Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism (272)

A 14K gold and sterling silver hand wrought necklace with three layers of molten, drippy dangles by the mid century modernist studio jeweler, Ruth Berridge, (1921-2004). The necklace measures about 21 1/2" long. The central pendant measures 3 1/2" across and drops down 2 1/2" long. There are gold square bead spacers on the top row, The ends of the drips appear to be gold or have a gold wash. Marked Berridge Sterling and 14K on the hand made hook clasp that holds securely. Fine condition...

A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver earrings by the well known modernist jeweler, Henry Steig. Abstract sterling shape with an overlay of heavy sterling wire and green cabochons. Great dark patina. Clips hold tightly. Measure about 1 1/4" long and 3/4" across. Marked Steig Sterling on the backs and Sterling with a patent number on the clips. One of the green stones has a scratch near the edge. Well made. Wonderful organic design.

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...

A modernist sterling silver brooch with a large raw amethyst stone by Charles H. Cole who signed his work with a face hallmark. The facial features spell out his last name. Also signed Sterling. Active 1930s-50s. Measures 1 3/4" long and 1 1/4" wide. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds tightly. Hand made piece. Pretty purple color.

A modernist lightly hammered sterling silver double wire neck collar by Ed Levin.

Measures 12" around with an opening of 2". Flexible so can be opened wider to put on. Sits just above the collar bone.

Signed © Ed Levin, and STER. Fine condition with minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.

Unusual Ed Levin design. Haven't seen this neck ring before.

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...

A very unique hand wrought large pendant in sterling silver, reminiscent of the work of Christian Schmidt and Ronald Pearson. Signed with a tiny mark on the bale that we are unable to identify. See photo.

The pendant measures 4" long including the bale and 1 1/8" at the widest. Marked 925 for sterling on the bale...

A mid century modernist pendant by the American studio jeweler, Paul Miller. This piece is constructed of 2 overlapping triangles with a third textured triangle overlay.

Measures 2" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. Marked Sterling and Paul Miller on the back. Has a little tarnish and a few minor surface scratches.

Could be worn on either a chain, neck ring or cord. Very fine example of his work.

A modernist pair of sterling silver earrings by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer. Measure 1 1/2" long and 7/8" across. Have 2 dangles that move when worn. Marked sterling on the back of the screw backs which hold securely. Have some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. These are not signed but are a documented Sam Kramer design. Great example of MCM jewelry.

A modernist sterling silver ring by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, in a layered amoeba shape with a taxidermy eye. Measures about a 6 3/4 - 7. Face of ring measures 1" long and 7/8" across. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark twice and sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Heavy sterling. Great MCM design. Sam Kramer's taxidermy designs are highly collectible and rare.

A vintage modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet by NYC Mid Century jeweler, Idella La Vista. Consists of a curved wavy flat section attached to a thick sterling wire which is split and attached to the flat part in two places. Part of the wire is attached at an angle for a three dimensional effect.

Measures about 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1" and 2" at the widest. Marked La Vista HANDWROUGHT Sterling on the inside.

Well made...

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 fine, hand wrought modernist sterling silver collar necklace by the California studio jeweler, Gerald Stinn, (1937-2019). Thick hammered sterling wire gently curved and flattened.

Measures about 11 1/2" around with an opening of about 3". Measures 1/4" at the widest. Probably better for a slender neck although can be adjusted somewhat.

Marked Stinn Sterling. In very nice condition with a warm patina.

Quality piece.

A modernist pair of sterling silver screw back earrings by Charles H. Cole, born 1908 and active 1930s-50s. He signed his work with a face hallmark. The facial features spell out his last name. Also signed Sterling and ©. Screw backs are also marked sterling.

Measure about 1 1/8" long and 5/8" at the widest.

Hand made, you can see very light hammering. They are in a floral design with cascading tendrils. Screw backs hold securely. Fine condition, from a talented silversmith.

A sterling silver modernist brooch by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. This brooch has a thick sterling wire overlay with an oval moonstone cabochon on a darkened, oxidized surface. Measures 1 1/4" tall and 1 3/8" at the widest. Has the stylized 'p' hallmark, phyllis and sterling on the back. Nice contrast between the oxidized and shiny sterling layers. Rollover clasp holds securely. Has some minor surface scratches. Classic Phyllis design.

A rare pair of sterling silver and pearl pierced earrings by American Studio Jeweler, Merle Boyer from Hawaii. Measure 7/8" long and 5/8" across. Marked Boyer on the back of each. Great mid century design.

A large pendant made out of layers of lightly textured and polished sterling silver with multicolored small cabochons by noted Vermont jeweler, Luella C. Schroeder, (1918-2004), who worked at the Cranbrook Institute before going off on her own to open a jewelry studio. The cabochons are ruby, teal and peach colored.

Signed sterling and with the maker's mark LCS in stylized letters.

Measures 2 1/2" long and 1 3/8" at the widest...

A sterling silver modernist brooch by Phyllis Sklar, American Mid Century jeweler. Measures 1 1/4" tall and 1 1/8" at the widest. Has the stylized 'p' hallmark. Nice contrast between the oxidized and shiny sterling layers. Rollover clasp holds securely. Has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Classic Phyllis design.