Sterling Crystal Art Deco Moderne Earrings JC You are bidding on a dazzling, yet subtle pair of vintage mid 20th century earrings in an art deco or art moderne style. The screw backs are marked "STERLING" silver on the back, and each earring is a tad under 1" wide and 7/8" high.

Each of these little lovelies are comprised of 4 cut crystal stones hand set and held in with 4 prongs each with an open back. They are oval faceted shapes and are probably Austrian crystal in origin...they are very briliant and clear...full of light. The mountings are heavy and secure...not heavy on the ear, just substantial and not flimsy.

In excellent condition,the stones are free of damage or chipping or repairs, and the set are in functional condition. I've left the oxidized patina to be enjoyed as is or polished as desired. This would make an excellent compliment to that art deco crystal choker or necklace you have!

PLEASE bear in mind that these were hard to photograph and they just don't show the nice detail after the flash went off...They are SOOO much better in person!
Size: a tad under 1" wide and 7/8" high
 

WAY COOL SILVER MOD or INDIAN DESIGN BROOCH PENDANT Measures about 2 1/4" by 1 5/8", unmarked but I'm 99% sure it's sterling silver. Can be worn as a brooch or added to a chain and worn as a necklace. Very cool funky openwork design. Appears to be a one of a kind artist made piece. No damage or repair; sold unpolished.
 

LOVELY HEAVY STERLING VINTAGE FLORAL BROOCH Weighs an impressive 22 grams, stamped sterling, aprx 3.5" by 2.25", nice heavy sterling silver figural florarl flower brooch, some sort of lily perhaps? Great condition, lovely unpolished warm patina, amazing detail, no damage or repair.
 

NICE VINTAGE TREMBLER EN TREMBLANT FLORAL FLOWER BROOCH Approx 3" by 1.5", vintage 1930s-40s large retro modern rose gold tone metal based flower floral figural trembler or "en tremblant" brooch. Unmarked, fine quality, clear rhinestones on the body of the flower with little trembling movable stamens made of ruby red baguettes. Stones appear to be intact, though a couple of the clear stones have darkened over time. Appears to be a hand assembled piece, good vintage condition, rare piece. Sale price!
 

RARE VINTAGE STERLING SILVER NAPIER MASK FUR CLIPS Splendid rare pair of signed Napier Sterling silver figural mask fur clips, each one about 1 1/4" by 7/8". Mint condition, excellent aged patina, circa 1940s or so. Striking mask motif. Rare rare rare! These weigh nearly one OUNCE!
 

HANDMADE WILD MOD MODERNIST ABSTRACT MOSS AGATE BROOCH Fabulous Eames era Scandanavian style retro moderne brooch. Measures about 2 1/2" by 1". Looks to be a one-of-a-kind artist made pin dating to the mid century. Unmarked but guaranteed to be sterling silver. In the center is an oblong natural stone that looks to be moss agate. MUCH better in person! Excellent condition, no damage or repairs, looks to be original.
 

STUNNING COBALT ENAMEL FIGURAL NORWAY STERLING BROOCH Silver w a gold wash, vermeill, vintage brooch, apprx 2 3/4" by 2". Striking design, stamped 925S sterling silver, Made in Norway. Lovely Scandinavian Norwegian piece.

Not perfect, some crazing in the enamel and a little place where it appears to have been professionally repaired. Also, the safety bar is missing from the clasp.

Despite its imperfections, it looks pretty darn perfect when worn, taking much scrutiny to see the damage. Also, it stays shut nicely without the safety and it could be fixed if desired.

All in all a nice modernist era piece for a fraction of the $100-$150 pricetag if perfect.
 

ANTIQUE GOLD FILLED LOVE KNOT VICTORIAN BANGLE BRACELET Apprx 7" circumference, adjustable for a small-medium wrist. Circa early 1900s, possibly Edwardian era, late Victorian, Yellow gold filled metal, though there is a slight pink cast to it, apprx 7/8" wide at the widest point.

Unusual style, with a variation of a love knot or bow design, lovely embossed floral design all around the bracelet.

Shows wear consistent with its age, but in overall good vintage condition, minimal wear to the metal, functional and lovely!
 

VINTAGE MODERNIST BEAU STERLING BOOMERANG BROOCH Circa 1950s, stamped Beau Sterling Silver, figural boomerang, apprx 2 5/8" by 2".

Front has some surfact scratches as illustrated. Still wears beautifully and has a great retro modern modernist Eames era appeal.

Sale priced due to imperfections.
 

EXTRA FINE RETRO GOLD FILLED RHINESTONE SPRAY BROOCH Circa 1930s-50s, stamped gold filled, apprx 2 3/8" by 1 1/2", amazing design, can be worn as a pendant or brooch. Colored stones are opened back, made like a piece of fine jewelry, mint condition.
 

VINTAGE RETRO STERLING PINK PURPLE STARBURST BROOCH One of the nicest pieces of art deco inspired art moderne or retro era jewelry I've had in quite sometime, this impressive brooch or large pin dates to the 1930s or 40s and measures an ample 2 1/4" in diameter.

The heavy brooch is stamped "STERLING" silver on the back and was purchased with the Pennino demi parure found if you click to my other auctions. It's a fabulous starburst or sunburst design with a somewhat worn gold wash or vermeill.

Perhaps a piece of early Trifari? Unsure, but it is a fine quality piece with two part construction as is illustrated in my photos. Three secure rivets hold the center piece to the back piece. It has a circle in the center that's opne with a row of deep amethyst navettes or marquise paste glass stones encircling it. The outer ring is the burst design with pink faceted crystal or paste stones, and all the stones are openbacked like fine jewelry. At the edge of the brooch are clear rhinestones.


In good condition, the brooch is lovely as it is. However, there are two small apologies to be made. One, it has one clear stone and one purple stone missing, and two, as mentioned, the vermeill is slightly worn. The stones should be relatively easy to replce if desired, and the finish is fine and very pretty as it is.

Heavy and lovely, this would be terrific on a coat or blazer this Fall and Winter. In a boutique or high couture shop, this calibre of jewelry would sell for $250 to $500!
 

VINTAGE STERLING SILVER MODENIST BEAU KITTY BROOCH Straight from my private feline collection exclusively to the internet comes this terrific Art Moderne kitty. Dating back to the 1950s, the pin measures approximately 1 1/2" high.

The little kitty is just screaming, or should I say "Meowing" of the retro fifties. Sleekly styled as an abstract feline, the piece is stamped "BEAU STERLING", The cat has a nice florentine finish face with a wirery body and tail attached.

In excellent condition, this treasure is all original and ready to wear by itself or in a grouping with your favorite outfit's jacket lapel or cap.
 

VINTAGE BEAU STERLING RETRO MODERNIST CAT KITTY BROOCH Straight from my private feline collection exclusively to the internet comes this terrific Art Moderne kitty. Dating back to the 1950s, the pin measures approximately 2 1/4" high including his wavy, somewhat aloof tail.

The little kitty is just screaming, or should I say "Meowing" of the retro fifties. Sleekly styled as an abstract feline, the piece is stamped "BEAU STERLING", The cat has a nice florentine finish and is seen from his rear view.

In nice condition, this treasure is all original, though it does have some wear to the finish. It shows great, however, and I would leave it just as it is. Surely a welcomed addition to the most advanced of collections, why not add this one to yours today?
 

VINTAGE GOLD FILLED VAN DELL PEARL CALLA LILY BROOCH Superb retro modern style, stamped gold filled by Van Dell Co, circa 1940s-50s, genuine cultured pearls, figural brooch. Apprx 4" wide, excellent condition.
 

VINTAGE DECO RETRO LINK CHROME CHOKER NECKLACE Apprx 15.5" long and 5/8" wide, art deco retro style, criss cross links, silvertone or chrome metal, well made, choker necklace, circa 1940s or so.
Wonderful look, good condition.
 

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RETRO LARGE GREEN STONE SILVERTONE RING Apprx size 6, white metal setting (white gold filled?), did not test out to be sterling silver, circa 1950s or so, unusual style with a large oval cabachon faux jade stone. Ring measures over an inch by nearly 7/8" wide.

Ring is from my private stash, inside of shank is marked but I cannot make it out, looks kind of like "KE..?"

Superb condition, no damage or repair, metal is shiny and stone is free from any cracks or chips. Very nice ring that makes a statement.
 

VINTAGE RETRO MODERNIST RENOIR COPPER CLIP ON EARRINGS Awesome mid century retro modernist design, circa 1950s or so, copper, signed RENOIR, approx. 7/8"by 7/8", heavy design, clip ons. Superb stylized design, very good vintage condition.
 

UNUSUAL VINTAGE BRASS SHIELD BROOCH w 3D FIGURAL JESTER CASTLE! Sold AS IS, AS FOUND. Approx 2 5/8" by 2", shield shaped, brass type metal, circa 1950s or so. Very cool and unusual, has a jester type figure in 3D detail in a castle like building.

PINBACK IS GONE.

Sold as I found it with some patina and no back. VERY COOL. Priced accordingly. Would be $50 or so if perfect.
 

VINTAGE GOLD FILLED AGATE GEMSTONE CARVED SCARAB BRACELET Signed stamped gold filled link bracelet, genuine real agate semi precious gemstones, hand carved figural scarabs, nearly 7 3/4" long total, circa 1950s-60s, estate purchase in Atlanta, 8 oval scarabs in all including carnelian (cornelian), green agate, tiger's eye, rhodochrosite, quartz, and others. Each carving is about 1/4" long. Very good vintage condition, no damage or repair, easily shortened or lengthened by adding or subtracting links, to adjust for buyer..will fit an average to slightly larger woman's wrist. VERY NICE!
 

HUGE PURPLE JEWEL MOD RING STERLING by REGINA Splendid size 7 1/2 artist signed vintage mid century mod ring, circa 1940s or 50s, retro design. HUGE purple amethyst colored glass crystal stone held in with four prongs, thick shank approx. 5.9 mm wide. Signed "REGINA STERLING". Stone is a deep purple hue and measures about 24.1 mm across and 15.1 mm high.

The impressive ring is extremely well made with sturdy construction. The gorgeous stone is round and heavily faceted with a high table...ahhh, if only it was a genuine gemstone!

In excellent condition, the ring shows gentle wear, but no damage or repair. Very minor scratches can only been seen if searched for, otherwise perfect. The stone does move inside the setting, but it appears that is the way it was made. Other than a cleaning, it's in near mint condition and is a unique designer piece. If you know anything about REGINA STERLING silver jewelry, please let me know!