Nestor Mexican Deco silver and amethyst Necklace

Maestro Nestor is one of Taxco’s well-kept little secrets. He is not widely known - only the very dedicated vintage Mexican silver jewelry collectors are aware of his work - and his pieces can vary in style and inspiration. Yet when he is at his best, he can be truly spectacular. I believe the necklace at hand is expresses one of those creative moments. Lovingly hand-cut and deeply chased sterling silver surrounds a big faceted amethyst set in a substantial crown setting while the delicate foliate links of the chain soften the central station’s boldness…

Size / Weight: 16” long (wearable); central station is 3” wide and adds a drop of 2 1/8”; width at the chain is 5/16”; 43.5 grams

Hallmarks / Date: maker’s signature as shown as well as “HECHO EN TAXCO 925” and “STERLING”; pre-1948

Condition: excellent vintage with beautiful silver-work, a stunning gem, carefully finished with great patina and no damage or repairs noted

Inv# 15880