This whimsical sterling silver necklace designed by Maria Belen Nilson of Taxco features skeletons celebrating the "Day of the Dead". This custom is celebrated throughout Mexico to honor loved ones and family members during the first week of November. The design is based up the illustrations of Jose Posada who is credited with the creation of the "Catrina" which symbolized the corrupt society in Mexico prior to the revoluction during the reign of Porfirio Diaz. The "Catrina" is currently associated with the customs surrounding the "Day of the Dead".
Details:
Necklace has a wearable length of 16 1/4 to 19 inches. The center medallion with the woman and man skeleton is 1 1/8 inch wide and 1 1/2 inches high. The back skeleton chain is 3/4 inches wide. Weight for the necklace is 1.5 ounces. Markings are "MB Maria Belen Mexico 925". The necklace is composed of sterling silver.
Payment:
Personal check, money order, VISA, Mastercard, Discover and American Express are accepted. Please contact Carmen Armstrong at 832-563-3192 or E Mail:
Carmen@adornmentsunlimited.net to place an order.
