Description
This a vintage Taxco Mexican sterling silver late mid century modernist cat/kitten pin with a bold, stylized design. It is marked Mexico, 925 for sterling silver quality and has 1970s-early1980s Taxco marks of TT-23 with the T to indicate Taxco origin and the maker. It is also jeweler tested and Guaranteed solid sterling silver. Weight is heavy at 13.2 grams. This was made during an era where it was more commonplace to use thick, solid, strong sterling silver. Quite thick, substantial and durable. Size is 1 9/16″ tall from top of tail to bottom of paws by 1 1/2″ long across. Condition is excellent, gently used having light age scuffs. Minor surface wear only. No dents or dings. No alterations or repair of any kind. No gauges, tears or deep scratches. Completely original. Minor surface wear only. This is a gorgeous, heavy mid century modern cat pin for your collection. Will look great with a fresh polish. Nice, heavy sterling silver thickness. Will last and last.
