Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver (619)

A pair of sterling silver screw back earrings in a mid century modernist design. We have seen only one other pair in almost the exact design signed Ed Wiener. Constructed of a layer of oxidized sterling with a contrasting polished curved sterling wire overlay.

The earrings measure 1 1/4" high and 7/8" across and hold securely. They are marked with Sterling, hand wrought and a partial W in a triangle. The screw part is marked Sterling.

Minor surface scratches...

A pair of vintage sterling silver heart shaped earrings by Peggy Ackerly, (1921-2011), who apprenticed with Sam Kramer from 1943-64. Ackerly helped design and execute many of Kramer's most iconic pieces. These earrings are post 1968, when she began using the conjoined MA mark for Margaret Ackerly.

The heart shaped pieces swing on the curled vines that are attached to the ear wires. The earrings measure 7/8" across and 1" tall. Marked with her hallmark and sterling on the back of each one...

A modernist sterling silver bracelet by Ed Levin in a geometric link design.

Measures about 7 1/2" around including the clasp and about 7/8" at the widest. Marked © Ed Levin and Sterling.

Fine condition, has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Clasp holds securely.

Classic Levin design. No longer available for purchase new.

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.

A sterling silver link bracelet by Guglielmo Cini. Measures 7" long and 7/8" across. Hook clasp holds securely. Marked G. Cini Sterling. In very nice condition. Nice weight and well crafted.

A vintage sterling silver modernist ring and/or pendant by Karl Laine for Sten and Laine from Finland. May purchase individually or as a set.

The ring measures about a size 7 but is adjustble. Top measures 3/4" across. Marked with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, Three Crown mark for Finland, 925, Town mark for Turku, V7 for 1974 and Finland. Has KL on the side for Karl Laine. Very nice condition.

The pendant measures 1 1/4" long and 3/4" at the widest...

A pair of pierced Mid Century Modern vintage sterling silver earrings with satin finish and contrasting oxidized areas. Opposites so frame the face when worn.

The earrings measure 3/4" at the widest and 1 3/4" tall including the hooks. Marked sterling multiple times on the back of each one.

They are in fine condition, with very minor surface scratches and some tarnish.

Lots of movement when worn...

Two pairs of sterling silver modernist abstract dangle earrings by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. Can buy each pair individually or both pairs.

The first pair look like stylized commas. They are opposites so frame the face when worn. They measure 1" long and 1/2" at the widest. Have the stylized 'phyllis' hallmarks on the back of both dangles and sterling on the back of the screw backs.

Screw backs hold securely...

A sterling silver modernist Star of David by the Israeli jeweler, Rachel Gera. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long including the large bale and 1 3/4" across. Chain measures 24" long and closes with a spring clasp. Pendant is marked Handmade, Gera Israel and 925. Thick sterling, fine quality.

A sterling silver hand wrought brooch by the mid century modernist studio jeweler, Ruth Berridge, (1921-2004).

Shaped like a fish with two layers of curved, overlapping sterling. Has a multidimensional effect. Measures about 2 3/4" across and 1 1/2" high. Signed Berridge, Handmade and Sterling on the back. Rollover clasp holds securely. Fine condition with minor surface scratches and a some tarnish.

Fine craftsmanship.

A great, 950 sterling silver cuff bracelet by Haroldo Burle Marx with a large bezel set 'Forma Livre' opaque black carved stone.

Marked 950 and BURLE MARX on the inside. Measures 6 3/4" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 1" at the widest. Weighs 104 gr.

Fine condition. There are some minor surface scratches to the finish. There is a slight separation at the underside of the bezel but the stone is stable.

Stunning example.

A vintage modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by Hans Hansen, Denmark. Measures about 6 1/4" around with an opening of 3/4" and 1 1/8" at the widest. Marked with script Hans Hansen, Denmark, 925S and design number 213. Designed by Bent Gabrielsen. In fine condition with very minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Sleek and well crafted. Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A very unique hand wrought sterling pendant and chain with an amethyst drop.

Pendant measures 2 1/4" across and 2" high. Chain measures 18" long and has a secure hook closure. The opening is oval shaped so the hook will not slide out.

Marked with Sterling and a maker's mark on the inside of the circle.

Striking design, lots of movement. Can be worn with the pendant facing either way.

Fine condition with a little tarnish.

Quality piece.

A silver pendant necklace or brooch with a large fused glass on clay jewel by noted modernist jeweler, Elsa Freund, (1912-2001). Beautiful, rich sparkling blue colored Elsaramic jewel.

Measures about 2 1/2" across and 1 1/2" high. Three dimensional. Signed Elsa on the back.

Has a rollover closure on the back that fastens securely. Also shown suspended from a black silky cord. Could be worn on a chain or neck ring with the addition of a bale. Has a little tarnish...

A sterling silver modernist ring with an amber ball by Danish silversmith, Niels Erik (NE) From.

Marked From 925S. Measures about a size 7. In nice condition with some minor scratches and nicks to the edges of the back of the shank. Not very noticeable when worn. It may need a bit of cleaning but we will leave that to the new owner. Looks like it may have been resized by a previous owner. The ball sits 1/2" off the finger.

Fine MCM streamlined design.

A vintage hand made necklace and earrings set in sterling silver with teal blue enamel and what looks like a central fresh water pearl. Seven sterling shields with teal blue enamel suspended from a sterling necklace made of knotted links. Signed Carlisle Sterling on the back. Measures 16" long and closes with a secure spring clasp. Clasp is also marked sterling. Matching pierced earrings measure 1 5/8" long and 1/2" at the widest. Earring backs are marked 925...

A vintage modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by Hans Hansen, designed by the Georg Jensen designer, Allan Scharff in his Alliance line. Made from three thick curved overlapping sterling wires.

Measures about 6 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 1 1/2" wide across the front. May be able to be adjusted by a jeweler.

Marked with HaH for Hans Hansen and 925S.

In fine condition with minor scratches and a little tarnish. Thick sterling wire.

Modernist MCM desi...

An amazing modernist sterling silver ring with an central agate cabochon by Jens Peter Clausen Guðjónsson of Iceland. Signed JENS 925S. Measures about a size 7- 7.5. The top sits 1" high and measures about 3/4" across. Has an interesting texture on the sides. Heavy sterling. Really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.