Fall 2024 Fine Art & Estate Auction
Lot 257:
Description
Item/Description: Two Aztec warrior Mayan Incan necklace pendants; one Sterling Silver and the other pewter/mixed metals.
The round pendant is Sterling Silver and intricate in its craftsmanship and design. The outer ring has a bright cut linear engraved surface giving it a sparkling appearance. It is inset with a warrior or sun god medallion surrounded by Aztec designs against an oxidized background. Five tapered silver fringes dangle from the bottom, silver bale soldered to the top. Hallmarked: TM-52 925 Mexico
Material: Sterling Silver
Dimensions: Length: 2 3/4"; Width: 1 1/2"; approximately 17.6 grams
Condition: Very Good. Free of dents, damage. Bale in good working condition. Signs of age, use and wear including light scratches, scuffs.
Age: 1980s -1990s
The hand-made pewter/ mixed metals piece is crafted as a figural Aztec warrior in traditional head dress. The pendant is hand-made and soldered on the reverse is a smaller warrior figure, squatting, hands clasped around his knees. Above this is an the impression of a diez centavos ( ten cent coin ). Simple hanging loop. Unsigned.
Material: Pewter, mixed metals
Dimensions: Length: 2"; Width: 1 3/4"
Condition: Good. Free of dents. Signs of age, use and wear including discoloration, patina, scratches, scuffs.
Age: 1980s -1990s
Provenance: JoAnn Young Collection
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