We have a Matl Salas, gold wash, and snake bracelet to match a Matl snake necklace also listed on our site. The length is 8in. long but fits like a 7 in. bracelet because of it's width of .75in. and depth of the weave. The hallmark shown has a worn S and M and is also photographed on it's curved surface. These snakes are a time consuming work as they are hand woven with silver wire. All coils are present and beautifully spaced. The weight is 76 grams heavy.

An attractive mid-Victorian mourning brooch c1860-80. It is a pressed horn with a dark resinous/lacquer finish to resemble jet or bog oak (which was a semi-petrified and preserved wood from the marshy bogs of Ireland, less common even in the 19th century, so also imitated). This 1-5/8" x 1" pin features a high relief flower spray; it has the original brass c-clasp...

This is an Diamond Engagement Ring with an Antique half carat old Mine Cut Diamond. From a Maryland Estate the Diamond specifics are as follows: .50 Carats; SI1 Clarity; HI Color; Old Mine Cut. Set in a six prong yellow gold mounting ca. 1900 - 1920.

This 1950s necklace has a very clean and classic design, and is well constructed with secure, rope-like chain. The central part of the necklace evolves into a thicker but elegantly entwined chain and tapers off toward the ends. It has the original spring-ring clasp. The jump ring bears an 835, indicating silver content. The necklace measures 17 inches long. Weight: 20.4 grams

Vintage brooch or pin presenting a lady in profile, a classic motif within a gilt frame. Made of red clay and fired in a way that adds a crackle effect to the gilt surface. Probably French, c 1940's, unsigned. Diameter "2/ 5 cm. Condition: fine.

A signed B. David green blue rhinestone pin & earrings set probably from the 1960s. This nice quality vintage rhinestone 1-3/4" x 1-1/2" pin and 1" x 7/8" clip-on earrings set features claw-set light blue and peridot green coloured rhinestones and each is signed B. DAVID (in business 1945-93). This set is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

Impressive & rare this hand forged sterling silver belt buckle inlaid with chrysocolla quartz was designed & signed by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The buckle measures 4" X 2" and weighs 83 grams. It will accommodate a 1 inch strap. Signed on the reverse SPRATLING de MEXICO, STERLING & eagle 13. This combination of marks are found only on Spratling designs made from 1948-52. Beautiful condition and patina...

This terrific Edwardian watch chain is complete with swivel clip and T bar (most aren’t), and with very nice detail. It weighs a satisfying 36.5g. It is unmarked, but tests as gold fill. 13-1/2” in length; the long bar links measure 1-1/8” each. The T bar is 1-7/8 long. We just love the details! It would be the perfect accessory for your Dickensian outfit, cosplay in general, or it could be altered to make a necklace or bracelet...

This desirable pin is full of jazzy faux diamonds and brilliant ruby red rhinestones that sparkle and glitter like there is no tomorrow. And that’s just what it was about during the flamboyant Deco period... glitzy and flashy.

The broach measures 2 1/2” across and 1 ¼” deep. It is in excellent vintage condition with some slight plating wear and guaranteed vintage.

His items are rare because he only produced jewelry between 1935-1943 and was killed in WWII.

Art Smith modernist earrings

Sterling silver

1950s

Large and impressive at 2 1/8" across

Weight - 26 grams

Screw back

Signed Art Smith - slightly obscured

Excellent condition

Fabulous very long French poured glass sautoir with thin dark goldtone metal chains and luscious glass beads simulating carved jewels in six colors: green, blue, cranberry, purple, topaz, and a beautiful dark pink tourmaline color I have not seen before in French jewelry. Circa 1950 or possibly earlier; the clasp is an early spring ring without the thumb tab. 60 inches long and just under 5/8 inch wide at the largest beads. The largest beads are 7/8 inch/24 millimeters long...

From his first design period, with hallmarks dating 1940- 46, this is a silver conch pin designed by William Spratling and featured in books on Mexican silver. Measuring 2 3/4" by 2", weighs 21 grams and is signed as shown. The pin clasp may have been replaced . One of Spratling's favorite designs.

A great pair of screw back sterling silver Mask earrings by listed artist and sculptor, Charles Val Clear. Signed Charles Val and Sterling. Screw backs are also marked sterling. Measure 1 1/2" long and 1/2" across. Have a nice contrasting patina for a cool effect. Screw backs hold tightly. Very Mid Century.

An early cross brooch in Sterling Silver with Coral, Amethyst and Mother of Pearl by Matilde Poulat. Measures 1 5/8" across and 1 7/8" tall. Marked MATL, 925 and also has an etched 'E'. Has a squiggle of silver attached to the bottom by two rings. Amethyst stone is faceted. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. Has a little tarnish. Very unusual combination of stones.

This long necklace is composed of delicate, forged-wire sterling silver rings measuring 5/8 inch across. Attached to it is a removable, hammered sterling silver pendant in the shape of an Egyptian ankh symbol. The pendant bears the maker’s mark of Calf & Dragon, an Evanston, IL, jeweler recently out of business, according to information on the Internet. The chain necklace, which resembles the work of Boston’s John Lewis, is not marked...

A clip and belt buckle comprise this set.The center long green part is Bakelite, and the silver color metal supports pave rhinestones in an interesting pattern. The new adjustable lined ribbon belt (note the velcro) is removable if desired. This set is probably from the 1920's. Each of the three pieces measures 2 5/8" long and 1 5/8" at widest.

Vintage Trifari “Jewels of India” earrings. Unfoiled ruby & sapphire colored pear shaped stones with pave rhinestones & a large oval “flawed” emerald color cabochon in the center. 1 1/8" (3 cm) x 1" (2.5cm) ,they are in perfect, like new condition! Please Note: All items must have the original inventory tags in place and be untouched in order to be returned.

A spectacular pair of vintage Antonio Pineda Earrings with a bold modernist design. With a half dome at the top it features an elongated trumpet shape silver dangle with a cone shaped Amethyst stone set slightly inside so that it hangs from the end. They measure 3" long and together they weigh 26.6 grams. One earring has the Antonio Taxco Crown mark and the other is marked with the eagle 17. In good vintage condition with the typical screw backs...

Elegant signed Mikimoto 14K yellow gold brooch set with a cluster of five pearls. The pearls are of the exceptional quality that only Mikimoto produces--a beautiful luster and very white body color. The back is stamped with Mikimoto's hallmark.

Origin: Japan, ca 1970. Condition: excellent, no damage, all original. Size: 1" x 2"; pearls 5-6mm. Weight: 5.0 grams.

Henry Steig modernist sterling silver brooch

1950

3 1/4" x 1 1/4"

10.50 grams

Marked Steig, sterling

Excellent vintage condition

A colorful 18K gold and gemstone ring from the “Rainbow Collection” by H Stern. Created in the 1980’s, the collection was intended to show off the variety of colored gemstones available from Stern’s Brazilian mines and also the artistry of the company’s designers in the subtly graduated colors that reproduce the colors of the rainbow spectrum. The selection includes garnet, amethyst, citrine, peridot, and blue topaz...

Early SATSUMA buttons made into period screwback earrings, Japan, c.1920. They each have a blue and gold bird on green leaves. Excellent condition except there is a small chip at the back(see last photo) on one. Measures almost 1" diameter......$7 for insured USA shipping.

This is an Antique MICRO MOSAIC BROOCH from a Florida, USA Estate. Set in an Oval base metal frame this piece measures 1 1/8" X 15/16". The back has the old C CLASP and Crossover pin helping date this ca. 1900. Hard to Find and In Excellent Condition

These very stylish bow earrings from the 1960-s are made of 14Kt yellow gold and set with 4mm natural emeralds. The two emeralds have great color and an approximate total weight of 0.60 Ct. The earrings diameter is 13/16”.

A 14k gold genuine coral ring circa 1940s 1950. This vintage yellow gold size 5 ring features a claw-set loaf-shaped natural coral stone. I thas an elegant industrial modern lines, and measures 11/16" x 9/16" across the top / upper section. It is stamped JIC and 14K and weighs 4.8 grams. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs, but the coral is just very slightly wiggly...

A pair of simple yet elegant 14Kt yellow gold stud earrings set with 9 X 7 millimeter oval opals. The earrings have posts with ear knots.

An extraordinarily fine Victorian 14K yellow gold and enamel pocket watch chain in the Aesthetic style. The heavy chain comprises ribbed open links joined by doubly-interlocking textured open links. Near each end, the chain is set with a shell-motif bead accented with opaque black taille d’epargne enamel. The original t-bar is heavily decorated with acanthus leaves and geometric motifs typical of the Aesthetic era, all enhanced with enamel. At 15-1/4” long, the chain is just long enough to b...

A pretty 18K yellow gold pendant in a shape that suggests a pair of wings, each set with rose cut diamonds. The design is completed with an additional diamond at the top in a buttercup setting. The pendant was likely fashioned from a larger piece of jewelry that was no longer fashionable. The reverse is stamped with a goldsmith’s mark and also with the Birmingham date mark for 1849. The jump ring is 14K.

• Origin: Birmingham, England, 1849
• Condition: excellent
• Dimensions: ...

A very fine pair of platinum, diamond and aquamarine earrings in a classic Art Deco style. The brilliant round-cut diamonds graduate from .20 ct at the top to .30 ct at the bottom. The diamonds are finely matched at H color, VS1 to VS2 clarity, with good to very good cut. The brilliant oval-cut aquamarines have fine color color, very good brilliance and SI clarity. The aquamarines are unheated. Each gemstone is set in a fully articulated mounting with a pierced gallery. The earrings have screw ...

This is a spectacular one of a kind cameo portrait signet ring collector's item made of an sardonyx, a variety of banded onyx and a form of chalcedony quartz of reddish brown. Portrait cameos were often commissioned by those who had amassed enough wealth to leave their mark on society. The wearer of such a ring would demonstrate admiration for a particular philosopher, writer or popular figure in society. The possession of a ring set with a cameo established the owner of the ring as a person o...

Marci Zelmanoff mixed metal ring

Gold and silver organic form "stones" embedded in silver, rose and yellow gold granulated bubbles combine to create a classic hand crafted work

Call it surrealist or brutalist it's definitely her signature and intense style.

Zelmanoff's work was featured in major artisan publications of the 1970s as well displayed in many well know galleries of the time.

More recently, however, Zelmanoff's work has definitely been flying under ...

A late Medieval signet ring of silver engraved with strong cross cultural references of the pelican in her piety and navigation symbols of the moon and stars. During the medieval period many were illiterate and pictorial signet rings served the practical purpose of bearing a mark that when impressed upon clay would authenticate documents. The Pelican in her piety refers to the medieval fable of the pelican drawing blood from her breast to feed her chicks. The Pelican thus is a strong symbol ...

A lovely two-sided 18K gold and crystal photo locket by Parisian jeweler Charles Garnier. This style of locket became popular in the latter half of the 19th century and was revived from time to time up through the Edwardian era. NOTE: The pale green interior is used only for photographic purposes. The lockets were worn with a photograph showing from each side or with a single photograph on the front and a memento of some sort (a lock of hair or a pressed flower) on the back. The crystals ar...

Qing Dynasty era Noble lady's gilt silver hairpin with the jadeite like green glass, very nice and finely crafted by those skillful silversmith, great condition for your collection

A stand out modernist sterling silver Neck Ring from Finland designed by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa, Oy. He was the head jewelry designer for the company from 1971-89 and had won many prestigious awards.

Marked on the back for Kultaseppa, Finland silver standard, 925H, Town mark for Turku, and T7 for the date code 1972.

Measures 12" around with an opening of 2 3/4". Meant to sit on the collar bone. Measures 1 1/4" wide at the ends.

In very nice condition with minor surfac...

A very nice carnelian bead of ancient world probably 2000years old