Antique Vintage Taxco Finely Made Abalone & Silver Inlay Signed Butterfly Brooch

Description: Antique Vintage Taxco Finely Made Abalone & Silver Inlay Signed Butterfly Brooch TRUE VINTAGE ANTIQUE AGE True Antique / Vintage estimated to be 1930s-1940s, possibly 1950s (maybe later?), based on age of prior owner age and their collection. Exact determination of age, materials, terminology, region, and possible Artisan left to discretion of Buyer at time of bid and purchase. SIGNATURE HECHO EN MEXICO ECF (or is it 'EGF'?) 925 Cannot locate in THE LITTLE BOOK OF MEXICAN SILVER TRADE AND HALLMARKS Bille Hougart, New revised edition ORIGIN Mexico Estate sale find. Family spent significant amount of time in the Yucatan and surrounding areas in the 1930s - 1950s, item likely dates to that time. MY HISTORY WITH TAXCO JEWELRY As a kid, I vacationed with my family throughout the lower panhandle and West Coast of Mexico; Yucatan, Uxmal, Chichen Itza, Merida, Cozamel, and later Manzanillo. From that, I developed a strong appreciation for quality antique vintage Taxco jewelry that I carry to this day. I am not an expert, however; due to my attraction, I have kept my eye out for quality pieces since. MEASUREMENT (Please see photos) COMPOSITION Hand made of silver, finely set with abalone. Marked HECHO EN MEXICO 925 Tests silver. The testing kit used does not indicate purity. Pin mechanism dates back to ca. 1930s - a mass produced modern safety catch. Unable to determine age via catch beyond post 1930s. Exact determination of age, materials, terminology, region, and possible Artisan left to discretion of Buyer at time of bid and purchase. All elements (except stones set in the necklace and earrings) test silver. The testing kit used does not indicate purity. TOTAL WEIGHT 7.9g CONDITION The item in this listing is specified as Antique / Vintage. It will show signs of previous use or wear unless otherwise described. It is carefully examined at the time of listing and described as thoroughly as possible with detailed photos and measurements. Excellent Antique / Vintage condition with some tarnish. Suitable for wear. Priced with above in mind. Sold as is, as found, as described to the best of my ability / knowledge, and as shown. PHOTOS Photos provided are an integral part of the listing. I provide as much detail as possible. Please review all photos. QUESTIONS Please read description and Contact me if you have any questions or concerns before the end of the auction / prior to purchase as I do not accept returns. I will get back with you in less than 24 hours. I gladly respond with further pictures if needed. ME I have been a Seller (and a Buyer) on eBay since 2004. ***I am an individual and not a business*** I am a Top Rated eBay Seller and take extra care in the listing and packaging of all items. I sell only quality items, describing them as accurately as possible. All clothing, accessories and footwear are freshly cleaned or dry cleaned, from my own collection, unless otherwise described. AUTHENTICITY I do not sell, own, or buy fakes. I focus on unusual items with an eye for quality andr designer clothing, Mid Century Modern and Scandinavian design, Fine Art, Art Noveau, Art Deco, and true antique items. ALL ITEMS ARE SMOKE FREE All items come from a non smoking home. SHIPPING The item will arrive to you carefully packed and ready to love. Thank you, enjoy!

Price: 19.99 USD

Location: Grafton, Wisconsin

End Time: 2024-09-03T16:01:16.000Z

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