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Color: Silver
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Mexican Geometric Linked Chunky Bracelet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver ladies bracelet was made in Mexico in approximately 1969 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The bracelet is composed of a series of geometrically stylized A...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hans Hansen Sterling Bracelet Bangle Danish Geometric, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A rare and well loved Minimalist Scandinavian 1970s modernist sterling silver hexagonal bangle. A seldom offered design, versatile, and comfortable with...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare 17th Century Silver Reliquary Arm Monstrance
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A rare silver reliquary arm with relic bone, with the coat-of-arms of Cosme Roger (1671-1710), bishop of Lombez, France, with original bone relic
Poss...
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Late 17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Circuito del Montenero 6 a Coppa Ciano Italian 800. Silver Trophy Cup
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Circuito del Montenero 6 a Coppa Ciano Italian 800. silver trophy cup
Made in Italy, 1932
Hallmarked for 800. silver.
The Coppa Ciano was an automobile race held in Italy. Originally referred to as Coppa Montenero or Circuito Montenero, the Coppa Ciano name was officially in use between 1927 and 1939.
In 1927, the Livorno-born politician Costanzo Ciano donated a victory trophy: the Coppa Ciano. At first, this was awarded to the victor in a separate sports car race, run within a week of the Coppa Montenero. In 1929, however, the Coppa Ciano was merged into the main event and at the same time became the name most often used.
In the 1930s, Italian Hall of Fame driver Tazio Nuvolari won this race five times, more than any other driver. In his 1936 victory he made his way through the field, beating the otherwise superior German cars. This victory was one of the reasons leading to the Italian Grand Prix being held at the Montenero circuit in 1937, instead of the usual venue, Monza.
The 1939 race was run to Voiturette regulations and became the last before World War II stopped all racing for many years. In 1947 the 20th and final edition of the Coppa Montenero was run, with 1500 cc unsupercharged cars. At that point, due to Costanzo Ciano's connections with the now abolished Fascist regime, it was no longer called Coppa Ciano.
The race was held in 1932, 31 of July and the trophy was awarded to the Alpha Romeo team.
Dimensions: 23.5 x 17.5 x 28 cm
Weight: 870 grams
Condition: Trophy is in original Antique state...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
G.S. Garcia Bit, circa 1900
By G.S. Garcia
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Silver overlaid bit with pair of two eagles and 3" concho, marked. By G.S. Garcia
Period: circa 1900
Origin: United States.
Family Owned & Operated
Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rar...
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Early 1900s American Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Processional Cross, Silver, Barbastro, Aragón, Spain, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
With hallmarks.
It is necessary to indicate the survival in this piece of some details from the Spanish Gothic silverware (cresting, which appears around the XV century; the endings ...
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16th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
French Art Deco Laquered Cigarette Case in Silver, circa 1930
Located in Beirut, LB
This silver hallmarked Art Deco cigarette case is in black enamel with red and green geometrical typical design from the Art Deco period.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rancho Alegre Modernist Sterling and Tiger Eye Cuff Links
By Rancho Alegre
Located in San Mateo, CA
Sterling and tiger eye cufflinks with an asymmetrical modernist design. These were made by the Rancho Alegre shop in Taxco, Mexico.
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1950s Mexican Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Plated Figural Military Dress Uniform Hat Display Stand or Rack
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very detailed and unique silver plated hat stand is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but presumed to have been made in England in approximately 1910 in the period style. This hat...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Antique Victorian Silver Wager Cups Modelled as a Lady & Gentleman in Costume
By Martin Sugar
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1891 by Martin Sugar, this striking pair of antique sterling silver wager cups, are modelled as a gentlem...
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1890s English Baroque Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Late Victorian Enamel Guilloche Silver Brooch Pin with Pink Roses
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian enamel guilloche brooch silver pin with pink roses.
Marked "Sterling".
Category
Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Captain Sir George Collier’s Presentation Silver Entree Dishes by Richard Cooke
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Captain Sir George Collier’s presentation silver entree dishes and covers by Richard Cooke, London 1803, each plain rectangular with gadroon borders, covers with detachable vine twist handles, the covers engraved: ‘Presented by the Old Madras Insurance Company to Captn. Collier, Commander of His Majestys Sloop ‘Victor’, for his persevering & gallant conduct in chasing for two days, partially engaging & ultimately sinking the French National Corvette ‘La Fleche’ of superior force while advantageously anchored at the Mahé Islands.’
Dimensions approx.: 150 x 290 x 200mm / 6 x 11 ½ x 8 inches
Total weight approx.: 3513 grams / 112 oz. troy.
Footnotes: These silver dishes were presented to Captain Sir George Collier KCB (1774-1824) for destroying the 22-gun French corvette La Flèche whilst commanding Victor, 18 guns, in the Seychelles on 5 September 1801. After escorting troop transports into the Red Sea ahead of the British invasion of Egypt, Victor fell in with La Flèche off Diego Garcia. After an initial engagement, the corvette escaped to windward only to be found again four days later. A short but fierce action ensued during which the corvette caught fire, grounded on a coral reef and sank before a prize crew could secure the ship. As reward, the Admiralty made Collier post captain and gave him command of Leopard, 50 guns.
Born in London, Collier entered the Royal Navy in 1784. As a midshipman, he was wrecked off Madagascar in 1792 surviving among the natives of that island for six months before being rescued by a passing Portuguese brig. Unfortunately, the brig was immediately captured by a French privateer and for two more years, Collier was confined as a prisoner of war on Mauritius. Returning to service in 1795, he was given his first command in Suffolk Tender.
Following the Peace of Amiens, Collier commanded the Sea Fencibles at Liverpool. After accompanying the expedition to Copenhagen in 1808, for which he was knighted for delivering the admiral’s dispatches, he saw action, and was wounded, supporting the military Campaign in Spain.
After the war, Collier was made commodore on the African station where he was employed suppressing the slave trade with such rigour that he was elected an honorary member of the African Institution, founded by William Wilberforce...
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19th Century British Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Anglo-Indian Silver Belt Buckle with Red and Black Belts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This is a highly ornate and decorative old Anglo-Indian silver belt buckle with red and black ribbon belts. It dates to the early 20th centu...
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Vintage Flower Silver Necklace by Bronsil AB, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely flower silver necklace made by Bronsil AB in Köping, Sweden, 1970s. The pendant has shape as a water lily with seven petals. Marked: SGP 925.
Size: Total length including the...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Aqueduct Wood Memorial Trophy Won by Personality
Located in New Orleans, LA
A rare and exceptional trophy, won by the thoroughbred personality at the 1970 Wood Memorial Stakes race held at the Aqueduct Racetrack. Beautifully craf...
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20th Century American Other Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Modernist Sterling Silver Cufflinks by Paul Lobel
By Paul Lobel
Located in Toledo, OH
Modernist sterling silver cufflinks by Paul Lobel. 9/16", stamped sterling and Lobel. Nice cutout design, great condition. Dimensions: .57" W x .5" H.
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
George III Lloyds Patriotic Fund Silver and Silver Gilt Vase and Cover by Samuel
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
George III Lloyds patriotic fund silver and silver gilt vase and cover by Samuel Hennell, of Adam design, the lift-off cover with knop finial above angled swept handles and laurel wr...
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Early 1800s English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver and Sterling Iron Hinged Cabinet Collar, US, 1999
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
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1990s North American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver, Iron
Danish Modernist Sterling Leaf Necklace by Bent Knudsen, 1960s
By Bent Knudsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This Mid-Century Modern necklace sometimes referred to as peak or leaf was made by the Danish silversmith Bent Knudsen. Bent Knudsen designed for the Hans Hanse...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Sterling Silver Tefillin Boxes, Birmingham, England, 1935
Located in New York, NY
Handmade sterling silver Tefillin boxes, Birmingham, England, 1935.
Square boxes with hinged bases that open and close.
Hebrew inscription on the top of the boxes: Shin Yud = Shell Yad, Shin Resh = Shel Rosh.
Marked on the sides with English silver hallmarks...
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1930s English Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Very Rare Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Pig Bell' London 1904 by William Hornby
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by William Hornby, this wonderful and very rare, antique sterling silver bell, is modelled as a quite charmi...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early Margot de Taxco Sterling Parure Set Necklace Earrings Cuff Bracelet
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Margot Van Voorhies Carr started producing out of her own studio in 1948, under the name, Margot de Taxco. Previously she had been producing pieces under Antonio Castillo for the William Spratling studio. This four piece sterling silver suite...
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1950s Mexican Arts and Crafts Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and glass match striker in the tyg form; an addition to our ornamental collection.
This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver and glass match striker has a cylindrical, rounded form.
The surface of the glass body is embellished with a serrated texture which composes a match striker.
The body incorporates three moulded glass handles in the tyg form; with the use of the three handles, this piece could easily be transferred around a group.
The upper portion of this antique glass match striker...
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1890s British Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Sterling Silver-Mounted Beehive-Form Threaded Crystal Match Striker
Located in New York, NY
Large, Edwardian, sterling silver-mounted, beehive-form threaded crystal match striker, American, circa 1905.
Measures: 3 1/4 inches high x 3 1/2 inches in diameter across base (wid...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Audrey Werner, Sea Necklace, Sterling Silver, Mother of Pearl, & Coral, US, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
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1990s American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Coral, Iron, Sterling Silver
Silver Sculpture Ring by Jacques Jarrige, 2014
Located in New York, NY
An amazing piece of jewelry hand-sculpted and hammered in sterling silver.
This wearable art piece has three variations, two with three negative spaces and one with three. The rin...
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2010s French Collectibles and Curiosities
English Sterling Silver Presentation Twin Handled Cup, 1924
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Tall reeded handles and tall stem on a raised foot. Hallmarks on one side with an extensive presentation inscription (see photo) for a cruise on the other side.
11.73 Troy ozs.
Mea...
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Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Classic Vintage Silver Ring by Guldateljen, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Decorative vintage Scandinavian silvering with a rough cut surface and nice design by Guldateljen AB, Sweden, 1980s.
Stamped: 935S BC. Measures: Inner diameter is 17mm, total heig...
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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
20th Century Italian Silver Portal "Marriage of the Virgin"
Located in VALENZA, IT
Portal in chiseled solid silver depicting the "Marriage of the Virgin".
The Marriage of the Virgin is an oil painting on wood (170 × 117 cm) by ...
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1990s Italian Renaissance Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Audrey Werner, Pre-Raphaelite Sterling Silver and Garnet Necklace, US, 1994
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
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1990s North American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Clip Earrings in Silver and Yellow Jade, Angel Wings, France, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of highly stylized clip-on earrings made from 830/1000 silver and set with yellow jade stones. Anonymous French silversmith circa 1925 in the ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Jade, Silver
Late 19th Century Austro-Hungarian Silver Yom Kippur Belt Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Handmade silver Yom Kippur belt buckle, Austro-Hungarian Empire, circa 1870.
Repoussé with Lions of Judah flanking a crowned cartouche whose interior reads ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Late 19th Century Russian Silver Torah Pointer
Located in New York, NY
Handmade silver Torah pointer, Russia, circa 1880.
The handle is made with a knob shape interval engraved with floral ornaments.
The reading end is shaped as a hand with a pointing index finger. A suspension loop is connected to the top of upper section of the pointer.
Marked with Russian silver hallmarks...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Vintage Scale Model of The 1928 Mercedes Benz SS in German Silver, Circa 1950
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A rare scale model of the classic 1928 Mercedes Benz SS (Super Sport) which was the fastest car of its time. Made entirely of solid silver, the chassis shows a vented & belted hood, ...
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver, Amber, and Iron Gingko Necklace, US, 2020
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
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2010s North American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver, Iron
Sterling Silver and Marble Offshore Power Boat Racing Trophy, Hallmarked 1983
Located in London, GB
A superb sterling silver period facsimile of the James Beard Memorial Trophy in hallmarked silver on a marble base originally commissioned by an early recipient of this nautical award. Makers mark for Pobjoy Mint, the makers of the actual trophy, and hallmarked London 1983. The trophy is awarded to the world offshore speed record holders in Class 1 power boat...
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20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Polish Silver Kiddus Goblet
Located in New York, NY
Handmade silver Kiddush goblet, Poland, circa 1820.
Large upper portion engraved with curtain decoration, set on a knobbed stem with skirt decoration on a round stylized base. Clearl...
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Early 19th Century Polish Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Bridge Box by Gerald Benney, London, 1970
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London, in 1970 by Gerald Benney, this fine quality, Elizabeth II, sterling silver bridge box, is typical of his style, featuring a tex...
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
1970s Los Ballesteros Sterling Silver Aztec Pendant Necklace Taxco Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
from Taxco Mexico Los Ballesteros Sterling Silver Pendant Chain Necklace
Aztec Figure Head Face Design.
Hecho in Mexico.
Maker stamp Sterling 925
3.38 W ...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Audrey Werner, Garnet and Sterling Silver, Gothic Ring, United States, 1994
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
Category
1990s American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Silver, Risqué Nude Enamel Cigarette or Card Case Padgett & Braham
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Magnificent Art Nouveau silver and risqué nude enamel cigarette or card case by Padgett & Braham Ltd
This is an exceptional Art Nouve...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Blue Earrings
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a pair of earrings made from sterling silver and a blue topaz-type of stone, which has been heavily faceted. They are a wonderful aqua blue that glistens in the light reminiscent of peridot or the ocean on a perfect summer day...
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1950s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Novelty Sterling Silver Tabletop Burner with Cigar Cutter
By Susannah Brasted
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian novelty sterling silver tabletop burner with cigar cutter on wooden base
Maker : Susannah Brasted
Made in London 1888
Fully hallm...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Scandinavian Silverring with Ornament Details, 1950s-1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian silverring with smaller circular ornaments decorations in front. Marked with 925 silver stamp.
Inner diameter is 17 mm, Height of ring 22 mm. Good natural p...
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Stone, Silver
Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Kiddush Goblet
Located in New York, NY
Chinese export silver covered Kiddush goblet, 19th century.
Round cup on a stem mounted to a flat circular foot. Stepped domed cover with bird finial. ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Late 18th Century Italian Silver Book Binding by Marc'antonio Belotto of Padua
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Italian silver book binding, maker's mark MB with figure holding emblems between for Marc'antonio Belotto of Padua, 1776-1788.
Both covers...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Christening Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very good and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver christening mug; an addition to our diverse silver christening collection.
This fine antiq...
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1890s English Other Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Italian 20th Century Solid Silver rare Bison Sculpture on Marble Removable Base
By L'etruria Oro di Garzi Marcello.
Located in VALENZA, IT
Bison in solid silver made in Arezzo, Italy in the 1950s of the last century by L'etruria Oro di Garzi Marcello.
The sculpture was made in "fusion" and a chisel finish. The burnishi...
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1950s Italian Arts and Crafts Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Rodney Coriz Santo Domingo Pueblo, Sterling and Multi-Stone Cuff Bracelet
By Rodney Coriz
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Santo Domingo Pueblo artist Rodney Coriz sterling bracelet with spiny oyster and turquoise inlay.
Measurements: Outside: 2-1/2" diameter x 1" wide. The circumference is 8." Fits approximately 7 1/2" wrist.
Signed "Rodney Coriz" with his sun design and copyright symbol. Beautiful heavy Cuff made with excellent craftsmanship.
Rodney Coriz is an exceptional young Santo Domingo jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Midcentury Sterling Silver West Indies Cricket Control Board Presentation Tray
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver footed presentation tray was made by the well-known English maker, Barker Ellis in circa 1967 in an Edwardian style. The tray is...
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Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Reliquary Pendant, Flagellation of Christ, Silver, Enamel, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
On one side of the pendant, Christ appears tied to a tall column in the center of the composition, being whipped by two sayones or soldiers with branches, following a customary compo...
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16th Century European Renaissance Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Other
Antique Sterling Silver Collectible Novelty Pincushion Modelled As A Hedgehog
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1902 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. This adorable Antique, Edwardian, Sterling Silver Hedgehog Pincushion is rare and collectible, with the silver overlayin...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large, Art Deco, Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
By Henry Perkins & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Large, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, 1931, Henry Perkins and Sons - makers. Measures 2 3/4 inches high x 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Dark sp...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Frederick Davis Silver Bracelet with Pre-Hispanic Style Links
By Fred Davis
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern silver bracelet by American designer Frederick "Fred" Davis. Manufactured in Mexico. The bracelet is composed by 7 panels that feature a glyph moti...
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1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Custom Made Shell Necklace by Famous Moroccan Jeweler Chez Faouzi of Marrakech
By Chez Faouzi
Located in Atlanta, GA
A custom made necklace by Famous Moroccan jeweler Chez Faouzi of Marrakech. Necklace is made of antique Moroccan silver and conus shell charms with the signature Faouzi back neck charm...
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Late 19th Century German Silver Havdalah Candleholder
Located in New York, NY
Silver candle holder for the Havdalah service, Germany, circa 1890.
On round domed decorated base with three silver lions flaking at the candle side supports.
The three candle side s...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Late 19th Century German Silver Torah Pointer
Located in New York, NY
Handmade silver Torah pointer, Germany, circa 1890.
The handle is made with a knob shape interval engraved with floral ornaments.
The reading end is shaped as a hand with a pointin...
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Late 19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver and Agate Chalice Ring, United States, 2002
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials, including her signature black iron, to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
Category
Early 2000s American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique and Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities for Sale
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
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