Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Scandinavian (148)

A wonderfully constructed heavy neck ring by Bent Knudsen, Denmark. Streamlined curves, thick sterling, very Mid Century. Marked Sterling, Denmark, Bent K, 925S, Style #3 and copyright sign. Measures 13" around with a 2 3/4" opening. Can be adjusted slightly. Meant to sit on the collar bone. Would be best on a slender neck. Fine condition.

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring by the Finnish jeweler, Martii Viikinniemi. Looks like a lunar surface with craters. Measures about a size 7, but is adjustable. Front design measures 7/8" across. Marked MV, for the artisan, The National Mark for Finland, Silver Purity mark, Town mark and date code for 1971. In very nice condition with minor tarnish and surface scratches. Fine example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A vintage Modernist sterling silver boomerang bracelet from well known Danish Silversmith, Niels Erik From. This bracelet is about 7" long without the toggle clasp. Marked Sterling, Denmark, 925S and N. E. From. Has some tarnish. Great example of Scandinavian modern design.

A brutalist, modernist sterling silver pendant by the Swedish jeweler, Isaac Cohen. Marked on the bale with ICO for the maker, another mark that is hard to read, and V9 for 1971. Measures about 2 1/2" long including the bale and 1 1/4" wide. Large bale so will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Fine condition, quality piece.

A vintage modernist sterling silver brooch with an oval amber cabochon by Danish Silversmith Niels Erik From (NE From). Signed with the script NE From, 925S, Sterling, and Danmark. Measures about 2 1/4" long and 3/4" across. Closes with a secure rollover clasp. Amber has a few minor scratches. Nice warm patina, great modernist design.

A vintage sterling silver ring by David Andersen. Part of the Saga Viking series based on historic designs. Ring is adjustable and currently measures about size 6 1/2. Interesting textured setting and wrap design. In fine vintage condition. Marked with David Andersen, 925S, and Norway-Sterling. Great historic design.

A modernist pair of cufflinks in 830 silver from Finland. Measure 3/4" square. Have an abstract mid century design. Very well made. Marked with the Crown for Finland, 830 for the silver standard, and Finland. Great modernist design.

A modernist sterling silver bangle bracelet, #155 by Georg Jensen, designed by Nan Ditzel. Measures approximately 8" around. Measures 2 5/8" across. Marked Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, 925 S Denmark and style #155. Also marked with London import marks, GJL, 925, and other import marks. In very nice condition with some minor surface scratches. Great modernist design.

A vintage modernist sterling silver ring in a size 8 signed with the NW for Nils Westerback. Also has the Crown, 925, and U7 for 1973. Looks like a swirled shell. Top design sits above the shank on a small rod and measures 7/8" long and 1/2" across. In very nice condition, shank is slightly out of round. Very unusual.

A vintage Modernist sterling silver pair of clip earrings in an oval shape from the well known Danish Silversmith, Niels Erik From. These earrings measure 1 1/4" long and 5/8" across. Clips hold tightly. Marked Sterling, Denmark, 925S and N. E. From. Have some minor surface scratches. Please see our other listing for the matching bracelet. Fine example of Scandinavian modernist jewelry.

A sterling silver brooch in the three dimensional hook design,(Feste). Measures 2" across and 1 1/2" high. Marked with the ND for Norway Designs, 925S, Plus Sign and conjoined TV for Tone Vigeland. Has an early 'C' clasp that holds tightly. Fine condition, has some minor surface scratches and nicks. Great mid century design.

A vintage sterling silver modernist pendant by Sten and Laine in Finland with a large faceted central crystal. Measures about 1" wide and 1 1/2" high including the bale. Marked with the hallmark for Sten and Laine, 925 for sterling, Town mark for Turku and X7 for 1976. Very nice condition. There is a slight ding to the edge, but may be original. Large bale will accommodate a neck ring or chain. Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A vintage modernist pair of sterling silver screw back earrings by Hans Hansen, Denmark. Measure about 3/4" across and 1" tall. Marked with the conjoined HH for Hans Hansen, 422 for the design number, Denmark and 925S. Screw backs hold securely. In nice condition with a warm patina. Classic example of Hans Hansen's work.

A very cool vintage modernist silver plated (probably) pendant by Erik Dennung circa 1970s. Pendant drops 4 1/2" and is 1 5/8" across. Marked Erik Dennung Made in Denmark. Also has the mark for B+D. In good condition, has some minor surface scratches and tarnish to the plating. Would look great on a neck ring. (We have those also if you need one.) Has a large bale so can accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Impressive piece.

An amazing sterling silver modernist bangle bracelet by noted jewelry designer, Rey Urban for A. Fausing Denmark. Thick sterling, angled sides. Measures about 7 1/2" around. Marked with the script Rey Urban, Sterling, A. Fausing and Denmark. Fine condition with some very minor scratches. Wonderful example of Danish modernist design.

A fine pair of Swedish sterling silver screw back earrings with central green cabochons. Signed KP (for Karl Erik Palmberg), Three Crowns for Sweden, S for the silver standard, F (the town mark for Falkoping) and C9 for 1953. Very well made and delicate. Measure about 5/8" long and 1/2" across. Screw backs work fine. In very nice condition, beautiful example of Scandinavian silver work.

A vintage detailed pendant in 830 silver by Elvik and Co. Oslo, Norway. Measures 3" at the longest, and 2 1/2" across. Marked 830S and the hallmark for Elvik, E in a cloud, on the back. In fine condition, has some tarnish. Lots of movement. Reminds us of stylized Solje wedding jewelry.

A vintage modernist sterling silver saucer shaped ring by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulti Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek Mid Century Modern design with a wide band and large disk with central dome. Top measures about 1 1/4" across. Measures about a size 7 but can be adjusted up or down. In very nice condition with minor tarnish, some minor surface scratches and a tiny bit of roughness near the edge. Marked with the Anvil and 925S. Also has Swedish import marks...