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A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver brooches in boomerang patterns by Hans Hansen, Denmark designed by Bent Gabrielsen. One brooch is also marked with the dotted oval mark of Georg Jensen. Can be purchased individually or as a pair.

The dually signed brooch measures 3" across, and 3/4" wide. Weighs 13 Gr.

Marked with the conjoined HaH, 925S, Denmark and Georg Jensen in a dotted oval.

Rollover clasp holds securely. Has minor surface scratches and some tarnish. The tip ...

A Fine Pair of English Silver Plate Corinthian Candlesticks hallmarked by Roberts & Slater circa 1845. Measure about 12 1/2" tall. Great quality and look.

A modernist pendant necklace by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia in sterling silver.

Marked with the Lapponia Hallmark, 925, Finnish silver standard mark, date code, and scales mark. Also marked for Lapponia on the chain. Pendant measures 3/4" long and 1" across. Chain measures 15 1/2" long. An extender can be added if needed. Has a hook closure that holds securely. Very nice condition, surface shows some minor scratches and a little wear. Has some tarnish.

Wonderful example of Scandina...

A vintage sterling silver hammered cuff bracelet made by the Gaylord Silvercraft in Wallingford, CT. The Gaylord Farm Sanitarium was active from 1923-1944 and was organized by William Waldo Dodge. This bracelet measures about 7 3/4" around and 3/8" wide. Marked Sterling, Hand Wrought and with an impressed upright hammer flanked by two wings for the maker. Fine work, quality piece.

These items by the noted Ecuadoran silversmith, Joaquin Tinta may be purchased individually or as a pair.

The first one is a sterling silver modernist pendant with a bezel set green - brown swirled stone cabochon.

Measures 1 3/8" across and 1 5/8" high including the round bale. Due to the large bale it could be worn on a chain or neck ring. The central section swings for an interesting effect.

Marked Ecuador, Tinta and Sterling on the back. Has some minor surface scratches and a lit...

A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant with 2 pink stones, (maybe rhodochrosite?) with the original chain in a brutalist design.

Pendant measures 2 1/4" long with the 2 bales and 7/8" across. Marked engla and 925S on the back of the pendant, and the mark IBH which may be for Illums Bolighus, a high end store in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The chain measures about 24" long and has a secure spring ring closure. It is marked 925S and IBH on the ring attaching it to the chain.

Very nice...

An unusual sterling silver cuff bracelet with a central pair of three dimensional birds sitting on a raised round green gemstone, (maybe Chrysoprase) cabochon. Maybe Doves or Lovebirds? Bracelet measures 6 1/4" around with an opening of 7/8". Measures 1 1/4" at the widest. In fine condition with some minor surface scratches and tarnish. A little out of round. Some numbers on the outside, maybe 925 but only a partial strike. Has a very Mid Century Scandinavian feel to it. Well crafted, pret...

A vintage modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by Danish silversmith, Palle Bisgaard in a tiered curved shape. His torque necklace, part of this same line is included in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This is the widest version of this cuff, with an extra tier at the bottom edge.

Measures about 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1" and 3/4" at the widest. There does not appear to be much give so it is better for an average to slender wrist.

Signed P. B...

A fine modernist bracelet by Maya Mexico that is in the iconic Armadillo design made famous by Hector Aguilar. This bracelet, in brass with copper accents measures 7" long and about 2 1/4" across. Unsigned. Hook closure holds securely. Has tarnish and shows wear to the finish. Will let the new owner decide how much to polish. Outstanding design. Heavy and bold.

A vintage bracelet with a central Pre Columbian bird probably from either Ecuador or Peru in 950 silver. The bird has a green stone cabochon eye. There is a layer of red and gold woven material behind the bird. Bracelet has four hinged thick silver chains meeting in the back.

Measures 7 1/2" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. Has a tongue and box clasp with a swing over safety latch for extra security. There is an additional bezel set green stone on the clasp. Marked on the back 950 and ...

A sterling silver abstract brooch by the MCM jeweler, Martin Lasak who studied under Joseph Skinger.

Measures 2 1/8" long and 1 3/4" across. Marked Sterling Lasak. Rollover clasp holds securely. Lightly hammered. Has some minor tarnish.

Fine craftsmanship. Unique design.

A vintage modernist clamper bracelet from Sigi Pineda, Taxco Mexico. Two beveled ends meet in the center. Measures approximately 7" around. Marked Hecho en Mexico, Sigi Tasco, Eagle #, Sterling and with a design number 406. In fine condition, has a few scratches. Spring hinge closes tightly. Nice weight. High quality piece.

A Selection of Roycroft Bookends, pairs individually priced from $125 to 275.

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A sterling silver modernist brooch with a bezel set onyx stone cabochon by Joaquin Tinta of Ecuador. Depicts a stylized bird or rooster with a gemstone eye.

Measures 1 3/4" across and 7/8" high. Marked Ecuador, Tinta and Sterling on the back. The sterling mark has been double stamped. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.

Has contrasting layers of polished and textured silver for an interesting effect.

Well crafted, classic design. Lots of detail.

A very unique hand wrought large pendant in sterling silver, reminds us of a large paperclip. Made from a thick curled sterling wire. Signed M. Bowles Sterling and Hand Wrought on the back.

The pendant measures 3" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. It is in fine condition with some minor surface scratches. The pendant alone weighs 19 gr.

It is suspended from a silver neck ring, (probably sterling) which measures about 15" around and has a secure hook closure. The neck ring is unmark...

A Fine Painting by the Listed Monterey, California Artist, Russell Swan (1908-63). Measures about 14 1/4" by 12", overall frame is about 18 3/4" by 16 1/2". Signed lower right, also signed and titled "Monterey Dwelling" on back.

A classic vintage brooch in an floral shape by Georg Jensen with an unusual dark blue or grey mottled cabochon.

Marked on the back Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, Sterling, Denmark, style number 71.

Measures about 1 3/8" across and 1 3/8" high.

Rollover safety clasp holds securely. Has minor surface scratches and some tarnish on the back. The stone is matte and has some texture, not shiny. Beautiful repousse work.

Fine example of Georg Jensen design.

A modernist sterling silver heavy pendant necklace signed Gra-Wun for the Scottsdale Arizona jeweler Ray Graves. The central pendant is textured and layered for an interesting effect. The hand wrought links are concave on two sides.

The pendant measures 2 1/4" across and 1 3/8" high. The necklace measures about 26" in total. Weighs 75 gr. Has no closure, meant to be slipped over the head.

Etched Gra-Wun, Sterling and Handmade on the back. Has a date inscription that reads Aug. 14 1980.