oh wow. this is an old and very very nice example of a Mexican bracelet featuring many of the characters you'd see on the day of a bull fight.
the bracelet is a spectacular example of a charm bracelet with tight, plump curb links with links soldered on along one side to hold charms.
And then there are the charms.
each charm is a big, solid(!!), expertly-crafted, incredibly detailed, pendant-sized charm. Any one of these charms on its own would command a hefty price, as could the chain bracelet, but together they're even more spectacular. It's a wonder that this piece has survived and hasn't been taken apart and sold for parts.
Yes, it's a shorter length, but because of the weight and size of these charms it might make sense to have a jeweler remove the clasp and safety chain and add another chain to extend it into a necklace length. Up to you! it also feels worthy of an altar, so we'll trust that this bracelet finds its perfect next home with a caretaker who figures out how to wear it
solid sterling silver — many of the components have wonderful hallmarks denoting the provenance of the Mexican silversmiths who brought these pieces into reality
M E A S U R E M E N T S
6.5" when clasped
curb chain links
these charms are BIG, more like pendant-sized. the bull measures ~26.75mm long
weighs 52.3g
C O N D I T I O N
in excellent vintage condition
-the curb chain is in great condition with modest time-earned patina and a clasp with a strong closure and easy opening
-each charm/pendant is in great condition and is a sturdy, significant example of a charm in this style — most of them are 3d
-it would be safe to guess that the figure wearing the sombrero is a replacement charm. it's the only charm that isn't 3d/double sided and the jump ring that attaches it to the chain is a slightly different gauge than its neighbors.
-it seems that all of the jump rings connecting the charms to the chain and both sturdy and soldered shut
-heavy patina throughout — polishing decisions are left to the next caretaker
this is a vintage item and will show surface scratches, dents, dings, dulling, wear, patina, and signs of having been worn and loved
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