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A striking, large, heavy sterling and turquoise pin by Navajo silversmith George Kee, made during his time working at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. Measuring 2 5/8" by 1 5/8" it weighs 27 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the center stone. Signed as shown. A wonderful compliment to any sweater, blazer or coat.

Vintage large sterling rattlesnake pin by Cochiti Pueblo silversmith Cippy Crazyhorse. It measures 3" by 2" and weighs 20 grams. Signed as shown and in fine original condition. Precise stamping, great design and just a fun piece to wear.

A beautifully made sterling bracelet of concave tear drop shaped links by Danish Modernist Bent Knudsen. The bracelet clasp has one of his ingenious screw bolt clasps. Measuring 7 1/2" end to end, it is 5/8" wide and weighs 75 grams. Fine original condition and signed and numbered as shown. A wonderful Danish Modernist design.

This is the Hector Aguilar Three Domes Pin. It is featured on page 62 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. She dates it c. 1950. It measures 3 1/8" by 1 1/8" and is in fine original condition. Signed for Hector Aguilar as show. Classic HA.

Bold and striking long sterling earrings designed by Karl Gustav Hansen for Hans Hansen of Denmark. These earrings are from the "Future" line of jewelry manufactured by Hans Hansen between 1932 and 1948. They hang 2 3/4" long, are 3/4" wide at the bottoms and are screw backs. Weighing 11 grams total, they are in fine original condition. A fabulous Modernist design.

This vintage sterling cuff bracelet is unsigned but believed to be Pueblo, or possibly Hopi or Navajo. So, not sure of its origin but I think the design is notable. Measuring 5 7/8” around in the inside, plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is 1 3/8" wide and weighs 56 grams. Fine original condition, a lovely patina and a great looking, very wearable bracelet.

Mid-century silver and amethyst ring by Mexican Master silversmith Antonio Pineda. One of his very recognizable designs, perhaps you are fortunate and have the necklace, bracelet or earrings that match this ring. It is a size 5 1/2 - 6, weighs 11 grams, and is in fine original condition. There are no chips or cracks to the amethysts. There are inclusions under the surface of the stones as typical of amethyst. Signed as shown. Everything Antonio Pineda created is a masterpiece.

Great Modernist design in this vintage sterling bracelet by renowned New York jeweler John Iversen. It measures 7 1/2" end to end, the links measure from 1" wide in the front to gradual tapering to 3/8" at the terminals. Weighing 19 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed John Iversen Sterling on the tag which he attaches on his items. John Iversen has won many awards and his works can be found in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian Institution, the Metropolitan Museum, the ...

Sterling and azur-malachite bracelet by Enrique Ledesma measuring 6 3/4" around in the inside, 3/4" wide, 46 grams. Fine original condition. Signed as shown.( The Ledesma signature is worn but there.) Gorgeous stones fused to the silver in Ledesma's impeccable way.

A charming and intriguing bracelet by Japanese designer and jeweler Miye Matsukada (1922-1981). She worked from her store on Newbury St. in Boston from 1950 until her death. The links appear to have design influence from her country of origin. Measuring 7" end to end , it is 1/2" wide and weighs 19 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A very delicate and lovely bracelet.

Bold and striking long sterling earrings designed by Karl Gustav Hansen for Hans Hansen of Denmark. These earrings are from the "Future" line of jewelry manufactured by Hans Hansen between 1932 and 1948. They hang 3" long, are 1/2" wide at the bottoms and are screw backs. Weighing 15 grams total, they are in fine original condition. A fabulous Modernist design.

Big, bold and beautiful sterling rock crystal and black enamel ring designed by Karl Gustav Hansen for Hans Hansen Denmark. The ring is a size 6 1/2 and it plain in the back so can be sized. The face of the ring measures 1/2" by 1/2". It also sits 1/2" high above the finger. Fine original condition. Signed as shown. This ring is a stunner !

Vintage, stylish, organic shaped sterling clip earrings with oxidized areas by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. Measuring 1 1/2" by 1 1/4", they weigh 14 grams total and are in fine original condition. Signed as shown. Interesting and unusual.

Sleek and modern sterling earrings with 24K applied elements, and center 24K bezel set lapis. These have 14k posts and backings for pierced ears and measure 1 1/4" diameter and weigh 11 grams total. Fine original condition with great lapis, they are artist signed and dated '91 in electric pen and also say 24k and 14k. The signature clearly says Peter but I am not able to make out the last name. Beautiful design and craftmanship and look lovely on the ear.

Alberto Contreras Sr. was trained by master silversmith Frank Patania Sr. in the late 1940's and employed at the Patania Thuderbird Shop in Santa Fe. Their work was heavily influenced by the Native American jewelers that worked with them. These beautiful clip back sterling and turquoise earrings feature a striking Modernist design with great stones. They measure 1"by1" and weigh 16 grams total. They are in fine original condition and signed as shown. Love the look !

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!

Vintage sterling Georg Jensen pin no. 366 designed by Nanna Ditzel. This pin is not often seen and I love the simplicity of the design. Measuring 1 3/4" by 1 1/4" and weighing 18 grams, it is in fine original condition. Signed as shown. Elegant mid-century modern design.

Fine looking sterling "Dot" bracelet by third generation jeweler Sam Patania. It measures 5 3/4" end to end plus a 1 1/4" opening and is 1 1/4" wide. Weighing 62 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Sam continues the treasured tradition of the Patania family.