HOT ! Vintage Mexican Cuff Bracelet

ca. 1950

5.625\" + 1.125\" Gap x .9375\" W 

Hand Crafted from Sterling Silver with Inset Turquoise Stones Marked .925 Sterling Mexico JBD

Excellent Condition

Vintage Mexican cuff bracelets, particularly those from the mid-20th century, are renowned for their artisanal craftsmanship, often originating from Taxco, Guerrero—the \"silver capital\" of Mexico. These pieces blend pre-Columbian motifs, geometric patterns, and natural elements with sterling silver (marked 925 or .925), sometimes incorporating semi-precious stones like turquoise, amethyst, or malachite. They were influenced by designers like William Spratling and workshops such as Los Castillo or Margot de Taxco, emphasizing hand-hammered, repoussé, or filigree techniques. Cuffs typically feature an open, adjustable design for a bold wrist statement, weighing 20–100 grams depending on width and embellishments.