Decorative ornament - Mexico
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A 16 cm diameter solid sterling silver sombrero miniature from Taxco, Mexico, weighing 152 g, dating to 1980–1990, in good used condition with minor signs of age and spots.
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Splendid and important Mexican miniature collectible sombrero, made of solid sterling silver 925 in the famous city of Taxco between 1948 and 1979. The piece stands out for its generous size (16 cm in diameter) and a substantial weight of no less than 152 grams, markedly heavier than the typical souvenir miniatures of the era. The brim is finely bas-relief engraved with detailed glyphs of the Aztec Calendar (Sun Stone) and decorated with traditional geometric motifs. The edge is finished with twisted rope work and features the classic decorative cord (barbiquejo) in silver resting on the brim. Authenticity stamps on the bottom: Official fiscal mark "Eagle 23" (National Mexican Eagle), identifying the historic workshop of Joaquín Tella / Talleres de los Ballesteros in Taxco. Circular stamp "HECHO EN MEXICO / STERLING". Purity stamp "925". Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. No dents or deep scratches. Retains the splendid original dark patina in the grooves of the engravings, which gives depth to the design. Diameter: approx. 16 cm; Exact weight: 152 grams; Material: Sterling Silver 925.
Splendid and important Mexican miniature collectible sombrero, made of solid sterling silver 925 in the famous city of Taxco between 1948 and 1979. The piece stands out for its generous size (16 cm in diameter) and a substantial weight of no less than 152 grams, markedly heavier than the typical souvenir miniatures of the era. The brim is finely bas-relief engraved with detailed glyphs of the Aztec Calendar (Sun Stone) and decorated with traditional geometric motifs. The edge is finished with twisted rope work and features the classic decorative cord (barbiquejo) in silver resting on the brim. Authenticity stamps on the bottom: Official fiscal mark "Eagle 23" (National Mexican Eagle), identifying the historic workshop of Joaquín Tella / Talleres de los Ballesteros in Taxco. Circular stamp "HECHO EN MEXICO / STERLING". Purity stamp "925". Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. No dents or deep scratches. Retains the splendid original dark patina in the grooves of the engravings, which gives depth to the design. Diameter: approx. 16 cm; Exact weight: 152 grams; Material: Sterling Silver 925.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
152 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Number of objects
1
Material
Silver
Country of origin
Mexico
Style
Contemporary
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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