Posted 8 years ago
Efesgirl
(1017 items)
I think this is a really nice looking bracelet despite the fact it's not what it's purported to be. I thought it felt a bit sharp/heavy and the marks looked "iffy", but for 4 bucks I went ahead and got it just for fun. Only the brass was discolored. The whole bracelet cleaned up very nicely with metal polish. The Bible clasp is tight and gives a resounding "CLICK" when closed.
I did some research on it and found a load of info on Silver Forums 925-1000. I will post a link below in the comments, and also a link of the genuine bracelet which my bracelet is mimicking. The genuine silver bracelet was made in the 1950s, so I wonder if this "Wanna Be" bracelet is from the same period.
I also own a counterfeit Wedgwood plate from the 1840s. Researching it was interesting. Wonder if anyone has a collection of only counterfeit items? Hmmm.
Thanks for looking, CW friends.
This link explains the marks on my bracelet:
http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=15846
THIS is the genuine Taxco bracelet:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/167715977/vintage-taxco-sterling-silver-bracelet
You have the best luck, and are rewarded time and time again because you know, somehow, that you have found something special.
I was so happy when I bought a Wedgewood plate (the real thing) - then I sat on it! Was a clean break, and a good friend who had great experience with crazy glue fixed it for me, but it really isn't the same anymore.
Thanks for showing us these lovely things Efesgirl.
Thanks, Gillian! I know what you mean about something, which was perfect when bought, suddenly ending up in two pieces not being the same. I have a few pieces like that, and after I glue them and cover up the break, I figure it's not so bad after all. :-)
Beautiful!!! And interesting!
Thanks, freheit! Is is beautiful, isn't it....I am liking it more and more!
For 4 bucks, ya can't go wrong! (Another) GREAT find! [;>)
val - I was surprised at the info I found, but not disappointed to learn that this is alpaca rather than silver.
By the way, I learned somewhere that some people prefer to wear alpaca over silver. I think it is easier to wear/clean alpaca:)
freiheit - yes, that's true. Alpaca normally doesn't react to skin acids and maintains it's color.
Here you go. Enjoy your beautiful piece!
Thanks, all~!