Large Vintage Taxco Amethyst 980 Silver Filigree Pendant

A fantastic amethyst-set oversized articulated silver pendant originating from the Mexican town of Taxco, which has been associated with silver mining and jewellery making for centuries. The filigree work is beautiful but it's the glossy purple amethyst cabochon which is the star of the show. The top section, fashioned as a bow, can be removed from the bottom section quite easily to wear either on its own.

SIZE: 8 x 4cm. The amethyst is 2cm diameter.

WEIGHT: 18.0g.

MATERIALS: 980 silver - almost pure silver, and a higher fineness than 925 sterling.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: Stamped TAXCO 980.

CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition.

ERA: Estimated c.1940s.

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