VINT TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN 980 SILVER DECO CUFF BRACELET

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DESCRIPTION : This is a MAGNIFICENT sterling silver cuff bracelet that was handwrought in Taxco, Mexico, prior to 1948. This piece is made of 980 silver (sterling silver is 925) ~ most of the early Taxco silver jewelry was crafted out of higher grades of silver than sterling. It is masterfully crafted in a wonderful art deco style design ~ the repousse silverwork is truly magnificent ~ t are sterling silver demi sps and a multitude of sterling silver bead accents throughout the design ~ each bead was hand crafted and placed, one by one, on the bracelet ~ very labor intensive and requiring great artistry and skill. Please be sure to supersize the photos to fully appreciate the beauty and superb craftsmanship of this spectacular vintage piece. The silverwork is oxidized which highlights the designs beautifully. This type of cuff is referred to as a clamper cuff ~ it is a hinged design and the hinge is tight and functions perfectly. This is a classically elegant and timeless vintage bracelet ~ it is extremely well made and would be an asset to any vintage Taxco silver collection ~ a wonderful art-to-wear clamper cuff. SIZE: Inside circumference when closed is 7" but is adjustable to larger due to the design of this piece, width in front is 2-3/4", width in back is 1", and weight is 65 grams. CONDITION : Superior vintage condition ~ no dings/dents to silverwork which is amazing for a bracelet that is about 70 years old ~ on one side of the front of the cuff in the heavily oxidized background, t are two miniscule, perfectly round indentations (about the size of a pin head) this is not damage, the bracelet was hand made this way-it is not at all noticeable but I did notice when taking the close up photo of the front which is displayed on this listing ~ no damage noted~ just about PERFECT! HALLMARKS : Simply hallmarked "TAXCO, STERLING, 980" ~ only the tops of the 9 and 8 are visible but it is obvious that it says 980. PL EASE NOTE: Mexican vintage si lver jewelry is hand wrought, and tfore, not perfectly symmetrical ~ each piece will have variances that indicate that the piece is hand made ~ this does not constitute damage. Please look at all of the photos provided as they are a part of the description. 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 known damage will be noted. Please email me with any questions and check out my other auctions. 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! All payments are due within 5 days of auction end. If you are paying by e-check or mailing your payment, your e-check must clear within 5 days of auction end and your mailed payment must be received within 5 days. If you cannot complete your purchase within 5 days, please contact me prior to bidding. "No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted." ~ AESOP ~ POLICIES: T he 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 ~ if paying by e-check through PayPal, your e-check must clear within 5 days of auction end (please do not wait for days before paying by e-check which would delay payment beyond the 5 day days as it tak... read more

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