MATILDE POULAT: A SILVER, AMETHYST, AND TURQUOISE NECKLACE • Numerous square shaped amethyst measuring approximately 6.99mm x 7.00mm • Numerous round shaped turquoise measuring approximately 3.65mm in diameter, and numerous rectangular shaped turquoise measuring approximately 3.80mm x 3.69mm • Stamped MATL, MEXICO, 925, PATENTE, and 10569 • Length 15 3/4 in. • Estimated gross weight: 131.8 grams Footnotes: Matilde Poulat (c. 1900-1960) was a Mexican jewelry designer and silversmith who founded her workshop, MATL, in Mexico City in 1934. Trained in art and design at the San Carlos Academy of Fine Arts, she drew inspiration from pre-Columbian art and Mexican folk traditions, creating richly ornamented silver jewelry featuring turquoise, coral, and amethyst. Her distinctive designs often incorporated intricate repoussé and delicate stonework, setting her work apart from the modernist silver designs of her contemporaries in Taxco. The name MATL, derived from a Nahuatl word for water, became her registered trademark. OVERALL CONDITION: good Metal purity stamped and tested with XRF (x-ray fluorescence) for silver Superficial wear in form of minor scratches and dents Clasp secure Oxidation present Moderate cracks, chips, and abrasions to gemstones MAJOR COLORED GEMSTONE: Amethyst Clarity: included Hue: purple ACCENT COLORED GEMSTONE: Turquoise Clarity: mottling and some matrix Hue: greenish blue This condition report is provided for your convenience based on the opinion of our gemologists. Bonhams is not responsible for any discrepancies between this information and other opinions. The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in perfect condition. The dimensions and weights of diamonds and gemstones are approximated using measurements and given as a courtesy, please consider them as an estimation only. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing