Antique Vintage Mid Century 925 on sale Sterling Silver TAXCO Repousse Pin Brooch 17.2g

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Listing Description by: Megan E.

The Piece

Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965

Markings: Partial "25 T-26" on the back of the brooch, tested, and guaranteed

Country of Origin: Mexico

Brand: Taxco

Gram Weight: 17.2 grams

Metal Type: .925 sterling silver

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Item Measurements:
Length: 1.83"
Width: 1.37"
Pin/Brooch Style: Brooch, lapel pin, hat pin, scarf pin, tie pin

Closure Type: Pin stem with a closed "c" clasp

Convertible to Necklace Pendant: If desired, a jeweler can add a bale to this pendant.

Notable Features:
-Created during the Mid Century era in Mexico by a talented Taxco silversmith
-Composed of .925 sterling silver with gold wash accents
-Features an oval shell-like motif, made with repousse metalworking to create the puffy look of the brooch
-This brooch is completed with a pin on sale stem and a closed "c" clasp for secure wear on clothing and a variety of accessories

Damage: Age appropriate wear. The brooch contains some tarnish, which gives it a lovely antique quality. The price has been reduced to reflect this.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.

Repoussé began as an ancient metalworking technique dating as far back as the 3rd century BC, involving malleable metal that was hammered onto the reverse side to create an image on the front. Examples are found all over the world; Greece, Egypt, and even the Hopewell periods in the American southeast. Reverse side hammering was also used to add detail to the front, creating intricate patterns using grooves, indentations, and channeling. The piece was then carefully polished to create a hollow, eye-catching treasure.


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