C. MELENDEZ OLD MEXICO MEXICAN SILVER AMETHYST BRACELET

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DESCRIPTION : You are bidding a FABULOUS silver and amethyst gemstone bracelet that was handwrought in Mexico, circa 1920's to 1930's. This gorgeous bracelet is masterfully crafted in a very classic art deco style ~ it consists of seven very dimensional silver links ~ the links are round and have deeply incised circular designs ~ each link has a rich deep dark purple amethyst gemstone that is bezel set in silver offset from the center of the link. The links are designed to connect on the back ~ the connections are not visible from the front which gives this piece great design flow. The clasp is a simple hook closure that is seen on much of the very early Mexican silver jewelry ~ the clasp doesn't show when closed so that the bracelet design is continuous. This is a timelessly elegant Mexican bracelet ~ it is a very early piece and is extremely well crafted ~ a classical design that will always be in style ~ a grand asset to any vintage Mexican silver collection! SIZE: Inside circumference when closed is 6" (yes, folks, I have small wrists ~ you could have your jeweler put on a different type of clasp which would add length), width is 1", and weight is 51 grams. CONDITION : Superior vintage condition ~ no chips/cracks/breaks to amethyst gemstones ~ no dents/dings to silverwork ~ no damage noted ~ rich, age associated patina to the silver (could be polisha brilliant shine if new owner prefers that look) ~ just about PERFECT! HALLMARKS : "C. MELENDEZ, MEXICO, LOLNA or ROLNA or something else (not sure what this is ~ it is in script and is raised rather incised into the bracelet ~ please see detail photo). Note that the artist's name and the LOLNA/or whatever it says is a raised mark ~ the very early Mexican silver jewelry had raised, rather than incised marks. PLEASE NOTE: Mexican vintage si lver jewelry is handwrought, and tfore, not perfect ~ each piece will have variances that indicate that the piece is hand made. Vintage pieces will show various signs of wear since they have been pre-loved ~ items are described to the best of my ability and any damage will be noted. Please email me with any questions and check out my other auctions. I try to list new treasures at least six days per week ~ all of my auctions begin and end at 9:00 PM EDST. Thanks for your interest! I am happy to combine shipping for multiple item purchases made within a 5 day period, so the more you buy, the more you save! Payment is due within 5 days of auction end. "No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted." ~ AESOP ~ POLICIES: The posted shipping amount is for domestic only. International shipping will be more. Shipping is by USPS Priority Mail or USPS Global Priority Mail. I am happy to combine shipping for multiple item purchases within a five day period. If you win two or more items, please wait for an email from me that combines shipping before paying with Pay Pal. Insurance is optional but highly recommended. I am not responsible for items lost or damaged in the mail. Payment by Pay Pal is preferred. I also accept money orders and cashiers' checks in US funds; sorry no personal checks. International buyers must use Pay Pal only - no money orders . An email with payment details will be sent when the auction ends. Payment must be received within 5 days of auction end or the item will be relisted. The item will ship the day after payment is received. Please let me know when you have safely received the item by posting my feedback. Once I know that you have received the item, I will post your feedback. Unless otherwise described, items are vintage or antique and will have associated wear ~ silver may be tarnished as I do not polish any vintage silver. Please be advised that I am not a gemologist but describe all items to the best of my ability. All sales are final unless an item is misrepresented in the auction description. If I make an error in a listing and a flaw is not noted, a full refund, including o... read more

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