Huge Retro Sterling Silver ‘Lariat’ By Alfredo Villasana 208.6 Grams Circa 1950

Huge Retro Sterling Silver ‘Lariat’ By Alfredo Villasana 208.6 Grams Circa 1950

Name: Huge Retro Sterling Silver ‘Lariat’ By Alfredo Villasana 208.6 Grams Circa 1950
Brand: Graisons Fine Jewellery
Price: 1150.0 AUD
Availability: OutOfStock

$1,150.00 AUD

Laybys welcome! Contact Us today to secure your dream piece.

Incredible signed statement piece by Alfredo Villasana Taxco Mexico styled as a Lariat.

Weighing a massive 208.6 grams and measuring an impressive 90cm in length this phenomenal necklace can be styled in so many different ways.

Modelled in intricate rope twist fashion (with a width of 8.5mm) with two matching heavy and spectacular tassels whose caps are finely textured at the tops to a raised textured border to the beautiful fine chain linked tassels!

The tassels from cap to the end of the chains each measure 8cm each and feel lovely against the skin, slinky and tactile.

Now.. this extraordinary piece can be worn in traditional Lariat style with both tassels string next to one another, or.. wear them asymmetrically for an edgier look. The Lariat comes with a hinged closure to secure the rope twist in what ever position you choose, however it certainly can be worn without as the weight of this necklace / Lariat keeps it in place.

If you neck is around 36-38cm you can also wrap the lariat twice for a shorter look!

Rare, signed by Alfredo Villasana, immaculate in condition this is one not only for the collector but for anyone looking for a versatile statement piece that can take you from day to evening wear, and the best thing? … no-one will have one just like it!

History of Alfredo Villasana

In 1929 William Spratling ( an American architect ) arrived in Mexico and set up a silver-smithing workshop in Taxco Mexico. Employing highly talented and creative Mexican smiths one of whom was Alfredo Villasana.

A Mexican Renaissance jewellery revolution took place in Taxco in the 1930’s after Spratlings arrival as he turned the jewellery industry around by moving away from the European style designs.

Alfredo managed Spratlings workshop for several years then for Hector Aguilar before opening his own shop in the 1950’s.

Known as one of the more collectible Taxconian artists his work is highly prized and commanding increasingly high prices.

STONES

None

MEASUREMENTS

90CM

WEIGHT

200.6 Grams

MARKS

Fully hallmarked for Alfredo Villasana

Taxco Mexico

925

CONDITION

Excellent vintage condition. All tassels present, rope twist is in excellent order. Slight patina but very bright and clean. Clasp on removable closure snaps shut perfectly. No issues to note. Amazing piece.

Purchase Summary

Laybys available on all items $400 and over. Contact us for more details.

All our items are antique or vintage unless otherwise stated. Condition will be described, it is the responsibility of the buyer to read descriptions and view photos.

Prior to purchase, please view our Purchase Guide & Return Policy. All purchases within Australia will be sent via express post as a complimentary service.International rates apply. Please view our Shipping & Delivery Policy for more details

Please note: any duties imposed by countries for importing our items are the buyers responsibility

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Do you have your eye on a fabulous piece but need some extra time to
pay? At Graisons, we offer suitable layby terms for pieces priced $400 AUD and above. Contact us for more details.

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Shipping & Delivery

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We are pleased to offer free complimentary express postage, fully insured with tracking and signature on delivery using Australia Post.

For all international purchases, a third party postal company will complete the final stage of delivery.

Orders are dispatched within one-two business days of purchase. Once complete, a tracking number will be forwarded to you via email notification.

We are currently shipping to the following international countries:
UK, USA, CANADA, SINGAPORE, NEW ZEALAND, HONG KONG.

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Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery

We absolutely pride ourselves on sourcing the best quality pieces for our customers, with many of our items valued by our registered jeweller/gemologist.

Our collection consists of pieces that are of antique and vintage condition, which means that all our items are secondhand and used. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' and 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfection. Any condition issues are always extensively mentioned in the condition summary.
Please do not hesitate to ask questions prior to purchase. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure that these descriptions and pictures are carefully viewed and any questions are asked prior to the transaction taking place.
Please refer to our guide, Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery for more details.

Your Purchase: What Is Included?

Your purchase will be lovingly packaged in our custom made, eco-friendly Graisons Fine Jewellery Jewel box tied with ribbon inside our custom made packaging/mailing box.

For added safety and security, all purchases are shipped inside an Australia Post medium sized mailing box.

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Layby Available

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﻿Huge Retro Sterling Silver ‘Lariat’ By Alfredo Villasana 208.6 Grams Circa 1950