Vintage Taxco Sterling Silver and Brass X-Shaped Brooch by G. Benitez

This is the reverse view of a vintage Mexican modernist brooch, primarily constructed from sterling silver with brass accents. The piece features an abstract 'X' or stylized bow-tie silhouette with four radiating, rounded limbs. The central junction is bound with decorative twisted brass wire. The item measures approximately 2 to 3 inches in width. On the lower-left wing, clear hallmarks are visible: 'G. BENITEZ', '925', and 'MEXICO' along with the eagle mark numeric code 'TS-01', which identifies the maker as Geronimo Benitez of Taxco. The construction details include a horizontal pin stem with a safety rolling C-clasp mechanism and a visible solder join for a small ring or bail on the upper left, suggesting this piece may also function as a pendant. The metal exhibits a significant, dark uneven patina and oxidation across the silver surfaces, typical for aged Taxco jewelry from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1970s). The surface shows minor micro-scratching and general wear consistent with age, but the structural integrity of the clasp and wire-wrapping remains solid, displaying high-quality hand-finished craftsmanship characteristic of the Taxco silver Renaissance.