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Metal: Silver
18th Century Grand Tour Bocca Della Verita Calcedony Intaglio Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally rare 18th century diamond set calcedony intaglio pendant depicting the famed Roman marble Bocca della Verita, the Mouth of Truth. The eni...
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18th Century European Georgian Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian William B Kerr Sterling Silver Purse or Lady's Evening Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian purse or evening bag. In sterling silver. By William B. Kerr & Co. The purse has a small chain and opens with a button. The interior has two pockets on ei...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Key Holder or Key Chain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Tiffany and Co. key holder in sterling silver. With an unengraved pendant tag. A great Tiffany everyday piece! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall ...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Men's Money Clip
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver money clip. Dimensions: 2.57 in. L x 1.37 in. W x 0.24 mm. D - 65 mm. L x 35 mm. W x 7 mm. D Alex Jona gifts stand ou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Round Money Clip
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver money clip. Alex Jona gifts stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality, but also for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Museum Quality, Certified Natural Jadeite Jade 壽星公 Longevity Man Decoration
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! From our extensive Jade collection passed down from my grandfather, this is a museum quality piece of jadeite jade. This large piece of jade is certified un-treated and un-enhanced. It has everything going for it. The detailed carving is exceptional. This substantial Jade is icy (see through) and translucent, full of "water" There are also multiple different colors within the carving. All these exceptional characters in one piece of jade makes this best of the best and super rare! this is a great piece for investors and connoisseurs looking to collect best of the best world class Jade. This will be the centerpiece of any Jade collection. This natural Jade carving...
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1940s Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Silver

Tom Castor Collection One of a Kind 25 Carat Pink & Green Moth Cuff
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Unique. One of a Kind Tom Castor Collection Piece from his Moth Cuff Series. Fewer than 5 Tom Castor Moth Cuffs have been made. Each is an entirely differen...
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1990s American Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, ...

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact
Located in University City, MO
Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco sterling, gold & ruby jeweled compact - necklace The exquisite Boucheron compact is designed with a beautiful gold pie...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver

Chinese Antique Qing Carved "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Plaque Pendant Certified
Located in Southbury, CT
Elegant, rare, and dating to the late Qing period (circa 1890s), this hand-carved nearly colorless white nephrite plaque has been etched on both sides. One one, the Chinese mythological figure known as Zhang Guo Lao is depicted riding a mule. On the opposite side, a magpie sits on a branch of cherry blossoms. The magpie is associated with intelligence. The carving is breathlessly simple and excellent; the work executed -of course- without the aid of electricity or modern tools. Measuring 42.54mm x 29.92mm, the plaque has a hole drilled through the center, which is original to the piece. A silver bail is threaded through the hole and a pair of beads -black jade and coral- reside at the bottom. The jade plaque hands from a 1920s silver chain that is 32" in length. Prior to the discovery of and appreciation for the very fine green jadeite from Burma, colorless, opaque, pure white nephrite jade from the Northern mountains of China was the most revered jade; the original "imperial jade, as only members of the royal court could wear or even touch it. Most of what is commercially sold today as "mutton fat...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Silver

Antique Russian Pan-Slavic Silver Shaded Enamel Tea Strainer, Nikolai Alekseyev
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional quality antique Russian vermeil silver and shaded enamel Pan-Slavic Style tea strainer by Nikolai Alekseyev. The handle decorated in dove grey...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Vermeil, Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver money clip. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design, but also for the careful attention given to details duri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise, Coral and Bear Claw Belt Buckle
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo Kingman turquoise and bear claw buckle with small nugget of red coral. Stones and claw set in sterling silver surrounded by leaves, scrolls and beads....
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1980s American Native American Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Turquoise, Coral, Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "Leather Whip Necklace" Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Leather Whip Necklace" was designed in 1997 by Betony Vernon. The "body" of the whip is made of handwoven leather. The empowering unisex necklace is ...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Antique Austro-Hungarian Turquoise Garnet Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This large 1860's Austro-Hungarian antique cross pendant is set with many turquoise and garnet gemstones. The four cabochon cut garnet stones on front of the cross are all set in rai...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Garnet, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Russian Silver Gilt Niello Scent Bottle
Located in Firenze, IT
Apparently unmarked but Russia, circa 1820 Elongated compressed oval, decorated with floral garlands within similar borders on gilt stippled ground, the screw top with ball finial ...
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Early 19th Century Russian Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Niello

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Located in New York City, NY
Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Bolide bag, by Hermes. The box can be used in a multitude of ways: as a standard pillbox, a pendant, or as a charm. Almost 2 inches wide and approx. 30 grams in weight. This Hermes pill box is a unique and luxurious accessory that pays homage to the iconic Hermes Bolide bag. Shaped like a miniature version of the famous Hermes Bolide bag, which is celebrated for its structured silhouette and distinctive closure. Hermes itself is a renowned French luxury brand known for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless designs. This particular piece, designed primarily as a pill box, can be used as a charm or pendant as well. It is crafted from sterling silver, which is highly prized for its durability and lustrous appearance. The sterling silver material provides a sleek and elegant backdrop for the intricate details of the Bolide bag pill box charm...
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Late 20th Century Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Navajo Needlepoint Turquoise Concho Belt
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo needlepoint concho belt. Signed LMB, marked sterling. 11 conchos total. Exceptional design on each concho, featuring floral style center with complementary scalloped silverwork and final layer of turquoise framing concho. Old Pawn. Acquired from a Navajo trader. PERIOD: After 1950 ORIGIN: Navajo, Southwest SIZE: Total Belt Length 62 1/2" Leather; conchos 2 1/4"D The word “concho” sometimes spelled “concha”, comes from the Spanish word meaning shell. Some of the first “conchos” were made of melted silver dollars and resembled a shell. Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s. Other Native Americans including Zuni and Hopi also made traditional concho belts before long. Concho belts can cost into the thousands of dollars depending upon the craftsmanship, amount of silver, rarity of turquoise and stones used. Belts in the upper end of the price scales are usually made before the turn of the century. Buyers should deal with reputable dealers as many fakes and look-a-likes exist. A well-made belt with age to it will fetch a bigger premium and hold its value better. The earliest concho belts are now referred to as “First Phase” belts. This style of belt was made before Native silversmith had learned much about soldering. The conchos were hammered out from melted coins, cut, and filed into shape, engraved and a diamond shape slot was cut out of the middle of the concho, with a bar left across the center of the diamond shaped slot for the leather loop. Conchos that required no soldering are generally thought to be made from 1860-1880. Second phase conchos were done 1890-1900s in which silversmith began to solder. Third phase conchos is when you start to see the “butterfly” or “bow” appear between conchos and the use of turquoise as an adornment. A butterfly (bow) is a smaller concho in between bigger conchos. A belt with butterflies and sometimes turquoise would be from the early 1900s – 1930s. The timelines may slightly differentiate depending upon who you ask. Natives first had concho belts for personal use only, but around the turn of the last century, tourist demand had kicked in and a new outlet emerged. belts & buckles jewelry silver belts conchos navajo needlepoint southwest turquoise...
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1950s American Native American Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Carved Black Nephrite Jade Tablet Qing Dynasty Period Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This exquisite and rare black jade tablet dates to the Qing period. The Qing Dynasty period spanned the years 1636 -1912. Precisely dating jade artifacts...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Silver

Antique 18th Century French Silver Footed Wine Goblet or Beaker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French silver beaker. Illegibly hallmarked to the base and side and inscribed with an owner's mark 'VB' to the foot. Simply a won...
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18th Century French Georgian Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Signed Coro Duette Art Deco Silver and Marcasite Brooch and Dress Clip, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A patented design, this stunning Art Deco brooch comes apart so its pieces may also be used as dress clips. Brains AND beauty? A double threat. Art Deco brooch featuring a radiating...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Marcasite, Base Metal, Silver

Mutton Fat Disk Late Ming Certified Untreated Nephrite
Located in Southbury, CT
Dragonets are baby dragons, and this white nephrite pi disk features a pair of them. Flawlessly carved by a skilled lapidary artist more than 100 years ago, this white nephrite pi disk is a superior example of a late Ming...
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19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Silver

Stevie Wren Oxidized Silver Mesh Scarf
Located in Montreal, QC
Contemporary oxidized silver hand woven mesh scarf by Stevie Wren. The scarf is in excellent condition, measures 37 inches long x 1 1/4 inches wide. Stampe...
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Early 2000s Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Stevie Wren Oxidized Silver Mesh Scarf
Stevie Wren Oxidized Silver Mesh Scarf
$520 Sale Price / item
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Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen - 017
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen. The simple & sleek design is functional and stylish. This piece has a twist retractable closure and a...
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1990s North American Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Large Art Deco La Pierre Babylonian Mixed Metals Sterling Silver & Copper Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Art Deco mixed metals vase. From the La Pierre Manufacturing Company's 'Babylonian' line. In sterling silver and copper. Consisting of a copper body with a wide sterling silver neck and rim and a sterling silver ferrule. With a lovely burnt red-orange patina to the copper. Founded in 1885 in New York City by Frank H. LaPierre, the LaPierre Manufacturing Company were makers of high quality sterling silver wares...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal

"Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1996 and continues to seduce BV collectors today. Fabricated using multiple l...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Hair Barrette, Beautifully Hand Engraved Western Design, 25.2 G
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Sterling Hair Barrette, Beautifully Hand Engraved Western Design, 25.2 Grams, 3 in X 2.25 in, Stamped: Sterling SSS, Very Good Condition. This barrette makes a nice addition...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Piel Frères Art Nouveau Poppy Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Piel Frères Art Nouveau double prong buckle circa 1900. Of rich matte gilt bronze foliage and japanned silver plated blooming poppies with matte gilt detai...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Old or Antique Enameled Austrian Silver & Agate Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver, enamel, & agate bowl. With a carved agate bowl mounted on a silver & enamel base. We're unsure about the bowl's origin, although we have a strong inclination to think that it's Austrian. The base has intricate embossed flowers in silver...
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20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Agate, Silver, Enamel

Exceptional Early Victorian English Sterling Silver Inkstand by Henry Wilkinson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare Early Victorian sterling silver inkstand or standish by Henry Wilkinson. Retaining its original bottles, lids, taper stick, snuffer and a quill or wafer compartment. The body...
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19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver money clip. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of the ge...
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2010s Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Jocelyn Burton Seashell and Moonstone Encrusted Sterling Silver Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine cylindrical sterling silver box by Jocelyn Burton. The box's lid is richly encrusted with miniature silver sea shells and bezel set with 2 ...
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1970s British Modern Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Mid-Century Sterling Silver Triangular Footed Bowl Model No. 259
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver bowl. Model no. 259 Designed by Gundorph Albertus (1887 - 1970). With a hand-hammered triangular bowl that tapers to a fluted and graduated ped...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Antique Japan Shakudo Plaque Butterfly Grasshopper Spider net
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The plaque shows a butterfly, a grasshopper and a spider in its net. The plaque is a fine example of Shakudo work dating from the 2nd half of the 19th century. Diameter plaque: 3.7
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1870s Japanese Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Gold, Silver, Brass

Sterling Silver Pendant, Matisse, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Matisse” pendant is part of our jewelry line “Homage to the ancestors”, inspired by famous oeuvres of great artists. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it m...
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2010s Italian Artist Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Necklace in Black Ruthenium and Rose Gold chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece. A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

Sterling Art Deco Enameled Hat Pins
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco pair of sterling and enamel hat pins. Of opal white engine turned enamel with incised flower head motifs. Hallmarked, sterling silver. Excellen...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Steel

Antique Silver Cigarette Box Birmingham 1911
Located in Toronto, ON
English Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1911, Joseph Gloster Ltd. Slightly concave rectangular shape case; front, reverse and outside border with eng...
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1910s British Art Deco Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Antique George IV Silver Chatelaine Needlework Needle Case Cross Flower Bouquet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Very rare silver chatelaine with a needle case in the shape of a cross. The hook of the chatelaine is decorated with a flower bouquet ia vase.
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1820s George IV Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant, Fantasy , Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Merriam” pendant is part of our jewelry line “Homage to the ancestors”, inspired by famous oeuvres of great artists. All our sterling silver pieces o...
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2010s Italian Artist Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Antique Green Paste Lizard Brooch on Sterling
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fabulous emerald lizard form brooch set with emerald green pastes on silver. The Roman symbol of wedded bliss and popular in jewelry during fin de siecle (...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Almeric Walter Antique Pâte De Verre Silver Pendant, France
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Pâte de Verre octopus mounted in silver signed ALW (Almeric Walter),Nancy
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Pendant Fabergé Style Gold, Sterling Silver, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Fabergè Style” Gold pendant is part of our Work of Art - Jewellery collection. This Jewel is handcrafted completely by Workmaster Fabergé Stefano Vigni, who created the piece, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Gold

Armand American Horse Turquoise Nickel Silver Jewelry Box
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Armand American Horse nickel silver and turquoise jewelry box. Includes moon face motif on lid and hand stamped detail along sides. Stamped on bottom with artist hallmark. Three genu...
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20th Century American Native American Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant, Dalí, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Dalí” pendant is part of our jewelry line “Homage to the ancestors”, inspired by famous oeuvres of great artists. Specifically, this pendant represents the well- known painting “The persistence of Memory...
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2010s Italian Artist Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant, De Chirico, Handmade, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The “De Chirico” pendant is part of our jewelry line “Homage to the ancestors”, inspired by famous oeuvres of great artists. Specifically, this pendant represents the well- known Cat...
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2010s Italian Artist Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

H A Cary Figural Orientalist One Hump Camel Sterling Silver Letter Opener
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful figural sterling silver letter in the form of a one hump camel. The camel wears a wry expression on its face and has a finely detailed, sculptural quality. This is...
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Early 20th Century American Egyptian Revival Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

21st Century, Champagne cover, Solid pure silver, Cherry blossoms, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
This champagne cover belongs to our collection “K-over Art”. The oeuvre was manufactured by a Japanese artist who wanted to celebrate her homeland. Indeed, she chiselled on a pure si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Revival Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Zuni Turquoise and Coral Belt Buckle
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Zuni Sleeping Beauty turquoise and dark red coral buckle. Nuggets surrounded by twisted rop border with stylized thunderbird with wings and tail feathers....
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1980s American Native American Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Volcanic Lava Box with Sterling Silver Finial
Located in Darnestown, MD
This box made of volcanic lava is topped with a sterling silver and crystal ball finial. The four silver circles are movable to create either a flat or three dimensional form. The in...
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2010s Mexican Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1981 Angela Cummings Aerodynamic Twisted Pen .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural twisted pen designed by Angela Cummings. Sculptural pen, created back in the 1981 in New York city at the Tiffany Studios. This fabulous sculpt...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky Quartz, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt, rock-crystal, jade, obsidian, mother-of-pearl, and smoky quartz carved jeweled sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1991. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved smoky -quartz and jade horse with a harness mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and amethyst chains and pendants. The top columns adorned with 18k gold and brilliant cut diamond pendants, the bottom with gold and mother of pearl plaques. The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / N° 05 / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5003 D The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10.5" high x 8.5" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...
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20th Century French Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Si...

Antique Sapphire Diamond Horseshoe Pin
Located in Geneva, CH
Cushion Sapphire Natural non heated probably Kashmir. The horseshoe is set by Old-mine cut Diamond on silver and gold. Late 19th Century. Length: 5.60 centimeters. Total weight: 3.2...
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, & Lapis Horse
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Obsidian & Lapis Horse An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt rock-crystal, obsidian and lapis lazuli jeweled sculpture "Bucéphale, Chevaux de légende", "Bucephalus, A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1998. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock crystal slab is finely applied with a lapis lazuli half-horse with harness mounted in 18k gold and brilliant cut diamonds, between two crystal and lapis lazuli columns adorned with gold and diamonds, insert with 7 ruby cabochons and 1 emerald cabochon, the obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5029 DIV Bucephalus (c355-326 BC) is among the most famous horses in history, and it was said that this he could not be tamed. The young Alexander the Great, of course, tamed him – and went on to ride his beloved equine companion for many years and into many battles. The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10" high x 9" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Silver Table Garden Fountain
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
For any inquiries,please contact the seller through the message center. A touch of greek mythology for this table silver fountain. the top of the fountain there is a male character ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Buccellati Sterling Silver Dominoes Set
Located in New York City, NY
Elevate game night with this exquisite vintage Buccellati sterling silver dominoes set. Crafted with the renowned Italian jeweler's signatur...
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20th Century Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Handcraft 925 Thousandths Silver Bag
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Vintage Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Mini Cooper Solid Sterling Silver Charm
Located in Valenza, IT
Unique, One-of-a-kind, Solid Sterling Silver Charm from a Mini Lover's Legacy: you can add it to your key-holder or wear it with effortless elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated money clip holder. Dimensions : L x 2.66 in/ 67.62 mm - W x 0.55 in/ 14.15 mm. Alex Jona gifts stand out, not only...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen - 018
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen. The simple & sleek design is functional and stylish. This piece has a twist retractable closure and a...
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1990s French Contemporary Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Navajo Coral Nugget Belt Buckle
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Shadowbox belt buckle with multi coral nuggets. Marked sterling silver. Made by Navajo silversmith J. Begay. Stunning oxblood coral stones surrounded by twisted rope border and sterl...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Silver More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Coral, Sterling Silver

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