This pendant is the work of Mexican modernist Salvador Teran. It's a unique design, bold and edgy, with a great deal of depth and dimension.

Measures 3" tall including the bail, 1" wide.

Weight is 46.9 grams including the chain. Pendant alone is 32.1 grams.

Pendant signed and hallmarked "Salvador Sterling Mexico", with the design # 140. The pendant came to me hanging from this sterling silver box link chain, and I don't believe it's original to the piece...

A magnificent and rare sterling and striped agate bracelet by Bent Knudsen, Denmark, circa 1950. The highly polished striped agate stones absolutely pop and the oval shape is a great contrast in design to the alternating square links with cut out circles. The bracelet measures 7 1/4"-7 1/2" around in the inside when closed and is 1 3/4" wide. It weighs a very hefty 137 grams. The original safety chain is intact. Fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones...

I am very partial to hinged bangle bracelets - you get the best of both worlds with them! - and I am very attracted to the Portuguese repousse examples. Signed by Topazio, the country’s foremost manufacturer of silver holloware and decorative items, there is something quite “regal” about this piece. Surrounded by scrolls and foliate motifs the dominant design here is a royal crown...

Victorian yellow gold buckle pin with detailed engraving and a round cut white sapphire or crystal to one side of buckle, unmarked, tests 10K. Diameter is approximately 1 3/8 inch diameter. Weight is 11.9 grams

Here is a lovely pair of double-leaf, clipback earrings. The basse-taille enamel is a vivid, seafoam green. The earrings are marked with David Andersen hallmarks: the pair of scales, D-A 925 S STERLING NORWAY, with the designer’s mark (W inside a circle). (The clipback findings are marked “METALL” on the outside of the clip.) The earrings and their curvy, shiny leaves measure 1 3/8” x 1”. The pair is in excellent condition.

This bracelet is constructed of brass and glass but has the look and heft of a quality piece of precious jewelry. It has a machine-age design of hinged semi-circular pieces connected with concealed pins, allowing it to comfortably hug the wrist without separating. It is set with square-cut pieces of yellow glass resembling citrines; one of the prongs shows some tool marks and looks to have been tightened, but all ‘stones’ are secure. The glass pieces show a few minor scratches...

Look at that face! The ethnographic faces on this Silver Bracelet marked: MEXICO STERLING EME and assay 83, a listed silversmith, could be of the god Totec of Aztec fame? A very pre Columbian Aztec idol motif. Reminding one of a book piece....
18 Grams
3/4" wide x just over 6 1/2" Inside with the push V box clasp Engaged. Can be lengthened by your jeweler...

Look at this Czech art glass! Very vintage collectible vaseline color stamped CZECHOSLOVAKIA rhodium on brass filigree set odd cut multi cane flower art glass in stone held by 4 claw prongs,
1 3/4" Pendant.
Acquired on a newer marked 835 and other letters numbers Czech(?) 23 1/2" chain that because it is unpolished, blends well with the rhodium on warm brass...

An Art Deco 14K diamond stick pin circa 1920s. This vintage stickpin has an approximately 7 point genuine round faceted diamond set in the top section which is white gold. The stone weight is estimated in setting, so it may be very slightly larger. The pin section is yellow gold and 2-1/4" in length. The top measures 1/4" across and all tests at 14 k...

A finely designed and crafted 14Kt yellow gold riding crop and stirrup pin is the ultimate present for an equestrian enthusiast. The 2 ¼” long pin is from the 1960-s and measures ¾” at the widest.

Frances and Michael Higgins glass pendant necklace with original leather cord

Mid 20th century

2" x 2 3/4"

Cord - 23" long

Hand etched Higgins on verso

Excellent condition

A rare and outstanding six-piece dress set in 14K yellow gold set with cat’s eye chrysoberyls by Larter for A. Sulka & Co. The gemstones are very dramatic and exhibit superior chatoyancy—the cat’s eye effect displayed when the stones are moved in light. Cat’s eye comes in a variety of colors, but the choice of this dark greenish-grayish black with the white eye is perfect for dress wear. The set comprises a pair of double-faced cufflinks and four shirt studs...

A 10k yellow gold solid church charm. This 3/4" x 3/8" charm in the form of a church with steeple is from the 1950s-60s. This charm weighs 2.1 grams, it is stamped 10k, sand it is in excellent original condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. The key-ring bale loop is also 10k. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use...

Rare offering:Coveted aesthetic movement flora and fauna theme showing sterling dimensional beetle on a leaf pin, by George Shiebler, New York, 1880. This beautiful piece has a slight gold wash on the leaf highlighting the silver beetle and measures 2 1/4" wide by 2 1/8" wide. It is signed "Shiebler mark STERLING 1416" with original Shiebler locking device. Excellent condition except for tiny 1/8" antenna missing, which can be replaced.....$16 for USA insured shipping & applicable NY tax.

Lovely vintage 1930s or 1940s genuine butterscotch egg yolk honey amber necklace with graduated oval beads and silvertone spring ring clasp. All the beads are about half opaque and half translucent...

A large high relief red orange coral celluloid cameo in a gilt brass setting circa 1930. This 2" x 1-1/2" portrait cameo is in a deep coral orange colour, it has a safety catch, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some very slight scuffing to the celluloid. All condition issues are noted. Expedited air post to the U.S. starts at $18.50 (other spots may vary). Items paid with a credit card will be sent...

A vintage Arts and Crafts Dutch sterling silver size 7 ring c1910. This ring features a deep red rose-cut bezel-set garnet in a finely tooled setting. It measures 3/4 x 1/2" across the designed top area, it weighs 1.8 grams, and it has the Dutch sword mark with a DV2 mark. This item is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor wear to the stone. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all ...

Germany Enamel Shield Travel Charm REU 800 Silver Vintage
Left one from: Munchen, Hofbrauhaus, Germany
Right one from: Konigssee, St Bartholomae, Germany
Size: 7/16" W x 5/8" L (1.1cm x 1.7cm)
Metal: Silver
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Featured Refinements: Sterling Silver Charm
Brand: REU
Style: Charm
Metal Purity: .800
These are lovely over 50 years old Sterling Silver Charm from Germany.
They are great for your fine vintage si...

An unusually large Art Nouveau enameled violet pin /pendant worked in opaque white and purple shades over 18K gold. The petals are arranged around an old mine cut diamond (I/J; SI1). In Victorian flower symbology, purple violets conveyed the sentiment "modesty" and white violets conveyed "innocence." Perhaps the colors chosen for this piece were intended to represent a mix of meanings. The back retains the original pinstem and clasp, as well as a bail so the flower can be worn as a pendant. Test...

Two-piece sterling buckle with woman's head & hair made by UNGER BROTHERS, Newark, c.1905. Each piece measures approx. 1 1/2" wide by 1 3/8" high and the total width is 2 7/8". Woman has period art nouveau face, hair, and a rose set in the hair. Signed "UB STERLING 925 FINE" but is a bit hard to read. Handmade and repouseed. Excellent condition - noses are fine......$14 for insured shipping.

An Art Deco bakelite and celluloid snake upper arm bracelet circa 1920s. This genuine period survivor measures 3" x 2-7/8" across the interior and the snake's heads are 5/16" across and both have cobalt blue glass rhinestone eyes. The body is black celluloid with an applied clear yellow layer over a bed of embedded sparkly metallic confetti. This Egyptian style figural bracelet is in mostly excellent condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than some groove striations/lin...

A wonderfully crafted sterling silver necklace and bracelet by noted Arts and Crafts metalsmith, Clemens Friedell. Made of oval links with raised roses.

The bracelet is composed of three links. It is marked Clemens Friedell Pasadena Sterling on the back side of the hook clasp. It measures 7" long and 1 1/2" at the widest. Better for a smaller wrist. The hook clasp holds securely. There is a hammer rub or scrape on the outside of the hook.

The necklace consists of nine links. Measur...

This unsigned Hattie Carnegie "Elephant in the grass" brooch is spectacular. It has lots of attention to detail. This elephant is done with a black resin body, gold tone metal trunk and tusk, sparkling clear rhinestone marquises and crystals, green emerald grass stems. It has an open back which is riveted in places. It is 3" x2" . Like new condition.

A wonderfully crafted hand wrought sterling silver pendant and chain with a central bezel set coral colored swirled agate by NYC lapidarist and jeweler, Felice Raabe Isreeli, (1915-2001).

Pendant measures 2 1/2" long including the bale and 1 1/2" across. The chain measures 20" long. Hook closure holds securely. Both pieces are marked Sterling and FELICE.

The necklace is in fine condition with a warm patina. Very intricate design.

Lovely piece.

This lovely, Scandinavian, sterling silver pin is by the Danish silversmith Evald Nielsen. It is marked "EN" (maker's mark), "STERLING SILVER 925." It has a C-catch and measures 1 1/8" x 1". It is in excellent condition.

Very reminiscent of jewelry created in the 1950s by Graziella Laffi, the Italian-born jewelry designer habitually referred to as “the Spratling of Peru”, this is a rarely surfacing creation of Carmen Beckmann’s. Thick, hand-hammered silver sheet that was then oxidized is used to form the bracelet’s main body. Upon that an impressive fish applique marries the piece’s Arts and Crafts feeling with the stylization of ancient Meso-american glyphs. The applique’s thickness adds sculpturali...

Lush, large, and finely detailed early floral sterling pin by Victoria(Ana Nunez Brilanti), Mexico, c.1940. The design shows wonderful dimensional flowers and leaves in a heavy gauge silver. Handmade, this beautiful pin MEASURES 4" LONG by 1 5/8" WIDE. It is signed "VICTORIA MEXICO TAXCO STERLING #16" and is in excellent condition. The #16 represents one of her earliest designs. This pin illustrates the exceptional work of this Mexican woman silversmith. Gorgeous.....$10 USA insured shipping pl...

A modernist sterling silver brooch by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, in the shape of a stylized fish or bird with an amethyst eye. Measures 2" square. Has a faceted pear shaped amethyst stone cabochon on an additional layer of sterling. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark and sterling. Rollover safety clasp holds securely. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. There is a very minor ding to one corner. There are some scratches on the back near the clasp. One sid...

Giles Vidal modernist abstract bracelet

Made from Vidal's unique metal combining pewter and base grade silver

7" x 1 1/4"

Marked with artist's stamp

Very good vintage condition

Antonio Pineda was masterful with this design. Each stone of onyx is reflected by 4 silver mirrors. The bracelet has a length of 7in and a height of 1in. This is properly signed and is one of the Pineda's featured in the book SILVER SEDUCTION. The weight is 95 grams of 970 pure silver. The presence is rich and sleek. Hard to find and in a condition with no issues. All stones are without chips. This was difficult to photograph as the "mirrored" reflections blur the lines. Much better seen in pers...

Dimensions: 2 1/4" x 1 3/4"

Hallmarked: Hattie Carnegie in an oval plaque.

Condition: Excellent

Reference: Costume Jewelry Figurals by Kathy Flood.

Unusual design 18K yellow gold Victorian era bar pin, 1 5/8 inches long. Weight is 5 grams.

Francois - Coro tried to give their costume jewelry a "French" touch and Francois was chosen as the name for their higher end jewelry. The line was introduced in 1933. But the line only lasted until 1944 when it was replaced by Vendome as Coro's Couturier division.

Francois was one of the new designers at Coro in 1938.

FRANÇOIS is a seldom seen Coro mark. François is a line of Coro jewelry that began in 1938 and continued until at least 1961, possibly later. Although collectors often thi...

This linked handmade silver bracelet features a series of hammered, oxidized panels with scalloped edges. The applied decoration consists of leaves and stylized vines in a pinwheel pattern, reminiscent of late arts and crafts design; the pinwheel motif is repeated on the four-lobed connecting links. All elements test for silver except the spring-ring clasp, which is in good working order and appears to be original. The bracelet dates from the 1950s and measures about 7 1/4 inches long by 3/4 inc...

ROMANTIC, ADORED AND DEVOTED...This vintage pair of handcrafted sterling silver cuff links was made by modernist jewelry designer Gonzalo Moreno in Taxco, Mexico circa 1945, having a simple design and excellent craftsmanship, initials RAD; mark on back showing wear but readable STERLING, MORENO, MEXICO; Measurements: 7/8 in wide x 5/8 in high approximately. Condition is excellent with minimal patina of old silver.

A fine modernist 18K yellow gold ring by Burle Marx set with an intricately carved bi-color watermelon tourmaline in the "forma livre" (free form) style. Haroldo Burle Marx was particularly known for his use of large gemstones, often fashioned by carving or tumbling rather than faceting, a technique he invented in 1948. The colors of the tourmaline are nicely contrasting an dhighly saturated. The gold surfaces are decorated with the fine florentined engraving typical of Marx's pieces. The interi...

Unknown initials mark. Floral bow reminds one of Matilde Poulat 'unmatched' old blue, green turquoise, stamped 22 assay shared by Fred Davis, Bernice Goodspeed, Antonio Pineda et. al., it is no doubt in good Taxco Silversmiths' company!
9 florals have multi blue & green color 4 mm turquoise centers.
3 1/8" X 1 7/8" and in untouched unpolished condition, yet will lightly hand cloth polish FREE when requested. More marks.

$10 USPS Priority/Ins/Track or Free with your USA Ck or USPS M...

An extraordinarily fine pair of Larter 14K gold beanback cufflinks, the faces decorated with the image of a man with wildly flailing hair and grasping a blue sapphire in his mouth. The treatment of the hair and the choice of a blue stone suggests that the image represents the God of the Seas, Poseidon (Neptune). Alternatively, it could be Zephyrus, God of the West Wind. The sapphires have bright cornflower blue color and are have eye-clean clarity. The cufflinks are marked with Larter's hallma...

Rare and absolutely without equal when it comes to enamel work, this sterling silver with goldwash pin measures approx 1 7/8 inches, is hallmarked 925 S Sterling Norway on the back, attributed to either David Andersen or Ivar Holt (hard to read maker's mark, may be an H in a circle). Pin in perfect working order. Shiny white enamel all in perfect condition. This pin was produced 1950s-60s and was made in 9 colors: black, white, light green, dark green, yellow, red, cobalt blue, light blue, a...

Vibrant red coral stones in these vintage sterling clip back earrings and matching pin. Unsigned, but in the style of Frank Patania, Thunderbird Shop. The earrings measure 1 1/8" by 3/4" and weigh 15 grams total. The pin measures 1 3/4" by 1 1/8" and weighs 13 grams. Fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the beautiful coral stones. A great set!

This crescent pin is circa 1890-1910. it is 1 17/8" long. This pin has tested 14K. There are no marks on the pin.

Jeweled clasp bracelet made from amazing very big and heavy Lucite beads in a pale amber color which shades for a fabulous ombre effect. The designer Ugo Correani has had his own label since the 1970s, and also has designed jewelry for Valentino, Fendi, and Versace, as well as Karl Lagerfeld and Christian Lacroix. Hand knotted with matching heavy cord. Marked CORREANI and MADE ITALY. With slide clasp with faux pearls glued around a flower form design of prong set glass stones in topaz an...

Antique Dark Green Cross when acquired was presented as 'petrified wood' & is faintly stamped: DAT MAY 5 '6' at lower edge. Promo. May be an early 1900 bakelite thermoset or gutta percha, rubber type of militaria material.
1 5/8" X 2 1/2" north to south not counting the embedded loop at top X 1/2" thick. Tiny tiny lines throughout normal for a 100 year old piece! bo-ah

$10 USPS Priority/Ins/Track or Free with your USA Ck or USPS MO.
Please collect with confidence after reviewi...

A very delicate and colorful bracelet, featuring gilded silver filigreed panels enhanced with blue and green enamel. The enamel is in lovely condition, with only tiny areas of loss. The tongue-and-groove clasp is very secure and shows some wear due to use (the clasp is silverplated). There is also a gold-filled safety chain not original to the bracelet. The tongue is marked 800 for silver content, and the Italian silver registry mark indicates either CE for Caserta or GE for Genoa and a date ran...

An exceptional chain link sterling silver charm bracelet with 39 charms from the 1960s. This 7" bracelet has 3/16" wide chain links and it closes with a scissors clasp. It is unmarked and tests as silver and the charms include: pixie, shamrock (enamel, Irish Dublin hallmarks for 1932, Jewellery & Metal Manufacturing Company of Ireland maker's mark (c1920-c1970)), 13 in horseshoe, 1956 automobile (Buick?), quartz/granite rock w/ brass fittings, flying bird, Prince Edward Island map (enamel), P...

A very fine Edo period Japanese mixed-metal brooch depicting a crane standing underneath flowering cherry trees alongside a rushing stream. The gold and silver details glisten against the coppery background. The back retains the original extended pinstem and c-clasp.

This type of work, sometimes mistakenly called “shakudo”, derives from the decorations used for samurai armor. After the demise of the samurai system in the 19th century, artisans who made mixed-metal decorations for armor ...

Beautiful statement vintage 1970s glass necklace by Michael Moraux designing for his jewelry company Dubaux. American made with French glass beads and findings. Moraux was a 1973 Coty award winner for jewelry. Dubaux necklaces appeared on Vogue and Harper's Bazaar covers in the 1970s. Moraux also designed jewelry for Givenchy in the 1970s. Marked DUBAUX on attached metal tag at the spring ring clasp. With fabulous translucent green disk shaped poured glass beads simulating emeralds, faceted oliv...

This is a 14K Gold Mermaid Charm & measures 3/4" X 1/2". Clearly marked 14K on her back. Ca. 1950- 1970 in Excellent Condition. Seductive like a Mermaid should be. jpgs provide more detail

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...

An Italian 18k yellow gold ring of two daisy flowers. This vintage size 6-1/2 or 6.5 attractive statement band is simple but well made. One daisy is slightly smaller than the other, and the centre of the flowers have a raised and textured finish. It is marked 750 and Italy only, and weighs 4.4 grams. Very nicely finished, and in excellent condition, with no breaks, corrosion damage or known repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items...

Bold and colorful, this bracelet of five different agates alternating with sterling silver bars is a classic and sophisticated look. The oval stones are beautifully polished and seamlessly set in rounded, backed frames; they show no condition issues. Each connecting ring is soldered closed and the clasp is very secure; there are also rings for attaching a safety chain if desired. The bracelet is surprisingly light, probably because of the hollow cast bars, which means it sits comfortably on the ...

This lovely moonstone, diamond and 14k yellow gold ring dates to about 1940 and is in excellent condition. The moonstone is a very nice deep cabochon measuring approximately 16mm long by 14mm wide. The ring is a size 6.75. The overall weight is 5.6 grams. The diamonds on the sides of the band are a very nice compliment to the center moonstone. It is in excellent condition and is ready for wear.

A sterling charm bracelet with 14 charms including a bird cage, sewing machine. This sterling silver double link charm bracelet with 14 silver charms circa 1960s is 7-3/8" long and 3/8" wide, and it has a box clasp and a GB maker's mark. The charms include: Bon Voyage, Heart Cross and Anchor, treble clef (unmarked), Mom, Barbados, wedding rings, a great birdcage (cobalt enamel on case, gilding, red enamel bird), Florida, Cancer (inscribed date), bunch of bananas, 25 (inscribed), sewing machin...

This Reja brooch is sterling with no vermeil and with rhinestones. Reja sterling pieces with large stones in the center can be dated to 1945-1946. The stones were produced by the Oval Company. This tree frog is 2.5" x 1 3/8". It is in excellent vintage condition except it needs polishing.

An impressive pair of colorful red enamel cufflinks with gold metallic-like highlights marked Destino . The white enamel on the right cufflink looks a bit off but I doubt these have ever been worn. Original Saks Fifth Avenue Box.

A phenomenal Edwardian platinum, diamond and amethyst bow brooch by Cartier. Four tromp l'oeil amethyst loops, each surrounded in old European cut diamonds, flank a center 1.08 carat, J/K, VS2 old European cut diamond.

Each of the double loops of the bow appears to be set with two amethysts, but there is in fact only one amethyst on each side. The gemstones are precision-cut to fit perfectly into the platinum setting and give the appearance of being four stones. The amethysts are graded as ...

A stunning pair of Victorian 18K yellow gold double-faced cufflinks, each face comprising a large oval mixed-cut rhodolite garnet set in a foliate-engraved border. The garnets have the lovely reddish-purple hue so prized in rhodolites. The faces are connected by chains and are fully hallmarked with French “tete d’aigle” hallmarks for 18K gold.

Origin: France, ca. 1880. Condition: excellent. Size: 19/32” x 7/16”. Weight: 6.6 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: 9.36 carats.

Breathtaking French 18K gold, silver, diamond and pink tourmaline brooch from the reign of the Emperor Napoleon III. The brooch is formed as a naturalistic swirl of leaves, set throughout with rose-cut diamonds. The design features three large old mine-cut diamonds, each a bit larger than 1/2 carat. The center stone is prong-set while the outer stones are collet-set. The old European cut diamonds are scattered along an unusual knife-edge setting at the top of the brooch. The gold setting is topp...

Kaunis Koru modernist sterling silver and chrysoprase statement ring

Finland

1973

Size 7

Weight - 8.75 grams

Face measures 1 1/4" tall

Excellent vintage condition

A 10k yellow gold rubies ruby cluster openwork ring from the 1960s. This size 7-1/2 ring has a nice openwork design and it includes 7 pink ~4 point rubies on the 3/4 x 5/8" setting and this ring has sculpted shoulders. It is stamped 10K LURAY, it weighs 3.3 grams and 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 and may have...