Religious Bracelet Appraisal

Maguire Sterling GOYA Bracelet with Religious Medallion and Tassel Charm

This is a vintage Maguire Sterling GOYA bracelet, likely crafted from sterling silver judging by the 'Sterling' indication in the context. The bracelet features a flexible, snake-chain style band for the majority of its length, connecting to an engraved rectangular ID tag on one end, and segments of flat, interlocking rectangular links on the other end, leading to the charms. The ID tag displays what appears to be an engraved name or inscription, possibly 'Maguire' or 'Goya', though it is somewhat worn and difficult to discern clearly from the image. Fastened to the link chain section are two significant dangle elements: a decorative tassel charm and an oval-shaped medallion. The tassel is comprised of numerous fine silver chains emanating from a polished, spherical cap, adding movement and visual interest. The medallion is the focal point, depicting a side profile of Christ with a halo or radiating lines behind his head, indicating a religious motif. The details of the face and hair are rendered in relief, showing good craftsmanship. As per the context, the reverse of this charm is said to bear the raised inscription 'I AM A GREEK ORTHODOX', reinforcing its spiritual significance and potentially indicating its origin or intended wearer. The bracelet exhibits a noticeable patina consistent with age and exposure, suggesting it is an older piece. Some surface scratches and minor wear are visible, particularly on the ID tag and the raised areas of the medallion, which is expected for a pre-owned item of this type. The overall construction appears sturdy, indicating reasonable quality for its period. The style of the bracelet, particularly the snake chain and ID tag, points towards a mid-20th century aesthetic, possibly 1950s-1970s.