RARE MEX Whimsical Silverplate Abalone Articulated Fish Motif Bottle Opener 8"

Crafted with abalone shell, this fish-shaped bottle opener merges functional utility with detailed artistry, making it a unique addition to your collection. • Fish-shaped design with intricate abalone shell inlay • Durable and functional bottle-opening mechanism • Lightweight and easy to store or display • Handmade with attention to detail 8 inches top to bottom. This is a vintage articulated fish bottle opener, typically handcrafted in Mexico, featuring abalone or mother-of-pearl shell inlay. The body is built on an articulated metal core (often brass or silverplate), allowing the fish to move and bend. The open "mouth" of the fish functions as the bottle opener. The iridescent shell pieces are hand-cut and glued to the base to form the scales. These items were particularly popular in the mid-20th century, around the 1960s and 1970s. RARE RARE MEX Whimsical Silverplate Abalone Articulated Fish ... Being offered is a whimsical and rare circa 1970 silverplate bottle opener that was handcrafted in Mexico; featuring articulated tail. Inventory 804 Features: • All season • shell Condition: Pre-Owned Like New Sell jewelry, purses, misc. household items