Catalog: New Century: Jewelry (57)

Using an elegant mix of materials, Stanley Hagler created masterpieces in jewelry. His pieces are always ornate and intricate, and this set is an example of Hagler's beautiful work. It was created in the 1980's. The necklace, end to end, is 17" with a 2 1/2" extension. The body of the pendant is 3 3/4" wide and 3" high. Each piece of the fringe is 3 3/4" long. The earrings are 1 1/4" in diameter...

Typical of Patrice beautiful design, both the necklace and the earrings are worthy of being owned by any collector of fine things. Two strands of beads are onyx, pendant is red jade, antiques brass and faceted onyx. Note the four toes the spunky dragon sports. 17" necklace with a toggle closure. Pendant is 1 3/4" by 1 1/2" and chunky. Clip earrings are 1" by 3/4" and chunky. Matching dragon bracelet is the next catalog item.

Regal and dramatic, this Lawrence Vrba set is elegant. Faceted round crystals and black beads, long oval faceted beads and tiny rhinestones compose the dangles on the fringe, while convex faceted black beads and rhinestones compose the necklace itself. The necklace is 19" end to end, including a 3" extension, and the front of the necklace is 4 1/2" from the top to the bottom of the fringe. Lawrence Vrba oval name plate is on the back of the necklace...

Elegant Patrice, as usual. Handsome three dimensional lion figure on thick serpentine pendant with carnelian and amethyst dangle. Necklace beads are grade A amethyst. Note beautiful backing on the pendant. Necklace is 17" long, end to end; pendant, including dangle, is 3 3/4" by 1 3/8". Chunky clip earrings are of Wyoming jade and amethyst and are 1 1/8" by 7/8".

Always a popular theme, a dragonfly. Patrice version features onyx, vintage European glass with brass and a 24K gold plated 17" chain. The pendant is 2" by 2" and chunky. (Note the beautiful design on the back of the pendant. The clip earrings are 1" by 3/4". The pieces are sold separately.

Typical of Patrice's fine design, always rich in the use of semi-precious stones, this pendant necklace and earrings is a beautiful example of her work. In this set she uses serpentine jade, Chinese turquoise, tiger iron jasper, hsiu jade, vintage German glass and brass. The necklace is 17" around and the chunky monkey pendant is 2 1/4" long, 1 1/4" wide and 3/4" front to back. The clip earrings are 1" long and 3/4" wide.

This gorgeous set created by Ian St Gielar for Stanley Hagler almost glows in the dark. The rich aqua color of the beads and the huge flowers shimmer as light catches them. The set is composed of many materials, all of finest quality. Necklace is 25" end to end with a 4" extension. Each large flower is 3 5/8" in diameter. An oval cartouche marked Ian St Gielar is on the back of one flower. The earrings are 1 1/2" in diameter...

Patrice's giraffe has personality! And, he and his 17" necklace are made of wonderful materials: apple turquoise, Bavarian glass, red coral, Mojave green turquoise and 24K gold plate on brass. Pendant is 1 1/2" by 2 1/4" and is chunky. Note the lovely design on the back of the pendant. Earrings are 1" in diameter and are Bavarian glass and Mohave green turquoise with 24K gold plated clips.

American designer Patrice has created this charming pair in natural stones and brass. The necklace is composed of yellow jade,Chinese amazonite and pearls (note the beautiful pearl in the ornate shell just above the dolphin pendant). The clip earrings are composed of Chinese amazonite and honey jasper. The necklace is 17" end to end and the pendant 2" in diameter. The earrings are 1" in diameter. They are priced separately.

Elegant and dramatic Judith Leiber. Flat chains support beautifully designed panels which are chunky and very three dimensional. Judith Leiber signature is on the reverse side. Length from clasp to bottom of pendant is 18 1/4". Pendant width 1 7/8".

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.

As with all of Dorothy Bauer's rhinestone jewelry, the stones are Austrian crystal and are prong set. The frame is constructed and soldered by hand. California designer Bauer creates some pieces in LIMITED EDITIONS. This Christmas tree is one of them and this particular tree is 26/120 as is shown on the back of the pin. The Bauer cartouche is also displayed on the back. A white leather-like storage pouch and a collectors' record and description are included. The pin is 2 1/2" tall, 1 1/2" wide.

Elegant special occasion clip earrings by Vrba. The stones and the faux pearls are the finest in quality. Large and dramatic, these earrings are definitely show stoppers! 4 1/2" long from top of clip to bottom of dangles. 2 1/8" wide. Lawrence Vrba name plate on the back of both earrings.

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.

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.

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.

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).

Delicate look, both the pendant and the beads.Patrice designs are of heirloom quality with, in this case, black onyx, faceted carnelian, and purple jade in the pendant, and tiny, glistening peridot beads in the chain. Double strand chain 17" with toggle closure. Chunky pendant 1 1/4" by 1" with 1 1/2" dangle.