Shoestrings Ceramic Zooboloos Pink Moose Bolo Tie
Can you field-dress a moose? Or do you have "pink fuzzy" feelings toward ole Bullwinkle? This cute whimsical ceramic bolo slide tie necklace by Shoestrings for the sporty gal depicts a moose head against a white polka-dot on pink background. This was part of Shoestrings' Zooboloos line with various animals. Moose measures 3 3/8" wide, 2 1/4" height, with total cord length of 31". Very good condition apart from some mild surface crazing, which is fairly typical for these ceramic pieces.
Shoestrings was based in the Bay area and produced whimsical ceramic jewelry, probably around 1980s/90s. The look and style is very similar to Ruby Z, Flying Colors and Parrot Pearls lines, though I don't know if there was a connection. - $80
Parrot Pearls Ceramic Cat Trio Necklace
Cartoon-like cats (left-facing, right-facing and front-facing) comprise this cat trio ceramic necklace by Parrot Pearls. Color scheme of black, white, and blue, with coordinating round, tubular and saucer beads. Cat pendants measure just over 2" height. Approximately 17" length, with signature bead situated near metal screw-barrel clasp. Excellent condition with perfectly working clasp. - $165
Ruby Z Ceramic Boy Polar Bear Pendant or Ornament
Ceramic dancing boy polar bear in colorful neck ruffle and party hat is similar to pins and necklaces produced by Candace Loheed's RUBY Z line. This piece has a loop incorporated into the design, and can be used as a Christmas ornament or strung onto a necklace. 3 3/4" height including loop. Signed Ruby Z with copyright symbol on reverse. Condition is excellent apart from superficial surface crazing which is typical of these pieces. - $40
Warner Blue Aurora Borealis Cat Figural Pin
Gorgeous signed WARNER figural seated cat pin features blue aurora borealis rhinestones, with clear rhinestones decorating his collar and tail. Silver tone metal setting; marked WARNER in oval cartouche on reverse. 2 3/4" height; excellent condition with all stones present and sparkling, metal plating intact.View of back - $95
Ruby Z / Candace Loheed Large Black Scotty Dog Pin
3-inch black ceramic Scotty dog pin is lightly sculpted; the only contrast is a tiny handpainted eye. Stamped Ruby Z on reverse. Glued-on metal pinback. Excellent condition. - $65
1940s Carved Wood Full Body Giraffe Figural Pin
Great vintage item! Circa 1940's/50s, this carved wood figural pin is crafted with simple yet elegant artistry, a full body giraffe looking backward over his shoulder. Measures 4" height. Two-part metal pinback is embedded in back. Very good condition apart from a couple small surface scrapes. - $30
Ruby Z Ceramic Scotty Dog & Tartan Plaid Bead Necklace
Scotty love! This black scotty dog necklace by Flying Colors features a 3" dog centerpiece, two great tartan plaid tubular beads, and red, white, black and silver metal accent beads. Measures 24" in length. Signature bead is located near metal screw-barrel clasp. There is a tiny rough spot on the tip of his ear, visible from the back. Condition otherwise is excellent. - $200
Flying Colors Ceramic Dachshund Dog and Hot Dog Pins on Card
Adorable set of two pins by Flying Colors includes a tan dachshund with painted features (3") and a reddish-brown hot dog (1 1/2"). Pins have rolling/locking clasp mechanisms. Both are on original card; card is creased. - $65
Early Hattie Carnegie Sterling Silver Capricorn Zodiac Pin
Fantastic figural brooch is marked Sterling, and is attributable to Hattie Carnegie based on non-sterling signed versions in this same series. The patent for pins in this series was registered in 1944 by designer Hugo de Alteriis. Beautifully crafted, with classical Greco-Roman figure holding the horn of the ram, with a faceted ruby red glass stone set into a star shape, and the word Capricorn incised in a banner at the bottom. 2" across; excellent vintage condition with minimal scratching/plating nicks observable on reverse under magnification. - $240
Flying Colors Ceramic "Speak No Evil" Monkey Pin
Ceramic pin by Flying Colors depicts the "Speak No Evil" monkey. (This artisan jewelry maker also produced a matching necklace. Still, this is a fun piece all by itself!) 1 1/2" height; nicely detailed with textured surface to mimic hair. Stamped Flying Colors on reverse; glued-on metal pinback. Excellent condition. - $35
Vintage Carved Wood Giraffe Head Bangle Bracelet
Beautiful vintage bangle bracelet features a spotted giraffe, the head beautifully carved in three dimensional detail, body spotted all around. The wood is buttery smooth, a great piece. 1/2" wide and thick, with standard 2 1/2" diameter opening. - $15
Jewelry 10 / Cynthia Chuang Mouse Stickpin
Contemporary enamel artists and husband-and-wife team Cynthia Chuang and Erh-Ping Tsai created this wonderful enamel and porcelain mouse stick pin. Tail and whiskers are wires, and the piece measures 2 5/8" x 3 1/2". Stamped Jewelry 10 on reverse. Excellent condition. - $80
Razza Style 1970s Elephant Pendant Necklace ~ Resin Body
This large chunky pendant necklace, circa 1970s, features a 3" elephant in textured gold-tone metal, with a molded resin body. Unmarked but looks very much like Razza; possibly an unsigned version. 18 1/2" etched gold-tone link chain with spring-ring clasp. Very good condition with minor occasional plating wear. - $40
Vintage Figural Rhinestone Cat Pin ~ Trembler Tail
Vintage figural cat pin is unmarked but looks similar to cats made by Warner. This guy has a rounded had and body set with metallic gold-colored rhinestones, goldtone metal whiskers, and clear rhinestones set into the ears, collar and tail. The tail is attached to a spring so that it trembles with wearer's movement. 2" height; very good condition with all stones present and in good color. - $50
Sculptural Enameled Pink Mouse Pin
These sweet, tiny little mouse pin is vintage and fashioned from enameled stamped metal. 1". Marked "Foriegn" [sic] on pin back. Excellent condition. - $10
Capri Metallic Gold Rhinestone Poodle Dog Pin
Unsigned poodle dog pin, circa 1960s, is a Capri design. This wonderful figural dog was produced in a variety of color combinations, and this fellow features metallic gold rhinestones accented with clear mirrored chatons and marquises, and tiny red crystals for the eye and nose. Gold-tone metal setting; very solid construction. Measures approximately 2" in height and width. Excellent condition. - $65
Ruby Z / Candace Loheed Ceramic Rabbit and Carrots Necklace
Vintage Ruby Z / Candace Loheed ceramic necklace features a white and black bunny rabbit and carrots, accented with white disc and round beads, and white with black polka-dot rounds. Two green beads are situated near the metal screw-barrel clasp. Fun piece for Spring! Bunny measures 2 1/2" across. Total necklace length is 21 1/2". Very good condition apart from a couple rough spots on top of carrots (does not appear to be actual breakage), and surface crazing to the white surfaces. Elements are securely strung on nylon filament; metal screw-barrel clasp. - $165
Flying Colors Ceramic Cat Necklace A trio of friendly black-and-white kitty cats adorn this ceramic bead necklace by Flying Colors. Accented with black tubular beads and red rounds, elements are securely strung on nylon filament. Closes with metal screw-barrel clasp. 21 1/2" length. Excellent condition. - $160
Ruby Z Ceramic Whimsy Dog Pin
Goofy and adorable dog with black-on-white splotches, pointy tail and smiley face makes a cute pin by Ruby Z (Candace Loheed). Ceramic. 3 3/4" length. Glued-on pinback with rolling/locking clasp. Excellent condition. - $30
Ruby Z Dancing Party Polar Bear Pin
3" ceramic pin features a dancing polar bear in party skirt and hat. Stamped Ruby Z on reverse; glued-on metal pinback. Some mild surface crazing. - $40
