Description
One of a kind handmade jewelry piece: ~ I believe this would work as either a necklace or a very petite belt ~ 70 Historic 1930's Illinois tax tokens have been lovingly crafted into this unique work of art ~ Two rows with diamond shaped centerpiece ~ Classic aluminum matte silver finish ~ Square tokens with rounded edges read RETAILERS OCCUPATION TOKEN 1 1/2 (mils) & DEPT. OF FINANCE STATE OF IL ~ Would be cute on anyone - but extra perfect for the tax lawyer or preparer, accountant, IRS employee / auditor, treasurers office worker, finance guru, etc Ready & waiting for your neckline, waist, collection, special outfit / occasion, or gift giving - you will love this! ESTIMATED AGE OR ERA = True vintage - coins are 1930's in age (post 1935) - belt could have been make at any time after that. Guessing retro mid century piece METAL AND/OR MATERIAL = Aluminum coins & well matched silver jump rings CLOSURE/CLASP = Integrated carved out hooks on the end two tokens that slide into the corresponding two jump rings on the other end for a seamless, almost hidden closure MARKS = Just the markings on the coins / tokens outlined above MEASUREMENTS = About 28" long end to end x 1 1/2" wide US RING SIZE = x WEIGHT = x CONDITION = Great vintage condition - no damage or quirks found to mention. in an excellent state of preservation "A picture is worth a thousand words" Please view & enlarge photographs to closely inspect fine details & to determine the amount of patina and/or wear. Most older pieces by nature normally have some degree of both and, unless severe, aren't considered damaged & not mentioned. Individuals do have varying levels of desire & tolerance for "vintage charm" so do utilize the scroll arrows beside the photos to allow yourself the opportunity to view them all, as they are an extension & integral part & of the description. PLEASE REMEMBER TO VISIT MY OTHER SHOPS Blooming Jewels 2 - For vintage to antique jewelry & goodies of all kinds - click here https://BloomingJewels2.etsy.com Clip On or Screw it - Dedicated entirely to earrings from yesteryear https://ClipOnorScrewIt.etsy.com The Vintage Button Hole - Buttons & misc related to creating & collecting https://TheVintageButtonHole.etsy.com Tax Time - Vintage 1930's State Of Illinois Tax Token Folk Art Jewelry Necklace Or Belt Handmade Aluminum Coins Tokens Double Row
