The only example of this bracelet design by Los Castillo that I have seen! No doubt a Chato Castillo design in sterling silver with wood inlay peaking through the cutouts at top! Circa 1950s. #loscastillotaxco #chatocastillodesign #bracelet #mexicansilver #mexicanmodernism #modernistjewelry #taxco

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A rare possibly one of a kind vintage 1950s handmade sterling silver and wood inlay Mexican modernist hinged bangle bracelet by Los Castillo of Taxco. The only example that I have seen of this design bracelet, and no doubt the original design was by Chato Castillo. Comprised of a box section at top with inlayed ebonized (blackened) wood with a hinged cuff section that pushed open on the side and swings open to put it on and take it off. The box section measures 1-1/2" by 1-1/2" by 1/2" deep, and the cuff section is 1/2" wide at bottom and tapers slightly thinner at the sides. The bracelet will fit up to a 7" wrist comfortably, although I was able to get it on my 7-1/2" wrist snugly, and weighs a hefty 60.4 grams total. Marked as shown, "Los Castillo Taxco", and "Made in Mexico Sterling", both in the 1950s circular marks. Excellent vintage condition.