Antique Vintage Mid Century Retro Sterling Silver Mexican Taxco JS Link Necklace
Markings: Mexico 925 JS on the back of the clasp. Gram Weight: 50.4 Grams.
Item Measurements: The necklace has a wearable length of 28.0. It is 0.3 thick. Notable Features: This sensational station style retro chain link necklace was handmade by a talented Mexican Silversmith with the initials "JS" during the Mid Century period. It features a stunning array of bar links, double cable chain links, and sphere beads arranged in an alternating station style. The design of this piece is in the style of William Spratling, and this may have been created by one of his students. With 28 of wearable length, this matinee necklace would fit anyone perfectly. For added security, it features a box clasp, complete with a permanent safety chain. The functionality and design of this piece is exquisite.Mid Century Jewelry was all about being big and bold in design and structure. This beautiful jewelry was inspired by the glamorous nature of the Hollywood regency era. Retro jewelry refers to pieces created in the 1940s and 1950s, a period during which jewelry designers were largely influenced by the changes accompanying World War II. As the name of the period suggests, these designs reflect an infusion of futuristic vision with elements inspired by preceding periods, encompassing a variety of gemstones, shapes, and materials.
Taxco is the location of many silver mines that have been around since the time of conquistadors. During the 1920's Taxco artisans banded together to start creating silver jewelry, since then Taxco jewelry has been considered among some of the finest craftsmanship in silver jewelry in the world. PLEASE WAIT FOR AN UPDATED INVOICE BEFORE PAYING FOR YOUR ITEMS. Thank you for your cooperation. The item "Antique Vintage Mid Century Retro Sterling Silver Mexican Taxco JS Link Necklace" is in sale since Sunday, December 17, 2017.This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Fine\Art Nouveau/Art Deco 1895-1935\Necklaces & Pendants". The seller is "abeautifultimeco" and is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Style: Chain
- Metal: Sterling Silver
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
- Metal Purity: . 925
- Clasp Type: Spring Ring
- Brand: Taxco
- Chain Style: Link