Alicia 950 Silver Dangle Earrings

These modernist earrings were made by Alicia in the 1980s.  They feature all moveable parts; the large discs spin, and the small squares at the top are removeable and can be worn alone.  They are made of 950 silver, meaning they contain 95 percent pure silver.  Alicia Cuevas de Ortiz founded one of the first silver stores in Taxco, Mexico called "Plateria Alicia" in 1960.  Her company is now called Alicia Plata, and is a wholesale jewelry supplier still located in Taxco. 

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on www.rubylane.com is coming soon.

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Alicia Plata. Retrieved 4/16/2011 from http://www.aliciaplata.com/en/quienes.html