Vintage Pre-1948 Taxco Sterling Silver Hematite Carved Face Ring

Vintage Pre-1948 Taxco Sterling Silver Hematite Carved Face Ring

This incredibly rare vintage Taxco ring features a hand-carved hematite stone depicting a seductive woman’s face. Crafted in Mexico prior to 1948, this piece belongs to the prestigious "Old Taxco" era, a time when artisanal silverwork reached its peak under the influence of designers like William Spratling. The ring showcases a bold, surrealist aesthetic with elegant silver scrollwork and bead accents that frame the dark, metallic luster of the carved hematite. Such unique figurative designs are highly sought after by collectors for their avant-garde style and historical significance in the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

The ring is approximately a size 5 and measures about 1" long. It weighs approximately 13.14 grams. The interior of the band is clearly marked Taxco 925, consistent with authentic pre-1948 Mexican hallmarking standards.