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Wonderful aqua green antique silk sateen dress with matching high brim bonnet .... fit perfect for french or German doll about around 20" / 21" ( 52 - 55 cm ) for Bru , Jumeau , Steiner , Gaultier or other pretty doll.
Superb one of a kind most hand sewn aqua green silk sateen dress with pretty silk cord decoration around the neck.
Has small ruffles front and pretty lace collar .
3/4 long puff sleeves with lace ruffles and silk bows at wrist...
Song Dynasty two fish celadon plate with lotus leaf pattern to the underside. In good condition overall. Note, one fish embossment appears slightly voided during the making process of plate. Coloration difference from green to more olive on one side. Higher resolution images upon request. Diameter: 7.50 inches; height: 1.75 inches.
E & M Perez
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Of gilt bronze, this fine snuff box is likely a master or table snuff box, as its dimensions are larger than one usually carried in a pocket. It measures 3 1/16" x 2 3/8" across the lid, and is 1 1/2" high. The base is slightly smaller, as the lid overlaps and fits tightly on the base. The scene on top depicts a man seated in a chair, surrounded by others, including a man in Chinese clothing. It appears that the man in the chair has his arm over a keg, and seems to be a bit tipsy...
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Very nice and rare early bisque fashion doll attributed by Bru ... France circa 1868 .... has fine pale quality of bisque and best quality of painting.
With original wig and body and finally wearing with pretty antique afternoon costume !!
15,5" ( 39 cm ) beautiful poupee with pale bisque pressed swivel head on kid - edged bisque shoulder plate.
She has plump cheeks and wonderful dark blue enamel inset eyes with dramatic black painted lashes and eyeliner...
Tang Dynasty green glazed spouted wine ewer. Vessel is small likely made for individual servings. Glaze has a nice sheen , however, there are some small chips to actual glaze. No chips or cracks to the ewer itself. Height: 3 inches; diameter: 2.50 inches
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Wonderful French bisque poupee in larger size with best quality of bisque and accented by gorgeous very deep blue eyes enhanced further by dramatic painting of eyeliner and large lashes.
This beauty is 22,5" ( 58 cm ) with fines bisque quality swivel head on kid-lined bisque shoulder plate.
Has very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and special thick dark eyeliner .
Finest painted dark curly lashes and arched feathered brows.
She has on close...
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This is an Enrique Ledesma work of art. He was known for his stone work and this is a beautiful azurmalachite necklace that has a weight of 70 grams and is 1.25in. at the highest point on the drop. No dents, repairs, or damage but there is glare. It was difficult to show the gorgeous color in these stones, so I have tried to show them in different light. They are natural and have matrix running through the stones as they turn color from blue to green, with browns and gold hues as well...
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Impeccably preserved doll and trousseau in original presentation box for the French market , typical of those from on luxury Paris doll shop .
On rare 9" ( 23 cm ) German Bisque flapper doll by Armand Marseille for the French market presented in a pink and gilt paper trimmed presentation box with original trousseau.
Which included all hand sewn and embroidery lace dress , silk ruffled collar , pink muslin dress with hand embroidery roses , some pieces of under wear , on nice...
The Kura
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The seven gods of fortune are depicted in rich gold, vibrant colors and textures on this exceptional set of Kutani Sake Cups from the Kaburagi Studio enclosed in the original compartmentalized wooden box. Each cup is unique, measuring roughly 5.5 cm (2 inches) diameter, 3 cm (1 inch) tall and all are in excellent condition. The Kaburagi studio produced some of the finest wares in Kutani. Founded in 1822, it survives to this day under the same family, now in the 8th generation...
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Antique Shaman Phurba , H 29 cm
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a super fine phur-ba , H 27 cm
Presented on iron stand
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Figuring a Shaman playing the drum, H 42 cm
Presented on a iron stand
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Anthropomorphic ghurra showing a sitting protector in the namaste gesture, H 29 cm
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Vintage 1940's sterling silver necklace designed & signed by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The necklace measures 20" long X 1" wide. 55 grams, 1.09oz. Beautful condition with a rich warm patina. Signed on the reverse SPRATLING SILVER, WS SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO. Pictured on Phyllis Goddards' website spratlingsilver.com. Spratling designs are featured in the permanent 20th Century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art - LACMA.
One Good Eye Silver
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Vintage Sigi Pineda Mexican silver cuff bracelet in a classic and difficult to find Taxco mod design featuring a wavy ribbon appliqué rendered more sculptural by Sigi's masterful use of oxidation. A stunning bracelet and an ode to modernist minimalism which, when done right, can create sublime jewelry it has an inner circumference of 6 7/8" (including the 1 1/4" gap) with its width varying between 1 1/2" and 3/4"...
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Most beautiful antique French silk and lace outfit for one of your favorite French or German doll´s about circa 18" / 19" ( 46 - 48 cm ).....
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Very charming and sweet 24" ( 61 cm ) French Bebe by Jumeau with childlike face expression , original body ...wig ......
The Kura
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Mother of pearl is inset into the silver powder dusted lattice set between red lacquered pillars forming this art-deco era lacquer vase enclosed in the original signed wooden box by Iwamura Sadao (1912-1944). A brass insert which rests perfectly between the four corners allows for flowers. The strong geometric patterning embodies the Art Deco style so popular in Japan in the 1930s. It is 6-1/4 inches (16cm) square, 15-1/2 inches (39.5 cm) tall and in overall fine condition...
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William Spratling signed chain necklace is an early first phase masterpiece design. The necklace has a width of one inch and 5mm. thick. This beauty is fluid in it's motion and lays like a dream. It has a wearable length of 17.5in. The weight is 315 grams of almost pure silver which shows up as a very white silver. The ridge down the center of the chain adds great depth and dimension. No damage or flaws...
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We are offering a very rare Los Castillo Cuff numbered 710 with the old linear hallmarks as shown...
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5184 is an early design for Margot Van Voorhies Carr produced in her Taller Margot de Taxco. The length is approximately 17in. and it comes with an extra 3in. extension shown separately making approximately 20 in. long. The drop breaks down into 2 brooches which was an innovative approach in making your necklace do more for the value. She was known to have the woman in mind with each of her designs. The chain is 11mm. wide and the drop is 3.5in. across and 2in. tall. The repousse is definitely n...
Celadon Art Gallery
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The exterior of the deep rounded sides carved with a band of petals rising from the foot to the flat everted rim, and the interior decorated in the center with two molded fish, covered overall with a glaze of guan type sea-green tone except for the foot rim burnt reddish-brown in the firing 14.5 cm diam. No chips, cracks or hairlines and free from restoration.
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Ewer with a straight round body shape with a flat shoulder and set on splayed foot. There opposite shoulder tip of spout and handle. Part of the body is decorated with a flower chrysanthemum. On the shoulder there is a key decoration fret or thunder pattern border. The lower part of the body to the feet decorated with early - type petal lappets and diamond diaper border. Perfect condition, no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations. Measure 10 cm wide and 9.5 high.
One Good Eye Silver
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One of the nicest, early Los Castillo repousse necklaces I have seen, this piece is a pleasure to wear and to behold. Meticulously worked scrolling links with beading and scale details combine in a pectoral that is eye-catching and attractive without being overwhelmingly big. With a wearable length of 16" (might wear a little longer because of the flexibility of the central links , its pectoral part is about 5 1/4" wide and 3 1/4" tall while at the chain, the necklace is just above 1/2" wide. ...
Celadon Art Gallery
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ongquan charger covered with guan type - crackle celadon glaze and decorated with chrysantemum flower on the center. Glazed Base. Southern Song 南宋 (1127–1279). Measurement : Diameter: 27 cm. Condition : firing fault on the back, no chips, cracks or hairlines and free from restorations..
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Longquan plate/bowl covered with greyish green celadon glaze. Glazed Base. Southern Song 南宋 (1127–1279). Measurement : Diameter: 14.3 cm. Condition : perfect, no chips, cracks or hairlines and free from restorations. ...
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Superb one of a kind antique silk sateen costume with matching bonnet .... fit perfect for French or German Doll about circa 22" ( 58 cm ) .....
Wonderful for Jumeau - Steiner - Bru - Gaultier - Eden Bebe or other pretty doll.....
It is a most beautiful pink one of a kind silk sateen dress with front and back part fully of fine hand made pleated upper part , stiff neckline with cream cord decoration , small nice sateen pleats and lace decoration at shoulder.
It has long s...
One Good Eye Silver
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The quintessential book-piece and one of Hector Aguilar's most loved and time-defying creations the Maguey necklace at hand is wrought in almost pure, 990 silver and dates early in the maestro's career. Stunning, difficult to find and sublime, it measures 18″ long (wearable) with the central links part being 6 1/8″ long by 1 5/8″ tall (at center front) and the chain having a width of 1/2″. It weighs a good 178.00 grams and is fully and appropriately signed with Aguilarâ...
Antiquarian Art Co.
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Fine set of Twelve Alvin sterling napkin rings in fine condition.
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Rare to find in such wonderful condition early English wooden doll in generally excellent condition to age... from around 1780 / 90 .....
Beautiful and very loveable face expression on carved wooden head and torso with bosom and waist.
She has inset black enamel eyes with tiny dot - painted lashes and brows.
Elegant pointy nose and closed mouth with wide center accent line and pretty blushed cheeks !
Original finish with small finish retouch at chin and forehead. All n...
The repousse brass on wood mortar with Kala heads.
The iron pestle mounted with a hardwood kneeling figure. Ca. Late 19th to early 20th century. The mortar is 15 cm long, the pestle 29 cm.
Antiquarian Art Co.
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A fine pair of Sheffield Silver Candlesticks by Mathew Boulton c.1790. Boulton a famed English inventor and manufacturer of fine Sheffield Silver Plate. Each candle stick is hall marked with the Boulton touch mark. Measuring 8.5" T x 4.5"W. in very good condition some copper showing through.
Abacus Asian Art
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Very cute Bisque Baby doll by Koenig and Wernicke .... Germany circa 1910 ....in generally excellent condition.
The cute dolly is 20,5" ( 52 cm ) and has on bisque socket head with pretty blue well working glass sleep eyes , painted and mohair lashes ( small missing at one eye) and brush-stroked brows.
Pierced nostrils and open mouth with fine shaded and outlined lips. Two porcelain upper teeth and tongue .
Replaced curled brunette mohair wig and composition bent limp baby body...
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Rare early period bisque Bebe by Jules Steiner .... circa 1875 / 77 ... with most beautiful light blue eyes , best quality of pale bisque and painting and rare two row of tiny teeth in her smiling open mouth.
Original body and in all complete generally excellent condition.
Very nice early 16" ( 41 cm ) Bebe has pressed bisque socket head with pretty light blue inset eyes encircle of dark eyeliner .
Fine painted lashes and brows and small open mouth with rare two row of tiny ...
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A kendi, covered overall with green glazed typically of Fujian province Quanzhou ware exported to South-East Asian region. Yuan period 13th/14th century. Condition is very good excepted glaze flake like indicated on pictures, no crack, no chip and free from any restoration. Height: 17.5 cm.
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A very nice and unusual painted of blue & white dish which found in South-Sulawesi, decorated with a large flower blossom to base within double circle. Condition is good with two hairline cracks, only one with a chip to inner side of mouth rim, further in very good condition. Ming dynasty late 15th to early 16th century, Hongzhi period. Diameter : 31.6 cm.
Coins and Antiques Gallery
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Hand carved natural jadeite pendant, depicting dragon & phoenix. Dimension: 53 x 41 x 8 (mm) or 2.09 x 1.61 x 0.31 inches with total weight of 0.06 lbs/28 grams, no condition concerns. Introduction. Jadeite generally occurs in metamorphic rocks with a higher-pressure origin and is made of interlocking, blocky, granular crystal. The hardness of the Jadeite is usually between 6.5 to 7. The density of the Jadeite is between 3.25 to 3.36. Jadeite, compared to nephrite jade, commonly has a more sug...
One Good Eye Silver
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Stupendous - literally - Francisco Rivera for Emma bracelet in an "archeological" design, this is a cuff fit for a warrior princess! Hefty, meticulously worked and perfectly finished, it exudes confidence and represents the epitome of the "statement" bracelet. It is tapered so as to better fit the lower arm / wrist and its inner circumference at mid-height is 6 1/2" (including the 1 1/4" gap; I have a 5 3/4" wrist and I can wear it pushed 1 3/4" above the wrist bone). The cuff's height reach...
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The pear-shaped body rises to a tall cylindrical neck surmounted by a lobed garlic bulb-shaped mouth and pair of dragon-fish handles suspending large stationary rings from their tails. The vase also decorated by incised floral on the body. Glazed Base.
20 cm high
Small chip on the foot rim, no hairlines or craks and free from restorations.
Celadon Art Gallery
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The vase has a globular body and tall long neck flanked by tubular handles, and is covered allover in a guan type glaze of slightly bluish green which falls in a line above the glazed base. 21 cm high Three tiny chips on the base, no cracks or hairlines and free from restorations.
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An 18 " ( 46 cm ) especially cute and so beautiful example of the rare to find model " Bougoin " with finest quality of bisque and painting .
Has very gentle expression and well functioning lever mechanism on the original signed Steiner eyes.... original early body and body finish and wearing fine antique turquoise silk costume with richly silk ribbon trim , undergarments, socks and leather shoes !
Made in France by Jules Steiner .... circa 1887/90
This rare beauty has o...
Celadon Art Gallery
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A very rare big shard sample of five dynasty covered box, this large shard is decorated with celadon glaze, there is good sample drawing of twin birds. This shards is very good for studying and comparison to any one who interested in studying early Chinese porcelain...
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A very rare big shard sample of five dynasty covered box, this large shard is decorated with celadon glaze, there is good sample drawing of twin butterfly. This shards is very good for studying and comparison to any one who interested in studying early Chinese porcelain...
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Hand-carved Chinese natural Hetian jade pendant - fisherman. Dimension: 57 x 46 x 17 (mm) or 2.24 x 1.81 x 0.67 inches with total weight of 0.15 lbs/68 grams, no condition issues. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in
late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17. Most of the nephrite jade in the world are g...
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A very rare big shard sample of five dynasty bowl, this shard is decorated with celadon glaze, there is good sample drawing of dragon. This shards is very good for studying and comparison to any one who interested in studying early Chinese porcelain.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1930
item #1277502
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This is a very old pre Spratling era Yalalag cross with it's original chain of a long 48 inches. Each cross on the chain is of thick silver. All of the beads on the chain are 9mm and hand made. The drop is 6in. long and the beads are much larger than the chains beads at 13mm. Again all the crosses on the drop are extremely thick silver and are also hand made. Pieces like this were normally not signed and this one is of no exception. When in your hands you can see the hand made quality of all the...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960
item #1277325
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We are offering a rarely seen Hector Aguilar bracelet that is 7.25in. long and 1in. wide. This bracelet is very comfortable to wear and moves like a slinky on your arm. No damage or flaws of any kind and collector quality. Correctly hallmarked as shown.
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Most beautiful light green and cream antique silk costume with matching wire bonnet... fit perfect French or German doll about circa 19"/20" ( 50-52 cm )....for Jumeau - Steiner - Bru - Gaultier - Eden Bebe or other one of your favorite doll´s !!
It is a pretty most hand sewn one of a kind French dress of light green silk and pretty cream and green striped silk.... fully ornate with beautiful French lace and a lot of elegant accessory.
Pretty ornate front part with lace collar, s...
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Very pretty French All bisque Mignonette in Presentation Box with Trousseau and fine accessory !!
The cute 4" / 10 cm all bisque Mignonette has swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso.
Tiny blue glass enamel inset eyes with finest painted lashes and feathered brows. Has closed mouth with shaped lips , sweet tiny blonde curled fur wig.
Peg jointed bisque arms and legs with painted black heeled shoes and white stocking with blue rim. Wearing very beautiful with silk costume and ...
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A definite clamper with a presence that makes all comment when you wear it. Made by Gerardo Lopez who is well known for quality and strong designs in clamper bracelets. The diameter is 2.5in. and the height is also 2.5in. The repousse is a heavy 71 grams. No flaws or damage and a tight spring. A real treasure for collectors.
Rare geometrical, eye catching sterling silver and azurite brooch or pin designed and signed circa 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Pin measures 2 3/4" across X 1". 12 handcut stones are set on either side of a center silver channel. The stones are shadowed by silver triangles. Beautiful unpolished vintage condition. Pin back and safety lock work perfectly. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. This design was featured in the museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN...
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20" / 52 cm ...... Very beautiful earliest period inside " DEPOSE" bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with very delicate complexion with soft details , early original body and nice wearing .
She is one the rare to find inside mark Depose Bebe´s by Jumeau which was produced only a short time by Emile Jumeau ..... circa 1880
Beautiful pressed bisque socket head with blue glass paperweight inset eyes with dark eyeliner , fine painted lashes and mauve-blushed eye shadow.
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A cast silver pin/pendant with irregular branches and a lustered, textured surface. The abstract design is enhanced with a translucent lacquer finish that gives the silver a whitish or gold tint in some areas. The glass beads are a deep red to imitate coral and are secured with adhesive applied to the back, in some places excessively. The rollover clasp is in good working order; a sturdy bail is applied behind one tip. The piece measures 2 ¼ inches long by 1 ¾ inches at its widest area. It is...
Vintage hand wrought sterling silver stuffing or serving spoon designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The spoon is 12 3/8" long and weighs a hefty 121 grams, 4.3 oz. Signed on the reverse WS Spratling 925 TAXCO MEXICO with eagle 30. Beautiful condition - no dents or dings. Pictured on the informative website spratlingsilver.com.
Handsome pair of vintage hand carved rosewood serving pieces designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Each is set with 12 silver beads and measure 10 1/2" long. Signed on reverse with the rare SPRATLING OF MEXICO and WS. Pictured on spratlingsilver.com.
Galerie Hafner
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A small fan painting by an anonymous painter of the Tosa School in ink, colors and gold on paper. Mounted on goldfleck paper. Depicting a battle scene of the "Tale of the Heike", an epic account of the struggle between the Taira and Minamoto clans for control of Japan at the end of the 12th century. This fan painting probably belongs to the same set of illustrations of the "Heike Monogatari" in the Museum of Asian Art in Berlin. Condition: slightly browned, some pigments rubbed. Dimension: 24.4 ...
Vintage 1930's sterling silver and carved onyx box designed and signed by Frederick Davis (1880-1961). Measures 3 3/4" X 2" X 1 1/2" high. Box weighs 129 grams, 4.05 oz. Beautiful original condition with no dings or dents. Carved onyx Mayan face in perfect condition. Davis designs are featured in the 20th Century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art - LACMA.
Abacus Asian Art
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A rare found of small stemcup, decorated to the exterior covered with underglazed copper-red, the interior with molded incised panels fillet with various emblems in the form of medallion and cavetto sides with a dragon. Condition is perfect, no any chip, no crack and free from any restoration. Yuan dynasty 13th/14th century. Mouth diameter: 8cm and Height: 9.5cm.
Vintage hand wrought sterling silver "dimpled dots fertility" bracelet designed and signed circa 1940-50's by Taxco Mexico silver Maestro Hector Aguilar (1905-86). Bracelet measures 1" wide and 6 3/4" long. It weighs a hefty 109 grams, 3.8oz.
Beautiful condition. Pin closure and attached safety chain in perfect working order. Hallmarked on the reverse HA .940 TAXCO and the eagle 9. Pictured on p. 100 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk and on p. 28 of SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Pe...