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Tiny antique pin or brooch by Unger Bros, C1900. This brooch has 2 sections and each features a woman with flowing hair done in the Art Nouveau style. It is marked sterling with a makers mark of the conjoined letters UB (Unger Bros). This pin is 1-1/4" long & 5/8" wide and weighs 3.4 grams. It has exceptional die-struck repoussé work that creates a two dimensional effect. Condition is excellent with no problems to note. Lovely!

Large single dress dress or garment clip made from carved white jade in a silver mounting, C1900. The design of the carving features lotus blossoms in a bowl. It measures 1-1/8" inches wide by 1-5/8" tall, and the back of the clip has an engraved floral design. It is marked "Made in China NO. 23 Silver". This clip could also be worn as a pendant or used as a pearl enhancer. Condition excellent with no problems to note. A fine example of Chinese export silver jewelry.

Elegant mans three stone ring with faceted garnets set in 14k yellow gold. The garnets in this ring are exceptional, crystal clear with vibrant red color. The face of the ring measures 3/4" wide by 3/8" tall. The setting is marked 14K and also has a makers mark (RS in a shield). It was made by Rothman & Schneider, Inc New York, New York, C1950. This ring weighs 6.8 grams and is in near mint condition. It is currently a size 11 and is easily resizable. It would make a fine wedding ring or anniversary present!

Vintage genuine shell cameo from the 1950's in a 800 silver (800 parts out of 1,000 pure silver) setting. This cameo has beautiful carving, and portrays a classical style Roman or Greek woman in a toga. The frame measures 1 1/2" tall by 1-1/4" wide.

Beautiful antique sash pin or brooch with poppy flower, grape, and leaf motif. This C1900 pin measures 2-3/4" by 2-1/4" and weighs 39.8 grams or 1.28oz. It has faceted purple glass stones to simulate a bunch of grapes and the poppy has a light red frosted finish. The design also incorporates the graceful flowing lines typical of the Art Nouveau style. The condition of this pin is exceptional and it retains all of it's original mat gilt finish with color accents.

Awesome sterling silver master nut or candy dish by Gorham with poppy pattern. This 7" bowl features beautiful repousse work with large poppy flowers. The center of the bowl is engraved 1883 - 1908, a 25th wedding anniversary gift. This item is in excellent condition with only 2 minor dings on the bottom. The dings are only really noticeable when looking at the piece from the back. The dish is marked with Gorhams maker's mark Sterling A2737, weighs 3.41 tory ounces, and has the date symbol for 1907. A fine example of American silver!

Antique watercolor on paper of the interior of an artist's studio, unsigned and circa 1890. In a gold tone period frame with wood backing, size 20 X 16. The image is approx. 9" X 13" and is in very good condition. However, but does have one light scrape in the bottom middle. The watercolor has been exaimed out of the frame and was found to be laid down at the corners. At this time a new tan mat was cut and glass placed in front of the image. The back has a hand written note that explains that the image is of an artist's studio. Warm and vibrant colors, it's a work done by an artist of obvious talent. Additional images of this work can be easily emailed.

Lovely signed Zuni pendant with mother of pearl, coral, and turquoise. This pendant measures 2-1/2" long by 1" wide and weighs 15 grams. The back is singed either "Simplicio". So this is the work of Sarah or Mike Simplicio, fine Zuni artists.

SOLD!!!

This 14k yellow gold pendant is set with an oval faceted gem of natural green tourmaline. The gem is well cut and completely eye clean. It faces up with rich dark emerald green color. The oval stone measures 5.5mm by 7mm and is slightly over 1 carat. The bale of the pendant is accented with a .015 point diamond of very good quality and color. The pendant measures almost 1/2" tall including the bale and 3/16" wide. This is an estate piece and is approx 10-15 years old.

SOLD!!!

Antique Unger Bros. Art Nouveau sterling cigarette case with smoking woman, not monogramed. This case measures 3 1/4 X 3 1/4", and weighs 2.67 OZT. It is marked "UB Sterling 925 Fine UB". Condition is very good with minor dings on two front corners, and one on the edge of the back. The case opens and closes fine and so does the bar for holding down the cigarettes.