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Spectacular design in this wide, bold silver overlay bracelet by Hopi Manuel Hoyungowa ( 1953-2011) who was an active silversmith since the 1970's having learned from Preston Monongye. The bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside with an additional 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 7/8" wide and weighs a solid 84 grams. It in fine original condition and hallmarked as shown. An amazing, precise pattern perfectly executed.

A beautiful tufa cast pendant with mosaic inlay of various stones including turquoise, coral and onyx by Harold Lovato of Santo Domingo Pueblo. This pendant measures 2 1/4" long including the bale, is 3/4" wide and weighs 20 grams. It is on a 20" sterling chain. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Active from the 70's until his death in 1997, Harold Lovato designs are always unique and interesting.

Beautiful vintage sterling necklace from the Mexican store Tane, which is sometimes referred to as the Tiffany & Co. of Mexico. Measuring 16" end to end, it is 1" wide and weighs 205 grams. Remarkably comfortable on the neck and lays perfectly. Secure push in clasp, all original, signed as shown. Lovely and elegant.

Vintage , custom made 14k yellow gold and diamond earrings by Arizona jeweler Carlos Diaz. These are old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1/2 carat. They measure 1/2" diameter each and are clip backs that could easily be converted to posts if wanted. Total weight of earrings is 5.2 grams. Signed "By Carlos Diaz 14k". Very Elegant !

A beautiful tufa cast ring with mosaic inlay of various stones including turquoise and coral by Harold Lovato of Santo Domingo Pueblo. This ring is a size 6 3/4 and measures 1 1/8" long and 7/8" wide. Weighing 11 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Active from the 70's until his death in 1997, Harold Lovato designs are always unique and interesting.

Vintage sterling earrings by Angela Cummings. She left her 16 year association as a designer for Tiffany & Co. in 1984 to pursue her career as an independent designer. These beautiful earrings are signed by her and dated 1991 on the reverse of both earrings. They are 1 1/8” long, 1" wide and have clip backs. Weighing 24 grams, they are in fine original condition. A terrific, unusual Angela Cummings design after she opened her own boutique.

Early sterling aztec design link bracelet by Los Castillo. This is a heavy and wide piece measuring 7 1/4" end to end, 1 3/8" wide and weighing 128.5 grams. It is in fine original condition with a great pin closure. Signed as shown. A great piece.

A fantastic sterling and azur-malachite necklace and matching earrings by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma. Known for his impeccable technique of fusing stone with silver, this set is a fine example of his craftsmanship.The color of the stones is a beautiful mottled green and blue blend. Fine vintage condition, the necklace measures 17 1/4" end to end and is 1/2" wide in the front. The earrings are posts for pierced ears that have been professionally changed from screw backs. They are 1 3/4" lo...

This is "The Armadillo" cuff. (The necklace is no longer available). It was designed circa 1945-50 by Valentin Vidaurreta and made by master silversmith Manuel Altamirano who worked for Valentin and also for Hector Aguilar. It is featured on page 198 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny C. Morrill. The cuff is 5 1/2" around in the inside plus a 1 1/2" opening. It is 1 5/8" wide in the front and in fine all original condition with no damage or repairs. Hallmarked with Manuel Altamirano'...

Mid- century modern, minimalist design sterling and lapis Georg Jensen Denmark ring no. 123G designed by Nanna Ditzel . It is a size 7, weighs 11 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. A great wear anywhere, anytime ring.

A gorgeous , heavy, articulated sterling link bracelet from the Taxco workshop Los Ballesteros. Weighing a very substantial 146 grams, it is 7" around in the inside when clasped and is 1" wide. It is in fine original condition with a secure push in clasp and is signed as shown. A show stopper on the wrist.

A vintage sterling ring with inlay of lapis, turquoise and coral by Zuni silversmith Roger Tsabetsaye. It is a size 8 1/4 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The face of the ring is 3/4" long and 1/2" wide. It weighs 13 grams. Suitable for a man or woman, a very nice design with great precision to the placement of the vibrant color stones.

Unusual and beautiful sterling wire wrapped cat's-eye chrysoberyl cuff links by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. Fabulous stones with a milk and honey color and great chatoyance. These measure 7/8" by 5/8" and weigh 16 grams total. They are in fine original condition and suitable for a man or women. Signed as shown. Rare to see cuff links by this jeweler and these are very special.

Beautiful large oval sterling and turquoise brooch by Chicago Arts & Crafts silversmith Mary Gage. Composed of six chased sterling lily pads that frame a large oval natural turquoise stone that is held in place by silver loops. There are applied silver beads in various locations. This brooch measures 2 1/2" by 2 1/8" and the turquoise stone measures 1 1/4" by 5/8". It is in fine original condition. The turquoise is free of chips or cracks and has beautiful matrix. The silver has a wonderful,warm...

This is the matching bracelet to the Enrique Ledesma sterling and azur-malachite necklace and earrings set that I am offering. Although I have priced and listed the earrings with the necklace, the earrings could be priced separately to go with the bracelet if so desired. Better still would be to purchase the entire set as it is rare to find a set like this with all the pieces available. This bracelet measures 6 3/4" around in the inside when closed and is 1" wide. It weighs a hefty 78 grams and ...

A striking and colorful bracelet with sterling wire wrapped caged raw stones by Modernist Arthur King who had a shop on Madison Avenue in New York City in the 1960's. The stones include rose quartz, amethyst, clear quartz, and topaz. The bracelet measures 8 1/2" end to end but the hook clasp can be linked to an inner ring to make the length shorter and have the end stone dangle which may have been the intent of the maker. This piece is in fine original condition and weighs 43 grams. Signed King ...

A beautiful vintage Navajo sterling bracelet with a diagonal line of precise stamping in the style of Navajo Joe H. Quintana. It is possibly by him but it is unmarked. Measuring 6" around in the inside with an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is 1 3/4" wide and weighs a solid 67 grams. Fine original condition. Scrupulous execution.

These are a fabulous pair of vintage sterling handmade one of a kind earrings by Israeli Modernist designer Rachel Gera. Three dimensional with discs of both brushed and smooth silver, the effect is quite textural. Hanging 3" long and 1 1/2" wide, they have posts for pierced ears and weigh 29grams total. They are in fine original condition and signed as shown. You will definitely be noticed in these for all the right reasons. Born in 1936, Rachel Gera passed away in February of this year. These ...