Vintage Mexican Alpaca Silver Cuff Bracelet Abalone Inlay Floral Mother of Pearl MOP
This item is a vintage Mexican Alpaca silver-tone cuff bracelet featuring a distinctive oval mosaic inlay.
Materials: Typically handcrafted from Alpaca metal (a durable alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc often used in traditional Mexican artisan jewelry to mimic silver).
Inlay Work: The centerpiece depicts a delicate floral motif skillfully pieced together using iridescent abalone shell and polished mother of pearl set against a solid black onyx or resin background.
Origin: These pieces are mid-to-late 20th-century artisan souvenirs commonly stamped with an "Alpaca Mexico" hallmark on the inner band.
This vintage cuff bracelet features a timeless design crafted from silver, showcasing an abalone inlay floral motif. A statement piece from Mexico.
• Handcrafted silver cuff design
• Abalone floral inlay centerpiece
• Adjustable open cuff for various wrist sizes
• Stamped “Mexico” on the interior
• Approx. width = 2.5 inches (slightly adjustable)
Surface tarnish and patina present.