This vintage 1960-s ruby and diamond oval cluster ring is set in 14Kt white gold. The center stone is a 4.5 X 6.5 millimeter oval faceted natural ruby that is surrounded by 12 full-cut round diamonds. The approximate weight of the ruby is 1.0 Ct and the 12 high quality diamonds total weight is approximately 0.36Ct. The ring is a size 6 and it can easily be sized.
This simply elegant period line bracelet is made of 14Kt yellow gold with a platinum top and decorated in the center by an approximately 0.06Ct single cut diamond. The diamond is flanked by a 3 mm square sapphire on either side. The length of the bracelet is 6 7/8” and the width is 3/16”.
Vintage sterling silver and copper pin or brooch designed and signed (1940's) by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). Pin measures 3 3/8" across. Fully hallmarked with Spratling's 1940 marks. Beautiful condition with an excellent patina. No dents or dings. Pin and lock work perfectly. Matching earrings also available. Pictured in MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill and Carole Berk on p.57.
This gorgeous 14kt white gold and diamond ring is an artistic interpretation of a bouquet of flowers with a bow. The approximate weight of the 2 full-cut diamonds and the 21 single-cut diamonds is 0.50Ct. The diameter of the top of the ring is 14 millimeters. The ring is a size 8 ¼ and it can easily be sized.
Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1943 sterling silver and cabachon amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought panels with bezel set amethyst cabochons. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: 7 1/2” long, links are 1 1/8" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.
Being offered is a rare circa 1942 sterling silver and cabachon amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. Early piece by one of the pioneers of the premiere Taxco Silver ateliers. Handwrought links with bezel set amethyst cabochons & alternating domed silver motifs. Tongue & box clasp. Dimensions: size 7 1/2 inches, links are 1 1/4 inches wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.
Rare silver PALM TREE pin by Fred Davis, Mexico, c.1930. Measures 2 1/8" high by 1 3/4" wide. Solid back with the original "C" clasp and of very good weight. Signed "MADE IN MEXICO FD SILVER" and is in excellent condition......$23 for insured shipping.
A rare early, molten sterling silver brooch by Sam Kramer. Has lots of layers and different contrasting textures.
Measures 1 5/8" high and 1 3/8" wide.
Signed with an impressed mushroom and sterling on the back. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Heavy and substantial. Weighs 24 gr.
Fine example of his work.
Very rare Hector Aguilar bracelet that measures 1.25 in. tall and 7 in. long. The pyramids have a measurement of 10 mm. in height giving the bracelet great dimension. 87 grams is the weight and the patina is natural and gorgeous. The condition is without repairs and damage. It seriously appears to have hardly been worn. I do not like to use the word rare as all of these treasure made by the top tier Maestros are rare but this one deserves that title. An excellent example and collector quality.
Very rare William Kerr sterling art nouveau pin showing the full body of a woman surrounded by a floral design, c.1900. Unbelievably beautiful art nouveau piece! Signed " KERR mark STERLING #1701" and is in excellent condition. Measures a generous 2 5/8" long by 1 3/4" wide and has the original "c" clasp which is more substantial than usual. One of the very finest art nouveau pieces of jewelry by Kerr....Insured shipping fee is $16 in the USA.
Hand wrought, this large, detailed, sterling silver belt buckle was created c.1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hubert Harmon. Measuring 4 1/4" long x 2 1/4" from toe to toe the piece weighs 55 grams. 2 loops on the back measure 1 1/2" across. The smaller loop at the heel is 1 1/8". The design beautifully details the contours and shape of the bottom of a foot and it's toes. The buckle (or pendant if you like) is in excellent condition with a soft aged patina...
Enrique Ledesma was known for his work with stone next to silver. In this necklace he chose some of the brightest obsidian with a flaming gold sheen. I can not capture how black this stone is without much light and also how it glows as you move with the light. The necklace has a wearable length of 17in. and is made with thick silver. The matching earrings are a gorgeous 1.75in. long and have a strong clip back. The height is just under a half inch tall...
This Hector Aguilar Vintage Mexican Silver Bracelet is perfect for any occasion. Dimensions entail: 7 inches in total length, 0.5 in tall, 1.5 inch gap length, a 2.5 inch inside diameter, and a total weight of 80.5 grams. The patina is naturally dark. This has been stored for many years and I have left it untouched for the buyers decision of lightening.
Carl Tasha sterling ring.
Size 7" - 7 1/4".
Condition - excellent.
Signed.
Elegant Edwardian 14K gold brooch in the form of a floral bouquet. The flower petals are enameled in soft iridescent silver and then “jeweled” with a thick application of translucent amethyst enamel. This unusual treatment creates a feeling of depth in the flowers. Each blossom is centered with a natural pearl. The leaves look very much like water lilies foliage and are beautifully decorated with translucent green enamel fading to yellow at the tips...
American Sterling Modernist Jewelry Brooch
Art Smith
c.1950s
Excellent condition
2 5/8" x 2"
A handsome pair of Art Deco Mother of Pearl, Platinum, 14K yellow Gold and Diamond button-form double-sided cufflinks made by Carrington and Company, each cufflink centered with a small sparkling diamond, platinum bezel, yellow gold back, circa 1925, marked 14 within a C and pattern number, antique cased. Weight: 9.4 Grams. Size: 9/16" diameter; Condition is excellent.
A vintage 6" long pendant, neck ring and pair of modernist sterling silver screw back earrings with rows of stained wood beads and sterling connectors by Anna Greta Eker for Norway Designs Studio Plus.
The pendant, in lightly hammered sterling silver is 6" long from the top of the bale and 1 7/8" across. Has 5 strands of cascading wood beads with sterling connectors. Marked with ND, AGE, Plus sign, Sterling 925, and Norway. Has a little tarnish...
Sam Kramer modernist sterling silver and operculum shell ring
1950
Size 6
Weight - 15.58 grams
Very good vintage condition with appropriate surface wear
Two minor shallow fissures on each side of the shell but very stable
Mark is obscured but guaranteed to be a Sam Kramer design
A fine pair of mid-century modern 14K yellow gold and diamond cufflinks by Larter. The heavy gold faces are decorated with parallel lines and the canted edges are bead-set with brilliant round-cut diamonds. The diamonds are of very good quality, estimated at I color, VS clarity. The stones are set in white gold enhanced with milgrain borders. The backs are completed with the older type of toggle mounting. The backs are stamped with Larter’s hallmark.
Origin: America, ca...
Sterling silver watch fob by George W. Shiebler. An outstanding example of the "Medallion" or "Curio Medallion" line, this watch fob is comprised of a horizontal log-like bar inscribed with the Greek letters "XAPIE" suspending five discs depicting Greek gods and goddesses. Pictured from left they are Zeus, unknown, Pallas Athena, unknown, and Mercury. The two unknown images are female and probably depict Aphrodite, Hera or Demeter...
This Los Castillo design 262 is an early one created when Margot Van Voorhies was married to Don Antonio Castillo. I believe these early pieces are the very best of her work. Stunning in size with an almost 2 inches of height and a weight of 84 grams of almost pure 980 silver. The condition reflects no damage and also well cared for over time. The diameter is 2.25 inches with the gap set at 1in. This can be professionally adjusted for most to fit. One of the best from the Spratling Era.
This Navajo squash blossom is made of heavy sterling and with expert craftsmanship. It is signed as shown by YH. The long bead is 1.5in. long and the disk beads are 5/8th of an inch tall. I purchased this in the 70's and it has been in my collection ever since and hardly worn. The beads are silky smooth sterling and weighs 172.5 grams. The length is a luxurious 30in. long. Strung on strong chain and in perfect condition, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
A vintage sterling silver Mid Century Modernist pendant by Betty Cooke with lots of 'Bubbles'.
The pendant measures 2 3/4" high including the bale and 1 1/4" at the widest and 3/16" thick. Signed Cooke Sterling on the side. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.
Currently suspended from a sterling silver neck collar with a secure hook clasp. Collar is marked STER. Collar measures about 16" around and can be opened wider to put on.
Well made with a stunning design...
Vintage sterling silver buckle bracelet
Wearable length - 7 1/2"
Width - 1"
Heavy and substantial weighing 161.80 grams
Working buckle clasp mechanism
European origin
c. 1960 - 1980
Very good vintage condition
An elegant pair of Edwardian 14K gold and platinum double-sided cufflinks by Tiffany & Co. The round faces are set with plaques of black mother of pearl within engraved platinum borders. The faces are centered by natural seed pearls. The mother of pearl has strong iridescence, primarily in rose shades, against the silvery gray body color. Black mother of pearl is much less common than the lighter colors and creates a striking effect. The bright-cut engraving of the platinum borders adds a t...
A first design period sterling silver cuff bracelet by William Spratling. This cuff, known as the 'Dog Bone', measures 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 3/8" and 7/8" wide at the ends. Probably could be slightly adjusted if needed. Marked with the incised WS with Spratling Made in Mexico in a circle mark, and Sterling. Has some minor scratches and tarnish and some very tiny dings. A true find for the collector.
Rachel Gera ring, modernist abstract form
Israel
1970
Sterling silver set with an oval honey amber and a reddish/brown amber cabochon
Size 8 1/2
Stamped Gera 925
Very good vintage condition
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.
An extremely fine 14K white gold and pearl brooch by Mikimoto. Even by Mikimoto’s standards, the pearls are particularly good quality, with cream body color and strong rose overtones. The pearls are also quite generously sized, ranging from 7.85mm to 8.35. The surfaces have only slight natural blemishes and offer superb, clear reflections. AA pearls of this size were only rarely used by Mikimoto in brooches, as they were more often set aside for use in strands. The back of the pin is sign...
Georg Jensen sterling silver cuff bracelet
Denmark
1940
Designer - Harald Nielsen
This well crafted classic bracelet with a unique Celtic type design measures 2" x 2 3/8" x 1 3/8" at its tallest point
Interior circumference - 6" plus a 1 1/8" rear opening
Weight - a solid 58 grams
Marked Georg Jensen, 55, 925s
Fine vintage condition
Betty Cooke modernist sterling silver hand scored pendant/brooch
This large and versatile piece can be worn as a brooch or hung from a torque or chain as a pendant
3" 5/8" x 3"
Weight - 15 grams
Marked COOKE, sterling
Fine vintage condition
This is a Pair of Signed 24K Lika Behar Moonstone Earrings from a Maryland Estate. Collectors know this designer
A very good pair of 14Kyellow gold cufflinks, the oval faces enhanced with foliate engraving around the edges and centering .25-carat old European diamonds. The torpedo backs are decorated with matching foliate engraving. The diamonds are unusually large for cufflinks of this period and are of excellent quality, graded as I color and VS1 clarity. Tested and guaranteed 14K.
Origin: America, ca. 1890. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: front faces, 1/2” x 3/4”. Weight: 8.7 grams...
A museum quality oval pendant signed Benevidez (Johnny) and Tim Yazzie Sterling. Possibly a piece by both men who are Santo Domingo/Navajo artists. The Tim Yazzie mark is not typical however if one searches the web, one can find similar pieces created by both men.
Silver overlay designs highlight the intricately cut lapis,onyx and turquoise stones. A solid pendant, it
measures 3-1/4 x 1-1/2" and weighs a hefty 49gr. The sterling collar has a hook clasp and is marked TS 91 Taxco 925.
This is a White to Celadon w Lavender Jade Dragon & Phoenix Pendant from a Virginia, USA Estate. Beautifully Hand Carved this Jade piece measures 2 1/8" X 1 1/4" tapering down to 1" X 5/16" width. Finished with multi Diamonds in the White Gold Bale. Circa last 20 years