Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver and Turquoise Oval Pendant

This is a vintage oval-shaped pendant crafted from .925 sterling silver, as indicated by the provided hallmarks of '925' and 'Mexico'. The central feature is a vibrant, bezel-set turquoise cabochon, displaying a characteristic robins-egg blue hue with subtle natural matrix lines typical of genuine stone. The silver setting consists of a tiered or 'bullseye' concentric oval design that adds depth and a modernist aesthetic. It features a wide, integrated cylindrical barrel bail at the top, allowing it to accommodate various thicknesses of chains or cords. Physically, the pendant shows signs of honest age, including a light patina and fine surface scratches (scuffing) consistent with regular wear. The silver construction appears solid and well-made, typical of mid-to-late 20th-century Mexican silversmithing often associated with regions like Taxco. There are no visible chips to the stone or deep gouges in the metal, suggesting good overall preservation. The combination of the bold blue turquoise against the reflective sterling silver concentric rings makes this a classic example of Mexican folk-modernist jewelry.