Object Description
Britannia standard silver silver nautilus seashell – Import Mark for 1964 by Janna Thomas..Realistically modelled, with textured finish, on ropetwist rim foot, stamped ‘JANNA/STERLING/MEXICO’
The designer Janna Thomas, originally from New York, operated a workshop in Taxco, Mexico from 1965 until her death in 1988. Her pieces were sold by Tiffany’s among others. The small town of Taco is famous as a centre for artisanal silver workshops.
Dimensions:
Height
6 cm / 2 ”
Width
8.5 cm / 3 ”
Depth
6 cm / 2 ”
Weight
197 g (6.33 troy ozs)