CAROLINE'S JEWELRY WITH A PAST
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William
Spratling Mid-Century
Modern
c. 1944-46 Sterling silver CUFFLINKS by William Spratling. Spratling was an American who moved to Mexico in the 1920's. His style and work is considered to be the pinnacle of the Taxco and Mexican schools of jewelry. He is considered a giant of 20th. century jewelry making. These Spratling designs are simple, yet powerful. The cufflinks feature a round cabochon cut amethyst, in a rub over bezel. The backs have a chain and round disc. The cufflinks are 17mm round, are handmade, and have the Spratling marks for 1944-1946.The "Spratling" mark is above the "sterling" mark. They are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00081 $375.00 |
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Mid-Century
Modern
c. 1950 Sterling silver CUFFLINKS in a checkerboard pattern. The links are silver inlaid with tortoise shell and abalone. These pieces are 7/8" square and feature a toggle back. They have a maker's mark of "PPG" and were made in Mexico. They are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00081 $150.00 |
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Ancient
& 20th. Century 14kt. yellow TIE TACK mounted with an ancient Egyptian scarab. An extraordinary piece, this Art Deco era (think the opening of King Tut's tomb) features an ancient Steatite scarab from the New Kingdom period (roughly 1650 BC -1085 BC). The ancient Egyptians maintained that the sun was propelled across the heavens by means of a scarab, or sacred beetle. With the passing of time, the Egyptians created a series of amulets in the form of this beetle in a great variety of materials, and these were routinely provided with inscriptions in hieroglyphs conveniently accommodated to their stylized flat bottoms. This scarab features a flat back surface with hieroglyphs. There is the standard rounded top which looks like a scarab beetle. There is a small hook for a safety chain which can be easily added. This piece is 7/8" X 5/8" and is in excellent condition Inventory #MS00040 $185.00 |
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20th. Century
James Avery Sterling silver TIE TACK in the form of a rampant lion, similar to the British coat of arms. This lion tack is by James Avery and is a retired piece from the 1980's and perfect for the collector. It is 3/4" tall and is in excellent condition Inventory #MS00041 $75.00 |
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Edwardian
c. 1910 10kt. yellow CUFFLINKS with a wonderful engine turned look. These pieces are 15 mm round, have a flat attached back and both sides are the same size and shape. These pieces have a rich gold color and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00079 $150.00 |
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Art
Nouveau Gorham c. 1900 Sterling silver CUFFLINKS with fabulous 2 color enamel of a Roman soldier. The enameling is in burnt sienna and various shadings of blue. The links feature the old Gorham mark. They have a toggle chain and the backs are nicely engraved. They are in very good condition Inventory #CK00002 $150.00 |
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Victorian
c. 1885 14Kt. rose gold and silver CUFFLINKS. These lovely oval links have a silver wire twist edging to add interest and are engraved "ROSE". They are 3/4" wide X 1/2" and have a single piece construction. They weigh 4.9 grams and have a San Francisco maker's mark for A. L. Ott. They are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00011 $185.00 |
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20th.
Century 14kt. yellow CUFFLINK frames with a genuine 1908 and 1914 Indian head coin with an incused design (formed by hammering, stamping or pressing into the gold in a recessed pattern). These coins are $5.00 gold pieces and 90% solid gold. They were some of the last coins minted for circulation before the U. S. went off the gold standard. The reverse is a majestic eagle. The coins are 22mm. round (prox) with a wire rope twisted frame which measures 25mm and the coins are bezel set.. They have a toggle (flip) back with a maker's mark and a patent design number. The total weight of the coins and cufflink bodies weigh 27.7 grams and the pieces are in excellent condition with the coins having some bag marks and scratches Inventory #CK00064 $1800.00 |
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20th.
Century Platinum topped 14kt. yellow gold TIE PIN mounted with a prong set, round diamond fit for a man of elegance. This piece features a 10 point, I1 clarity, H-I color diamond. The pin is in excellent condition Inventory #CK00064 $180.00 |
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20th.
Century Rolled gold BAR PIN or TIE CLIP featuring an Essex crystal of a duck taking off from water. the crystal sits on a riding crop. The back has a ribbed "bobby pin" type holder. The piece is 2" long and is very good condition Inventory #MS00035 $175.00 |
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20th.
Century 14kt. yellow gold TIE PIN mounted with a prong set, cushion cut color change andalusite. Pleochroic Andalusite is often mistaken for chrysoberyl, although the color change is from green to brown. The stone is 8mm X 8mm and weighs 1.25 carats (prox). The look of this piece is fabulous and would complement a wide range of colors. It is mounted in a high setting. The piece is in excellent condition Inventory #MS00039 $175.00 |
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20th.
Century 14kt. yellow gold TIE PIN in a classic, simple design. This piece features an oval and faceted, bezel set rhodolite garnet mounted in a gold frame. The stone is 10mm X 8mm or 2.75 carats (prox). The piece is in excellent condition Inventory #MS00038 $155.00 |
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Arts
& Crafts c. 1900 Brass with gold overlay CUFFLINKS featuring an oak leaf and acorn motif. The links are 3/4" X 5/8" and have a hammered background. The back of the piece has a unitized push through in a torpedo shape. The gold is worn and the brass is showing through, but otherwise they are in very good condition Inventory #CK00069 $35.00 |
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Victorian
c. 1880 Sterling silver CUFFLINKS with a stylized foliate or wave design. These pieces are 7/8" X 11/16" and are deeply embossed. The tops of these links are silver, but the underside and "button" are brass. They are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00070 $75.00 |
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Edwardian
c. 1910 14kt. yellow gold CUFFLINKS in an oval shape with smooth center and engine turned edges. The cufflinks have a gold shell and are by "SWC Co.". They have a paper clip back and are 3/4" X 1/2" and in good condition with some wear Inventory #CK00070 $75.00 |
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20th.
Century 14kt. yellow gold plate CUFFLINKS in an oval shape with a large rich colored amber cabochon. These links are 7/8" X 5/8", feature a toggle back and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00073 $85.00 |
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1950 Sterling silver CUFFLINKS featuring the head of a pug or Pekingese dog. The links are bold, dramatic and very 3-D and dome shaped. They measure 1" across and feature a flip toggle back. They have a patent design number dated from 1949 and are marked "Sterling". A bold look, they cufflinks have been hand finished, so vary slightly and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00068 $85.00 |
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1950 Rolled yellow gold CUFFLINKS with lucite cabochon faux rubies. These links are 1950's high chic by Krementz. They are toggle back and 9/16" round. These great fashion statements are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00065 $65.00 |
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Arts
& Crafts c. 1900 Yellow gold over brass CUFFLINKS with a hammered finished. The center of these links is an oval glass turquoise. The back is a unitized body. They are 7/8" X 1/2" and in good condition with wear to the gold, especially on the reverse Inventory #CK00074 $35.00 |
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Art
Deco c. 1930 Gold tone CUFFLINKS with a round faux mother of pearl inset. These links are all about looks, not reality. They are quintessential Art Deco styling, but are faux from top to bottom. They have a nice look and are very stylish and feature a faux diamond in the center, torpedo shaped toggle backs and are in good condition with some wear to the back Inventory #CK00076 $25.00 |
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Art
Deco c. 1930 Gold tone CUFFLINKS with a Scottish terrier motif. The center plaque is designed to look like an Essex crystal, but is a painted plaque. The are in good condition Inventory #CK00078 $35.00 |
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Victorian Gorham c. 1880 14Kt. yellow gold CUFFLINKS. These cufflinks feature a unitized body in a rounded square shape with clipped corners. There are elegant and highly stylized initials which are difficult to de-cipher. The plaque is 1/2" wide X 5/8" long and they have the early Gorham maker's marks for gold- the lion superimposed on the anchor. The pieces are in excellent condition and weigh 8.3 grams Inventory #CK00001 $425.00 |
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c. 1950 Rolled yellow gold CUFFLINKS with faux carnelian Roman intaglios. These links are by Krementz and are about 3/4" around and have a toggle back. The links are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00067 $65.00 |
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c. 1950 Rolled yellow gold CUFFLINKS with faux jade inserts. These cufflinks are by Krementz and typical of the quality they put in to their costume jewelry lines. They are toggle back and have faux jade inserts in the toggle ends. They are about 9/16" square and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00066 $65.00 |
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Art Deco c. 1930 Glass and white metal CUFFLINKS in a very modern style created in the 1930's. The glass is frosted and topped with onyx inserts. The white metal backs are in the typical closed "S" style and protrude through the top of the onyx creating a "Nipples of Venus" design. The pieces are 1/2" in OD and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00063 $65.00 |
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Art Deco c. 1920 Platinum topped & 18kt. yellow gold round CUFFLINKS. These extraordinary pieces have all the wealth of style you would expect in true Art Deco pieces. They feature 14 prong set, rose cut diamonds mounted in millegrained platinum. The total weight of these rose cut diamonds is .36 carats (prox weight). The central diamond has banded yellow gold in an "eye of Horus" pattern, suggesting these were contemporary with the opening of King Tut's tomb. They have chain links attached to a flat toggle bar which is platinum topped. They are 5/8" round, weigh 6.5 grams and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00062 $750.00 |
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Art Deco c. 1930 CUFFLINKS in fabulous Peking glass and geometric styling typical of the Art Deco period. These beauties are matte green with black insets. The cufflinks have a very 3-D look and are quite stylish without ostentation, they are fixtured in white metal, 1/2" octagonal and in excellent condition Inventory #CK00053 $75.00 |
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Victorian c. 1900 14Kt. rose gold FOB made from a solid piece of tiger eye. The oval rose gold plaque can be personalized or engraved and the piece can be used for a key ring or even pendant. It is 1-3/4" long and in excellent condition Inventory #SS1S $100.00 |
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Art Deco c. 1920 18Kt. yellow gold CUFFLINKS in a classic Art Deco style. Each link has a chain and torpedo back and is in an understated, rich looking style. They are 1/2" wide, weigh 6 grams and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00048 $350.00 |
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Victorian c. 1896 Sterling silver CUFFLINKS in an oval shape with chain attachments. These little beauties are hallmarked for Birmingham, England and 1896 and have a maker's mark. They are 3/4" ovals and have initials on both sides and in excellent condition Inventory #CK00033 $125.00 |
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Victorian c. 1890 14kt. yellow & rose gold square with a ribbed pattern CUFFLINKS with a retractable chain mechanism to allow ease of insertion through a dress shirt. These beauties are marked with the maker's name "MURAT" and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00034 $425.00 |
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Vintage c. 1950 981 silver heavily engraved BELT BUCKLE. Good condition, makers mark Inventory #BE00001 $75.00 |
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Vintage c. 1950 Sterling silver initial "S" BELT BUCKLE. The piece is in excellent condition and has a makers mark Inventory #BE00002 $60.00 |
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Victorian c. 1900 14Kt. yellow gold CUFFLINKS in an oval shape with cut-away gold initials in highly stylized letters. They have the "S" wire shaped backs. These links are very 3 dimensional, have a Newark, New Jersey maker's mark, weigh 7.8 grams and are in excellent condition Inventory #CK00013 $225.00 |