April 16, 2024
Taxco Silver & Turquoise Bernice Goodspeed - De Anza Borrego Springs California
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Up for bidding is a remarkable sterling "Taxco" silver and turquoise money clip, signed by Bernice Goodspeed, circa late 1950s-1960s. Description : The piece measures approximately 1 5/8" wide by 2 1/4" tall (40mm x 60mm). It features a ram's head design in sterling silver inlaid with crushed turquoise. A money clip is attached. The clip is inscribed with DE ANZA / DESERT / C.C. The back of the ram's head is stamped with STERLING / 925 and TAXCO / B / MEXICO in a circle .The De Anza Desert Country Club of Borrego Springs, California was designed in 1956 and was a classic mid-century desert golf course. It is still open today.Bernice Goodspeed was a cultural anthropologist who moved to Taxco, Mexico in 1938, and handcrafted silver pieces there until her death in 1971, becoming a well-respected silversmith over the years.Condition : The money clip was used and has an attractive natural aging. The turquoise fill is a bit "rough" in places, visible in the first photograph. The silver has a bit of toning on the ram's head. Please examine the photographs for further details and quality.A lovely piece and a great addition to a collection.Thanks for looking! Shipping Information: All items will be packed safely and securely, and all orders come with delivery confirmation.Free shipping to anywhere in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. $10.00 shipping
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