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A massive sterling silver modernist bracelet with a hinged closure by Jondell, Mexico. Measures 7" around the inside. The top measures 2" across, and 2 1/4" wide. Has a snap in closure and safety clasp that holds securely. Marked Jondell, Mexico and 925. In fine condition, heavy and substantial. Really makes a statement.

A vintage modernist sterling silver heavy chain choker necklace designed by Marianne Berg for UNI David Andersen, Norway.

Measures 15 3/4" long. Thick sterling, very substantial. Signed UNI D-A 925S M. B.

This necklace came with another UNI D-A necklace that was also marked Hand Made. This necklace is made the same way, but is missing the Hand Made stamp.

In very nice condition, has just a little tarnish and minor surface scratches. Circa 1970s. Hook closure holds securely.

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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. This ...

A rare brooch and earrings set by noted Sausalito Mid 20th century jeweler, Loyola Fourtane. She and her husband were jewelers and artists and worked from their houseboat in Sausalito, California from the 1930's -50's.

This set is made of sterling silver with copper and brass embellishments and what look like carnelian cabochons.

Brooch measures 2 1/2" across and 2 1/4" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Etched on the back 'Loyola Fourtane, SS Lassen, (which was the name o...

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!

An abstract sterling silver brooch and or matching pendant with neckring by Modernist NYC Silversmith, Henry Steig. They have a folded three dimensional design with a pearl.

Brooch measures just under 2" long and 3/8" at the widest. Rollover clasp holds securely. There is a little wear to the top surface of the pearl but you have to use a loupe to see it.

The matching pendant measures 1 3/8" long and 1/4" at the widest. Has some tarnish. Both pieces are signed on the back Steig Sterli...

An interesting modernist brooch of a stylized Shaman in thick sterling silver. Measures 3 1/8" tall and 2" across. Nice contrast between the darkened silver and the raised shiny edges. Rollover safety clasp holds securely. Has a little tarnish and minor wear to the blackened color. Well crafted.

A vintage modernist sterling silver rare buckle by Hans Hansen, Denmark.

Measures about 2 1/4" across and 1 3/8" tall. Marked with the fancier HaH, and 925S. Mark dates from 1937-47. Also inscribed on the back with the date 23-5-41. In fine condition with a warm patina, very minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.

Well crafted. Have not seen another example like this.

An amazing modernist large sterling silver pendant with a 28" chain by Jens Peter Clausen Gudjonsson of Iceland. Signed JENS Handmade Iceland and 925S. Pendant measures about 3 5/8" long and 3" across at the widest. Thick sterling. Really stands out! Great example of Scandinavian modernist design.

A bold, modernist solid sterling silver ring by the noted Danish jewelry designer, Jens Asby. Measures between a 6.5 and 7. Front measures 5/8" wide and 1" across. Marked with the JA in a shield, Denmark, Hand Made and 925S. Has a few minor dings and surface scratches. Feels like you are wearing something special when you have it on! Great design.

A modernist sterling silver ring by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, with an erotic theme. Depicts two hands holding breasts.

Measures about a 5 1/2. Face of ring measures 7/8" long and 1/2" across. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark and sterling. Has some minor surface scratches, some wear to the surface and tarnish. Heavy sterling.

Great MCM design. Haven't seen this design before. Sam Kramer's designs are highly collectible and rare.

A vintage MCM plaque by the Talleres Monasticos Monks who signed their work EMAUS.

This stylized cross is sterling silver with what looks like brass and copper on a block of dark stained wood. Measures 4 7/8" square and 1" thick. Has a cut out in the back to hang it. Has the EMAUS 925 sterling plaque with Eagle #217 on the back. Has tarnish and a little wear to the corners.

Classic mid century modernist design.

A rare sterling silver and caged raw purple stone brooch by noted jeweler, Arthur King. Probably amethyst. Marked on the back, Sterling King. Measures 2 1/8" across and 2 1/8" tall. There is a light gold wash on the silver. Has a rolling safety clasp that holds tightly. There is a small area on the edge of the stone that is a little rough, may be original. Classic Arthur King design.

An unusual pendant by the noted modernist jeweler, Paul Lobel. This pendant, made of sterling with an amber insert, can be worn on either side for 2 different looks. One side has an off center triangular cut out and the other side uses beveled prongs to hold the amber in place. You can see lots of marbling when it is held up to the light. Signed on the bottom, LOBEL, Sterling. Even the bale is curved differently on the front and back. Measures 1" across and 1 1/2" high including the bale. Al...

An organic mid century modern brooch by the American studio jeweler, Paul Miller. Looks like a flock of birds in flight.

This brooch, executed in sterling silver measures 2 1/4" across and 1 3/4" high. Marked Sterling, Paul Miller on the back. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Has a little tarnish and a few minor surface scratches.

Very fine example MCM studio jewelry.

An amazing sterling silver Cuff Bracelet by the well known Arizona modernist silversmith, H. Fred Skaggs. Has one huge central oval greenish-black cabochon surrounded by thick sterling curls.

Measures about 5 1/2" around with an opening of 1 1/2". Can be adjusted slightly. Cabochon measures 3 3/8" long and 2" wide. The bracelet has tarnish, we will leave the decision to polish or not up to the new owner.

Signed Sterling Hand Made H. Fred Skaggs. A very substantial piece, weighs ab...

A vintage hand wrought brooch of lightly hammered sterling silver with a pearl bead by MCM studio jeweler, Toni Catanzaro. Looks like an abstract bird. Measures 2 1/2" across and 1 3/4" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Marked Toni Catanzaro on the back. You can see the light hammering on the flattened surfaces. Has some tarnish and light surface scratches. Fine example of her work.

A vintage modernist sterling silver bracelet by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulta Oy, Turku Finland. A geometric design with rock crystals and spectrolite stones. Measures about 7" around. The central design measures 1 1/2" across and 2 1/2" long. Hook closure. In very nice condition with minor tarnish. Marked with the Anvil, Finland and 925S, the mark for Turku and Q7 for 1969. Great example of Scandinavian modernist jewelry.