{"product_id":"william-spratling-taxco-silver-amethyst-frog-bracelet","title":"William Spratling Taxco Silver Amethyst Frog Bracelet","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA spectacular and highly collectible vintage bracelet by legendary Taxco silversmith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWilliam Spratling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating to his celebrated First Design Period, circa 1940–1944.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional sculptural bracelet features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeight alternating frog links\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—four hand-carved in sterling silver with cabochon eyes and four carved from natural amethyst. The squat, wonderfully stylized frogs are full of character, with the amethyst figures displaying beautiful natural inclusions and delicate quartz marbling that make each one unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its substantial sterling silver construction and impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70.5-gram weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a bold statement piece with the unmistakable artistic quality of early Spratling. The bracelet measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/4 inch wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and closes securely with a tongue-and-box clasp accompanied by a safety chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bracelet bears \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearly William Spratling hallmarks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and represents the inventive work produced in his Taxco workshop during the First Design Period, when Spratling was developing many of the sculptural and organic motifs that would become hallmarks of Mexican modernist silver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe frog is an especially compelling motif, and the combination of carved silver and natural amethyst makes this bracelet an unusually striking example of Spratling's work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewearable work of art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is an exceptional addition to a collection of Mexican silver, William Spratling, or mid-century jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Sterling Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGemstones: Natural amethyst - frogs are 22.50mm by 18.65mm; Cabochon eyes are 4.50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: Approximately 6 3\/4 inches around the inside and 3\/4 inches wide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 70.5 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarks: WS at the center surrounded by Spratling, Made in Mexico, along with an oval mark impressed Spratling Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good vintage condition with the natural character and patina on the sterling expected of a vintage artisan piece. One amethyst eye has a crack, although secure in its setting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll sales are governed by the policies outlined on our policies page. At Boylerpf, we specialize in authentic antique and vintage jewelry. Each piece in our collection is pre-owned and may show signs of age and gentle wear. These are not new or unworn items. We strive for full transparency and photograph our pieces in detail, noting any significant flaws. Please review all photos carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boylerpf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44590530756697,"sku":null,"price":1923.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/6984\/files\/SpratlingFrog3_3d9ef9b8-1ee9-4aa0-894a-ee730997415a.jpg?v=1787997488","url":"https:\/\/boylerpf.com\/en-de\/products\/william-spratling-taxco-silver-amethyst-frog-bracelet","provider":"Boylerpf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}