{"product_id":"vintage-antonio-pineda-sterling-silver-obsidian-matchstick-bracelet-222-9-grams-book-piece","title":"Vintage Antonio Pineda Sterling Silver Obsidian Matchstick Bracelet 222.9 Grams, Book Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Antonio Pineda sterling silver obsidian Matchstick bracelet.\u003cbr\u003eRaised dimensional black obsidian stones on both ends. \u003cbr\u003eThere is a box clasp and safety chain.\u003cbr\u003eThe bracelet has a great weight on the wrist. This is a well-documented published book piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHALLMARKED: stamped HECHO EN MEXICO SILVER, 970, ZZ514, with maker's mark Antonio crown and assay mark for Antonio Pineda. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: from the collection of a prominent collector. purchased at auction from an esteemed auction house. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS: 6 4\/3\" open end to end not including clasp, closed interior: 6 5\/8\" Face: 1 5\/8\" H.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIAL: Sterling Silver, black obsidian stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGRAMS: 222.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnotes:\u003cbr\u003eAntonio Pineda (1919-2009) was a Mexican silversmith and jewelry designer who established his own workshop in Taxco in 1939, having apprenticed under William Spratling. A leading figure of the Mexican Modernist movement, Pineda became known for his sculptural silver designs, innovative gemstone settings, and technically sophisticated construction. In 1953, he received the prestigious International Design Award from the American Institute of Decorators, helping bring international recognition to Mexican modernist silverwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiterature\/published:\u003cbr\u003eSilver Seduction The art of Mexican modernist Antonio Pineda, (cover photo) \u0026amp; PG 50 Plate: 39, Gobi Stromberg, Fowler Museum at UCLA. \u003cbr\u003eMorrill, Penny C. and Berk, Carole A. Mexican Silver Modern Handwrought Jewelry \u0026amp; Metalwork, Revised \u0026amp; Expanded 4th Edition, Schiffer Publishing Ltd., pg. 144, fig. XII-7\u003cbr\u003eand many more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOVERALL CONDITION: very good\u003cbr\u003eMetal purity stamped and tested with XRF (x-ray fluorescence) for silver\u003cbr\u003eSuperficial wear in form of moderate scratches and dents to metal\u003cbr\u003eClasp secure\u003cbr\u003eWear and scratches to obsidians\u003cbr\u003e*One tiny pin head cap missing on hinge. Does not affect the function or style. A good jeweler could make another if you wanted to replace it. The hinges are intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomestic Shipping: Priority Mail including tracking and insurance.  Signature required upon delivery. \u003cbr\u003eNo international shipping on this piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRETURNS: All items are FINAL SALE. Choose wisely, as we do not accept returns. \u003cbr\u003eWe do not return items based on an inaccurate color rendition of your computer monitor, size or change of heart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe try to give accurate descriptions for each item. We are a smoke-free environment. Our items are vintage, only one for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for visiting Papillon Vintage Shop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antonio Pineda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50893053427898,"sku":null,"price":5000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1225\/8736\/files\/matchstick5B.jpg?v=1793296689","url":"https:\/\/papillon-vintage-shop.myshopify.com\/products\/vintage-antonio-pineda-sterling-silver-obsidian-matchstick-bracelet-222-9-grams-book-piece","provider":"Papillon Vintage Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}