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A sterling silver pair of pierced earrings and a matching bangle bracelet by noted modernist jeweler and sculptor, Russell Secrest. Post earrings measure about 1/2" across. The heavy solid sterling bangle bracelet measures about 7 1/2" around the inside and 3/8" wide. Marked Secrest sterling on the back of each earring and inside the bracelet. Nice contrast of dark and light. Striking 3 dimensional design. We will sell the earrings and bracelet individually or as a set.

An amazing sterling silver modernist heavy cuff bracelet adorned with two crescent shaped Mother of Pearl cabochons by the renown Israeli jeweler, Rachel Gera. Measures 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1". This cuff is rigid and has no give. The cabochons were intentionally set off center. Measures 7/8" wide. Signed on the back Handmade, Israel, Gera and 925. Fine condition. It is a little out of round. Heavy and substantial. Better for a smaller wrist. Wonderful piece of modernist jewelry.

A well made modernist bracelet in sterling silver by Kultateollisuus, Ky of Turku Finland. Measures 7" around and 1/8" wide. Has a simple mid century design. Hook clasp. Marked with the flying hammer for the maker, Crown for Finland, 830H for sterling silver, and the marks for Turku and 1971. Nice condition, minor tarnish. Lays nicely on the wrist.

A Vintage Modernist abstract clamper cuff bracelet made of Sterling Silver signed Zagal Tasco. Measures approximately 7" around and 1 7/8" at the widest. Marked Zagal, Tasco, Hecho en Mexico, and Sterling on the inside. Marked with eagle #3 also. In very fine condition. Some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Heavy and well made. Spring is tight. Great organic design.

An early Mexican silver repousse bracelet in the style of Matilde Poulat with doves and roses. Measures 7" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. Marked Silver, Made in Mexico. In very nice condition with a some minor tarnish. Box clasp snaps closed and holds securely. Great early design.

A finely crafted sterling silver bracelet with links of leaves and berries by Kurt Erik Christoffersen for International Silver. Marked on the back of the clasp with Sterling, the conjoined KEC for the maker and IS for International Silver. Measures about 7 1/2" long and 1" across. Has a spring clasp that holds securely and a safety chain. In fine condition. Nice weight and quality.

A sterling silver modernist bangle bracelet by noted Mid Century jeweler, Caroline Gleick Rosene. This bracelet is textured on some surfaces and smooth on others for an interesting contrasting effect. Marked Sterling Rosene on the inside. The mark is partially struck. Measures approximately 8" around. The bangle is easy to put on because of the oval shape. Great example of Mid Century studio jewelry.

An unusual large copper, brass and ceramic cuff bracelet from Casa Maya. Depicts a man reclining. His body is outlined in brass and filled in with various shades of green enamel. His head is made from some kind of pottery or ceramic and held in place with a brass headband. Measures about 6" around with an opening of 1 1/4" and 2 3/8" tall. In nice condition, a few tiny areas of missing enamel and the man has a chip on his nose. Looks like the chip has been there awhile because if is the sa...

A wonderful early Mexican sterling silver hand made bracelet in a floral design with eight amethyst cabochons. Hook closure. Marked Sterling Taxco. Measures 7 3/4" long and 1 " at the widest. Two of the stones have some small flakes. Well crafted, warm patina. Pre eagle.

A striking Mexican silver link bracelet in a bold Art Deco style. Five carved onyx masks alternate between silver narrow connectors. Thick hook clasp that holds tightly. Measures 7" long and 1" wide. Marked Silver Made in Mexico. Probably Pre Eagle. Great design. Looks wonderful on.

A vintage modernist hand made silver bracelet. Textured squares connected by smooth links. Hook closure. Measures 7 1/2" long and 1 1/4" wide. Probably sterling, but unmarked. Nice weight. Great movement.

A vintage modernist heavy sterling silver bracelet by Antonio Pineda, Taxco in the Zig Zag design. Thick sterling links. Measures 6 1/2" around and 1 1/2" wide. Marked with the Antonio crown, ZZ 645, Silver, 970, Sterling Mexico and an Early Eagle 17 mark. Has a box clasp that snaps securely and a safety chain. Sterling has some minor scratches and a little tarnish. Wonderful and rare.

A very heavy sterling silver, turquoise and wood cuff signed Durkee, probably Navajo silversmith Paul Durkee. We have not been able to find out much information about him, just found a few items made and signed in a similar fashion. This well crafted cuff bracelet measures 5 1/4" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 1 3/8" at the widest. Very unique style of turquoise work. Signed on the inside, DURKEE. In fine condition.

A modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet with a sterling wire overlay. Marked Sterling and 'the silversmith', which has been associated with mid century jeweler Ella Cone, who had The Silversmiths' shop in Boston. Measures approximately 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures about 1 7/8" at the widest. Has some tarnish and surface scratches. Nice contrast between the oxidized and polished silver. Fine example of Mid Century Modernist studio jewelry. Looks great on!

A vintage sterling silver bangle bracelet by American Modernist jeweler, Ronald Hayes Pearson. Heavy and solid, this bracelet measures 7 3/4" around the inside and weighs 37 grams. Signed R.H. Pearson Sterling. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches. Very cool mid century design.

A vintage modernist sterling silver bracelet by Taxco artisan, Erika Hult de Corral in a zig zag pattern. Marked Ric, Taxco SA, Sterling, Hecho en Mexico, Eagle #3 and 925. Measures 6 7/8" around and 2 1/4" at the highest. Has some very minor surface scratches. Clasp snaps securely. There is a safety hook for extra security. Nice weight, heavy and solid. Great modernist design!

A large copper and brass bracelet with alternating hammered and smooth panels from Casa Maya in Mexico. Measures about 7 1/2" long and 2 3/4" at the widest. In very nice condition, has some minor tarnish. Has a box clasp that snaps tightly. Signed Maya Mexico, and style # 237. Looks striking on! Very substantial.

A Danish modernist sterling silver boomerang bracelet signed Ulrich, in script, Handmade, and Sterling Silver. Measures 7 1/2" not including the toggle. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish. Nicely constructed, very comfortable to wear.