Margot de Taxco Mexican silver ballerina Brooch

Bigger in size than the most frequently encountered version of the specific design and executing a different step, this vintage Margot de Taxco “ballerina” brooch is Mexico’s contribution to the ballet craze started by Van Cleef et Arpels in the 1940s, with the issuance of their gem-studded “ballerina” jewelry. And even though we don’t have sparkling diamonds and fine gold here, the sense of harmony and serenity our long-, slender-armed dancer seems to exude is equally precious and highly contagious…

Size / Weight: 2 1/4” tall by 2” wide; 12.6 grams

Hallmarks / Date: maker’s signature as shown as well as “STERLING MADE IN MEXICO”, des. no 5200 and Eagle 16 assay mark; 1950s-60s

Condition: excellent vintage with captivating sculpturality, a sense of elegance and tranquility in the design, great patina and no damage or repairs noted

Inv# 15566