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Marked MEXICO & 925
Ring size 7 3/4
Weighs 9 Grams
We are pleased to offer this Sterling Silver Mexican Stylized Reptile Design Ring. We are not sure exactly what the animal on the ring is; however, it appears to be some type of reptile, perhaps a lizard. This one of a kind ring has a natural patina and is in very good condition with only minor nicks from normal use.
Sterling silver is a white and highly reflective precious metal. Sterling refers to silver that is 92.5 percent pure, which should be stamped on the metal, sometimes accompanied by the initials of the designer or country of origin as a hallmark. Although less durable than stainless steel and other precious metals, sterling silver is often employed in watches that coordinate or look like sterling jewelry.
The "Mexico Silver" or "Silver Made in Mexico" marks are seen on pieces from the 1920's through mid 1940's, their silver standard varies, but is commonly above .925 purity.
The following number marks indicate silver purity in a percentage of 1000ths. The intaglio "900" mark is found on work dating from the turn of the century until the 1920's. The intaglio marks "980, 960, 940 & 925" are usually from the mid 1930's to the mid 1940's. The incuse mark "970" was the favorite standard of Antonio Pineda. Most work from ca.1950 onwards is stamped "Sterling" or with an incuse "925" stamp.
As a result of its multitude of silver ore deposits, Mexico has become a cultural center of silversmithing and jewelry design stretching back to pre-colonial times. During the 1930s and up through the '50s artists communities cropped up throughout Mexico. Silver jewelry was among the most influential works to come out of these artist colonies. Today William Spratling and Margot de Taxco, who were associated with this movement, are highly revered by jewelry and silver collectors.
Three miles outside of Mexico City, Taxco has become a destination for tourists and the center of the silver industry. Often called “Silver City,” Taxco with its rolling hills and ancient cathedrals, has over 16,000 silver shops that line the tiny main plaza, Plaza Borda.
Taxco’s history is steeped in the tradition of silver mining since the time of Cortes and is one of the largest silver producers in the world.
The Mexican government has declared Taxco a national monument and has taken great efforts to be sure that the colonial atmosphere is preserved.
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Goodoletom purchased this item from a Hartford area estate. It is unique in our inventory, so Buy It Now and don't be disappointed! (111207AJ01HC)
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