All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #141122
Stunning, heavy sterling bracelet with azur-malachite by Enrique Ledesma, c.1950. He is best known for his impeccable work fusing silver with stone. This bracelet is simply amazing with each silver link having an inlaid stripe of stone and then hinged together to join the next link. The push in clasp is invisible and the safety chain is intact. It is a large bracelet, measuring 8" around in the inside and 7/8" wide. It is 1 1/4" thick and weighs 92 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1426270 (stock #15067)
Swallows hold within their slender, elegant little bodies tender memories of my childhood in Greece - they are considered the most important harbingers of spring and symbolize regeneration, hope and the assurance that sun-filled days will always follow the darkest hours of winter. For the Victorians, they represented faithfulness and the promise of a loved-one's return and as a motif, they were widely used in sentimental jewelry...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1232094 (stock #margotbrace)
Another Margot van Voorhies Carr masterpiece properly hallmarked Margot de Taxco and without eagle sixteen as her very earliest work had no eagle and sometimes eagle 1. This is a very early design #5161. This example is one of the finest I have found. It is extra large weighing 90 grams heavy and is taller than most at 1.5in. tall. No damage or flaws just some flecks of patina which is warm and fabulous. Collector and museum quality.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #271323
A superb three dimensional sterling and amethyst hinged cuff by Taxco silversmith Margot De Taxco. A bracelet in constant motion with curling and swirling forms edged in silver beading and 8 teardrop shaped cabachon amethysts budding forth from silver stems. It is exquisite in every way and a Margot piece that I have never seen before. It is 3 3/4" long in the front and 7" around in the inside. Beautiful original condition, warm patina, weighs 105 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1441607 (stock #15313)
I have said many times in the past that I consider the Los Ballesteros workshop Taxco’s foremost creator of the so-called “mask” jewelry. And among their best are their hinged bangle bracelets, a fantastic example of which I am presenting here. The effigy is carved out of tiger’s eye, a stone which creates a magical sensation with its molten gold, glistening caramel and rich chocolate browns...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1307886 (stock #13148)
Superlative Prosa silver and amethyst bracelet, this is a Mexican treasure by a maker who was not as prolific yet seems to have had moments of absolute brilliance during their work years. The piece at hand speaks by itself - just take a look at the beautifully handcrafted, slightly slanted sterling links! This is thick silver with deep hand-chased details and amazing patina. And the amethyst cabochons, saturated and full of interesting inclusions, are to die for...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1414979 (stock #201601)
This is an unusual design in a Matl bracelet properly hallmarked for the early part of Matilde Poulat's career. This treasure is 6.5 in. long and 1.25in. tall. The coral frames the amethyst giving it an elegant presence.The bracelet has a natural patina and has been very well cared for. The amethyst are clear with no damage. The weight is 52 grams.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #331729
A fantastic sterling and azur-malachite necklace and matching screwback earrings by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma. Known for his impeccable way of fusing stone with silver, this set is an astounding example of his skill. The teardrop shaped links are vertical and then horizontal. The color of the stones a beautiful mottled green. Fine original condition, the necklace is 17 1/2" end to end and 1 1/4" wide at the vertical front links. Secure push in clasp...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1399514 (stock #191304)
Antonio Pineda's wave is one of his most stunning designs. The links form a deep swirl to a button top that flows from link to link. The weight is a monstrous 218 grams of silver. The thickness at the highest point is 10mm. The length is approximately 17in. of wearable length. Properly hallmarked as shown. Finding a condition of no issues of any kind is also a delight. A must have for collectors and never goes out of style.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1980 item #1427931 (stock #15122)
It is not easy to stumble upon a vintage Los Ballesteros carved "mask" ring but when one does find an example, what a feast it is! There is nothing "timid" about this piece. The philosophy here is big, bold and beautiful and I believe that the Los Ballesteros workshop accomplished all this monumentality in the most amazing, masterful, and eye-pleasing way. The "mask" is here carved out of a dark green agate, I believe, with grayish white specs in it...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1425928 (stock #15021)
The last example of a small Los Castillo "onix negro" jewelry collection I acquired a little time ago, this mod bracelet is perfect for the medium to smaller wrist. Its thick links remind me of mahjong tiles and I am captivated by their minimalist geometry. Easy to wear yet definitely a bracelet whose weight feels warm and familiar when you have it on - the perfect accessory to add that little bit of style to make it special. Measuring 6 3/8" long (wearable) by 1/2" wide it weighs 50.0 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1292744
Beautiful and rare this "machine age" 970 sterling silver bracelet was designed & signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist designer Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). The bracelet measures 1 inch wide and will comfortably fit up to a 6 3/4" wrist. It weighs a hefty 117 grams, 4.1oz. Excellent condition with no issues. Slide clasp is tight and secure. In addition there is a safety chain...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1377322 (stock #182703)
A most desirable signed Matl from when Matilde Poulat was designing in her shop. This necklace has a 16.75 in. wearable length with a width of .80 of an inch. The head is the larger size with varied tones of large blue turquoise stones. Old Matl is so hard to find and this design is seen mostly in gold wash over silver. This one is all silver. You may see these in a shorter length for less money but they will rarely fit due to the length. The weight is 124 grams. All the coils are smooth layin...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1347736
Outstanding hand made sterling silver & turquoise cuff bracelet designed & signed c. 1940's by Frank Patania Sr. (1889-1964). Made for a smaller wrist the interior measures 5 1/2" end to end plus the 1 inch opening in the back. It stands 1 inch high. 61 grams heavy. Five 5/8" high turquoise stones are accented by 14 solid silver half domes. Exquisite condition & patina. Fully hallmarked FP STERLING & Thunderbird shop hallmark. Patania was an Italian designer who migrated to the US & eventually t...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #151095
RARE and OUTSTANDING 940 silver bracelet from Hector Aguilar's workshop the Taller Borda designed by Gabriel Flores. Fabulous design and execution, this bracelet is in fine original condition with a beautiful patina. It consists of six pin hinged panels with a chain and pin closure. It measures approximately 7" around in the inside and is 1 1/16th " wide. It weighs 124 grams. It is signed Taller Borda, 940, GF (for Gabriel Flores),Taxco Mexico and the eagle mark with the number 9. This is hallma...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1198811
Sensational and rare sterling silver and amethyst belt buckle designed and signed circa 1940's by American and Taxco, Mexico artist Hubert Harmon. When the hook with a puffy heart tip slides beneath the gill of the fish to secure the buckle in place this work of art measures 6 1/2 inches long and 2 1/4 inches wide. Separately each piece measures 3 3/4 inches long. Each of the belt ends will easily accommodate a 1 1/2 inch belt strap. Weight - 72 grams, 2 1/2 oz. Fully hallmarked HUBERT HARMON,...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1402549 (stock #191006)
This is a huge 6in. tall cross with the sunburst and palomas roses adorning and the child angels dangle. Signed with the old hallmark of MATL cursive. The measurement is 4.5in. at the widest point. With a weight of 192 grams of exceptional design by Matilde Poulat and designed within the Mexican Silver Renaissance.This is fit for a true Museum piece and incredibly rare. Hangs from a leather raw hide strip and has no repairs, dents or damage of any kind, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1484421 (stock #000588)
Circa 1950's, this Salvador Teran modernist piece can be worn either as a pendant or pin.

Measuring 2 5/8" x 2", it's a rare and spectacular piece. The stones are chrysocolla, lapis, and onyx.

Weight is 37.1 grams.

Signed and hallmarked "Salvador Sterling Mexico", with the design # 124.

In excellent vintage condition.