Lot #46: Vintage 1950s/60s SMCo Sterling Silver 1" Pacific Northwest Thunderbird Charm

Vintage 1950s/60s SMCo Sterling Silver 1" Pacific Northwest Thunderbird Charm Item: Vintage Northwest Coast Style Thunderbird Medallion Pendant / Charm Manufacturer: Silverman Manufacturing Company (SMCo) – Providence, Rhode Island Era: Mid-20th Century (Circa 1950s–1970s) Material: Guaranteed Solid .925 Sterling Silver Diameter: Exactly 1 Inch (25.4 mm) Description: Up for auction is a beautiful, highly collectible mid-century sterling silver souvenir pendant manufactured by the historic Silverman Manufacturing Co. (SMCo). This 1-inch circular medallion features a striking, crisp relief design of a traditional Pacific Northwest Coast Indigenous Thunderbird. The stylized mythical bird is set against a distinct, geometric chevron/zigzag background pattern and enclosed by a polished border. The reverse side is clearly stamped with the authentic vintage maker's hallmark: "STERLING SMCo". This piece perfectly captures the post-war American travel and tourism boom, making it a fantastic crossover collectible for enthusiasts of vintage Americana souvenir jewelry, mid-century silver charms, and Pacific Northwest iconography. It includes its original top jump ring, ready to be added to a vintage charm bracelet or worn as a standalone statement necklace pendant. Condition Report: Excellent vintage condition with a gorgeous, natural aged patina. The stamping is sharp, clear, and perfectly legible. The medallion retains its crisp structural details with only minor surface wear consistent with age. It has been lightly cleaned on the reverse to clearly show the hallmark, leaving the stunning historical tarnish intact on the front to highlight the details of the Thunderbird. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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