Catalog: Estate Jewelry (693)

A vintage hand wrought Modernist sterling pendant and neck ring with a large turquoise stone. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long including the bale and 1 3/4" across. Marked sterling on the back. Neck ring measures about 15" around. Hook closure holds securely. Neck ring is also marked sterling. Both pieces have a dark patina. Pendant would also look great on a thick chain. Wonderfully crafted and fine quality.

A very cool pair of vintage Taxco, Mexico sterling silver and inlaid wood cuff links. Measure approximately 1 1/4" across. The grain of the inlay is facing out symmetrically. The part that goes through the cuff is also marked 925. Signed Sterling, Taxco, 925, Hecho en Mexico and the designer's initials, L. F. Very well made and in great condition.

A sterling silver modernist pendant necklace by Danish silversmith, Niels Erik (NE) From. Thick sterling links with a central arrow shaped pendant. Marked Sterling, Denmark, N E From 925S. Measures about 20" around. Spring clasp holds securely. In nice condition with very minor scratches. Lays nicely on the neck.

An iconic brooch and earring set in sterling silver with a gold wash and enamel by A. Dragsted, Copenhagen, Denmark. Designed by Erik Magnussen in the 1950's, these 5 geese are supposed to represent the five Scandinavian countries. The brooch measures 2 1/2" long and 1" across. Closes with a rollover locking clasp. The earrings measure 1" long and 1/2" across. All pieces are marked with a crown, A. Dragsted, Sterling and Denmark. In very nice condition. Classic design.

An Art Deco hammered sterling silver pendant or brooch with a three dimensional hula girl. Her skirt is raised off the base. Measures 2 7/8" long and 1 3/4" across. Marked 935 on the back for Sterling. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. Large bale so can be worn on a chain or neck ring. Very nice condition, warm patina. Lots of details, well made.

A stand out modernist sterling silver ring from Finland by Pekka Piekainen for Auran Kultaseppa. Sits 1" tall. Marked on the inside for Kultaseppa, Finland silver standard, 925H, Town mark for Turku, and T7 for 1972. Marked on the back with the maker's mark and Made in Finland. About a size 7. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches. A great example of Piekainen's modernist work.

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring with a round carnelian orb set in long prongs by Elis Kauppi's studio Kupittaan Kulta Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek Mid Century Modern design. Measures about a size 6 but may be able to be resized without affecting the hallmarks because they are on the side. In very nice condition with minor tarnish and some minor surface scratches. Has a small cut to the edge near the hallmarks. Not very noticeable when worn, mostly inside. Marked with the Anvil and 925S...

A very cool modernist brooch by Taxco Silversmith, Alfredo Villasana. Measures 2 1/8" by 1 1/2". Marked on the back Sterling, 925, Mexico, Taxco, Eagle #2, Villasana. In very good condition with some minor scratches to the black. Has a safety clasp.

A studio hand made copper necklace collar with a lapis cabochon set in what looks like sterling silver. Made of three pieces of curved copper connected with rivets in an Arts and Crafts design. Central medallion turns for multiple effects. Hooks on the side. Measures about 16 1/2" around, (hard to be precise due to the curve). Medallion measures 2 1/2" across. Has some minor surface scratches. Not exactly symmetrical, has a hand made quality...

A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver cuff links by noted silversmith, Ed Wiener. Have a dotted texture contrasted by a more satin finish. Measure 3/4" long and 3/8" across. Marked Ed Wiener, Sterling. Toggles work fine. Cool Mid Century design.

An Arts and Crafts Bar Pin Brooch by Unger Brothers. Signed with their cojoined UB mark, Fine Sterling and 925. Measures 1 3/4" long and 1/4" wide. Has a rollover safety clasp. Pretty design, nice condition.

A modernist sterling silver layered brooch signed Gra Wun for the Scottsdale Arizona jeweler Ray Graves. Measures 1" high and 1 1/2" across. Has a rollover clasp which holds securely. Marked Gra Wun, Hand Made and Sterling on the back. His sterling jewelry is hard to find. Well made and fine condition.

A vintage sterling silver modernist pendant and necklace by Hans Sten and Karl Laine from Sten and Laine in Finland. Pendant reminds us of an abstract spiderweb. Pendant measures 3 1/8" long to the top of the bale and 2 1/8" at the widest. Chain is attached at the bale and closes with a spring clasp that holds tightly. Chain measures about 17" around. Marked on the bale with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, 925H for sterling, Town mark for Turku and T7 for 1972. Very nice condition...

An Arts and Crafts period acid etched brass brooch with a central blue cabochon. Measures 2 1/2" long and 2" across. Has a 'C' clasp which holds securely. Has some minor tarnish. Nice organic design.

A wonderfully hand made brooch of the Brig Leander by Franklin Porter, a Massachusetts silversmith. Lightly hammered and very detailed. Measures 1 7/8" across and 1 1/2" high. Has a 'C' clasp that holds securely. Marked Sterling and F. Porter. Has some scratches on the name. Brooch has some light tarnish. Great Arts and Crafts period design.

An outstanding Danish Modernist pewter necklace with a blue pottery 'jewel' signed Made in Denmark, Lysgards Design, Tin, 80. Has a 24" long, thick paperclip chain that closes with a toggle clasp. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long including the large bale and bottom dangles and 1 1/8" across. In estate fresh condition. Wonderful mid century feel.

A vintage sterling silver heavy brooch by Hector Aguilar. Signed with the conjoined HA, Taxco and 940 for better than sterling silver. Pre Eagle, (pre 1949). Measures 3 1/2" across and 3 1/8" high. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. The brooch has some minor tarnish surface scratches. Classic Taxco design.

A vintage hand made silver brooch in an Arts and Crafts design with a ceramic square cabochon in the center. Signed ORNO for the artists' cooperative in Warsaw founded in 1949. Also marked with an oval cartouche with a woman's head facing right and 'W' for Warsaw and the number 3. There is also another head facing right. 800 Silver. Measures 2" across. Has a 'C' clasp that holds tightly. Dark patina. Very good condition. Nice weight and well made.