Premium LOT Silver Jewelry Estate Collection - Signed Hector Aguilar .980, 1965 Mikimoto Akoya Pearl 925 Sterling Silver (NHK Ed.), Antique Italian Sautoir & Campo Ligure Filigree .800 Silver (4 Pcs - No Reserve) Dear Bidders, Please note that this highly curated estate lot is offered completely WITHOUT a reserve price (No Reserve). This exceptional collection features four investment grade, historically significant vintage and antique silver jewelry pieces. Each piece boasts distinct maker verifications, premium craftsmanship, and unique artisan details. Full individual photo galleries are provided for each item, including precision digital scale verifications, caliper measurements, and macro/microscopic close Ups of all hallmarks. Thank you for reviewing this premium lot! 1. Signed Hector Aguilar Taxco .980 Fine Silver Modernist Signet Ring (ca. 1935–1945) A heavy, architectural masterwork of Mexican modernism from the golden age of Taxco de Alarcón. Features a bold, sculptural double peak wedge top. Material: Ultra high purity silver alloy. Official professional XRF (X-ray fluorescence) spectrometry analysis confirms an exceptional historical composition of 97.77% Pure Silver (Ag) and a period accurate 0.02% Rhodium (Rh) trace element, confirming authentic early manual smelting. Hallmarks: Hand-punched "980" purity stamp, separately struck "656" design catalog number, and a faint, authentic hand engraved cursive script workshop signature. Weight & Size: 9.25 grams; Inner diameter 16.9 mm (EU 53 / US 6.5). Condition: Excellent vintage condition with deep natural patina in the recesses. 2. Scarce Early 1965 Mikimoto Saltwater Akoya Pearl Silver Brooch (NHK Presentation Edition) An investment grade piece of post war Japanese high jewelry history designed by the legendary House of Mikimoto. This mid century modernist floral spray brooch is a historically documented commemorative gift commissioned by the Japanese National Broadcasting Corporation (NHK - Nippon Hoso Kyokai) in exactly 1965. The Pearls: Three (3) authentic 6mm each, perfectly matched, graduated Mikimoto Akoya cultured pearls with a mirror like deep luster and highly coveted creamy rose overtones. Hallmarks & Craftsmanship: Displays the historic "M" inside a Clam Shell maker's mark (with sharp, historic pagoda roof contours) alongside the early single "S" hallmark inside a square frame (925 Sterling). Features a completely hand-chiseled "NHK 1965" engraving on the reverse, proving individual, freehand workshop customization. Mechanics: Era accurate, robust ball shaped hinge with a fully functional rotating C-safety lock. Weight & Size: 4.30 grams; 52 mm x 28 mm. Condition: Pristine vintage condition, kept in its completely untouched, unpolished state with a gorgeous 60-year micro patina. 3. Antique Massive Italian 800 Silver Sautoir Necklace (1934–1944 Era) A magnificent, exceptionally long, and highly flexible antique necklace handcrafted during the historic WWII period in Italy. Chain Type & Design: Features a beautifully woven flat Foxtail link chain interspersed with an alternating, symmetrical sequence of elongated olive shaped fluted beads, round ribbed beads, and polished smooth silver spheres. Long enough to be double looped around the neck. Hallmarks: Complete official Italian hallmarks from the fascist/WWII era: the "800" purity mark on one side of the end tag, and two truncated hexagonal workshop/province control cartouches on the other. Weight & Length: 11.45 grams; Approx. 82 cm total length (41 cm folded). Condition: Flawless antique condition, sturdy clasp, beautiful natural dark patina. 4. Antique Italian 800 Silver Filigree Frog Brooch (Campo Ligure Style, ca. 1920s–1930s) An exquisitely detailed handcrafted piece embodying the famous Italian filigree tradition of the Campo Ligure (Genoa region). Craftsmanship: Finely twisted silver wires meticulously woven within a solid framework to form the intricate anatomy of a frog. The eyes are set with light-colored accent stones for a vibrant, lifelike character. Hallmarks: Struck on both front legs with the "800" silver purity mark and the "KA" maker's mastermark. Weight & Dimensions: 3.81 grams; 3.78 cm x 2.00 cm. Condition: Completely intact filigree work (no broken wires), original rolling safety clasp in perfect working order. Total Lot Weight & Shipping Terms: • Total Combined Weight: 28.89 grams (Verified on precision digital scale, including pearls and accent elements). • Shipping Notice: To ensure maximum security for these historical investment pieces, the lot will be securely packed and shipped exclusively via Registered Mail with Full Value Insurance and online tracking provided immediately upon dispatch. • Note for US buyers: The shipping fee for the USA includes a mandatory prepaid customs clearance system (Zonos) required by Croatian Post. This means your package will be delivered directly to your doorstep with zero additional customs fees, import taxes, or local postal delays.