Art Smith modernist copper brooch

1950's

4 3/8" x 1 3/8" at widest point

Weight - 35 grams

Marked Art Smith in script on verso

Excellent vintage condition with original oxidation

David Andersen - Uni modernist ring

Designer - Marianne Berg

Sterling silver and crystal

Dramatic raised faceted crystal

Size 8

Weight - 12+ grams

Crystal stands 5/8" above finger

Very good vintage condition

An exceptional vintage large copper pendant with blue and green stone inlay depicting a horse and woman by Ex-pat Ken Beldin, who lived in Tenencingo, Mexico and made jewelry and sculptures from 1940 through the 1960s. Suspended from the original leather cord.

The pendant measures 5" across and 3 1/4" at the widest. Has blue and green crushed stone inlay and turquoise colored beads in the woman's earrings. Great contrast of verdigris and copper...

Rare Betty Cooke modernist brass and ceramic necklace

Late 1940s - 1950s

4 3/4" x 4 1/2"

Each drop measures 3" long

Very good vintage condition with only minor loss to the edge of 2 ceramic cylinders

Stamped, Cooke

This wonderful choker measures 16" long. It consists of large beads, alternating white, pearlized and light purple and lavender. It is adjustable with a hook clasp marked GERMANY. It is circa 1940s - 1950s. It is in excellent condition.

Interesting vintage pair of 14K yellow gold cufflinks, the faces set with detailed medallions depicting a Native American above black onyx plaques. The edges are finished in a classic ropetwist motif. The backs are marked "14K."

Origin: America, ca. 1950. Condition: very good, sharp detail; the toggle mechanism on one link is slightly bent, but does not affect functionality and is not visible when being worn. Size: 15/16" diameter. Weight: 20.25 grams.

A beautiful Georg Jensen USA Laurence Foss designed brooch in a classic Arts and Crafts pineapple style. Brooch measures 1 3/8" tall and 1 1/4" across. Has a teardrop moonstone cabochon. Marked with U.S.A. Georg Jensen, Inc., 480 and Sterling. Has a roll over safety clasp which holds securely. Nice patina and weight. Some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Wonderfully made.

Absolutely stunning on with a length of 7 inches and a weight of a solid 68 grams. Hallmark correctly shown for Antonio Pineda. The presence is sleek at just under 1 inch. Each moonstone is framed with two caviar balls. The moonstones glow a beautiful blue and there is no damage or repairs. There is some patina but not heavy leaving to buyer to decide for their own personal taste. Clasp is tight and closes with a click. An excellent example from the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

A vintage 14Kt two tone gold and diamond engagement ring centered by an approximately 0.30Ct brilliant cut diamond that has H color and VS1 clarity. The center diamond is set in a “miracle setting”. The center stone is flanked on either side by two single cut diamonds and the approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.36Ct. The settings that hold the diamonds are 14Kt white gold while the shank is 14Kt yellow gold. The ring is a size 6 ¼ and can easily be sized.

This Weiss pin was sold on a card marked Weiss.The brooch is not signed anything. It is 2 1/2" by 1/2". It is a 3-D pierced 14K brushed gold with 2 sprays of marquise hand set stones.

Miguel Melendez, Taxco sterling and amethyst earrings.

1 5/8" x 1 1/4".

Condition - excellent.

Marked with Melendez cipher.

This Hollycraft multi stone multi color rhinestone pin is 2 1/4" x 2". It is in excellent vintage condition. It is hallmarked Hollycraft and copr 1955.

This rare vintage sterling silver and sodalite necklace and earrings was designed and signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist designer Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Comprised of 14 sterling silver bezel set links each holding a deep blue stone veined with pink to cream to gold calcite accents. Necklace measures 15 1/2" wearable length and 5/8" wide. Slide in clasp is tight and secure. Screw back earrings are 1 1/2" long and designed with the same open silver platform backing as the necklace...

Ron Pearson modernist sterling silver ring

1950s

Size 5 1/2

Weight - 10.6 grams

Unique biomorphic form

Marked Pearson, sterling

Excellent vintage condition

Maxwell Chayat, sterling and enamel American modernist brooch.

1 5/8" x 2 1/8".

Excellent condition.

A substantial and heavily oxidized sterling bracelet by Jose Luis Flores. An apprentice of Spratling, Flores also worked in the ateliers of Hector Aguiar,Miguel Martinez and Emma Melendez. Signed Miguel in script, Taxco,Sterling JLF along with a slightly obliterated number. There are faint scratches. The bracelet measures 7-1/4 x 1-3/8 and weighs 80.7gr.

These handmade, two-sided cufflinks each feature a square piece with an incised geometrical design connected by a figure-8 to a dome-shaped piece. The links are very securely soldered to each side; there is a tiny ‘ding’ to one dome. The squares measure about 5/8 inch and are marked Sterling and Taxco. Weight: 8.1 grams total

Being offered is a rare circa 1955 sterling silver bracelet by Bernice Goodspeed of Taxco, Mexico; hand crafted silver cuff bracelet with pre-Columbian motifs featuring masterful and deliberate incision and oxidation. Dimensions: up to size 8 x 1 1/4" wide. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Beautiful 5.2 carat Rubellite Tourmaline set in platinum with six diamonds. Simple and elegant, the ring is approximately a size 7. The diamonds on the sides are well cut and matched and weigh approximately 0.10 cttw. It is stamped on the inside "10% IRID PLAT". The overall weight is 4 grams.

Very unusual and fine 14 K yellow gold crab brooch with a large natural turquoise cabochon and natural ruby eyes. In mint condition, it dates circa 1950's and measures 2.25 inches wide by 1.5". Excellent detailing.

This signed Matilde Poulat necklace lays beautifully and is a statement maker at 1.5in. tall and 17in. wearable length. This is a pre-1960 signage with patent, registration, Matl and Mexico no eagle. The quality workmanship is further demonstrated with a weight of 131 grams. Matl lovers should include this in their collection, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Miguel Melendez sterling silver and faceted amethyst brooch and earring set

Mid 20th century

Taxco, Mexico

This solid and well-crafted set weighs a total of 30 grams

Brooch - 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"

Earrings - 1" x 1 1/2"

Melendez apprenticed in William Spratling's studio in the 1940s before working at Los Castillo and later branching out on his own

Marked M in a circle, Taxco

Excellent condition

This unsigned heart pin is 2 3/4" tall by 2 1/2" wide. It is in excellent vintage condition. The center stone shows some yellowing. All of the other stones are brilliant in color.

A large 10k gold shell portrait cameo pendant pin from the 1950s. This 2-1/8" x 1-1/4" hand carved shell portrait cameo is mounted in 10k yellow gold. This cameo features a ribbon-twist border, a safety catch, and it is stamped 10K and BK on the inside of the mount near the pin (mark not shown and difficult to photograph)...

Fabulous long sterling earrings by American modernist Phyllis Jacobs, circa 1950s. Each earring has a single faux earring which moves freely along a bar. Each earring measures approx. 2" long. Signed "Phyllis sterling" and hallmarked as shown. Very good vintage condition. Screw-backs.

A modernist brooch by noted mid century silversmith, Frances Holmes Boothby.

This brooch measures 1 5/8" tall and 1 1/4" across the bottom. Has a textured inlay of multicolored enamel. There is a sterling inlay in the center of the enamel for an interesting contrast. Marked with fhb and Sterling on the back. Has a safety rollover clasp that holds securely.

Has a few minor scratches, some tarnish and one nick to the side that touches both the edge and the side of the bezel...

A sterling silver, heavy key chain and fob by noted American Modernist Jeweler, Paul Voltaire. Features a heavy hammered disk attached to a thick curb chain with a hammered squeeze closure key ring at the other end. Measures 6 1/4" long. Marked Paul Voltaire Sterling. Inscribed Breezy, Xmas 1950 on the back of the disk. Very well made. Fine design.

Atwood & Sawyer of England are producers of copies of 18th & 19th century precious jewelry. They have been in business since 1956 producing many jewels seen on Dynasty and Dallas TV series.

This pin is hallmarked A & S.

Sam Kramer modernist banded agate and sterling silver kinetic pendant necklace

Mid 20th century

NYC

2 1/2" x 1 5/8"

The pendant is composed of two elements that hang separately allowing free movement

Weight - 21+ grams

Marked with the appropriate hallmark [see photo]

Very good vintage condition

This is a super Ciner brooch featuring a full figure jeweled camel. There red (maroon) enamel decoration is rimmed with rhinestones dotted scalloped borders. There are three movable tassels dangling from the edge. His hump is a large carnelian. On top of his head there is a crown with a glass carnelian.

This pin is 2 1/2" x 2 3/4" . It is highly dimensional at 3/4" thick.

Art Smith modernist brass necklace

Unique and rare custom designed object

6 1/2" x 8 1/2", center drop: 5" x 1 1/4"

Excellent vintage condition

Marked twice

This ring displays a cast gold colored, brass metal with a brutalist, organic, openwork design. The band has a flower, foliate design and is adjustable (a characteristic of 1950's jewelry).

Large hand made silver modernist necklace with a green moss agate and green turquoise stone, c.1960's. Constructed of silver wire(5 1/2" long each side) forming the rear part of the necklace followed by flat silver disks(5" long each side) that form around the front of the neck and a 4"long by 1 3/4" wide center section including three suspended disk sections. Extremely interesting piece that makes a major statement. Excellent condition and unsigned...

Some might say this Margot de Taxco pectoral is her defining work since leaving Los Castillo. The length is approximately 17in. Weight is 96 grams of masterful repousse technique. It spans 3.25in. across on the drop and 2.5in. at the widest point for the height. Design #5184 is seldom seen now and this one has a warm natural patina. No damage or repairs, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Rebajes sterling silver with a gold wash, turquoise and pearl ring

1950

Size 5

Weight - 23 grams

Marked Rebajes, sterling

Excellent condition

I have some new information about and pictures of this rare, Coro. I will add all as soon as possible. This 2-piece set is beautiful. The necklace / choker measures 16 1/2" long. It has an adjustable hook closure (marked Coro in script). Each of the 7 colorful cabochons are set in decorative, heavy gold tone, with a clear rhinestone accent. The matching bracelet measures just under 8" long and is also marked Coro (in script) on its clasp. It has 6 cabs...

This 1960s-70s wide copper bangle bracelet is unsigned, but nicely designed with four applied discs around the exterior for a clean, modernist look. It is sturdily constructed, thick enough so the shape is intact, and with a quality spring hinge and a small tongue and groove type of feature at the terminals to keep the pieces in place when closed. There are minor areas of discoloration at the edge of two discs; wear to the finish is minimal...

A large Art Deco silver plated bracelet circa 1930. This retro Industrial design conversation piece consists of six 1-1/4" wide and 2-1/4" long slightly conical panels all together. The panels have semi-circular arches standing 1/4" above the surface of the links. Amazingly this fine piece of work is unsigned, it has a safety chain with a snap-over clasp...

Sterling bangle by California silversmith, Allan Adler, c.1960's. Handmade and of heavy gauge silver, it measures 2 3/8" diameter and is 3/4" wide. This very substantial piece has a decorative braiding on each side of the sheet silver. It is signed "ALLAN ADLER STERLING" and is in excellent condition. It is rare to find Adler's jewelry as his body of work is mainly holloware. Simple and bold design.....$9 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.

Magnificent large, vintage sterling pin by Matilde Poulat. This handmade piece features a pair of repousse polomas (doves) flanking a bezel set center turquoise cabachon complimented by coral beads, turquoise beads and 5 silver and turquoise dangles...

A vintage pair of kinetic figural screw back earrings by Ex-pat Ken Beldin in copper, silver and patinated brass. Measure 2 3/4" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. Ken Beldin etched on the back of the brass part, hard to read. Screw backs hold securely. Fine example of his work.

Elegant asymmetric palette pottery pin with a pale mauve and iridescent glaze and gilt border, 1950's. Width "1 ¾/ 4,5 cm. Condition: fine.

Sigi Pineda modernist sterling silver hinged bracelet with green gemstone

Taxco, Mexico

Mid 20th century

Interior circumference - 7 1/4"

2 1/4" x 2 1/2"

1 1/2" at tallest point

Fully hallmarked

Excellent vintage condition

Dimensions: 2" square

Hallmark: Cadoro with C in oval cartouche

Circa: 1950s

C. Leslie Smith modernist sterling silver earrings

American modernist

1950s

1" x 7/8"

These solid and well crafted earrings weight 12.50 grams

Marked sterling and hallmarked on verso

Very good vintage condition

The Noh mask is of an older male with long white beard expressing wisdom. The Noh Samurai warrior/devil face used on this bracelet is one of the most common Selro faces. While the white faces typically represent exotic cultures, the color of the stones used in this bracelet are more associated with Tudor royalty of Britain. This humorous contrast of styles gives the piece interest. The white face is in stark contrast with the warm gilt metal and the dark stones..

This mid-1950 Selro "Samura...

We are offering an Antonio Pineda moonstone bracelet with early hallmarks. This design is one of his best and I love his older works the best. I have shot the photos trying to poise the moonstones at different lit angles for you to see the colors in the moonstones. There are no chips or damage and all are clear. They exude a blue hue that dances in the moonlight. The bracelet has a warm, natural patina and weighs 85 grams heavy. Fits up to a 7 in. wrist. The height is 1.25in. tall and with a com...

Hector Aguilar and his old maguey bracelet is a must for every collector. At 1.25in. tall and 95 grams of weight the design has a commanding presence. It is thick and the higher content of silver makes it's rounded edges feel silky smooth. Appropriately hallmarked as shown with eagle and a pin closure. The length is 7in. wearable. No repairs or damage of any kind.

Antique - Vintage Jade bead necklace with Mexican silver clasp 8 mm beads beautiful color length over all 20.5" bead length 17.5"

This whimsical midcentury sterling silver bracelet features large, novelty charms on a thick chain, all marked Mexico; it was probably made for the tourist trade. The charms consist of a ewer, a replica of an Aztec calendar stone, a bell, what looks to be a cooking utensil or pot, a sandal, a sombrero and a jug. All show very little wear. The bracelet’s box clasp is marked Castelan, a Taxco maker, and has marks for Mexico and sterling, including an eagle 15. The bracelet measures 7 inches long...

A modernist brooch by noted mid century silversmith, Frances Holmes Boothby in Sterling Silver and Ebony. This large marlin measures 3 3/4" long and 1 1/2" tall. Lightly hammered. Marked fhb, Sterling on the back. Has a safety rollover clasp that holds tightly. Nice condition, just a few minor scratches and a little tarnish. A wonderful example of Mid Century Modern jewelry.

The Green man is an ancient symbol of nature, rebirth, spring, etc. These earrings are a vintage homage to the ancient legends, for someone who appreciates the unusual. Each earring is ~1" by 1". The age is unknown, probably 1940-50s.

Scarce design from Denmark's Hans Hansen, circa 1950s. The sterling silver bangle bracelet holds a dangling amethyst sphere. Bracelet measures just over 2.5" wide and 5/8" at the thickest. Fully marked as shown. Very good vintage condition.

Hans Hansen modernist sterling brooch.

Dimensions - 3 1/4" long x 5/8" at widest point.

Condition - excellent.

A high-quality 18K gold Etruscan-style Italian charm/pendant set with turquoise cabochons and concealing a hidden compartment in the bottom. The exposed gold surfaces are decorated with twisted wirework and beading, and the top shoulder has an unusual “horn” decoration that we’ve never seen before. Etruscan charms with compartments are very rare. The jump ring is marked “750” for 18K and the charm is tested and guaranteed 18K.

• Origin: Italy, ca 1955
• Condition: excellent

A nice 18K yellow gold Sputnik ring by H Stern. The dome is bezel-set with nineteen round citrines, amethysts, pink and green tourmalines, garnets and aquamarines. This design was created in the 1950s to highlight the range of colored gemstones available from Stern's Brazilian mines. Each piece has a unique appearance depending on the particular selection and placement of the stones. The gems in this ring are particularly brilliant in mid-tone colors surrounding the central aquamarine. Test...

A vintage pair of natural Russian chunk amber cufflinks. These cufflinks measure 1-1/8 x 7/8" and they have chunk amber retaining links joined by metal loops. They are unsigned, and they are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface insured shipping to the U.S. is $6.3...

These Trifari earrings are a gold plated base metal with red blue and greens enameling with pearl drops. They are hallmarked Trifari with a crown C. circa 1955-1960 They are 3 1/8" long by 1 1/4" wide.

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A signed Dafri copper ultramodern pin brooch and earrings set from the 1950s. This Toronto Canada company made some great looking items and this is one of them - a very Jetsons kind of anamorphic style. This set includes the 2" across pin with a safety clasp and an applied copper planchet identical to the 1-5/8 x 1" clip-on earrings. Each has some mild black patination and the pin has the DAFRY signature planchet. This set is in very good condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or ...

This is a signed pair of Selro Corp red Okina mask earrings. It is the mask of an older male with long white beard expressing wisdom. They are 1 1/2" x 1 1/8". They are hallmarked: Selro Corp.