David Andersen Rhodocrosite Pin #175

Modernist sterling pin with rhodocrosite cabochon by Harry Sorby for David Andersen of Norway. Measures 2 inches wide by 1 1/4 inches high. Marked "D-A, 925S, scales, Norway, Sterling, inv. h.s." Circa 1960s. $150

John Lewis Pin and Earring Set #227

Simple, mod sterling silver brooch and screw earrings by American modernist John Lewis. Pin measures 1 inch in diameter, and earrings are each 1/2 inch in diameter. Marked "Sterling, crossed JL for John Lewis". Circa 1950s. $225

Richard Tuttle Sterling & Pearl Brooch #122

Richard Tuttle of created this u-shaped sterling silver pin with a brushed finish and 5mm cultured pearl. Pin is 1 1/4 inches wide and 1 inch high. Marked "Tuttle, Sterling". Circa 1950s. $175

Rebajes Sterling Pin and Earring Set #228

Rare organic sterling silver brooch and clip earrings with applied wire design by American modernist Francisco Rebajes. Brooch measures 3 1/4 inches high by 2 1/4 inches wide, earrings are 1 1/2 inches high by 7/8 inch wide. All marked "Rebajes, Sterling". Circa 1950s. $250

Ronald Pearson Sterling and Pearl Pin #146

Heavy cast sterling with dark oxidation, in stark contrast to the ivory pearl in the center. Made by Ronald Hayes Pearson who lived in Rochester, NY and later, Deer Isle, Maine. Marked "PEARSON, STERLING". Pin measures 1 ¾ inches wide by 1 ½ inches tall, with a 7mm pearl. Circa 1950s. $325

Sterling & Enamel Set by John Bryan #152

Organic sterling silver and enamel set by John Bryan of Asheville, N.C. Enamel is in excellent condition. Earrings are screw-back and measure 1inch tall by 5/8 inches wide, brooch is 1 ¼ inches in diameter. All signed "BRYAN". Circa 1950s. $275

Pearl Brooch by The Silversmith Shop #131

Concave, oxidized sterling silver plaque holds a creamy 7mm pearl. Pin is 7/8 inch wide and 3/4 inch at highest point. Made by The Silversmith shop in Boston, MA, owned by Ella Cone. Marked "the silversmith, sterling". Circa 1950s. $125

Amethyst Brooch from Poland #135

Beautiful organic sterling silver brooch made in Poland. Branch and leaf shape with applied wire detail. Brooch is 3 inches long, and 1 1/4 inches at widest pint. Amethyst cabochon measures 23mm by 18mm. Marked "PB, K 925 (city assay mark), and an unknown hallmark". $150

Miguel Sterling Brooch #145

Unusual 3-dimensional brooch by Miguel Garcia Martinez of Taxco. Floral design set against a concave oxidized plaque, brooch is 2 3/4 inches high by 7/8 inch wide. Marked "Miguel, Tasco, Rancho Alegre, sterling, 1333". Circa 1960s. $95

Christian Schmidt Modernist Sterling Silver Brooch #078

Gorgeous sterling brooch made in Schmidt's streamlined, natural style, signed with "S" mark, and stamped "sterling". Two inches long. Circa 1950s. $215

Ronald Hayes Pearson Organic Sterling Brooch #111

Classic, well-crafted, 3-dimensional pin by American modernist Ronald Hayes Pearson. 1 3/4 inches long. Marked "Pearson, Sterling". Circa 1960s. $215

Sterling Demi-Parure by Thor #096

Screw-back, stylized, sterling silver acorn earrings with oxidized areas and hammered texture, with a large matching oak leaf and acorn brooch. Earrings measure 1 1/4 inches high by 5/8 inch wide, brooch is 5 3/4 inches by 2 inches. All pieces marked "Thor, Sterling". Circa 1960s. $175

Erik Granit Sterling & Amber Brooch #013

Sterling silver pin with two circles and 11mm cabochon natural amber, stone is burnt orange and red. By Finnish jewelry designer Erik Granit, dated 1972. Measures 1 1/2 inches x 1 1/2 inches. Marked "E. Granit logo, crown in heart, 925, Helsinki, T7". $125

Arte en Plata Inlaid Turquoise Brooch #010

Organic sterling silver and inlaid turquoise brooch, measuring 2 1/2 inches wide x 2 1/8 inches high. Made by the Jacobo brothers of Taxco, marked "Arte en Plata, eagle assay, MMR, 10". Circa 1950s. $115

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