Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Sterling Silver

A Collection of Sterling Silver and Silver-Tone Jewelry and Decorative Items Including Beau and Catamore - An assortment of jewelry and small decorative objects primarily composed of sterling silver with some silver-plated components. The collection features a large scrollwork brooch marked BEAU STERLING and a bow brooch set with round and marquise-cut purple stones. A complete rosary is included, featuring faceted black beads with a sterling silver crucifix and centerpiece marked CATAMORE STERLING. Other jewelry items include leaf-cluster dangle earrings marked 925, a station necklace featuring cultured pearls on a chain marked 925, and a stick pin marked STERLING PARKER. A variety of pendants are present, including a textured heart, a dolphin, a dragon set with a mother-of-pearl or abalone-type stone, and an iridescent cabochon appearing to be opal in a 925 marked setting. A hinged bangle is inlaid with green shell or stone and bears marks for MEXICO and STERLING. Also included is a decorative handle, likely for a letter opener, bearing the mark 1847 ROGERS BROS. Visible hallmarks and stamps include 925, 925 SU, STERLING, STERLING SILVER, and MEXICO. Total weight: 4.108 ozt (approximately 127.7 grams) Largest item length: approximately 7.5 inches. Items are in good vintage condition with varying degrees of tarnish and light surface wear consistent with age. Stones and pearls appear intact. The metal on several pieces shows characteristic patina. Clasps and pin mechanisms appear to be in functional order.