LOS CASTILLO: SILVER AND MOONSTONE NECKLACE • Ten oval shaped moonstones measuring approximately 7.37mm x 5.50mm x 3.42mm to 14.88mm x 9.28mm x 4.68mm • Stamped LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, STERLING • Length 15 1/2 in. • Estimated gross weight: 31.10 grams Footnotes: Los Castillo Taller was established in 1939 following the Castillo brothers' tenure with William Spratling's Taller Las Delicias. Drawing inspiration from Mexican culture and heritage, including pre-Columbian art, indigenous motifs and the natural world, the workshop gained international acclaim for its fusion of traditional craftmanship and modern aesthetics. Emilia Castillo, the daughter of Antonio, would learn the skills of her father and uncles at a young age, eventually selling her work through retailers such as Neiman Marcus starting in the 1990s; her daughter, Cristina Romo Castillo, would in turn develop her own practice, carrying on the family's legacy to this day. OVERALL CONDITION: good Metal purity stamped and tested with XRF (x-ray fluorescence) for silver Superficial wear in form of minor to moderate scratches and dents to metal Clasp secure Oxidation present to metal Scratches to moonstones MAJOR COLORED GEMSTONE: Moonstone Clarity: eye-clean to lightly included Hue: clear with white or blue sheen 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. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ¤ ¤ Unless indicated by the ¤ symbol next to the lot number (or bearing an explicit statement such as 'No Reserve' or 'Without Reserve'), which denotes no reserve, all lots in the catalog are subject to a reserve. The reserve is the minimum hammer price that the seller is willing to accept for a lot. This amount is confidential and does not exceed the low estimate value. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing