VTG LOS BALLESTEROS TAXCO MEXICAN SILVER BIG EARRINGS

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Welcome to The Vintage Silver Shop Specializing in Vintage Silver from All over the World! Want to get the best tips on cleaning or caring for silver, history about early silver artisans, or to be the first to know about my latest listings? Then...... Subscribe to My Newsletter! .......big+bold...... It's always such a pleasure to get work by the taller of Los Ballesteros whose work is widely known and highly collectible. This is a superior pair of sterling silver earrings, early from this taller, and completely hand made, circa 1942. The earrings feature a large, wreath-like form that dangles beneath a small swirl of silver and they close with well working screwbacks. Bold and big on the ear, yet light enough not to be a bother. Wonderful! Dating Los Ballesteros work can be difficult since they are still producing today and were inconsistent in hallmarking throughout the years, this hallmark is early, as documented by Hougart to be 1942, just after the taller moved to Taxco. The family taller of Los Ballesteros began silversmithing in Iguala in 1937, then moved to Taxco in 1941 where they were and continue to be a large and very successful manufacturer and retailer. Hallmark : Ballesteros Sterling Hand Made Taxco Size: 2" x 1 1/2" (big) Condition: Excellent vintage 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! 14017 Visit My Ebay Store for more treasures! Misc Info: General: The majority of my items are vintage, ranging from 25 to 80 years old. These items have been lovingly used and worn and may show age-related wear or patina. I will always note in the Condition section anything above and beyond normal wear. Understand, as well, that some vintage silver is hand made or partially hand made and will show evidence of tool marks or other elements of a hand workmanship. My vintage silver items also may show some tarnish. I test all stones with a precision gem tester and silver content is tested as well in most cases unless otherwise specified. I clearly outline all major repairs that I know about. The pieces are marked as I have stated and never, ever knowingly "enhanced". I date the pieces by marks, style, and over 25 years experience of dealing in vintage items. Please ask questions if you need more information about a specific piece. I strive to answer questions very promptly! Sales Tax: Residents of MINNESOTA without a resale certficate must pay sales taxes. Payment Update: Ebay has recently implemented a PAPERLESS payment policy meaning that only Paypal is allowed. If you have questions about this new policy, please DO contact me. ~~Now offering Layaway or delayed payment terms - just ask!~~ Shipping Info: For Domestic Shipping: All my items are safely and securely packaged so that your treasure will get to you in as good a condition as it left me. All packages will have Delivery Confirmation which will provide you with some tracking of your package and ALL items are insured at NO additional cost to you. I strive to send out packages within 24 - 48 hours of payment and I do try to honor special requests, just ask! If you have any questions or concerns about your purchase, please do contact me first - I have a 100% satisfaction guaranteed policy & customer service and satisfaction is my primary goal. I always strive to give you FIVE STAR service! For International Shipping: Shipping cost will vary and is dependent upon the value of the item, the weight of the item, and your location . Be aware that delivery can take as little as a few days and at other times, can take as long as a few weeks. The length of delivery will vary based upon your location and the amount of time your package might be handled in Customs. All your items will be insured at NO additional cost to you. Please do understand that any customs duties/VAT taxes are your responsibility at your location. I love my international customers, so if you have any concerns or... read more

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