Beautiful Spiny Oyster Aztec Figure Pendant
Peruvian Vintage Jewellery
in stock
1
1980's
$189.00
Large and bright Tumi-style Aztec figure. Made in Peru from 950 sterling silver with an inlay of spiny oyster, malachite and lapis, can be worn as brooch or a pendant.
Beautiful, very graphic piece, lovely bright stones and very nicely made.
Pins can be used to decorate anything - hats, bags, clothes, scarves.
Size
4cm x 3cm
Weight
8 grams
Hallmark
950 and a little sprig image
Materials
Sterling Silver, Spiny Oyster, Lapis., Malachite
Condition Report
Spectacular vintage condition. Shows mild wear commensurate with age, will come with some patina, as level of polish is a matter of taste. Has a handcrafted look to it - amazing vintage piece.
Item Details
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Spiny Oyster, Sterling Silver
About this Piece
Sterling Silver
Sterling is an alloy of silver containing at least 92.5% pure silver (925 parts of 1000 thus the 925 stamp), the remainder is made up of a mix of metals (most commonly copper) used to make the metal workable. Pure silver is generally considered too soft to work with, although you can find silver jewellery at 950 or 980, even the occasional 99.9% fine silver, which can be work-hardened to increase durability.
