Know your marks: vintage Los Ballesteros silver necklace auction
2011 December 31
A vintage sterling silver Los Ballesteros necklace to be sole sold at auction tomorrow might turn out to be a great deal for someone because the seller has not identified the piece correctly and therefore may not be attracting interest online. As of this posting, no bids have been made for the lot.
If you’re going to buy or sell vintage Mexican silver jewelry or other pieces, it’s important to learn as much as you can about hallmarks and maker’s marks. The must-have reference for vintage Mexican silver marks is Bille Hougart’s The Little Book of Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks. Click on the eBay link below to buy this book if you don’t already own it.
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