Jaguar Pin

This vintage William Spratling brooch features a bold jaguar form crafted in polished sterling silver and carved tortoise shell. The dynamic feline silhouette is expressed through a series of curvilinear inlays that accentuate the creature’s strength and motion—spiraling tail, coiled limbs, and upright ears evoking both elegance and energy. The contrast between the warm, translucent tortoise shell and the mirror-like silver outline gives the piece striking visual dimension. Measuring 2½ by 3½ inches, the brooch is substantial in scale yet wearable, making it a captivating accent on a lapel, scarf, or garment. The reverse bears the William Spratling hallmark, confirming the piece’s Taxco origin and its standing among the most iconic designs in mid-century Mexican silverwork.