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A vintage kinetic, sculptural lightly hand hammered brass pendant similar to the work of Harry Bertoia.

Features four concentric circles with random openings and a matching hammered brass hook closure. Pendant measures 2 1/2" long and 1 3/4" across. Chain measures 21" long.

In fine condition with a little tarnish. Lots of movement.

A modernist hand made pendant in bronze or brass with a yellow gemstone held in place by exaggerated prongs. Hammered brass link chain. Hook closure. Pendant measures 3 1/2" long and 1 1/2" across. Chain measures 24" long. Well made, bold design.

A mid century modernist sterling silver pendant or brooch in the style of Paul Lobel. Pendant measures 2 1/4" long and 7/8" at the widest. Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. Has a large bale so will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. We have paired it with a sterling silver neck ring marked Mexico, 925, TC-188. Measures 16 1/2" around and closes securely with a hook clasp. Pendant is well constructed of thick sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. N...

A delicate sterling silver neck ring with three cascading clear blue orbs by Bent Knudsen, Denmark. Marked Sterling, Denmark, and Bent K near the hook closure.

Measures 16" around. The longest drop falls 2 1/2". Fine condition, has a little tarnish. We did not polish it.

Very Mid Century.

A vintage three dimensional large sterling silver pendant by Modernist Jeweler, Russell Secrest.

This pendant, which measures 2 1/4" in diameter and 2 3/8" high, has an organic contrasting polished and darkened design. Made from thick silver. The 24" long chain has alternating long and round links and is marked Sterling on the spring clasp. Each half of the chain comes together at the bale. Pendant is marked Secrest Sterling.

Fine example of his work.

A vintage pendant or brooch in sterling silver by Miguel, designed by Jose Luis Flores of Taxco, Mexico. Flores also worked with Hector Aguilar and Emma. Has a stylized Frog on the front. Measures 2 3/4" long including the large bale and 1 7/8" across. Rollover safety clasp holds securely. Marked on the back Sterling, JLF, Taxco, Miguel, and style #1049. Has some tarnish. Pre Eagle. Fun Mid Century design.

A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulti Oy, Turku Finland. Has a three dimensional Shadowbox design with three curved links.

Measures about 3 1/8" long including the bale and 7/8" across.

Marked with the Anvil, and 925S and Finland on the back. Also looks like there is a stamp 'S1B' which we don't know the reference to. Has some very minor surface scratches. Has a larger bale so could be worn on a chain or neck ring.

Fine example of Kauppi'...

A modernist cast sterling silver pendant in a 'pitchfork' design by noted Mid Century silversmith Christian Schmidt, (1926-1974). Signed with his stylized 'S' hallmark and Sterling. Measures 2 3/8" long and 7/8" across. Three dimensional curved design. Interesting contrast of dark textured patina on the sides and polished surfaces on the top. Would look great on either an neck ring or chain.

A vintage modernist silver necklace with three large charms suspended from a rectangular bar by the master sculptor and artist from Ecuador, Oswaldo Guayasamin.

The central pendant measures 4" across with the charms hanging 2". The chain measures 20" long and slides over the head. The center charm is marked with the stylized Guayasamin on the back. The charms are heavy and solid. Fine condition. There are minor scratches to the rectangular bar.

Interesting piece.

An interesting pendant- a taxidermy eye set in 14K gold. Pendant measures 1" long and 5/8" at the widest. Marked 585 for the gold and what looks like 31. Currently suspended on a gold colored intricate chain that measures 20" long and has a secure spring closure. Looks very hand made. Fun mid century modernist 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. There is a little wear to the e...

An amazing piece of mid century modernist hand wrought jewelry. This copper pendant measures 5 1/4" long and 1 7/8" across. The braided leather thong measures about 19" long and closes with a sterling spring clasp. The pendant is signed with an impressed fleur de lis hallmark on the back. Great hammering. There is some tarnish. Fine contrasting of textures, interesting design.

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 vintage hand wrought sterling silver necklace comprised of linked leaves and scrolls. Measures 14 1/2" long, could be lengthened with an extender. Hook closure. The leaves meet in the middle and go in opposite directions. Well made. Lays nicely on the neck.

A vintage sterling silver necklace and matching screw back earrings in the style of Kalo. Necklace measures 16" long and closes with a secure hook. Earrings measure 5/8" across and are marked sterling. Screw backs hold securely. Very detailed work. Lovely example in an arts and crafts classic design.

A vintage sterling silver large cross with a Bark-like texture by noted jewelry company, Uno A Erre from Arezzo, Italy. Looks like two crossed tree trunks. Measures 4 1/4" long and 2 1/4" across. Marked 925, Uno A Erre, and Italy on the back. Has a large bale so would accommodate a thick neck ring or chain. In fine condition. Unusual design.

A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulti Oy, Turku Finland. A sleek simple design with a long bale and green art glass cabochon. Measures about 1 1/2" long and 3/4" across. In very nice condition with minor tarnish. Marked with the Anvil, Finland and 925S. Great example of Scandinavian modernist jewelry.

A pendant of hand hammered sterling silver with a central reddish brown cabochon signed Straub Sterling. Measures 1 1/2" square. Cabochon may be a semiprecious stone or art glass. Very nicely made. Delicate design.