much the same but there is always a change with a fish or bird in different places and size. For all Laffi collectors, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
A rare brooch and earrings set by noted Sausalito Mid 20th century jeweler, Loyola Fourtane. She and her husband were jewelers and artists and worked from their houseboat in Sausalito, California from the 1930's -50's.
This set is made of sterling silver with copper and brass embellishments and what look like carnelian cabochons.
Brooch measures 2 1/2" across and 2 1/4" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely...
Striking geometric modernist design matte enamel on brass pendant, Germany, c.1950's. It measures 1 5/8" by 1 1/2", not including the bale and is in excellent condition. This kind of enamel work was done in Germany during this time, but there is no signature. Very interesting colors used, producing a strong and exciting piece.....$8 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.
These elegant earrings by Antonio Pineda have a great modernist design with their gorgeous combination of silver and deep Black Onyx stones. They measure 1/2" X 1/2" and together they weigh 12.2 grams. Hallmarked on both earrings with the Antonio Taxco crown they are in good vintage condition with minor age related wear and tarnish and the screw backs are in good working order. Chic, timeless, and elegant, they are a pair of earrings you will wear for a lifetime.
A hand engraved Smibo sterling silver rectangular hinged bangle bracelet from the 1950s. It measures 2-1/8 x 2" across the interior and it is 1/2" wide. It has a safety chain, a box clasp and it is engraved on one half. Unusually it is of rectangular hollow construction unlike most and it is stamped SMIBO STERL.. It weighs 20.7 grams and it is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs however it has a small engraved BAH on the unengraved side...
Fabulous bauhaus design modernist rhodocrosite and sterling ring, c.1960's. The band is an integral part of the design and it is signed "STERLING SILVER". The rings is size 7 3/4 and is in excellent condition with some wear around the edge of the stone due to the age. The stone itself is 13/16" in diameter and the ring stands 1/2" high. Very exciting piece!....$10 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY tax.
Esoteric silver and orange, brown, and black enamel bracelet by the modernist designer, Perli, Germany c.1950's. This hard to find and extremely desirable body of work is always a wonder. The unusual enamel designs are varied, ranging from the figural to the abstract. This abstract bracelet is signed "PERLI" and is in excellent condition. It has 4 links and measures 7 1/2"(inside measurement) by 9 /16". The enamel is set in silver with a black background...
Antonio Pineda Modernist sterling silver sculptural bracelet
Taxco, Mexico
Mid 20th century
Interior circumference - 5 1/4" plus a 1" gap in rear
This well crafted and substantial bracelet weighs a hefty 68 grams
Marked with Antonio crown and Los Castillo circular mark, 970, bell cypher and Hecho en Mexico
Very good vintage condition
Margot van Voorhies was married to Antonio Castillo and they opened Los Castillo where Margot became well known for her designs. After a divorce she opened her own taller Margot de Taxco. This is design number 5213 the hearts. You see this design with glass or amethyst centers but this one is a rare sterling dome. The length is 15 inches and is 1 1/8th inches tall. The links are without damage and is properly hallmarked as shown. A treasure of collector quality, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE.
Modernist sterling silver cuff links
Mid 20th century
Weight - 13.6 grams
7/8" x 5/8"
Marked 925
Excellent vintage condition
Handmade, large modernist sterling and amethyst ring signed "KRUP", c.1960'S. It is size 6 and made of heavy gauge silver. The front measures 1 3/4" tall by 1" wide, so is quite large in dimension. Amazing and fascinating ring. Excellent condition....$8 for USA insured shipping plus applicable NY tax.
C.L. Smith modernist sterling silver ring
1950
Etched and cut abstract design
Size 11
Very good vintage condition
Graziella Laffi sterling silver cuff bracelet
Peru
Mid 20th century
Interior circumference - 6 1/4" plus a 1" rear opening
2" tall
Weight - a substantial 72 grams
Marked G Laffi, Peru, 925
Excellent vintage condition
This massive cuff by Antonio Pineda features a design inspired by the French cave of Lascaux. He made several items with this design which can be found in the book "Silver Seductions" on page 141. This bracelet measures 2 1/4" at the front tapering to 1" at the back with an inside measurement of 5" and an opening of 1 3/4". Very heavy at 135.3 grams. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco Crown, 970, Hecho en Mexico, Silver, ZZ 717" and the eagle 17...
An abstract, geometric cuff bracelet made of thick sterling wires and flattened sterling curved areas by the NYC jeweler, Henry Steig.
Measures about 5" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 2 1/8" wide. Can probably be adjusted slightly. Fits snugly on my average wrist and does not turn, (which is good). Signed on the inside with Steig Sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.
Outstanding hand wrought design.
A very rare piece of hand wrought sterling silver modernist jewelry by the San Francisco Metalsmith, Harry Dixon.
This unusual massive cuff bracelet has a large spinach green and yellow striated raised agate. Very three dimensional.
Measures 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/8"...
Ethnographic Peruvian doll figurine motif. Vintage, weighty naive ethnographic Pre Columbian style figures or idols pin brooch with "C" clasp marked with an ethnic symbol stamp as, INDUSTRIA PERUANA & 900 for 90% Silver.
The native peoples were known to make dolls from precious metals.
24 Grams or .8 Oz and 2 X 2 1/4".
Super preowned vintage hefty condition with naive pin stem hinge.
$10 USPS Priority/Ins/Track or Free with your USA Ck or USPS MO.
Please collect with confi...
Janiye modernist sterling silver necklace
1950
Pendant 2" x 2 3/4"
Neck ring should fit a 16" neck
Weight - 40 grams
Marked Janiye, sterling on both neck ring and pendant
Excellent vintage condition
Rebajes Modernist Reticulated Copper Lobster Brooch
c.1930s
Stamped Rebajes
4 1/4" long
Excellent condition
Graziella Laffi sterling silver cuff links
1950
Peru
1 1/16" x 1 1/16"
Sterling top with copper fittings in rear
Marked 925, Laffi, Peru
Very nice vintage condition
The "Silver By Tono" hallmark dates this piece 1948-1953. Collector quality.
This Antonio Pineda pin is a superb early creation, with a repoussé silver upper segment and a large amethyst cabochon dangle. The recesses are oxidized giving a great deal of depth.
I have not seen this design before and believe it to be quite rare.
Measures 2 3/8" wide, 2" tall.
Weight is 26 grams.
Signed and hallmarked "Silver by Tono By Tono Mexico"...
A cultured pearls sterling silver circle or wreath pin brooch from the 1950s. This 1-1/2" across beauty features 14 lovely silvery white well-matched ~5 mm. cultured pearls and it features hand tooled leaves. It has a safety clasp, it is marked STERLING and it weighs 6.7 grams. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique a...
This mid-century bracelet is the work of Felipe Martinez, whose Taxco shop was called "Piedra y Plata.
Piedra y Plata opened in 1950 and soon gained a reputation as one of the best silver shops in Taxco.
This bracelet features flawlessly inlaid chrysocolla stones in heavy gauge sterling silver with a striking modernist design.
Closed, wearable length is 6 1/2", with a width of 13/16".
Weight is 76 grams.
Signed and hallmarked "Piedra Y P...
Signed,large and great original modernist design sterling and onyx pendant, Israel, c.1960's. Dimensional 2-sided squared design with interesting cuts and shapes, the pendant has a cabochon oval onyx stone backed in silver hanging freely. The front piece is smooth silver and the back piece is hand hammered both inside and out. Can possibly be worn either way. Large scale and made of heavy gauge silver, it measures 2 1/2" long by 1 7/8" wide by 1/2" depth in center. It is signed "ISRAEL 925 mark...
A pair of vintage sterling silver brooches by the American modernist jeweler, Ronald Hayes Pearson. May purchase individually or as a pair.
The larger first brooch, which looks like a stylized abstract bird measures about 3" long and 1" across. Signed Pearson, Sterling and with a stylized 'P'. Heavy sterling silver, weighs 20 gr.
The second brooch also reminds us of a stylized bird, but is more streamlined. This brooch measures 2 3/4" long and 1 3/8" at the widest. Weighs 17 gr. Marke...
Henry Steig modernist sterling silver bracelet
Mid 20th century
Interior circumference measures 6" plus a 1" rear opening for a total of 7" round
Height - 1 3/8" at tallest point
The bracelet is flexible
Weight - a solid 36+ grams
See matching necklace Inventory 3816
Marked Steig, sterling
Fine vintage condition
Maxwell Chayat modernist sterling silver and rhodocrosite brooch
1950
2" x 1"
Weight - 9 grams
Marked Chayat, sterling
Very good vintage condition
An amazing 4 1/4" long 970 silver and amethyst brooch by Taxco artist Antonio Pineda. There are five silver tubes with amethysts suspended from the knot design.They swing freely. Beautiful original condition and hallmarked for Antonio Pineda as shown. A marvelous coat or blazer pin.