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Width is 1.25 inches; length is 6.75 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1940s are considered the golden era of Taxco silversmithing. During this decade, the mountain workshops of Guerrero were producing pieces with genuine artistic ambition — choosing unusual stones, developing personal vocabularies in silver, and treating each piece as an object worthy of lasting attention. This bracelet, with its carved agate centerpiece, is a direct expression of that ambition. 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Wear it with a simple sleeve pushed up — the carved agate and silver patina do the rest. For collectors who wear their pieces, this is the kind of bracelet that gets noticed and asked about everywhere you go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolish silver gently with a soft cloth. Store flat in a soft pouch. Avoid immersion in water, perfume, lotion, and harsh chemicals. Keep agate away from abrasive surfaces and prolonged direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this really from 1940?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — circa 1940, sourced from a private collection. This is an authentic vintage piece, not a reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is 1940s Taxco silver so sought after?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1940s represent the peak creative period of Taxco silversmithing. 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On a bare wrist with a simple sleeve pushed back, the inlay detail and patina speak for themselves. Stack it with a plain sterling bangle for a considered, layered look, or wear it alone as the single piece that defines the outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolish gently with a soft silver cloth — avoid harsh polishes that strip patina, which is part of the piece's character and value. Store flat in an anti-tarnish pouch. Avoid perfume, lotion, chlorine, and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bracelet genuinely from 1940?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — this is an authentic vintage Taxco bracelet circa 1940, not a reproduction. 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It was sourced directly from a private Oaxacan collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver, hand-twisted filigree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone \/ Accent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luminous pearls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional \u003cem\u003efiligrana oaxaqueña\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Private Oaxacan collection, circa 1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original clasp, intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 36.0 inches (91.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 36-inch filigree necklace commands a simple backdrop — a clean neckline, a solid color. Wear it over a black dress and let it carry the room. Pair it with a crisp white blouse for a look that reads as deeply considered without being formal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolish gently with a soft silver cloth. Store flat in an airtight case to protect the filigree structure. 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His method — hand-coiling silver wire into floral chains, setting natural coral at the centerpiece — required the kind of sustained attention that almost no working artisan today is willing to commit to a single piece. This necklace spent decades in a private Oaxacan collection before coming to us. It weighs 112 grams, measures 36 inches, and carries the unmistakable patina of careful storage and real age. It is not a reproduction. There is no way to reproduce it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an authentic vintage piece of \u003cem\u003efiligrana oaxaqueña\u003c\/em\u003e from circa 1980, sourced directly in Oaxaca from a private collection. The silver is hand-twisted filigree — wire coiled into elaborate floral patterns by a craftsperson trained in the pre-1990s Oaxacan tradition, when this level of labor was still economically viable. The coral is natural Mediterranean \u003cem\u003ecoral rojo\u003c\/em\u003e, which is now subject to international harvest restrictions and is increasingly difficult to source. The clasp is original to the piece. The patina is earned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver, hand-twisted filigree (\u003cem\u003efiligrana oaxaqueña\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Mediterranean red coral (\u003cem\u003ecoral rojo\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional hand-coiled and soldered Oaxacan filigree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oaxaca, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, circa 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from a private Oaxacan collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36.0 inches (91.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this actually vintage — not a reproduction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This is an authentic circa-1980 Oaxacan filigree necklace sourced directly from a private collection in Oaxaca. It is not a reproduction. The patina, weight (112 grams), and construction are all consistent with pre-1990s Oaxacan workshop production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the coral natural Mediterranean coral?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — natural Mediterranean \u003cem\u003ecoral rojo\u003c\/em\u003e. This variety is now subject to international harvest restrictions, making existing pieces of this quality increasingly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is vintage Oaxacan filigree so collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmost no working artisan today will commit the 80-plus hours of hand labor required for a piece at this level. The pre-1990s generation of Oaxacan filigree makers produced work that cannot be replicated at current labor economics — which means pieces like this represent a finite and diminishing supply.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mexican Oaxacan Silver Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48748024365298,"sku":"MASJ-NCK-079","price":2395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0405\/2611\/9063\/files\/oaxacan-vintage-silver-filigree-necklace-coral-circa-1980-antique-ornate-872.webp?v=1775961555"},{"product_id":"statement-filigree-earrings-with-pearls-copy-6","title":"Vintage Oaxacan 1942 coin earrings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWear a Piece of History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese one-of-a-kind earrings are handcrafted by Oaxacan silversmiths using authentic vintage Mexican coins from 1942 — each pair a wearable artifact steeped in mid-century history and artisan tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArtisan Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkilled hands from the silver workshops of Oaxaca carefully set each coin into sterling silver bezels, preserving the original patina and relief detail that makes every pair truly unique. No two are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic vintage Mexican 1942 coins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterling silver (.925) setting and ear wires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Oaxaca, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and comfortable for all-day wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind — limited availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA conversation piece that bridges the past and present — perfect for the collector, the history lover, or anyone who appreciates jewelry with a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 x 2 cm \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mexican Oaxacan Silver Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49635189194994,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0405\/2611\/9063\/files\/vintage-oaxacan-1942-coin-earrings-silver-20-centavos-153.webp?v=1780802358"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0405\/2611\/9063\/collections\/vintage-mexican-jewelry_02d3991f-9731-400e-938e-406d3d858b13.webp?v=1780802692","url":"https:\/\/mexicanoaxacansilverjewelry.com\/collections\/vintage-mexican-jewelry.oembed","provider":"Mexican Oaxacan Silver Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}