One of the Los Castillo workshop earlier creations as is indicated by its low design number the “koi fish” bracelet dates from the years when Margot de Taxco was still married to Antonio Castillo and under the spell of Japanese aesthetics. The bracelet I am presenting here has all the distinctive elements of the motif – the fish swim in and out of undulating waves with air bubbles surrounding them and their tiny scales are carefully rendered en repoussage...

Hand crafted in sterling silver, this vintage articulated keepsake or pill box was designed and & signed c. 1950's by William Spratling. Measuring 6 1/4" x 2" the fish weighs 90 grams. Excellent condition and patina. Fully hallmarked. Spratling's designs were often inspired by the menagerie of wildlife that surrounded him in Taxco. Beautiful accent piece for any décor.

This is one of Margot de Taxco's most loved swan design #5144. Properly hallmarked as shown and weighing 64 grams on the necklace and 11.4 grams on the earrings. The necklace is .75in. tall and is 16 comfortable inches in length. The earrings are exactly one link of the necklace and is 1 3/8in. long. This is stunning on and is collector and museum quality with no damage to the repousse. The swans depict long turned down and arched necks with the feathers ending in a sweeping curl...

Stunning mid-century modern sterling and cabachon amethyst pin by Antonio Pineda and Los Castillo.Outstanding design and execution, the eye travels over the different levels and shapes. This is a large brooch measuring 3" by 1 1/2". It is in beautiful original condition and hallmarked for Antonio Pineda and Los Castillo as shown. This brooch is different and interesting any way you turn it. Modernist design at its' best.

A superb modernist design 970 silver belt buckle by Antonio Pineda. Sleek and sophisticated, there is a slight gold wash on the triangular shaped center piece and a line and dot of black enamel. It measures 2 1/8" by 1 1/8" at the widest part. The weight is 33 grams and it is signed for Antonio Pineda as shown. Very 1950's and very wonderful.

Rare & versatile this sterling silver & coral bead necklace was designed & signed c. 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Measuring 120 inches or 10 ft. long & weighing 85 grams this design can be draped around the neck several times depending on the mood or occasion. Both silver and coral beads are in beautiful condition. Fully hallmarked on the tight & secure clasp. For safety & because of age the necklace has been professionally restrung...

One of William Spratling most beautiful bracelets, this is a heavy silver cuff with silver cabachons surrounded by rope bezels. It measures 5 5/8" around in the inside and has a 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 7/8" wide and weighs 192 grams. Hallmarks from the Spratling First Design Period 1931-1946 as shown. Fine original condition. Museum quality Spratling.

Today we are offering a first phase signed William Spratling Quetzalcoatl necklace with repousse feathers and swirls flowing down the sculpted 3 dimensional head. There is a 20 inch wearable length and a weight of 83 grams. A huge presence is displayed as the head is 3 1/8th in. tall and 3.25 in. wide. The balls on it's hand are solid silver and can be determined by the raw underside. It is noted in SPRATLING SILVER A FIELD GUIDE BY PHYLLIS M...

Both bold & delicate this rare obsidian & sterling silver necklace was designed & signed in Mexico circa 1930's by Frederick Davis (1880-1961). The necklace is 18" long. The center obsidian drop with frame is 1 1/2 L. Signed FD on clasp. Silver and stones are in beautiful condition with no issues. Unpolished patina. The stones catch light as the necklace moves. P. 123 of WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill features a Davis necklace with a similar Art Deco feel...

This is a design 715 Los Castillo with the old linear hallmark that I have never had the opportunity to find before. Extremely wonderful on the wrist. Also the length of the bracelet is 7.25in. long and 1 inch tall. Made with impeccable quality weighing 111 grams. This bracelet is very rare and a real catch for the collectors.

One of the most beautiful early pieces by Matilde Poulat that I have yet found. This c.1950's sterling, turquoise and amethyst bracelet is exceptional in every way. All of the stones are intact and look to be original. The amethysts are vivid purple and all stones are free of damage. The bracelet measures 8" end to end and is 1 3/4" wide. It weighs 72 grams and the push in clasp snaps tightly shut. Signed and numbered for Matilde Poulat "MATL" as shown. This piece is a treasure.

We are offering design 263 which is one of the early Los Castillo pre-Columbian swirls. The necklace is one of the most magnificent Los Castillo designs and this one is 17 in. which makes it fit nicely as most are very short in length. This is properly hallmarked with the old linear Los Castillo hallmark as shown. There are many copies out there but this one is genuine and a pre-1948. It moves like a slinky with the rivets that hold the links together for strength...

SOLD, no price no info. Listed silversmith Romero. Essay era silver & copper discs SB earrings signed: HECHO EN MEXICO, ROMERO 925 TAXCO in a circle & assay mark #3 on lower silver discs and STERLING TAXCO on ear pads. Unpolished vintage condition. Good working turn wheels, 23 grams, 1 1/2". SOLD, no price, no info.

Sensational vintage sterling silver bracelet designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda. Truly one of Antonio's best this bracelet measures 1 1/4" wide...

Intricately hand wrought & versatile this vintage sterling silver & volcanic obsidian starfish pendant or pin was designed & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The pendant measures 3 1/8" long & 3" wide. The handmade sterling silver chain in the style of Spratling measures 20" is marked STERLING. The thick carved oval obsidian stone catches light beautifully as you move. Both silver & stone are in beautiful condition. The chain hook, pin back & safety lock are ...

This vintage sterling silver bracelet was designed circa 1950's by Margot Van Voorhies Carr. Weighing 67 grams, the AM PM bracelet measures 3/4" wide with a 7" wearable length. The hourglass pendant is 1 1/2" long. Fully hallmarked. Safety chain & clasp tight & secure. This bracelet, companion necklace & earrings are pictured on p.51 of the museum exhibit catalog WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill. Margot designs are included in the permanent 20th century Mexic...

We do not find this old hallmark of Martinez very often but when we do it is special. This is a rare one with amethyst stones and carved silver dangles with repousse beads. The over all length is 19in. with the chain and just the links are 16in. The height is 1 3/8ths inches making it a bold treasure. Martinez is known for his stone work and all of these amethyst match very well with some looking lighter depending on the direction of the camera flashes. No chips or damage to the silver or stone....

The Los Castillo 653 cuff is a modernist jewel perfect for career wear for the best dressed. The dimensions are: Back gap 1 inch. Height is also 1 inch. Weight is a thick solid 53 grams. Inside diameter is 2.25 inches and can be professionally sized. There is lovely darkness in the circular recesses and some patina to the rest of the piece. No dents and rounds the wrist beautifully.