Charming 940 silver Aztec design necklace by Hector Aguilar, c. 1940. Very intricate and ornamental, this piece measures 16 1/2" end to end and is 1" wide. It weighs 88 grams and looks superb on. It is in excellent original condition, has a secure push in clasp and is signed for Hector Aguilar as shown in the photo. I have never seen this Hector Aguilar necklace offered before and not found it pictured in any book so believe it to be quite rare. A remarkable Hector Aguilar necklace!

A rare, amazing sterling and azur-malachite pin c. 1940 by William Spratling. Whichever way you turn this pin, there is an owl looking at you. The stones are gorgeous and this pin is large measuring 2 7/8" by 2 1/2". It weighs 60 grams and is in beautiful original condition. Appropriately signed with the William Spratling 1940-44 mark as shown in the photo. A spectacular pin.

This beautiful pin was modeled from Hubert Harmon's "Angel Brooch", which was taken from the escutcheon on the doorway of the Casa del Corazon in Taxco.The Harmon brooch is featured on page 107 of the catalog from the exhibit MAESTRO DE PLATA, WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE. This pin is nearly identical to the Harmon brooch with this pin having a smooth onyx face and the Harmon having a carved amethyst face. The Harmon pin is dated c...

Perfect for the Power Finger, this wrap, crossover deeply engraved, chased ring marked: "A. Cazares" & Taxco Mexico 925, reminding one of the work by the early famous Taxco silversmiths Aguilar, Castillo, etc. Presently at 7, yet can be adjusted up or down at will. Is 1.75" long with a shank of 1/4" at the narrowest. Very nice at 10 Grams.

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An exceptional sterling cuff bracelet by Margot De Taxco. Beautiful flowing pattern with swirls and curves and bead work. The eye moves continuously when looking at this bracelet. It is a hinged cuff in fine original condition. It is 2 1/2" wide in the front at the widest point and tapers to 1" at the back where the hinge connects. It is 6 3/4" around in the inside when closed but can really fit a larger wrist since it opens in the front...

Beautiful and rare sterling and carved obsidian mask bracelet by Abraham Paz,c.1930 . Pieces with his own hallmark are rare to find as many of his designs were bought by Fred Davis who then used his own hallmark on the creation. This bracelet measures 6 1/2" end to end and is 3/4" wide. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great opportunity to own a Paz piece.

Beautiful mid-century modern sterling and onyx bracelet by Antonio Pineda. It measures 7 1/2" end to end and is 3/4" wide. Fine original condition and signed as shown.

YEOW! A huge and beautiful sterling and amethyst quartz crystal bracelet by Sigi Pineda. The bracelet appears to have been completely designed around the rock specimen and the setting has a molten volcanic look. It is quite astounding. Measuring 6 1/2" around in the inside, it is 1 3/4" wide in the front and tapers to 3/4" in the back. IT WEIGHS 143 GRAMS so you must be comfortable with heavy. Circa 1950, it is in fine original condition and signed for vintage Sigi...

Classic Hector Aguilar 940 silver ring with oval black onyx. A beautiful setting. This is a large ring, currently size 13, but is actually adjustable and was made this way. Fine original condition, weighs 14 grams and is signed for Hector Aguilar as shown in the photo. A great ring.

A beautiful sterling ring with central square faceted blue topaz by Antonio Pineda. It measures 3/4" long and 1/2" wide and is a size 6 but could be sized without loss of the hallmarks. Beautiful condition and signed as shown. It is 3 dimensional and interesting from every angle.

A massive sculptural bracelet featuring comma shaped links terminating with large bezel set round cabachon amethysts by Antonio Pineda. Circa 1950, this bracelet is 7" around in the inside, 1 1/4" wide and weighs 105 grams. It is in beautiful original condition with intact safety chain. Signed as shown. A piece of wearable art.

20% of this was mailed to Katrina Survivors via Salvation Army & American Red Cross. Just as Matilde Poulat used Turquoise Coral & Amethyst so is this 4.2 Oz Bold Medallion Necklace stamped: "TS-39" (a listed silversmith) and HECHO EN MEXICO 925, possibly by her nephew Ricardo Salas. Super piece weighing 120 Grams or more than 4 Ounces! The Articulated Pendant Medallion 3 part Center piece is 4 1/4 X 2 1/2" wide. 14 Spiral Swirls ( 1 1/8 ea) make up the 'chain' part for 19". 38 gems...

A large and bold mid-century moderne sterling and tiger eye ring by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. The stone is fabulous - great color and striations. And BIG-- The ring is 1 1/2" long and 1 1/8" wide. It is a size 9 but can be sized without loss of the mark.The ring is plain in the back. Suitable for a man or woman, it is in fine condition but has a very slight split in one side section of the bezel. It does not detract from the ring in any way...

A beautiful, rare, early sterling cuff by Los Castillo with an intricate design. It is bold on the wrist and makes a statement. Measures 1" wide and 6" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening. Fine original condition, weighs 59 grams and is signed for Los Castillo as shown in the photo. A marvelous bracelet.

Mexican Graceful leaf & floral pin stamped signed: Sterling Taxco and the script "D G" for Damaso Gallegos who once worked for Hector Aguilar's Taller Borda. 15mm prong set tear drop shape green stone. 2 3/8 X 1 3/8 and in beautiful condition with the appropriate amount of rich darkening in the crevices.
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Featured on page 172 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk, this is the Female Dancers Bracelet by Los Castillo, c.1940-45. Very rare and exhibiting magnificent detail, it measures 7 1/2" end to end and is 1 3/4" wide. I am unsure if the clasp is original or perhaps a replacement although it has the same patina as the bracelet. Weighing 78 grams, the bracelet is in excellent condition. Signed and numbered as shown. A Mexican silver collectors dream.

HUGE, 142 gram, Aztec design sterling and amethyst cuff bracelet by William Spratling. This piece is featured on page 39 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1940. This bracelet is spectacular in design, materials and execution. It measures 6" around in the inside with a 1 3/8" opening, so 7 3/8" total. It is 2 3/8" wide in the front. This is a big and bold piece, a fabulous work of art...

SOLD. From Los Castillos Taller in Taxco, a sought after mixed metals sterling, copper, brass hinged bangle bracelet Stamped: METALES CASTILLO, Hecho en Mexico, assay # 15 and style # 143. Possible custom order for a smaller frame.
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Weighs a substantial 1.3 Oz or 37 grams. Very strong push clasp and loved pre owned unpolished condition.
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Soon will list a pair of parrot earrings by same!

Absolutely FABULOUS sterling and oval cabachon amethyst necklace, bracelet and earrings by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. It is almost impossible to find an intact suite like this! The pieces are all in excellent original condition and the stones are a gorgeous deep purple and free of any chips or cracks. The necklace measures 14 1/2" end to end, a wearable length of 14", and is 1/2" wide.It weighs 126 grams and has a secure push in oval sterling clasp...

This is a spectacular sterling and enamel necklace, bracelet and matching screwback earrings set by Margot De Taxco. The colors are beautiful and the design outstanding. The necklace measures 15" end to end and is 7/8" wide at the center section. The bracelet measures 6 1/2" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. The earrings hang 1 5/8" long. There is no missing enamel and all pieces have the Margot hallmarks and numbers. An absolutely outstanding and important Margot enamel parure.

Magnificent, rare sterling necklace by Margot De Taxco. This is a huge and bold piece with a truly unique combination of design elements.The central plate which measures 4 7/8" across and 2" wide is composed of the Greek key design adorned with scrolls and balls and a large flower on each end. Attached on hinges at each end are hinged links of the Greek key design...

This is a FANTASTIC ANTONIO STERLING ONYX and MOONSTONE NECKLACE and EARRING SET. This Rare Set's NECKLACE measures 7" top to bottom closed; the EARRINGS are 1 1/4" long. There are 8 Bezeled MOONSTONES around the edges. Marked: BELL LOGO; ANTONIO TAXCO Triangular Mark; 970; STERLING MEXICO both on the NECKLACE & EARRINGS. Date this ANTONIO SET circa third quarter of the 20th Century. OUTSTANDING ANTONIO JEWELRY

A superb necklace by Carmen Beckmann. Rare to find, it has 6 oval bezel set unfaceted amethysts as the focus of each of the six panels. Measuring 16 1/2" end to end and 1' wide, it weighs 95 grams and is in fine original condition. There are no chips or cracks in the stones. Lines that you see are natural inclusions all under the surface of the stone. Circa 1960-70, this is a beautiful necklace.

Spectacular large sterling beads by William Spratling. They are strung on silver chain and remarkably , all fit into each other. The necklace is 17 1/2" end to end and the beads are 1/2" wide. The necklace weighs 103 grams and is in fine original condition. There are no dents or dings to the beads and they have a lovely patina. They look fabulous on. Signed as shown. Rare and beautiful.

In 1949, William Spratling signed a contract with Conquistador, a large silver factory in Mexico, to provide designs that were to be manufactured and sold by this company. I believe this large, stunning star shaped pendant to be one of these pieces. Measuring 4" long and 3" wide, this eight spoked star has two diagonal sections with azurite fused into the silver as the focal point of the piece.Solid at 30 grams. It is interesting, unusual and elegant. Beautiful original condition and signed with...

A rare and exquisite pair of sterling, amethyst and pearl bracelets by Mexican silversmith Carmen Beckmann. Beckmann had a shop in San Miguel deAllende and was active in the 1960's and 1970's. The composition of these bracelets is sophisticated and the work of a highly skilled artist. The rectangles with amethyst and pearl are strung on 2 rows of silver chain alternating between silver circle slides. The pieces all move and end with an invisible push in clasp. The bracelets measure 8" end to end...

Magnificent alternating bars of 970 silver and amethyst by Antonio Pineda. Measures 6 1/4" around in the inside and 7/8" wide. It weighs 102 grams and is in fine original condition with safety chain and great big square silver box clasp. Signed as shown. Fabulous in every way.

A massive sculptural silver and center bezel set oval amethyst bracelet by Taxco silversmith Fred Davis. Although the stone is the focal point, it is the shape of the links which the eye cannot resist. In excellent original condition, c. 1930, this bracelet measures 8" end to end and is 1 5/8" wide. It weighs 80 grams and is signed Silver Mexico FD. Museum quality Fred Davis.

An absolutely fabulous azur-malachite and silver pin by William Spratling. Surely one of his inspired Alaskan north star designs, this pin has a center stone of azur-malachite with 7 silver stars randomly fused into the stone. The stone is held in a frame of silver stars. This is a large pin measuring 2 1/2" by 2 1/8" and weighing 33 grams. It is in pristine original condition and signed for William Spratling with the c.1955-67 mark as shown in the photo. A RARE and truly magnificent William Spr...

Tane is a noted silver company in Mexico City featuring jewelry and "Art Objects" with a strong emphasis on quality. Tiffany & Co. assisted Tane in the 1960's and 70's to expand. This beautiful necklace and earrings set is sterling square links joined together by a straight gold washed link. The necklace measures 16 1/2" end to end, is 1/2" wide and weighs 118 grams. The earrings are clip back and measure 5/8" long and 5/8" wide. They weigh 13 grams and hold securely and comfortably on the ears....

Beautiful hand hammered sterling necklace by Margot De Taxco. This design is not often seen and it is lovely. The necklace measures 16 3/4" end to end and is 2" wide at the center front point. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great piece for the Margot collector.

Sold. Taxco Mexico Handsomely Crafted Hinged Neck Collar marked: "Mexico" "950" and "TM-77". It weighs 3.7 Ounce or 107 of 95% Silver and measures 16.75" from end to end on the inside. The tri-lobal part measures 1.75" across and 1/2" wide at the sturdy hinge. Some tiny lines that vintage silver gets, yet is easily buffed. A lot of necklace for the price.
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Large scroll or ribbon pin by William Spratling c. 1945. It is pictured on page 45 of Morrill and Berk's book MEXICAN SILVER. It is crafted of sections of silver with copper and gold. A bold size, measuring 3" by 2 1/4", it is in fine original condition, weighs 37 grams, and is appropriately signed for William Spratling as shown in the photo. A glorious pin.

This is the best Los Ballesteros bracelet ever. Wonderful 1 1/2" wide sterling hinged bangle with black enamel polka dots strategically placed all around the bracelet. The back is as interesting as the front. It measures 7 1/4" around in the inside and weighs a solid 119 grams. Tight push in clasp and fine original condition. Signed for Los Ballesteros as shown. I just LOVE this bracelet!

Mod Unusual Cut Out Silver Sandwiched Horn between 2 .925 squares stamped: TAXCO MEXICO around AAB, a listed silversmith. Crushed turquoise inlay circles. Just under 7/8" across and sits on the diagonal. SOLD, no price, no info

An exceptional sterling and enamel necklace and bracelet by Margot De Taxco. This is the work for which she is best known and this set is surely one of her finest. The "W" design is intriguing and the black, white and silver dot enamel highlight the three dimensions. The necklace is 18" long and 1" wide in the front. The bracelet measures 8" end to end and is 7/8" wide. There is no enamel loss or chips or cracks. Both pieces are hallmarked and numbered as shown. One of the very best Margot ename...

Awesome & exceptionally rare this hand wrought sterling silver & mosaic azurmalachite double entwined serpent necklace was designed & signed c. 1949-50's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The finely detailed pendant measures 3" wide X 2 1/2". The necklace has a wearable length of 17 inches & weighs 87 grams or 3 oz. Beautiful condition and patina. Hallmarked on reverse WS 925. This design was featured in the museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE &...

Large, exquisite silver and amethyst brooch by Fred W. Davis, c. 1930. Davis combined amethyst quartz and silver in many of his pieces. This massive brooch measures 3 1/3" by 1 1/2" and is in fine original condition. It weighs 43 grams and is signed FD Silver Mexico as shown. I have never seen this piece offered before and believe it to be quite rare. A stunning blazer or coat pin and an important piece from Fred Davis.

Vintage unsigned Spratling? Mexican Silver Thick Gauge Cuff with Hands Holding Amethyst Tulips (1") Motif, plus 2 cabs (10mm), possibly Unsigned Spratling or Aguilar. 2.6 Oz or 75 Grams on postal scale. SOLD, no price, no info

Classic elegant 970 silver and pearl bracelet by Antonio Pineda. Mid-century, minimalist design, it measures 7" around in the inside and is just a bit over 1/2" wide. It weighs 50 grams and is in fine original condition. Signed as shown. Perhaps you are lucky enough to have the matching necklace?

Salvador Teran never looked better in his designs than this necklace and earring set. The velvet is a double strand going around the neck and has a 16.5in. wearable. It is clean and perfect. The silver is thick and substantial weighing 128 grams. The lariat is approximately 24in. long to the end tips. The tips and earrings are the same cut work but smaller in size but the earrings are still striking being 2.25in. in length. We can say the word rare in our descriptions but this one is monumental...

Very early, pre-eagle mark, sterling necklace by Los Castillo. A bold and important piece, it is featured on page 87 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1945. Beautiful geometric design, it measures 15" around total. The center section is 4 1/2" across and 1 1/2" wide. Solid at 135 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed for Los Castillo as shown. It is gorgeous in every way.

Rare and unusual sterling Art Deco design bracelet by Margot De Taxco. I had never seen this bracelet before and it may have been custom made. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is 1 7/8" wide in the front and 1 1/2" wide in the back. It is in fine original condition, weighs 121 grams. Signed and numbered as shown. A magnificent design and feels terrific on.

Modern Taxco Mexico Silver Neck Cuff Necklace mrkd: encircled "SJ" Mexico TC-110 (both listed) or TL-40 & 925. Nice heft @ just under 2 Ounces or 55 Grams w the bezel set black Onyx Trapezoid 23 X 12mm stone at mid front. Measures 15 1/4 inches inside including the flexible 3 inch opening X 7/8 in at widest to 1/4 in at narrowest. SOLD, no price, no info

Beautiful William Spratling cuff bracelet featured on page 39 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c.1940. This bracelet was produced during his business agreement with Silson, Inc. and is signed with the Spratling Silson mark as shown in the photo. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/2" opening so for a 7 1/4" wrist. It is 1 1/8' wide, weighs 51 grams and is in excellent original condition. Although this piece looks sterling, I believe all of the pieces pr...

Vintage 980 sterling silver bracelet designed and signed circa 1944 by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). The bracelet is 1 1/8" wide with a wearable length of 7 1/4". Weight 102 grams, 3.06 oz. Signed on the reverse WS 980 TAXCO. Excellent condition with no dents, dings or repairs. Beautiful patina. Pictured on Phyllis Goddards' excellent website spratlingsilver.com. Goddard states that this bracelet appeared in Spratlings' 1944 catalogue where he titled the design Vi...

Rare sculptural silver necklace & earrings designed c. 1950's by Margot Van Voorhies Carr. Margot signed her designs Margot de Taxco. Necklace & earrings weigh 86 grams, 3.3 oz. Wearable length of necklace is 16 1/2". Clip earrings are 1 3/4" long. Both earrings and necklace hallmarked on the reverse. Raised reflective silver surfaces framed by oxidized backgrounds. Beautiful condition. Margot designs included in the permanent 20th century Mexican silver collection at LACMA.

Rare and magnificent sterling abstract and obsidian screwback earrings by Salvador Teran. Striking design and beautiful stones. They are 1 1/8" long and 1" wide at the widest part. Fine original condition. Signed and numbered for Salvador Teran as shown. Even more wonderful on the ear.

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....

A fabulous bracelet of tall concave links by Antonio Pineda. I offered a similar bracelet at item # 575137, however , this is not the same bracelets as the dimensions of the links are different. This bracelet is 1" wide and measures 7" around in the inside. Fine original condition with safety chain. Antonio pieces are disappearing off the face of the earth.

Rare and unusual sterling and emerald bracelet by Salvador Teran. The central panel is adorned with 4 prong set irregular shaped emerald crystals on the top and bottom.The stones are a rich emerald green color that does not come through in the photos. The hinged side panels are open and have a fork shaped middle design. This bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. It is in fine original condition with a rich patina. Secure push in clasp and intact safety chain. Signed for...

A very special William Spratling bracelet of rosewood and sterling dots. This combination of materials became a popular one for him and one can find rings, candle sticks, salt and pepper shakers,trays and other items of similar design. This beautiful cuff measures 5" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 1/2" wide in the front and tapers to 1" at the back. It weighs 50 grams and is signed with the c.1956-62 hallmark as shown in the photo. It is in good original condition with a few...

Early William Spratling 980 silver bracelet with the marks dating it 1933-40. Spratling hallmarks can be reviewed on the website www.spratlingsilver.com. Classic, recognizable Spratling design, this bracelet has a pin closure and measures 6 3/4" end to end and is 7/8" wide. It is one of the bracelets featured on page 43 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk.Fine original condition, nice patina. Appropriately signed as shown. A great early Spratling bracelet.

Absolutely spectacular and rare Margot De Taxco bracelet with 9 cherub charms. Some are playing musical instruments and others are in some form of whimsy. There is great detail and definition to the charms. The bracelet measures 7 1/2" end to end and itself is 1/4" wide. With the charms, it is 2" wide. The bracelet and charms are all original and in fine condition. One of the charms is hallmarked as shown, however it is clear that all charms and the bracelet are original and all Margot De Taxco....

A wonderful 1950's mid-century modern abstract sterling pin with agate stones by Taxco silversmith Salvador Teran. An outstanding design, this pin measures 2 3/4" by 1 3/4". It is in fine original condition and signed for Salvador Teran as shown. Rare and impressive.

Absolutely magnificent sterling mask brooch by Margot De Taxco. Spectacular in every way,this rare and unique Aztec design brooch measures an imposing 3 1/2" wide and 2 5/8" long. The side dangles move. There are loop attachments at the top reverse of the pin so may have been part of a large necklace that came apart as it stands alone as a brooch and is all original and unaltered in any way. Beautiful condition, weighs 62 grams and is signed and numbered for Margot De Taxco as shown. Absolutely ...

A magnificent sterling and stone s-curved motif necklace, bracelet and screwback earrings set by Felipe Martinez. His workshop , Piedra Y Plata, opened in 1950, was considered by his peers to be one of the best silver shops in Taxco. This magnificent set is featured on page 189 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date is c. 1955. The necklace measures 16 1/2" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. The bracelet measures 7 1/4" end to end and is 1" wide. The screwback earrings are 1" lon...

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. The earrings are 1 1/8" long and 5/8"...

Magnificent design of this sterling necklace by Los Castillo. Very striking on the neck, it measures 15"end to end, is 3/4" wide and weighs 110 grams. Fine original condition and hallmarked for Los Castillo as shown. Very elegant.

We have a very special William Spratling early casa belles and amethyst necklace. Properly hallmarked as shown and 18 in. long. It has a height of 1.25in. and displays a strong presence. This is a rare piece of old Mexican silver and it is very difficult to find one with the proper number of 3 casa belles in between the amethyst that conforms to William Spratlings standards of this design. These hand made casa belles are extremely difficult to reproduce. There is no damage or repairs to this tre...