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A lovely solid 18k gold charm with raised figure marked VI 750. Weight 3.2 grams. Measures 3/4" x 1" including bale (not jump ring).

Framed under glass, a rare political poster from the 1954 NY State Republican Centennial featuring Thomas E. Dewey, Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. The wooden gilt frame shows some wear and there is a stain in the upper left corner. The print measures approximately 17" x 21"; the frame 21" x 25-1/2". Not examined out of the frame.

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 heavy silver belt that tests as sterling and measures 27". One spacer is very slightly bent. Marked Silver Mexico, it weighs 4.3 ozs.

A wonderful etched bakelite box that simulates wood. There are scenes on all sides, top and bottom. Stamped on the bottom. Unfortunately, the piece is mottled with stains and a gentle wiping removed some ink.Sold as is. Measures 5" x 3-1/2" x 2-1/2"

Ca 1950 An older well made sterling bracelet featuring unusual cabochon stones that exhibit both Tiger and Hawk eye, with greenish zones. Marked Sterling Taxco Mexico JSF (eagle 3). 37.6 grams. 7-1/4" x 3/4"

Auction catalog for Important American Furniture, Folk Art,Folk Art Paintings and Silver held in October 1988.

A colorized print stamped Karl Bohme Munchen in the lower left corner along with a printers mark. Not examined out of the original frame. The frame measures 14-1/2" x 18"; the print , 9"x12".

Ca 1920 An engraved 18k gold articulated bracelet with synthetic sapphires. While this is a delicate, old piece, it weighs a substantial 18.7grams. One small panel near a stone is a tad loose but intact. 7-1/2" x 3/8". Not marked but tested and guaranteed 18k.

"On Heroes, Hero~ Worship and the Heroic in History" written by Thomas Carlyle and published by Frederick A. Stokes (NY) in 1893. Former library copy. The end papers have stamps and there is a label and mark on the spine otherwise in acceptable condition.

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, ...

A lovely little double sided nephrite charm or pendant accented by wirework and coral cabs. Apple green in color, the jade has some dark inclusions. Marked 750 on the jump ring. 3/4" x 3/4".

Ca 1930 A bangle designed by Karl Gustav Hansen of the Hans Hansen firm. Marked Sterling Denmark 925S HaH. Weight 41.2grams ~ inner diameter just a tad under 2-1/2~ width 3/8"

A solid gold chain that measures 17" and weighs 6.3grams. The chain width is 1/16" (#2 picture is enlarged). Both clasp and chain test as 18k. Nimble fingers are needed for the clasp.

Paperback. Stated "Thirteenth printing". Dell Publishing 1968. Crease on the back cover- light staining and wear on the front. Some paragraphs are highlighted in yellow.Pages have yellowed. Acceptable copy.

1979. Exhibition catalog.Artists' bios with b+ w illustrations. (Neil Dallas Brown, Robert Callender, Peter Collins, Patricia Douthwaite, Ian Hamilton, Alexander Fraser, John Huston, John Johnstone, John Knox, William Littlejohn, Robin Philipson, Ian McKenzie Smith.) Published by the Maine State Commission on the Arts & Humanities~ Augusta, Maine. 28 pp. Light wear.

Sotheby's auction catalog for December 12,1991. In fine condition, the back cover shows very light wear.

An excellent reference book signed by the author, Charles H. Carpenter, Jr. and published in 1982 by Dodd Meade. The jacket has a few tears ( see photos) however, this hardcover is in nice tight condition. A fine history of the Gorham Company (Providence, Rhode Island) and their silverware products. There are 295 b&w photographs, 8 color plates, 40 photographs of marks, photographs of 313 flatware patterns. 332pp.

A small hard cover with dust jacket in mint condition published by Assouline in 2002. Perfect gift for the dog lover with colored + B&W photos ...even period dog beds! 79pp.

Signed artist's proof entitled "Cake Dreams"...A contemporary, sward- 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"

Anonymous- no date nor publisher. Text is in Italian, German, English and French. There are 40 (vedute) black and white prints (appox. 4-1/2" x 7") of various locations. No marks but two small tears and spots on the cover and one smudge on another page (not on picture) and on the back cover. Silk tie holds the booklet( 9-1/2" x 6-1/2") together.

Published in 1989 by Casa Editrice Bonechi (Florence Italy) an illustrated soft cover with 150 colored illustrations. A valuable pictorial resource in light of the current crisis in the Middle East.

A former library copy published by Hyperion Press in 1949. The red boards show some wear, the front and back endpapers have been taped, one title page is clipped and there are library stamps. Seventy seven plates.

This is a wonderful heavy sterling recreation of the Georg Jensen silver pearl and dove bracelet. Marked Sterling Genuine Norseland, it measures 7-1/2" x 7/8" and weighs 40grams. Two birds show light wear with very faint scratches. No safety chain.

Ca 1930 A beautiful little vase with deep emerald green ground. The cobalt panels are highlighted by pink, blue and purple flowers. A scalloped design near the bottom is edged in gilt. Modest wear with some paint loss, and a few small nicks and pits (please refer to photos) ... Full brass base and rim. No marks.The colors are brighter due to the flash. 2-1/4" x 4"

A sensational heavy gold plate collar/necklace with matching bracelet, all set with faux stones. The gold has a vibrant Florentine finish and both necklace and bracelet are strung on a metal chain. Unmarked - perhaps a Les Bernard creation. The collar measures approximately 15", the bracelet 7".

A beautiful little sugar or demitasse spoon with green and blue enamels by English manufacturer, T&S in Birmingham, England. Marked appropriately and dated 1931. There is slight enamel loss on the back bowl, but the colors are quite vibrant.Unpolished, the bowl shows light wear.

A hard cover with dustjacket in mint condition featuring 519 illustrations with 65 in color. This is a reprint published in 1992 by Thames and Hudson, New York.Foreword by the Seventh Earl of Carnarvon. 224pp.

Ca1955 A stunning one- of- a- kind floral necklace with matching clip-on earrings.It features a large multi-dimensional flower with rhinestones, pearls and black enamel leaves. A black glass accent is on the necklace. There is very light wear on the black enamel and one small pearl is missing on an earring. The front of the necklace measures 3-1/2" x 2" and is attached to a 17" snake chain.The clip-on earrings are 1-1/2" round and snap shut tightly. All marked CORO.

A mixed media collage by Riva Leviten. It features painted paper, part of a headline "Beautiful heav..." etc. Signed 88 Leviten in the lower right corner. The pink plastic frame measures 9.5" x 11" , the picture 5" x 6.5". Her other work, "Cake Dreams", is also on this site.

This lot includes three Anthony Trollope books all published by Dodd Mead & Co., New York. Phineas Redux Vol. I was published in 1913 and Vol. III in 1910. Dr. Thorne Vol.I was published in 1914. The owner's name is inscribed on the front free paper of all three books and the red boards show modest wear.

Ca 1970 A handsome pair of bezel set jade cufflinks with ropetwist design. Marked RONCI 12k GF. The oval stones measure 5/8" x 1/2".

An illustrated hard cover with dust jacket written by Peter Thornton and published in 1998 by Harry F Abrams New York.The jacket has very very light wear on the edge and corners otherwise the book is in mint condition. 438plates ~216pp.

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

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 chunky, gold plate oval loop choker with loden green,purple, red and blue plastic links. A heavy piece, it measures 17" with extender. The links are one inch wide and it is signed on the blue clasp.Light wear. Exact date unknown.