Los Ballesteros locket

The crown jewel of the drop.
 A large tiger's eye cabochon glows gold and brown in a hand-worked frame of silver scrolls, raised roses and palmettes. Here's the secret: the stone is a lid. It opens on a hinge to reveal a hidden compartment inside. Dark patina settles into the recesses and makes every curl of the relief pop.

Hallmarked on the back STERLING 925, TALLERES DE LOS BALLESTEROS and HECHO EN MEXICO. Approx. 3" tall × 2" wide, 55 grams. Pendant only, chain not included.

• Brand: Los Ballesteros (Taxco, Mexico)
• Material: Sterling silver .925, tiger's eye
• Color: Silver / Gold-Brown
• Condition: Very Good
• Flaws: Aged patina in the recessed details and light wear consistent with age; light scratches inside the locket. Hinge works, stone secure.

One of one. Vintage pieces may show normal signs of age — check photos and measurements.