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A very rare sterling silver bracelet by Salvador Teran in a zigzag hinged design. Marked Salvador, Sterling, Mexico, Design 161 and Eagle 36. Measures approximately 7" around and 2" at the widest. Has a tongue and box closure which snaps securely and a safety chain. In good condition with some tarnish and minor nicks and scratches. Lays comfortably on the wrist. Collector quality.

A modernist sterling silver brooch with a large triangular shaped bezel set raw amethyst stone by Helga Narsakka for Kaunis Koru, Finland. Signed HN for the designer, National Mark, 916H for the silver purity, Town Mark, K7 for 1963 and KK for the Maker. Measures 2" across and 1 1/8" high. Minor tarnish. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Pretty deep purple color. Would also look lovely worn with a converter on a neck ring.

A vintage modernist pendant necklace by noted mid century jeweler, Winifred Mason Chenet from her highly collectible Voodoo line. This was done prior to her adding d'Haiti to her mark. Pendant measures 3" long and 1 1/8" at the widest. Possibly pewter. Intricate chain is made up of silver colored squiggled links connected with brass rings and silver colored curved in links. Measures 32" long. No clasp, meant to go over the head. There is a little tarnish. Signed chenet on the back of the pen...

A vintage silver, copper and brass mixed metals necklace, bracelet and matching earrings from Taxco, Mexico. Marked on the back of the necklace and bracelet Metales Casados Taxco. Necklace measures about 16" long and 3/4" wide. Has a box clasp that snaps securely. The bracelet measures about 8" long and 3/4" wide. Has a box clasp that snaps securely and a safety chain. Earrings measure 1 1/4" long and 3/4" across. Screw backs hold securely. Screw back findings are marked Alpaca. All the pieces ...

A vintage sterling silver heavy quatrefoil cross pendant suspended on the original velvet rope in an Antonio Pineda design. Pendant measures 2 1/2" across and 2 1/2" high. Has a large bale so would accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Currently on a 26" velvet rope with sterling balls at each end. There is a little wear to the velvet under the part where the pendant hangs. Pendant is marked with the Artisan's registration number, TM-70, 970 (better than sterling), and Mexico. In fine conditi...

A pair of modernist sterling silver earrings or ear cuffs, design #126 by Nan Ditzel for Georg Jensen. Measure 1 1/4" long and 3/4" wide. Marked Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, Sterling Denmark and style #126. No need to have pierced ears, these are designed to hook into your ear. In nice condition with a little tarnish and some very minor surface scratches. There is a small ding near the edge of one earring. This design is no longer being produced. Great modernist design.

A vintage solid sterling silver bracelet by Carl Ruopoli who designed for Black Starr & Gorham. Measures 7" long and 1" wide. Has a hidden box clasp that snaps securely. Weighs 113 gr, heavy and substantial. Wonderful condition with just a little tarnish. Classic design. Circa 1930s.

An amazing silver repousse necklace with a central moth pendant and turquoise oval cabochon by Matilde Eugenia Poulat. Signed MATL in block letters and 0.900 for the silver content. Measures 17 1/2" long and 2 1/2" at the widest. Spring clasp holds securely. Beautifully intricate work. This is the earliest mark for her Taller, (1934-40). Wonderful condition!

A sterling silver hand wrought cuff bracelet and matching ring, each with a central suspended floating orb by the mid century modernist studio jeweler, Ruth Berridge, (1921-2004). Bracelet measures about 6" around with an opening of 7/8", and 1" wide. The orb sits about 3/4" high. Could probably be adjusted slightly. Marked Sterling Berridge on the inside. There is some solder residue on the inside. The matching ring measures about a size 6.5 currently, but because it has an open back it can ...

A vintage pair of sterling silver cuff links by Georg Jensen with the GJ mark used from 1933-44 in the iconic fish design. Measure 3/4" across. Marked with GJ, Sterling Denmark, 14 and 925. Have a toggle clasp. In fine condition. Great example of Georg Jensen's classic design.

A rare sterling silver abstract hand wrought brooch by American Studio Jeweler, Merle Boyer who worked in Hawaii. Measures 1 7/8" high and 2 1/2" across. Has light hammer marks and an interesting contrast of flattened and curved sterling wire. Marked Boyer Sterling on the back. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish appropriate for age. Great mid century design.

A bold, modernist sterling silver ring by the noted Danish jewelry designer, Hermann Siersbol. Currently measures between about a size 7 but is adjustable. Orb measures 3/4" wide and 3/4" high. Marked HS and 925S. Has a few tiny, very faint dings and surface scratches. Sits high on the finger. Great design.

A modernist sterling silver brooch by noted Israeli artisan, Peter Ein-Hod. Two layers of sterling, the bottom has a beveled edge on two sides. The top is a three dimensional flower with leaves. Marked Made in Israel, ST, 925, 'PH'. Earlier style 'C' clasp which holds securely. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish. Measures 1 1/2" square. Fine hand made piece.

A sterling silver modernist hand wrought cuff bracelet. Measures about 6" around with an additional 7/8" for the gap. Measures 2" at the widest. Marked Sterling and Hand Wrought. Very nice condition with some minor scratches and a little tarnish. Can be worn with the curve facing up or down. Warm patina, heavy layered sterling. Quality piece. Lays nicely on the wrist.

A well crafted, highly detailed sterling silver insect brooch with opals on the wings, a chrysoprase body and onyx eyes. Measures 1 7/8" long and 1 5/8" at the widest. Marked on the underside with a conjoined 'SJ' or 'JS' logo and 925 for sterling. Has an earlier 'C' clasp which holds securely. Included is the original box with the same hallmark. Box also has a maker's mark, 'Jorge St?'. We were unable to read the last name and could not determine the artist. Has an Arts and Crafts style to...

A well crafted sterling silver three dimensional pendant with a lapis cabochon. This pendant is suspended from a 28" long sterling chain meant to be slipped over the head. Pendant measures 2" long and 1 1/2" across. Bezel set stone measures 1/2" long and 3/8" across. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Interesting layered design.

An interesting pendant- a taxidermy eye set in 14K gold. Pendant measures 1" long and 5/8" at the widest. Marked 585 for the gold and what looks like 31. Currently suspended on a gold colored intricate chain that measures 20" long and has a secure spring closure. Looks very hand made. Fun mid century modernist design.

A great, early sterling silver cuff bracelet by Francisco Rebajes with a large silver wire wrapped glass orb. Marked Sterling, Original Hand Wrought Design, and Rebajes on the back. Measures 4 3/4" around with an opening of 1 3/8". Could probably be adjusted slightly but meant to wear snuggly so the orb doesn't roll around. Measures 1 3/8" at the widest. Fine condition. There are some minor surface scratches to the finish. The glass looks like a large drop of water. Stunning hard to find desi...