For sale here is a RARE and incredible pair vintage 1950s sterling silver and hand-carved amethyst 'face' earrings by Felipe Martinez of Piedra Y Plata in Taxco Mexico. Exceptional carving of the amethyst 'face' combined with sleek modernist silver-work make this a very desirable pair! ( I also have the matching bracelet for sale here in my store.) The carved amethyst in each earring measure about 7/8" by 5/8" by 1/2" at thickest, and I'm estimating each are about 25-30 carats total weight of ve...
Rare sterling silver flask. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1882. Oval with curved sides and flat front and back. On front is seahorse with ribbed body and volute-scroll tail floating amongst seagrass. Back engraved with interlaced script monogram. Allover spot-hammered ground. Short neck with ball bearing-style beading. Hinged, threaded, and cork-lined cover. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no. 6855 (first produced in 1882), and director’s letter M (1873-91). Condition. ...
This rare Fred Davis bracelet features Amethyst cabochon stones set in links of ornate silver repousse. Circa 1930, it is included in the book Mexican Silver on page 27, plate II-11. Measures 6 3/4" long by 1" wide and weighs 46.5 grams. Hallmarked "FD, Silver Mexico" and is in good condition with a lovely patina. A beautiful and rare find.
This fabulous vintage Mexican Bracelet has a stunning design similar to the work of Antonio Pineda - it's signed with the initials AP but they differ from the more common Pineda hallmark and we're not sure who the artist is. It's a massive piece measuring 7" long, 1" wide and is quite heavy at 115.5 grams. Early style pin closure. No damage noted, just some light wear and tarnish and the Amethyst stones have the typical inclusions. A fantastic bracelet that any collector will love.
A bold beautiful Mexican Silver & Amethyst bracelet by the famous Fred Davis. Each of the six heavy sterling silver links is set at the center with a deep purple amethyst cabochon stone. The bracelet measures 8" long by 1 1/4" wide and it weighs 60.7 grams. Hallmarked with the FD mono, Silver Mexico. Some light age related wear and tarnish. The amethyst have the typical inclusions and are smooth to the touch. Fold over clasp. A fantastic bracelet by an important jeweler.
A very unique early Antonio Pineda bracelet with thick heavy 970 silver links set with Tiger's Eye stones featuring carved double portraits. This is a substantial bracelet suitable for either a man or woman measuring 8" long by 1" wide and weighing a heavy 136.8 grams. Hallmarked with the Antonio Crown and the eagle 17, Silver 970, Hecho en Mexico, ZZ 732. Secure box clasp and attached safety chain. The Silver has light age related wear. The stones don't appear to have any damage but as they are...
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.