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This circa 1940 Los Castillo sterling silver bracelet has a very bold, almost Modernist design and significant heft as it is primarily cast silver (the half-spheres or bosses may be case as well or hollow and soldered to the surface). The bracelet measures 1" wide and has an inner circumference of 6 ˝".
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The square and rectangular links have thick borders within which are recessed wells featuring either the large domes or smaller bosses. The links are secured with pins inside tubular hinges. Two clasps secure the bracelet: a hidden push clasp as well as a pin clasp that slides into interlocking tubes. Additionally, there is an affixed security chain.
The hallmark (shown in the "Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks" book by Bille Hougart on page 101) is one of the early ones used by the Los Castillo Taller and dates the piece to 1940-1945. It reads "Los Castillo, Taxco, Sterling, Made in Mexico, 111." The condition is very fine overall: there are some small dings in the raised bosses and a scratch near the clasp. There are no breaks or holes. I am so impressed with the double clasps but they are a wise addition as the bracelet does weigh 85 grams!
Antonio Los Castillo worked with William Spratling in the Taller Border before starting his own Taxco workshop in 1939 so this bracelet is among the early pieces made at his taller.
This is a store Special and does not qualify for further discount, however, most shop items are eligible for the current special (see top of page) so please be sure to browse. New items are added every day!
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