Vintage Guglielmo CINI Sterling Rococo Bar Pin with Chrysoprase Cabochon This vintage signed CINI sterling pin has intricate pierced Rococo style scrolls and florals surrounding a large glowing green chrysoprase cabochon jewel. The pin measures 2 5/8" long by 5/8" wide and 7/16" deep. Arabesque leafy curls cast in solid silver flow around small flowers in designs that look like they could have been taken directly from an ornate iron garden gate.

The oval chrysoprase cabochon is bezel-set and rimmed with a wire-twist band. The reverse is signed "CINI" and the pin has a safety clasp. I have left the patina as found as collectors prefer this in older pieces. The condition is wonderful.

Guglielmo Cini was a master jeweler who first learned his art in Florence, Italy, before immigrating to Boston in 1922 and then Laguna Beach, California. The Cini name has always been synonymous with the finest hand-crafted, heirloom-quality silver jewelry.

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Huge 1940's CINER Retro Sterling Silver & Simulated Amethyst Ring The Retro styling, the durable sterling silver setting, and the massive amethyst glass stone—just the color and clarity you’d want in a real gem—make this vintage CINER ring a stand-out. CINER is a name that has been associated with fine jewelry since 1892 and this 1940’s ring is an example of their "costume" line that has kept the name ultra collectible to this day.

The rounded rectangular or modified Ceylon cut stone is 7/8" or 22mm high by 11/16" or 18mm wide and has a deep basket setting with protective prongs on each corner. The band is size 7 and is signed "CINER" and "Sterling."

The condition is wonderful with only light surface wear to the silver. The glass jewel is in superb condition. And it’s truly a substantial stone that can been seen from across the room—perhaps across a ballroom! I see no reason to tell anyone it is not "real" if they ask—it is real CINER and real quality jewelry, after all!

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ART DECO 1920's CZECHOSLOVAKIA Faceted Blue Glass Drop Earrings Czechoslovakia glass and rhinestones will dazzle your admirers in these period Art Deco drop earrings. Each earring is 1 ¾" long and 1/2" wide. The transparent cornflower blue facetted octagonal stones are bezel-set in mountings that have pierced sides to allow light to pass through and enhance the color. The upright bars taper in at the top; they hold two crystal rhinestones; the top one is bezel-set. At the top are bezel-set rhinestones on the front of a screw findings; they are signed "Czecho*Slov" around the round thumb pieces.

The rhinestones are sparkling; the bezel-set ones appear darker than the lower ones on the tapered bar. The blue stones are in wonderful condition with no chips or scratches. The articulated design and longer size add elegance to these Flapper era pendant drop earrings which will undoubtedly always be stylish.

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Vintage REPOUSSE Sterling Roses, Fruits, Morning Glories & Wheat Hinged Bangle This vintage sterling silver hinged bangle is a rich bounty of repousse’ roses and fruits all around. The bangle is 3/8" wide and has an inner diameter across the width of 2 9/16"; it’s oval in form so it conforms to the normal shape of the wrist. The deeply defined harvest includes wheat, grapes, tomatoes, peaches, morning glories, wildflowers, roses, and others I can’t identify, can you?

The hinged is the push clasp style with a safety chain for added security. The clasp has two tiny hallmarks on it and the bangle does test as sterling purity; this is probably a European piece. It is in very fine condition and has a good, strong structure. The combined depth of the embossing and the patina enhance the design of the foliage and fruit.
 

1920's ART DECO Marcasite Pave' & Sterling Pendant Rose Bar Pin Lots of sparkle, some romance from a pave’ rose, and a swing and sway motion give this 1920’s Art Deco pendant bar pin personality plus. The overall dimensions are 1 ¾" high by 1 3/8" wide. The open diamond bar outlined in larger marcasites connects to two vertical bars, jointed above and below which, in turn, connect to a tiered oval entirely set on each level with tiny facetted marcasites. On the fourth, highest tier is a domed full-bloom rose with pierced details.

The back of the bar has a safety clasp pin and is stamped "Sterling" as is the center of the pendant under the rose. This period Deco double brooch is in wonderful condition.

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TRIFARI 1950 Amethyst Marquises Rhinestones Leaf Pendant Necklace This Trifari pendant has a rich center of amethyst marquises foiled stones set in a heavily gold-plated leaf design with a strong Retro feel--natural, as it was patented in 1950. The pendant is 1 ¾" high and 1 3/8" wide. Four crystal chatons sparkle in random locations on the airy leaf.

The fox tail chain is 15 7/8" long and has a fold-over clasp stamped "Trifari, Pat. Pend." indicating it was made prior to the actual patent being approved on October 10, 1950. This finely made Trifari faux jeweled pendant is in wonderful condition.

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KENNETH JAY LANE 1982 Sophisticated Lady Faux Lapis & Ram Heads Necklace Always inspired by the best in genuine jewels, Kenneth Jay Lane has captured the look of fine lapis and gold in this double strand clasped with gold-plated rams heads set with rhinestones and simulated emeralds. The longer strand of resin beads is 32 ¼" and the shorter is 30". The 10mm beads are a lustrous navy blue with tiny light flecks to simulate lapis; they are interspersed with gold-plated melon-lobed spacers.

The brilliant ram heads face each other and are set with crystal chatons on the horns and emerald chatons on the eyes. The hinged clasp on the underside is invisible so you can place the rams on the side of the bodice for an elegant decorative effect. The length of the beads may also allow you to double them for a choker effect based on your neck size.

The "K.J.L. for Avon" signature plaque is on the clasp. This necklace was part of a 1982 line called set was called "Sophisticated Lady" and is in excellent condition.

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Vintage Peacock Blue AB Rhinestone Flower Cluster Drop Pierced Earrings These vintage prong-set rhinestone earrings are a delightful deviation from the usual clustered clip styles as they have the elegance of a drop with the lightness of a slim pierced wire. Each flower shape is a ½" high cluster of bright peacock blue rhinestones with golden AB highlights. The gold-plated cup mountings are securely riveted along with a slim clasped pierced wire.

These would be a perfect, elegant complement to Sherman or Weiss bangles or brooches and other fine costume pieces for those who prefer a switch from the large clip on styles. The earrings are in very fine condition with a lovely play of blue, green, and purple color and golden sparkle.

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Old Stock LEA STEIN Paris Stretch Limousine Pin with Original Paper Label "Chauffeur, please ready the limousine for our soiree’," may be the words you’d utter were you lucky enough to own a real version of this Lea Stein stretch limousine pin. The vintage laminated cellulose acetate model shown here is made of luminous gray pearl with opaque black running boards and fenders and bombe’ wheels in tones of gray, black and white. The limo is 2 3 /4" long and 7/8" high. The windows are open and the door and "speed lines" are impressed into the molded body.

The safety clasp pin is permanently affixed and is embossed "Lea Stein, Paris." The original paper "Made in France" label is attached too. This vintage vehicle is old stock in excellent, unworn condition.

Ms. Stein’s style has become instantly recognizable since the late 1960’s when she first heat-laminated cellulose acetate in layers of color to create simple yet graphically strong jewelry with a strong Art Deco flavor. These old-stock designs are no longer produced so their availability shrinks each year thus a special find like this is always to be appreciated.

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1920's ART DECO Chrysoprase & Marcasite Sterling Set Ring This period 1920s Art Deco ring is made of cast sterling silver bead-set with faceted marcasites and featuring a large chrysoprase cabochon. The ring’s face is 1 1/16" high and ¾" wide. The setting’s depth is 9/32" including the deep decorated back which not only provides a smooth, curved and comfortable surface for your finger but also allows more light to pass through the gemstone.

The chrysoprase has an even medium forest green hue and is translucent and measures just under ¾" high. The ring band is size 5 and is stamped "Sterling" on the inside. The condition is wonderful on this authentic Art Deco ring and the size is certainly noteworthy. If you, too, are a Deco devotee, you’ll enjoy this one!

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1940's Summer Chic Dyed Seashells & Plastic Leaves Adj. Necklace This vintage shell and leaves necklace is the very essence of carefree, warm-weather living! The dyed shells of rosy pink, butter yellow, sea blue, and natural ivory measure up to 1" in length. All are speckled with gray for just a touch of drama. They are interwoven with transparent green plastic leaves that look just like Venetian glass. The shells and leaves are strung on two light green rayon cords which can be knotted at a length of anything up to 33". The necklace, probably from the 1940’s or early 1950s, is in excellent condition. With one tie of a bow, you are at once chic and instantly cool on even the hottest day!

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Superb Mid-Century Mexican LOS BALLESTEROS Sterling & Abalone Hinged Cuff This outstanding mid-century Los Ballesteros Mexican sterling silver hinged cuff bracelet is precisely inlaid with scores of tiles of prismatic abalone shell which highlight the intricate scrolled design to perfection. The bracelet is 3 1/8" high at the front and tapers to 1" at the back hinge. The cuff can be worn with a slight overlap of the front panels or with a space between them; it comfortably adjusts to the wearer. With the scrolls at front just touching, the inner diameter is 7".

The condition is superb with no missing abalone and no dents. On the hinge are the hallmark of the studio with "Talleres de Los Ballesteros" (the text after that appears to be: Liguala Cro") and the "Hecho en Mexico 925" stamp. The cuff retains some oxidation on the interior; I will let the new owner choose to polish or not. Adorned with this cuff, your arm becomes the focal point and this silver masterwork underscores your impeccable taste. And the impact is impressive!

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CZECHO 1920's Art Deco Foiled Glass Skyscraper Step-Cut Necklace & Bracelet SET I gasped when I saw this vintage Art Deco "skyscraper" necklace and bracelet—I’ve never found a matched pair of this Czechoslovakia geometric glass jewelry before! Both are in wonderful condition with no chips to the glass and no missing prongs, totally wearable and wonderful!

The necklace is 15 ½" long and ½" deep at the center. Nine faceted and foiled, step-cut emerald green glass tablets compose the center section; each is securely held by stamped, silver-plated trefoil prongs. The side sections have facetted baguette foiled glass panels held by pointed prongs. All the glass panels are supported by silver-plated brass metal backings.

The bracelet is 7 ¾"long and ½" wide and links the step-cut panels top-to-bottom continuously around the wrist. Again, each panel is securely backed with a metal plate.

There is some minor speckling on the foiling of some of the glass tablets as is typically found on pieces of this age; none of the glass tablets has any chips or breaks. (The dark spots you see on the middle of the side panels of the tablets on the necklace are reflections of the side trefoil prongs.) Silver plating is pretty good overall with the more worn spots on the reverse and the end rings themselves which are both stamped with a raised "CZECHOSLOV" using a backwards "S." The bracelet and necklace each have new silver-plated spring-ring clasps as the originals had lost their spring. Such period Art Deco pieces from Czechoslovakia are rarely found and in pairs, this is a double delight!

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VICTORIAN Etruscan Revival Grape Leaves & Paste 2-Color Gold Filled Double Locket This circa 1880 two-tone gold- filled double locket has an ornate lid decorated with leaves and a beautiful blue paste jewel rimmed with Etruscan Revival bead- and wire-work. The locket is 1 ½" not including the ring above nor the hanging bail; width is 1 1/8" and depth is 5/8".

The grape leaves have stippled surfaces and alternate rose or pink gold finish with yellow finish. In the center is a tanzanite lavender-blue color "grape" facetted prong-set crystal. These leaves lay on a bloomed gold surface surrounded by a raised, smooth rose gold border. The locket’s perimeter is an Etruscan Revival border of beaded wire scallops in yellow gold finish with rose gold raised circles. Such intricacy elevates the locket to a real artwork.

The side hinge opens 90 degrees. Both compartments have their original glass covers which are securely mounted in gold-filled frames, easily accessible thru notches in the bottom of the locket panels: no more chipped nails! I have not polished the locket, I prefer original patina in antique jewelry. Condition is very fine with no damage and only very light surface wear.

The period rolo link gold-filled or rolled gold chain is 24" with a spring-ring clasp and is in lovely condition.

This Victorian locket is truly beautiful and is worthy of being a family heirloom, any woman would be proud to wear this.

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Vintage Black Beauty Jet Glass Drop Stone Earrings, Japanned Settings Jet black glass stones are set in black japanned settings for ebony elegance in these vintage drop earrings. Each is 2" long and 5/8" wide. The earrings have larger round faceted stones at the top with pear shapes above and below; smaller rounds fill in the gaps with just enough open areas to allow the light to bounce around and reflect back to your admirers.

The cup settings are matte black, only a tiny bit of wear on the edges on the reverse. Clip on findings are firm yet comfy. These 1960’s midnight black beauties are in wonderful condition. If you need a coordinating black glass bead necklace, please see the West German one I have in my shop.

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