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Period: Late 20th Century
Brutalist 14K Gold Chai Pendant- Handcrafted, Israel 1970s
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional 14K gold Chai pendant, handcrafted in Israel during the 1970s, is a striking representation of Brutalist jewelry design. The pendant is large and solid, weighing an ...
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Israeli Brutalist Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold

20st Century Italian Sterling Silver Chalice
Located in VALENZA, IT
Large Liturgical Chalice in sterling silver. The base is finely embossed with the face of Christ, grapes, vine leaves and ears. The workmanship is h...
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Italian Other Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

1980s Vintage GUCCI Gold Plated Necklace Perfume Bottle Stick Pendant NOS in Box
Located in St. Louis, MO
From the exuberant 1980s, this new old stock, in the original box vintage Gucci gold plated perfume bottle necklace / pendant is ready to be worn for the first time. Perfume tube has...
Category

Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Bjørn Wiinblad Rosenthal Studio-Linie Boxed Solitaire Game
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish vintage German Rosenthal Studio-Linie original boxed ‘Keramik-Solitärspiel’ (Solitaire Game) by renowned Danish painter, designer and artist B...
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German Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Vintage Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage laboratory microscope. A German, enamelled metal scientific instrument by Carl Zeiss Jena, dating to the late 20th century, circa ...
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German Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Cast Aluminum, Brass and Glass Industrial Flameproof Striplight, Poli Noir
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A reclaimed retro industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang circa 1970 professionally finished using a poli noir technique. Poli...
Category

Korean Industrial Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Vintage French Military Academy Officers Hat, Mid Century
Located in South Salem, NY
A rare French Military Academy Officer's hat or cap from the 1970s. These special and unique hats are part of the uniform of students studying to beco...
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French Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Felt

Vintage French Military Academy Officers Hat, Mid Century
Located in South Salem, NY
A rare French Military Academy Officer's hat or cap from the 1970s. These special and unique hats are part of the uniform of students studying to become officers in the French Milita...
Category

French Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Felt

6 Different Steiff Animals Special and Limited Edition Jubilee Assortment
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Steiff Jubilee Assortment, this beautiful set of 6 Steiff Velvet animals was produced in 1997 in honor of the 150th Birthday of Margarete Steiff. The Anniversary Set consists of 6 an...
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German Other Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fabric

The History of the Colony Club by Ann F. Cox Book
Located in Stamford, CT
The History of the Colony Club by Ann F. Cox. Hardcover, 1st edition. 1984. Privately printed by the club. The Colony Club is a women-only private social club in New York City.
Category

American Belle Époque Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Panasonic Transistor Radio R72
Located in Pasadena, CA
Step back into the golden age of portable radios with the Panasonic Transistor Radio R72. Combining classic design with reliable performance, this compact radio delivers powerful sou...
Category

Japanese Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

Helmut Newton Sumo - Enormous Limited Edition Book with Philippe Starck Stand
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Experience the unparalleled grandeur of the Helmut Newton Sumo, the biggest and most expensive book production of the 20th century. This limited edition masterpiece, hand signed and numbered by Helmut Newton himself, is a testament to the influential legacy of one of the most intriguing and controversial photographers in history. Accompanying this extraordinary book is a meticulously crafted bookstand designed by Philippe Starck, adding a touch of sophistication to its display. Immerse yourself in the monumental world of SUMO, a titan of a book measuring an impressive 50 x 70 cm (20 x 27.5 in.) and weighing approximately 30 kg (66 lb.). With 464 pages, it breaks all previous records and stands as a truly unique publication. Edited by June Newton...
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German Post-Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Gucci Wood and Leather Backgammon Set, 1970s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage portable Gucci backgammon case/game. Tan leather trim with Burl wood on front and back of case and Burl wood game board/playing surface. 15 gr...
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Original Exhibition Catalog – Setembre 1970 by Joan Miró, Sala Gaspar
Located in Barcelona, ES
Original Exhibition Catalog – Setembre 1970 by Joan Miró, Sala Gaspar Artist: Joan Miró Exhibition: Setembre 1970 – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona Year: 1970 Language: Catalan Dimension...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Vintage Clear Glass Sculpture of a Classic Porsche 911, Racing Car Memorabilia
Located in Milano, IT
Little but realistic miniature model of a classic Porsche 911 - most likely a "G Model" from the late 1970s/early 1980s. It is made in pressed clear glass, and is rich in details, to...
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Italian Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Crystal

Natural Round Conch Shell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous round natural conch shell for tabletop decor. Great addition to your boho chic inspired interiors and table tops.
Category

Other Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Shell

15 Volumes Vintage Charles Dickens Library Display Books
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
15 Volumes Vintage Charles Dickens Library Display Books Impressive collection, vibrant colours ready to use or display. Condition: Very good, no issues to mention. General wear f...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

The Bed and Bath Book, Terence Conran. 1st Edition Hardbound, 1978
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Bed and Bath Book, by Terence Conran, Hardbound with Jacket, First Edition – 1978. Suggests trend-setting yet functional designs for bedrooms and bathrooms to suit every area of...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Impressionism Art Book 1973
Located in Bradenton, FL
Impressionism, hardcover book with dustjacket. Published in 1973 by Chartwell Books Inc. Printed in Italy. Illustrated, 320 pages.
Category

Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

1970 Brutalist Peace Ring Sterling Silver 4-sided design
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Brutalist Peace Ring Sterling Silver 4-sided design Biker Rocker Vintage Peace Symbol Stamp sterling (appears as Lucas Ster DES PDG 1970) .88 x .88 x .5 w Size 8.25 Preowned o...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Two Traditional Vintage Catalan Soda Syphon, circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage metal and glass traditional Catalan soda syphon. By unknown manufacturer, made in circa 1990. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preser...
Category

Spanish Rustic Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Barcelona Olympic Football Mascot Cobi (1992) by Javier Mariscal
Located in London, GB
The 1992 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXV Olympiad, were held in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, from 25 July to 9 August 1992. Commonly referred to as Barcelona '92, these games were notable for being the last Summer and Winter Olympics to be held in the same year, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided thereafter to alternate the events in separate even-numbered years, starting in 1994. This was a pivotal moment in Olympic history, as the Barcelona Games marked the first Summer Olympics held in the post-Cold War era and were free from the boycotts that had plagued previous events, a situation not seen since the 1972 Munich Olympics. Barcelona '92 is widely regarded as one of the most successful Olympic Games, contributing significantly to the modernization and global image of the city. It was also a Games of many firsts: the debut of the "Dream Team" in basketball, which featured NBA players like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, and the reintegration of South Africa into the international sports community after a 32-year ban due to apartheid. The participation of a unified German team following the reunification of East and West Germany, and the absence of the Soviet Union (though its former republics competed as the Unified Team), further emphasized the geopolitical shifts of the time. The official mascot for the 1992 Barcelona Games was *Cobi*, a stylized sheepdog designed by Catalan artist and designer Javier Mariscal. Mariscal, already a significant figure in contemporary design, was known for his eclectic and playful style, often blending comic art with a modernist sensibility. His creation of Cobi was a departure from previous Olympic mascots...
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Spanish Sporting Art Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Resin

1970s Vintage Town and Country Surfboard by Ed Angulo
Located in Haleiwa, HI
1979 Town & Country surfboard made by Ed Angulo. Features a gorgeous red tinted deck/rails with dual T&C laminates and boxed single fin setup. A remarkable example of a 1970s surfboard made under the iconic Town and Country surfboards...
Category

American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Large Carnelian-plated Obelisk, From Maison Jansen, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Large brass mounted and carnelian-plated obelisk. In the style of Emilio Terry. From Maison Jansen, France 1970.
Category

French Neoclassical Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Carnelian, Brass

Theodore Alexander 16th Century Style German Hammered Bronze Suit Armour Knight
Located in Dayton, OH
Theodore Alexander Medieval Suit of Armour. Styled after an original 16th Century German suit that sold at auction for well over $50,000. Retai...
Category

Renaissance Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Bjorn Weckstrom Silver & Acrylic Pendant Necklace Space Apple Lapponia Finland
Located in Troy, MI
Bjorn Weckstrom "Avaruusomena" or "Space Apple" Designed in 1975 produced in 1978 Sterling silver and acrylic pendant Signed to back of pendant: 925 twice Makers mark Finland crown ...
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Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

1980s Large Industrial Cast Aluminium and Glass Explosion Proof Pendant
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A large cast aluminium explosion proof pendant built to with stand the most adverse conditions at sea. These lamps were reclaimed from a super tanker that would have transported h...
Category

Japanese Industrial Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

Museum Quality Model of American Steam Yacht Harvard
Located in Norwell, MA
Expertly crafted model of George Baker's private steam yacht "Harvard". Baker helped found the Harvard business school in Cambridge and the Baker Library...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

1970 A History of Magic and Experimental Science
By Lynn Thorndike
Located in Bath, GB
The scarce eight volume 1970 edition of Lynn Thorndike's fascinating history of 'Magic and Experimental Science', with five volumes retaining the exceptionally scarce original glassi...
Category

American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Collection of Vintage 1970s Skateboards
Located in Highland, IN
This colorful collection of twelve vintage skateboards from the 1970s includes examples by GT, the Scamp, the Sizzler, the Free Former and a variety...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

Picasso Lithographs
Located in Richmond, VA
Hardback book titled Picasso Lithographs, authored by Fernand Mourlot. Published in 1970, 299 pages. "This volume offers a captivating exploration of Pablo Picasso's lithographic wo...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

The Impressionists by Robert Katz and Celestine Dars
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Impressionists by Robert Katz and Celestine Dars. Hardcover book with dustjacket, published in 1998 by Barnes & Noble. Printed and bound in Spain, over 350 color pictures, 288 pa...
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Spanish Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Traditional Vintage French Soda Syphon, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage metal and glass traditional French soda syphon. By unknown manufacturer, made in circa 1970. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserv...
Category

French Rustic Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Ethnic Musical Instrument, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Ethnic musical instrument is a unique object realized in the half of the 20th century. Ethnic musical instrument made by craftsmanship with wood and recycled materials. Mint c...
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Space Age Orange Vintage Television Ikaro by Minerva, 1970s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age orange vintage television from plastic model Ikaro by Minerva, 1970s, Austria. This portable television with an orange plastic casing by...
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Austrian Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Gorham Silver Plated Bronze Bells Women Who Changed History - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gorham Silver Plated Bronze Bells "Women Who Changed The Course of History" - Set of 6. Set includes Queen Elizabeth I, Mary, Queen of Scots, Marie De Medicis, Catherine the ...
Category

Unknown Edwardian Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

1970s Japanese XL Stainless Steel, Cast Brass & Glass Search Light Pendant
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Extra large stainless steel searchlight ceiling lights. Originally a marine searchlight converted into ceiling pendant light fixtures. Originally manufactured in Japan c1970 profe...
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Japanese Industrial Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

1970s Gorgeous Smoking Set by Lalique, Signed on the Bottom, Made in France
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous smoking set in crystal by Lalique. made in France. The both pieces are signed on the bottom. Made in France. The table lighter works perfectly. The items are in excell...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Crystal

Panasonic Transistor Radio R70
Located in Pasadena, CA
Discover the nostalgic charm and reliable performance of the Panasonic Transistor Radio R70. Designed with retro appeal and modern reliability, this portable radio delivers crisp, cl...
Category

Japanese Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Wild Boar Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany, 1970s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage wild boar tusk trophy on wooden plaque, Germany 1973 A vintage Black Forest wild boar tusk trophy on wooden plaque. The tusks are mou...
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German Rustic Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Wild Boar Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany circa 1970s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Wild Boar Teeth Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1970s A vintage Black Forest wild boar (Sus scrofa) teeth trophy on wooden plaque. T...
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German Rustic Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

1970s Navajo Southwestern Silver and Stone Decorative Cuff Bracelet Watch Band
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Navajo Silver and Stone Decorative Cuff Bracelet Watch Band Measures: 2.38 tall x 3.38 width 1.75 depth Preowned used vintage condition. See all images.   
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Stone, Silver

Jean Prouve Book
Located in New York, NY
Rare Jean Prouve book, Jousse /Seguin-Enrico Navarra, 1998. Perfect condition.
Category

French Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Alexander Calder: Crags and Critters of 1974 (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Catalog of Calder sculptures accompanying an exhibition at New York’s Perls Gallery from Oct. 15-Nov. 16, 1974. Square 8vo (9.25” x 9.25”), 16 unnumbered pages, printed wrappers, col...
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American Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Batman stereo radio bar by Adalberto dal Lago & Adam Tihany for G. Rossi , 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Batman record player, radio and bar by Adalberto dal Lago & Adam Tihany for Giuseppe Rossi. The top is in brushed chrome metal with integrated speakers a...
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Rocky
Located in London, GB
Original US film poster for Rocky 1967. This is one of the greatest boxing film ever. The film received ten Academy Award nominations and won three, including Best Picture. It was a...
Category

American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

"The Big Nude" Large Sumo Book by Helmut Newton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"The Big Nude" Large Sumo Book with stand by Helmut Newton. Brand new in it's original packaging, unopened and unexposed. Bound printed paper, signed and ...
Category

German Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

1970s American Crouse Hinds / Pauluhn Cast Aluminium Flameproof Tube Light
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
This is a 4ft flame proof strip light manufactured by Crouse Hinds / Pauluhn, Texas, USA. These rare examples were made in the 1970s for use in hazardous areas on super tankers an...
Category

American Industrial Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Chunky Wide Link Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Modernist Chunky Wide Link Sterling Silver Bracelet stamped 7.38 w x 1.38 Preowned vintage Refer to images listed
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Black Catalina Longhorn Goat Ram Shoulder Mount Wall Taxidermy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Black Catalina Longhorn Goat Ram Shoulder Mount Wall Taxidermy. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 26" H x 23" W x 19" D. Each antler approx. 13" Long measured ...
Category

Unknown Rustic Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Horn

NORDMENDE "SPECTRA FUTURA", Radio; Raymond Loewy
Located in Neuss, NW
Very rare Radio NORDMENDE "SPECTRA FUTURA" with a pair of the original loudspeakers, designed by Raymond Loewy in the 1970s. The individual components have been tested and cleaned b...
Category

German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Raven Taxidermy on Root Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique sculptural composition beautifully pairs the naturalism of taxidermy with an abstract 19th century Chinese wooden scholars' root. The raven is poised as is mid-caw, ready...
Category

American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

1980s Professional Roulette Wheel by Cammegh
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning, high-quality late 20th-century professional roulette wheel, signed by the renowned maker Cammegh. This exquisite piece is handcrafted from solid ebony and rosewood, beaut...
Category

British Art Deco Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ebony

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Large and Small Humidors w Cigar Ashtray, c 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic set of Paul Evans 'Patchwork Copper' smoking accessories, manufactured by C.C. Design Inc and retailed by Directional in the 1970s, with beautiful light patina and age, p...
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Vintage Coastal Monumental Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell #6
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring the serene beauty of the ocean into your home with this Vintage Coastal Monumental Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell. Perfect for American-style interiors, this impressive piece featur...
Category

American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Shell

Chinese Double Dragon Silver and Amethyst Choker
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sterling silver with gold accents and faceted amethyst stone. No hallmarks. Weight: 1 ozt.
Category

Chinese Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Fishing Stained Glass Window 1993 from the Mansfield Bar
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
A magnificent sporting stained glass window depicting a fishing scene. The window shows an angler about to cast off, the edging of the window made of colored glass. The colored leaded window was made for the centenary of the 'Mansfield Bar' in Hawick in 1993. The Mansfield Bar was a long established public house opening its doors in 1893. It was situated half way down Mansfield Road in Hawick, Roxburghshire and welcomed sports fans on their way to Hawick Rugby Club...
Category

British Sporting Art Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass

Modernist Bracelet Silver Bangle Taxco Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Handcrafted Modernist Bracelet Bangle Silver Taxco Mexico cutout designs 2 15/16 outside diameter 2.5 inside diameter x 3/16 thick Stamped Mexico 925 Preowned vintage Refer to listed...
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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

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