Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver (140)

This pin is 2 7/8" wide by 2" in height. It is in excellent condition.

Most of these designs represent mythological character from the Tale of Ramayama.The enameling and the gilding are in excellent condition.

The interior cuff bracelet measures approximately 6 1/2" in interior circumference including the gap. The widest point is 1 1/8" at is widest part. It could be made smaller or larger. However, I would suggest taking to a jeweler to make the fit right for you. This bracelet weighs 36.8 grams.

There is a rub to the Japanned area on the right hand side of the profile.

TP-102 925 Mexico sterling is a mark of Matilde Eugenia Poulat and her nephew Richardo Salas ( an heir to Matilde's art).

Matl- Matilde Eugenia Poulat first started "Matl" in 1934 and continued designing some the most collectible Taxco silver until her death in 1960. Her designs for jewelry and religious figures were part of the new cultural vision among Mexico's intellectuals after the Revolution when they sought a new Mexican aesthetic. All Matl designs were executed by accomplished silversmiths under her exacting direction. After her death, her nephew, Ricardo Salas, continued the Matl-Salas line until her death in 2006.

• Hallmarks - Sterling

• Condition - Excellent

• Measures - 7/8" long excluding the bail x 1/2" wide

It can be worn as a pendant or a brooch, but either way, this exceptional piece took untold hours to make and finish with such fine precision.

It is marked, "Talleres de los Ballesteros, Taxco, Gro., 925, Hecho en Mexico. It also has the design number MM34.

According to Billie Hougart's, The Little Book Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks, Talleres de Los Ballesteros was established in the family's home town of Iguala in 1937 by Jalil Majul Ballesteros. It was a family business that eventually moved to Taxco in 1941. They were known as a very successful manufacturer and retailer.

Their stylized, 'B', is a distinguishing mark on their work, which has changed over time. The mark on this piece was used from 1942-1980.

It measures 2 1/2" across the widest part and 2-1/8" across the other direction, and weighs a hefty 26.5 grams. It is a stunning piece of wearable sculpture. This lovely piece is in excellent vintage condition.

The necklace is 16" long.Supposed retail value in the neighborhood of $1,500.00)

None of the moonstones are enhanced.

HALLMARKS: MEXICO; LCJ TAXCO, MEXICO Eagle assay #3 This hallmark is cited in Bille Hougart’s The Little Book of Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks. DIMENSIONS: 3 3/4” x 2”.

CONDITION: Excellent condition. The piece has a secure, rollover-locking clasp, as well as a large bail attached to a tube mechanism that slides on and off the pin stem. BOOK PIECE: This brooch {with a different carved gemstone} is featured on page 62 in Mexican Silver Jewelry Details by Leslie Pina.

Dimensions: 1 1/4" x 1 7/8"

Hallmark: Reja Sterling

Dimensions: 7/8" diameter .

It is 2" x 1 7/8" and weighs 25 grams.

Hallmark: Sterling, Pat Pend.

Dimensions: 1 3/4" x 2" tall

Condition: Excellent

Designer: John Caianiello, Circa 1945-1946

Monogram: My sugar is so refined from Dick

Reference: American Costume Jewelry- Art and Industry, Brunialti & Brunialti, 2008 v. 2 p167

Lucite jelly bellies were copied from figurals originally done in gold and rock crystal.

Ref: Warman's Jewelry, p. 209

Ref: Fun Jewelry by Schiffer p. 76

Ref: American Costume Jewelry by Brunialti pp 153,154.

Ref: Signed beauties of Costume Jewelry by Marcia "Sparkles Brown,Collector Books,,2002, p179