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A group of Mexican brass jewelry

Five works:

Hubert Harmon (1913-2004)
Circa 1942-1948
Three variously stamped: Hubert Harmon / Made in Mexico / [winged feet]; one unmarked
Four works in brass and copper comprising a repoussé brass sea serpent tapered cuff (6.75" inner C x 2.625" H, with a 1.375" gap), a two-piece openwork sea serpent belt buckle (2.25" H x 3.5" W), an oval sea serpent brass and copper buckle with set stone eye (2.625" H x 4.125" W), and a large two-piece rectangular brass and copper buckle with various sea creatures with set stone accents (3.25" H x 4.5" W), 6 pieces

A DR Betancourt brass cuff bracelet
Mid-20th century, Mexico
Stamped: DR Betancourt / Hecho en Mexico
An "armadillo" style cuff with graduated overlapping plaques in brass and copper
6.5" total inner C x 2 " H, with a 1" gap

7 pieces total

  • Provenance: The Collection of Cindy Tietze-Hodosh and Stuart Hodosh
  • Condition: Each in overall good condition with light wear, oxidation, and scratches commensurate with age and use. Scattered stones with abrasions.

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April 23, 2024 10:00 AM PDT
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