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Here is a stunning pale yellow faceted citrine ring. A pierced gold setting highlights the stone. There is a tiny nick/chip on the edge of the girdle facet adjacent a prong but it is hardly noticeable (photos are enlarged). Marked 14k, the ring is a size 4.25 and the stone measures 16mm x 22mm x 10mm. Light wear.

Marked Sterling P.M. for Pauline McCray, this piece measures 2-1/8"x 1-5/8" and weighs 21.9gr. The unmarked silver rope chain is 18".

A solid silver cross marked Sterling NC on the bail for Nancy Custer. The cross measures 3" x 1-1/2" including bail. Light wear on the back.

A pair of blue topaz earrings. The pear shaped stones measure 1/2" x 3/8" while the setting measures 3/4" x 5/8". The butterfly clutches are marked 14k.

Antique faux tortoise triple frame. Frame measures 14.5" x 12.5"; inner frame 8" x 10"

Antique triple frame that measures 13.25" x 14.5". Inner gold frame is 8"x10". Light wear and slight chipping. Glass insert.Please disregard what appears to be a crack in the glass and glare.

A caged amethyst sterling cuff marked ORB Sterling. There is some spotting and light wear on the silver. The cuff is 1" wide. The inner diameter is 2-1/4" with some give. 43.9gr.

White silk overalls with jacket. Jacket (back) shoulder to shoulder seam is 14"; length of back (collar to hem) is 26-3/4"; shoulder seam to wrist/sleeve 22". Overalls:shoulder to hem- 53"; thigh width (widest area/ middle of thigh) 10"

Signed artist's proof entitled "Cake Dreams"...A contemporary, award- winning artist, Leviten (1928-2014) was known for her abstract monoprints and collages. Exhibitions: RISD Museum, El Paso Museum, Dan Forth Museum and in the Institute del Arte La Paz, Mexico. Leviten was also an active member of the Providence Art Club. Frame measures 15" x 16"; print approximately 8" x 10"

Messengers of Modernism~American Studio Jewelry (1940-1960). Hard cover with dustjacket in pristine condition.

An oversized framed Presidential Christmas card/print from Jimmy Carter. Facsimile signatures of both the President and his wife, Rosalyn."Thanks for your friendship and support. With our best wishes..." The gunmetal frame measures 12" x 14-1/4" with the picture fitting snugly into it. Mounted under glass.

Here is a rare first edition published in 1825 in London by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, Brown, and Green. There are calf boards with a marbled pastedown which has some spotting both on the front and back.The textblock has darkened, the corners of the boards and a section of the spine show modest wear but the book is intact.Light foxing. 303pp. Fine condition for its age.

Ornate table mirror. The beveled glass shows signs of wear. No marks. 12" x 18" (h)

Stated First Edition published in 1928 by the Literary Guild of America/Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc. Garden City, New Jersey.First American Edition. The purple boards show sign of wear and there is a stain on the fore edge as well as on page 432 and the opposite blank page; also a very small stain on the title page. Please refer to photos. No dust jacket.

Signed ELLIS in block letters in the lower right corner. A small brown spot is in the upper right corner. Professionally framed and matted under glass. Frame measures 11" x 21"

A happy Buddha jade pendant or charm. Unmarked but the frame tests positive for 14k. 3/4" x 1"~ 8.6 Grams

A heavy silver cuff by Otto Bade marked ORB Sterling. The ends show some wear with spotting. Sold as is.

A charming pastel signed M. Gibert Paris. Framed, there is a title that is obscured by the mat on the left side. The gilt frame is chipped, the picture is fine. The frame measures 18" x 15-7/8".

Here is a companion piece to our other listing by M. Gibert. The title is evident and it is signed in the lower right corner. The frame also shows some wear and measures 18" x 15-7/8".

A lovely transitional etched Art Nouveau~Art Deco case with Czechoslovakian export marks along with FB 900 for silver content. The back has an engine turned design. The inside is smudged, the gilt is worn with stains that do not come out and there is a small raised pinpoint puncture that it is not evident from the outside.There are no bands to hold the cigarettes. It is also inscribed " Olga 2-VIII.XV" ...Weight: 4.5ozs~ 3-1/4" x 3". Sorry no returns- sold as is.

A hand made low grade silver "flower" pendant with 15 faceted natural antique-cut rubies, a single faceted natural emerald, three oval turquoise stones and opaline glass. Three stones are missing, a few rubies are crunched and some are replacements, and the small emerald at the top needs to be secured in its setting. Date unknown, unmarked and the silver untested. This may have originally been a Navratna pendant - a somewhat similar (Nau ratna) pendant is pictured on page 52 of Richard Kuhn's, ...

An authentic document signed by Gov. Alfred E Smith (NY) attesting to the fact that as requested by the Governor of Massachusetts he "surrendered" Fred W. Simmons, a fugitive from justice Dated August 17, 1927 . Smith's signature is in the lower right corner - it is also signed by counsel. The paper is folded and curled at the bottom edge; there are also two small puncture marks in the upper right corner.

One of a kind gypsy outfit with a long, colorful chiffon skirt, matching taffeta slip and a small bustier encrusted with sequins and stones.Made in the early '80's by a New York seamstress who designed for Las Vegas showgirls.The waistbands on both the slip and skirt need to be replaced since they have stretched.

Watercolor signed in the lower right corner H.L.B. and pencilled in on the back Harriet L. Barnecott. Nicely framed and matted under glass. The frame measures 11-1/5" x 16"

Framed and matted under glass, a vibrant watercolor featuring workers in the rice fields. Indistinct signature (Jalin 49 or Jalimus ?). Not examined out of frame. The frame measures 16" x 19-1/2".

A contemporary rose quartz necklace with various stones including citrine, amethyst and peridot, all accented by red glass beads. The melon shaped quartz are approximately 5/8" wide and show some inclusions. Length 19" ~ 135 grams

A bezel set turquoise pendant marked Sterling F.L. Begay for Francis L. Begay~ Navajo/Dine. It measures 1-7/8" x 1-1/2". The smooth oval stone measures 5/8" x 3/4". 17.6gr.

Six onion shaped salt and pepper shakers marked Sterling 100 with the Depasse(NY) logo. Four are monogrammed and there is a small bump on the bottom of one. The holes (smaller vs larger) indicate that there may be four salts and two for pepper. Sold as is. 1-3/4" (h)

A vintage sterling pen designed by Elsa Peretti and sold by Tiffany. Additional cartridge and pouch included.

Here is a whimsical piece of folk art, possibly depicting an Australian Cassowary. A plastic coconut shell serves as the body, the feathered tail and headdress are accented by a furry brown material while the spindly neck and legs made from sticks. Unsigned.

A collection of 52 UAW labor pins that date from 1937 thru 1941. There are three additional pins: Textile workers, Ford Drive (1937) and Vote Labor.

A yellow gold Victorian ring that has been resized (see enlarged photo three) but is hardly noticeable since it blends into the design. Unmarked but tested and guaranteed 10kt.

A gold plate crystal and pearl necklace marked SAL for Swarovski. Length 18"

Ca 1920 A wonderful set liqueur cups with etched silver plate holders. The cups are also etched with various designs. Three holders have a daisy and bud motif, four feature holly leaves while the remaining four have bamboo. One glass insert has a rough rim, another has a crack ( see photos) and some of the holders have dark spots inside the plate. 1-1/4"(h) x 1-5/8"(w). Sold as is.

Possibly an unstated first edition. A beautifully illustrated copy in very good condition with red leather boards, embossed flowers and gilt highlights and gilt beveled edges. There is one small spot on the back board also on one page; a few pages have dog ear creases ( see photos).Song lyrics (no musical bars). Published in 1880 by John W. Lovell, New York.

Ca 1960 A textured gold leaf set that includes necklace, earrings (screwbacks), bracelet and brooch. The chain is gold filled but is not original to the piece (signed by DeCurtis). Loran Sim was a Providence jewelry manufacturer active during the 50's & 60's.All items are marked Loran Sim 1/20 12k gf.