Siam Sterling Silver Bracelet and Clip Earring Set

Siam Sterling matching bracelet and clip earring set with Mekhala, the goddess of lightening and Ramasoon, the god of thunder.  The bracelet measures 7 inches by .50 inches. The earrings measure 1 by .75 inch. Excellent condition, has a lovely patina. Patina can be polished, though we leave that to the new owner as the patina is highly desirable in collector communities.  Siam Sterling jewelry was manufactured from the 1930s through the 1980s, and was a very popular motif in the 1950-60s. Although Siam officially changed its name to Thailand in the 1940s, the “Siam” nickname for this style of jewelry stuck.  Siam silver is officially called “Nielloware.” Niello is a black mixture of copper, silver, and lead, used as an inlay on engraved or etched metal. American soldiers who visited Thailand in the mid-20th century bought this jewelry for their ladies back home, making it a popular mid-century trend. Much of the filigree was etched by hand by Thai artisans. It depicts the characters of