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.
A heavy Danish sterling ring designed by Kim Buck that is marked with the round Jensen logo, 447, 925S Denmark. Size 6. Very light wear.
Designed by Harald Nielson, a heavy sterling cuff that weighs 56 grams. The inner diameter measures 2.48 inches, and at its widest point measures 1-1/2". It is marked on both ends. On one side is Jensen round logo 55 and on the other end 925S Denmark. Light wear.
A vintage modernist sterling silver brooch by Hans Hansen, Denmark, most likely from the 1960s. We have not been able to find another example. Four layers of concentric ovals, slightly curling up at each end. Has some light oxidation between the layers for an interesting contrast.
Measures about 2 1/4" long and 5/8" wide.
Marked with the conjoined HH, 126 for the design number, Denmark and 925S.
Has a rollover safety clasp which holds securely. In fine condition...
A vintage modernist sterling silver ring by Anna Greta Eker for Norway Designs Studio Plus in the ball or jester design. Made from 5 interlaced prongs with balls at the ends.
Marked with ND, AGE, +, Sterling 925S, and Norway.
Currently about a size 6 1/2, but can be adjusted a little. In nice condition with minor nicks and surface scratches. Thick sterling.
A fine example of this popular modernist design.
A pair of hard to find William Spratling silver earrings with a ruffled silver band adorned with silver beads. These earrings are from the 1st design period. They are pictured on page 54 of Morrill and Beck's book, "Mexican Silver".
Measure 1 3/4" across and 2" high including the screw backs. Marked Spratling Silver on the back of each screw back. They are sterling silver or better. The screw backs hold securely. The earrings have some tarnish and minor scratches...
A vintage hand wrought sterling silver necklace comprised of graduated circular links ending with two oval bezel set brown iridescent cabochons, maybe Tiger's Eye.
The necklace measures 23" long. Has a secure hook closure. The drops in the center are 3 1/2" long. The cabochons are 1" long and 3/4" across.
Signed on the back of each drop, Handwrought, Sterling and M. H. R. for the artisan.
Well made. Pretty glistening stones.
A modernist sterling silver pendant with a large brown striped agate. This heavy piece is made from sterling silver that is hammered, textured and folded for an interesting 3-D effect.
Marked Sterling and what looks like script conjoined initials, maybe AH or AHP.
The pendant measures 2 1/4" long including the bale and 1 3/4" at the widest. The pendant weighs 33 gr.
Currently on a sterling 23" rope chain that has a secure spring clasp. Would look lovely on a neck ring...
Vintage Gilt Silver Pink Tourmaline Cabochon Bracelet Marked Sterling
It is 6.6 inches (16.85 cm) in inner circumference by 2.34 inches (5.95 cm) in inner diameter and 1.5 inches (3.85 cm) wide. The stone is 1.57 inches (4 cm) wide by 1.53 inches (3.9 cm) in length. It is 111 gam.
The silver is tarnished and has surface wears and scratches...
An Arts and Crafts sterling silver pendant necklace in the style of the Chicago school. Pendant has a large carnelian cabochon and four dangles.
The pendant measures 1 1/4" long including the dangles and 1" at the widest. Unsigned. Each side of the chain is 9" long for a total of 19" with the toggle clasp and looks to be original to the pendant.
Fine condition, has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Great example.
An Arts and Crafts hammered sterling silver ring with a green bezel set cabochon by the Odd Krafters Shop of Chicago.
Stone measures 3/8" in diameter. May be Chrysoprase. Measures about a size 6 and can be adjusted slightly due to the overlapping band.
Marked on the back with OKS, Hand Made, and Sterling. The 'S' is partially struck. Mark is behind the part of the ring where the stone is so it could resized without disturbing it.
You can see the light hammering. Fine condition...
A lightly hammered sterling silver bangle bracelet signed by the artist, Walter Tofel of Bennington, Vermont. Tofel was the manager at the Ed Levin store in Bennington in 1970 where he learned his craft. He began making his own jewelry designs which he sold at craft fairs and later out of his home.
This bracelet has lightly hammered curved sides and flatten areas. It is oval so can easily be slipped on and off.
Measures 3" across the diameter...
A pair of vintage hand wrought sterling silver bracelets: one link and one with a geometric, large solid charm by the Mid Century Modernist silversmith, Charles Leslie Smith. May purchase individually or as a pair.
The solid link bracelet measures about 7 1/4" long and 1/" at the widest. The back is marked with the CLS in a shield logo for the artist, Hand Wrought and Sterling. Has a hook closure that holds securely...
A great collection of three vintage Navajo handmade round sterling boxes with elaborate stamping...
These are a fabulous pair of vintage sterling handmade one of a kind earrings by Israeli Modernist designer Rachel Gera. Three dimensional with discs of both brushed and smooth silver, the effect is quite textural. Hanging 3" long and 1 1/2" wide, they have posts for pierced ears and weigh 29grams total. They are in fine original condition and signed as shown. You will definitely be noticed in these for all the right reasons. Born in 1936, Rachel Gera passed away in February of this year. These ...
A rare, stunning vintage sterling necklace and earrings by Modernist Joachim S'Paliu of Cordorba, Spain. Born in 1944, he produced a significant line of jewelry during the 1960's and 70's. This big, bold, neck ring and attached pendant opens and closes with a tight hook clasp on one side of the neck ring. The neck ring measures 15" around total and the pendant measures 3 1/4" long including the bale. Total weigh of the necklace is 70 grams. The earrings are clip backs with posts for pierced ears...
A choice of a pair of vintage earrings or hook bracelet from the American Studio Modernist jeweler, John Lewis in hammered sterling silver. May purchase individually or together.
The screw back earrings measure 1/2" across. They hold securely. Marked Sterling and with the crossed JL mark of the artist on the back of the screw part. You can see the hammer marks that the artist is known for.
The bracelet measures almost 8" around and 3/4" at the widest. Weighs 9 gr. The bracelet has a da...
Designed by Karin Pedersen for JemAx of Denmark, this sterling silver vermeil and white enamel brooch is such a great example of Scandinavian minimalist / modernist design from the 1960s and 1970s. I love the pearlescence of the white here and the way its translucence brings out the guilloche motifs in the silver underneath. White is a gorgeous color in Scandinavian enamelwork and it pairs perfectly with darker, more subdued hue time and loving use has bestowed to the vermeil finish. Measuring 2...
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 vintage hammered sterling silver circles necklace and bangle bracelet in the style of the American Studio Modernist jeweler, John Lewis. These examples are both signed 'jb' and sterling, but it is unclear who this was and if they had any relationship to Lewis. They are even signed the same way but with jb instead of the crossed JL.
The necklace has a lightly hammered texture, circles are various sizes. Measures 18" long with the widest circle measuring 7/8". Very delicate, weighs 8 gr. ...
This gorgeously fluid design by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda measures 6 7/8" wearable length and 3/4" wide. The bracelet weighs 122 grams. It is in beautiful condition with a warm & aged patina. The clasp and safety chain are in perfect working order. Fully hallmarked on the reverse with Antonio CROWN, 970 STERLING, Eagle 17 & pattern ZZ616. Antonio apprenticed under William Spratling before opening his own very successful shop in 1940.
A classic vintage brooch in an floral shape by Georg Jensen with an unusual dark blue or grey mottled cabochon.
Marked on the back Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, Sterling, Denmark, style number 71.
Measures about 1 3/8" across and 1 3/8" high.
Rollover safety clasp holds securely. Has minor surface scratches and some tarnish on the back. The stone is matte and has some texture, not shiny. Beautiful repousse work.
Fine example of Georg Jensen design.
A superb American silver locket and chain necklace from the Victorian era. The book chain is enhanced with three rows of lapidary-cut silver balls. The locket’s cover is decorated with an engraved scene of an egret, bamboo, reeds and a fan in the Japonaise style popular during the Aesthetic period. The interior retains the original frames on either side. The chain can be worn without the locket as a 17” necklace or, with the drop chain in place at the back, as a 19-1/4” necklace. American ...
A French silver watch chain with a button hook on one end and a locking swivel on the other. The beauty of this chain is its absolute simplicity. It would look great paired with additional silver chains of various styles to create a longer necklace. Paired correctly, the button hook would make a superb hook for a locket or charms. The chain is stamped with a boar’s head hallmark for 800/1000 silver purity.
- Origin: France, ca. 1880
- Condition: excellent, all original
- Dimen...
A vintage modernist pendant by Jens Ib. Bluitgen, who was head of the design workshop of Georg Jensen from 1953-1961 before going out on his own. Made in Denmark. Three lightly hammered sterling curved shields with an oxidized dark patina suspended from a sterling heart shaped neck ring.
The pendant is marked 925S for Sterling, IB for the maker and Denmark. Measures 4" long and 1 1/8" at the widest. The pendant has some minor wear to the finish on the front and tarnish on the back. Nec...
Spratling designed this "pyramid" buckle in the 1940's. The buckle measures 2 1/8" X 1 1/2". It weighs 40 grams & will fit a 1 1/8" wide strap. The design is pictured on spratlingsilver.com where Phyllis Goddard explains the design was "made in 3 versions with this one being the largest or the "grande" model." The buckle is in great condition with heavy patina and some surface wear. Hallmarked on the reverse SPRATLING SILVER & MADE IN MEXICO. The buckle is pictured in MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Mor...
Choice of a sterling silver hand wrought petite lily pad brooch or pair of pierced earrings with a Jack in the Pulpit floral design by the noted Arts and Crafts jeweler, Mary Gage.
May purchase individually or as a pair.
The brooch measures 1" in diameter. Closes with a secure rolling clasp. Has a warm patina. Marked Mary Gage Sterling on the back. In the lily pad design that she is known for.
The post back earrings measure 5/8" across and 1 1/4" high. Marked Mary Gage once on th...
Bold and beautiful with a Modernist design, this stunning bracelet by Antonio Pineda is a fine example of his craftmanship and artistry. At the corner of each heavy thick silver link is a light blue faceted Spinel and another spinel tops the push in clasp. Measures 6 7/8" long, 3/4" wide and weighs 95.3 grams. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco Crown, Hecho en Mexico, 970 and the eagle 17. A timeless and elegant bracelet.
Featured in the book Silver Masters of Mexico on page 63 is this early Hector Aguilar Sterling Silver Bracelet. Beautifully designed and crafted with decorative circles connected by three silver bands. Measures 7" long, 1" wide and weighs 70 grams. In good condition with a secure clasp. Hallmarked HA, Made in Mexico, Sterling. A great bracelet that will never go out of style.
A very fine and rare Georgian locket in the “giardinetti” style featuring an oval rock crystal compartment bordered in gold completely surrounded by silver leaves and flowers set with 117 rose cut diamonds in closed-back settings typical of the period. The matching bail is in the form of a countess’ coronet. This piece is a very rare survival from the Georgian period. Tested and guaranteed silver and 18K. The bail is stamped with illegible hallmarks.
- Origin: probably France, ca 1780...
A signed sterling green turquoise cross by Evelyn Anderson who worked for the Atkinson Trading Company. The necklace is not original to the piece and has some darkening in areas that is difficult to polish.
The cross is marked E.A. Sterling and measures 3" x 4"; the 24" necklace is unmarked. A similar piece can be found in "Skystone and Silver ~ The Collector's Book of Southwest Indian Jewelry".
Luminous Obsidian stones are at the center of this large and lovely Antonio Pineda Bracelet in a design known as the Swans. Measuring 1 1/4" wide by 7 1/3" long it is a bracelet with a bold modernist style. Very heavy at 108 grams. Secure clasp and attached safety chain. Hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown, 970, Hecho en Mexico, Silver and the eagle 17. The Swan design in the form of a Necklace is featured in the book Silver Seductions. This is a gorgeous bracelet with an impressive style.
This Silver Necklace by Fred Davis is a rare and seldom seen piece created in the 1930's. Featuring silver bands that are slightly curved to fit around the neck. It measures 1 1/2" wide by 15" long with a three hook closure. Nice and heavy at 137 grams. Marked with the joined FD, Sterling, Mexico. Light age related tarnish but no other damage. A truly fabulous and highly collectible piece.
Vintage set of Mexican fine silver concave cufflinks signed by Antonio Pineda, this pair is wrought in the renowned Taxco modernist's .970 alloy. I love the sculptural lusciousness of the flat-bottomed ovoid body and the wave-like motion by which its edges rise and drop around the central hollow. In a slick mid-century design that can be easily enjoyed by just about everybody the cufflinks are 1 3/16" long by 7/8" wide and weigh 23.4 grams (for the set). They are fully marked with Antonio's cro...
A well constructed, heavy sterling silver cuff bracelet with a large central bezel set carnelian cabochon. The under layer is thick hammered sterling with a polished sterling overlay.
Measures 5 7/8" around with an opening of 1 3/8". Rigid so couldn't be easily adjusted. Could be worn by a man or a woman. Measures 1 5/8" at the widest. Weighs 82 gr.
Fine condition. There are some surface scratches to the polished finish.
Feels substantial on.
A fine, hand hammered modernist sterling silver collar necklace and hook bracelet by the California studio jeweler, Gerald Stinn, (1937-2019). Thick hammered sterling wires gently curved and flattened.
The necklace measures about 12" around with an opening of about 2". Measures 1/4" at the widest. Probably better for a slender neck although can be adjusted somewhat.
The bracelet measures about 7 1/4" around the inside, hard to get an exact measurement due to the curves. Lightly hamme...
