Antique Vintage Deco Mid Century Sterling Silver Incan Malachite Bracelet 12.7g

Description

We have similar Malachite and Mid Century items, which would pair nicely with this piece, up for auction this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Malachite" or "Mid Century" under our Buy-It-Now Items.
Listing Description by: Megan E.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965
Markings
: "925" on the clasp, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Peru
Brand
:
Unknown
Gram Weight
: 12.7 grams
Metal Type
: .925 sterling silver
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Malachite
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Length:
8.9 mm
Width:
3.8 mm
Color:
Opaque, with deep light blue and green hues, and natural brown matrixing
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment
:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: Smooth and polished cabochon
Item Measurements
:
Wearable length:
7.00"
Bracelet Type
: Chain
Closure/Clasp Type
: Push-in tab and latch
Link Type
: Fancy rectangular links
Notable Features
:
Handmade during the Mid Century era
Composed of .925 sterling silver
Features fancy rectangular links, each showcasing a mini Incan scene on each panel, with llamas, desert houses, and desert plants
Cutouts in the sterling silver and hand-chased etchings on the border to add dimension to the bracelet
Each rectangular link also features a hand-chased Inca scene on the inside of the bracelet, showing more meso-american type motifs
Three lovely malachite stones fill the center space of every other link, and give off deep light blue hues with natural brown matrixing
Completed with a push-in tab and latch for secure and comfortable wear
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. This bracelet is fairly tarnished, and one of the turquoise stones is chipped and pretty damaged. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.
Chasing is a metalworking technique that uses a nail-like tool and hammer to hand etch patterns onto a metal surface. This process creates a design that is sunk into the front of the surface using indentations, grooves, and channels. Chasing is thousands of years old and was a very difficult and time-consuming technique that is still used by metalsmiths today.
Malachite is a popular stone which has light and dark green opaque banded areas.  Malachite is a result of weathering copper ores. Many beautiful specimens of malachite contain special combinations with other minerals, such as azurite, cuprite, or chrysocolla. Malachite was used in antiquity until about 1800 for green paints.
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