Up for sale is a stunning handcrafted mixed-metal brooch by the recognized Mexican silversmith Caton. This piece features a sophisticated, "Two-Tone" or "Metales Casados" (married metals - look from Taxco) design that beautifully blends the cool luster of .925 sterling silver with the warm, golden glow of brass.

The design is a masterpiece of Mid-Century Modernism, featuring bold, sweeping curves and an abstract, biomorphic form that shifts in appearance depending on the angle. Whether you see an organic leaf, a stylized flame, or a pure geometric sculpture, it is a true statement piece.

Details:

• Designer: Caton

• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

• Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked on the reverse: "CATON", "MEX 925", and the registration code "TE-26".

• Metals: Solid .925 Sterling Silver and Brass accents.

• Closure: Secure rolling C-clasp in good working order.

• Dimensions: 2.5" x 2.5"

• Weight: 19 Grams

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. It retains its original aged patina, which highlights the contrast between the two metals. I have not polished it, leaving that choice to the collector.

• Era: These pieces are typically from the Retro period, generally dated between the 1930s and 1950s.

This is a sophisticated statement piece for any collector of Mexican silver or Mid-Century jewelry.

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