Catalog: New Century: Jewelry (57)

This is a Dorothy Bauer LIMITED EDITION, number 28/120 and has 28 marked in ink on the base of the tree. It is a superb design with the large navette rhinestones surrounded by small clear rhinestones. All stones are Austrian, prong set, and glisten magnificently. The tree has 23 carat gold plating with a round base so that it may stand alone as a perky decoration when not being worn. The Bauer oval cartouche is on the back...

Contemporary American designer Maya has created this elegant choker of real pearls, resin and glass beads. 12 1/2" around with a 2 1/2" extension. Depth at its greatest is 5". The piece is signed Maya.

Karen Smith, a contemporary American artisan, refers to herself as a "knotter of miniature tapestry adornments." She designs knotting patterns in washable nylon thread and integrates them with gemstones. This particular necklace is composed of a serpentine dragon carving with amethyst, turquoise, black onyx, jade and goldstone beads. It is hand signed Karen Smith '06 on the back. It is a remarkable and outstanding artwork! I measures 28" end to end (measured using the inside string of beads).

Contemporary American designer Michele McManus presents dichroic glass in this camera shy expansion bracelet. According to the designer, dichroic means that it has more than one color, especially when viewed from different angles, and it is pure color that glimmers and shines like a mirror. Before dichroic color was developed (1950's), there was not a man-made material that possessed true iridescence. McManus says,"I start with full sheets of glass...

This beautiful necklace by Maya has it all: gilt finish, chunky amethyst beads, rhinestones, piwa pearls, crystals, butterflies, leaves, flowers and more! Elegant in its creation, it is 17 1/2" end to end, its round links are about 2" in diameter, center dangle 2 3/8". Maya's signature is on the clasp. The earrings that follow in the next picture were made by Maya to match this necklace.

Elegant and sophisticated, these Maya earrings will be noticed! Gold plated with sparkling tiny rhinestones, red faceted beads, and beads made of jet. There are nine strands, clip earrings are 4 1/8" long, 7/8" wide.

A Dorothy Bauer LIMITED EDITION, number 56/120. Lovely Austrian crystal large stones in sparkling bright colors. All stones are prong set, and the form is constructed and soldered by hand. The Bauer cartouche is on the back and 56/120 is scratched on the base. The round base allows the tree to be free standing so it may be used as a delightful decoration when not being worn. A white leather-like pouch is provided along with a collector's record and description...

Large domed pale moss-jade European vintage glass and antiqued gold finish on brass compose this elegant ring by Patrice. Ring may be ordered in desired size.

This delicate pendant necklace by Patrice is made of vintage German glass with brass. The gold plated chain is 17" end to end. The pendant is 2" by 1 1/8".

Genuine pearls and jade proudly support this tortoise. Patrice, contemporary American designer offers this limited edition piece. It is the finest there is in materials, design and detail. Truly of heirloom quality. The two strands of pearls measure 17" end to end.

This lovely Patrice set shows the beautiful crafting and design typical of Patrice. The bracelet is antiqued brass with the addition of synthetic cats eye and genuine garnet. The bracelet is heavy and chunky. The earrings contain the same stones. Bracelet is 6" around the inside with a 1" opening. The earrings are 1" by 3/4".

Typical Patrice elegance is evident in this beautiful bracelet. Eight strands of glistening onyx beads with antique carved bone and vintage German glass, along with brass, compose this lovely bracelet. 7 1/2" long, 2" wide.

Maya's dangle clip earrings have colored rhinestones and genuine amethyst and carnelian, making a big splash against the antiqued metal. Glamorous and a little more conservative than a shoulder-duster! i 1/2" wide, 3 1/2" long.

Sorrell's dramatic elegance is shown clearly in the wonderful paisley brooch. Every color in the rainbow is used in the faceted clear-back crystal stones. And, every stone is prong set. Brooch is 4 1/2" by 2 1/2". "Sorrell Original" is marked on the back.

Maya frequently uses semi-precious stones in her jewelry and purses. In this bold necklace she uses a combination of large amethyst chunks and similar chunks of polished smoky topaz with antiqued metal beads. A striking contemporary necklace by Maya! Necklace is 39" end to end. Pendant is 3 5/8" long.

Introducing Rick Shelley. Known regionally for his elegant and charming "bug pins", Rick is new to the larger American and world-wide scene through this website. Using a variety of materials such as, in this pin, imported glass beads, hand worked stained glass, and pewter. He also uses semi precious stones with gold and sterling silver...

Dorothy Bauer's snow covered Cristmas tree pin has glistening tiny clear rhinestones at the ends of each branch, and, of course, a shimmering rhinestone star on the top. The base is round which enables it to stand up for display when not being worn. Signed Bauer on the back. 2 1/2" by 1 1/4.

Maya uses yellow turquoise and green garnets in combination with faceted crystal beads and ornate metal beads. Ornate and dramatic. Shorter strand is 19" with a 3" extension. Gold plated brass pendant is 4" long and hangs over the longer strand.