All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #575137
Sleek and elegant concave link bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The links are hinged so there is movement and fluidity to the bracelet. It measures 7" around in the inside, is 3/4" wide and weighs 115 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great Antonio bracelet that will compliment many of his necklaces.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #289553
An astounding and extremely rare sterling pill box in the form of an articulated fish by William Spratling.The head of the fish opens to reveal a 1" deep compartment to keep whatever you wish. All of the scales move and make you feel sure that this fish can swim. Measuring 6 1/4" long and 2" at the widest point, it is in beautiful original condition and weighs 82 grams. It is signed with the WS script mark and eagle 30 which ,according to the spratlingsilver.com website, dates it c. 1951-56...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Contemporary item #1218036
A superb, handmade, sterling bracelet featuring 4 rows of circular links with hanging tubes that all move by Mexican silversmith Teresa Camino. Her work was represented in the William Spratling Maestro De Plata exhibit and can be found on page 65 of the exhibit catalogue. She was the winner of numerous awards in Mexico and the U.S. before her death in 2003. Her work is still being produced by Albino Guitierrez, her long time silversmith and collaborator...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1351167 (stock #171101)
Sanborns crafted this open backed repousse cuff with a floral motif. This type of work is an early method with this one being of exceptional weight of 71 grams and a height of 2in. Sometimes these cuffs have holes where light comes thru and or have a lighter weight of silver. This has none of those issues of damage, repairs or faults of any kind. A lovely item of early work to be admired by collectors.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #297391
An exuberant sterling pin with a naturalistic design by Felipe Martinez who opened his workshop "Piedra Y Plata" in 1955. The highly polished, smooth amethyst flowers seem to be bursting out of the leaves which are going in all directions.This pin, c.1955, is featured on page 186 of the Morrill book MEXICAN SILVER, however, the pin in the book has green stones rather than amethyst. The pin measures 2 6/8" by 2 1/8" and is in beautiful original condition...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #413932
A rare and extraordinary brass cuff with repousse stylized fish motif by Hubert Harmon. The fish have a large cabachon onyx eye and their scales are three dimensional. Hubert Harmon set up a small workshop in Taxco around 1940. His designs are whimsical and unique. All of his work is highly valued and it is almost impossible to find. This cuff measures 3" wide and is 6" around in the inside with a 1 1/2" opening so 7 1/2" total. It is in fine original condition and weighs 98 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #154515
This is the ARMADILLO CUFF, designed by Valentin Vidaurreta and made by Manuel Altamirano. It dates c. 1945-50 and is featured in the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. The rounded shaped panels graduate in size measuring from 1 3/4" wide in the front to 1" at the back. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside and has a 1 1/4" opening so it is for a 6 3/4" wrist. It is signed for Manual Altamirano as shown in the photo...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #299360
According to the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk, "It is nearly impossible to find jewelry designed by Harmon. All of his work is desirable and unique." Featured on page 191 of Morrills' book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO are these earrings- Wings and Stars Earrings- by Hubert Harmon. She dates them c. 1940-45. They are clever and outrageous as Harmon was known to be. The wires wrap around the ears so the wings go up and the stars dangle...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #302287 (stock #T 810)
SOLD, no price, no info available. Circa 1940 Fred Davis Design Pre Assay Substantial Big Bold Bracelet marked: MEXICO SILVER with a Pheasant Bird Mark. This resembles a well known modernist Art Deco looking Fred Davis bracelet. Weighs just under 3 Ounces or 83 Grams (heavier than #132649 in this catalog) of bright red testing silver! May be higher. When the hidden hook is engaged it measures 7 3/8" inside X 1 3/16" wide X 1/4 - 1/2" Thick! Very nice pre owned condition...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #766578 (stock #T 1632)
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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1008347
Impeccable silver and inlaid amethyst bracelet and screw back earrings by Felipe Martinez who opened his workshop "Piedra Y Plata" in 1950. Measuring 7 1/8" end to end, the bracelet is 1" wide and weighs 63 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #690485
Outstanding sterling necklace by Los Castillo. It is 16" long and 1 1/2" wide at the center swirl. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Great design!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #463171 (stock #T 1414)
Circa 1945 stamped: "Sterling Mexico", a pre assay era mark. Huge Humorous Ostrich Bird wearing toe shoes & a bow tie figural Silver Pin. 4" plus and so cute! Acquired by a long long time Mimi Dee Artwear - Vintage Jewelry collector. SOLD - no other info available
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #855710
Handcrafted sterling silver and abalone butterfly pin designed and signed (c.1950)by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-1967). Abalone is seldom seen in Spratling designs. Here he uses a soft and translucent shell of pinks and blues to compliment the silver wings. Signed 925 WS. Measures 1 1/4" high and 1 1/4" wide. Pin back with C clasp works perfectly. Abalone and silver in perfect condition. Pictured on page 29 of WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #361988
A fabulous and unusual 2 1/4" wide sterling cuff with pearls and onyx by Los Ballesteros. The scalloped edges really dress up this piece. It measures 6" around in the inside and has a 1 1/4" opening. It is not adjustable and weighs 66 grams.This is an early piece, c. 1945. Fine original condition and hallmarked for Los Ballesteros as shown. This is a beautiful cuff.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #321790 (stock #T 951)
Pre assay era Marked "Silver Made in Mexico". Resembling the work of Melendez, talented Taxco silversmith or even Fred Davis with the type of opaque stones he favored. Swirling chased leaf wreath pin brooch that weighs a solid .8 Oz or 23 Grams of tested sterling or better and is 1 3/4" across. Bezel set 5/8" or 15mm Green Cab is surrounded with rope. Original "C" catch and the hinge. Pin stem appears to have been replaced in the past? Priced accordingly. Please see scans for more info as...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #140621
Rare and beautiful Fred Davis chevron bracelet.This bracelet is featured on page 27 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date this bracelet c.1930. The bracelet measures 7 1/2" end to end and is 1 1/8" wide. It is in fine original condition with a secure push in clasp and weighs 44 grams. It is signed for Fred Davis as shown in the photo. All of the work of Fred Davis is very desirable and collectible as it is very difficult to come by. A beautiful example of his work.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #130639
Fabulous, rare, Antonio Pineda sterling and amethyst cuff bracelet. Incredible mid-century modern design and very unique construction with the middle row of amethysts hinged at each end and the entire row able to move up and down. This is a massive and bold piece measuring 1 1/2" wide in the front, tapering to 3/4" at the ends in the back. It is 5 1/4" in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening so for a 6 1/2" wrist. It weighs 143 grams and is in fine original condition. It is signed for Antonio Pineda...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #171664 (stock #T 407)
c1945 Sterling Pin Brooch marked "Sterling___" "by Coro" on an oval piece of silver. With the look of early Mexican Silver. Hector Aguilar made sterling jewelry for Coro from 1943 to 1950. A hair shy of 2" across, weighing 1/2 oz on postal scale. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1346923
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 ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #327860 (stock #T 992)
Sold, thank you! Early Matilde Poulat Mark: MATL stamped on not Her usual Gemstone combination.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #615171 (stock #T 1569)
Margot style multi color enamel swordfish pendant stamped with listed Taxco silversmith: conjoined JF, assay 3, and STERLING HECHO EN MEXICO, pendant on equally vintage sterling 16.5" chain. Please see pics for full details as All Qs will be answered Here in lieu of email. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #301809
A stunning and sophisticated sterling and amethyst necklace, bracelet and earrings set by Antonio Pineda. The design is elegant and wearable. Beautiful worn all together, the pieces are all strong enough to stand alone. The earrings are screwbacks and measure 5/8" long. The necklace is approximately 16" long ( it is curved so hard to be exact) and 1/4" wide. It weighs 80 grams. The bracelet is 8" end to end, 1/4" wide and weighs 42 grams. All of the pieces are in fine original condition. There a...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #571175
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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #172484 (stock #T 417)
Doesn't this Mexican Sterling Silver Brooch Mask Pin remind you of the faces seen on the walls of the basket ball like fields of ancient Mexico, where the losers of the tournament literally lost their heads? Very serious! This Deco piece has a nose ring dangle or drop. Marked in back: "Hecho en Mexico", then "SCF 925". Very dimensional at 1.75" north to south X 1 5/8" wide X .5" deep and .4 oz or ~13 Grams on Postal Scale. Wonderful condition with lots and lots of patina! SOLD, no price, no...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #426938
A spectacular sterling necklace with cobalt blue glass stones by Margot De Taxco. One of her best and most recognized designs, this necklace measures 15" end to end and is 5/8" wide. Beautiful original condition, it is signed for Margot as shown. Featured in several books with sections on Mexican jewelry.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #489869
A very rare and early moonstone and silver bracelet by Antonio Pineda. It measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. The stones are clear and have a blue tint and are beautiful. All original, fine condition,intact safety chain. One of the moonstones houses the clasp so looks continuous on the wrist. Signed with an early mark - Silver by Tono and the eagle. This bracelet could not be more perfect.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1980 item #307066 (stock #T 834)
Sold. Please Search: grapes - for similar others available. This rich Silver Mexico Articulated Pendant has ten 8mm grapes that dangle! The Leaves' veins are chased, has large bail, and measures 2.5" X 1.25" wide. Looks more like 950 silver than 925. Weighs: .6 Oz or 17 Grams. The marks are so faint and impossible to macro cam pix them yet a faint 'Mexico' at center with initials/letters/#s above and below that can be seen with a loupe
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #600250
Mid-century sterling and pearl bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The center pearls are a surprise traditional additional to the modernist link design. What an interesting contrast in this not often seen Antonio bracelet. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is just a hair over 1/2" wide. It is in fine original condition and all the pearls are original and match. Signed as shown. Wearable, interesting and unusual.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #282085 (stock #T 736)
SOLD, price info not available. c 1940 Billy Goat Figural Pin Brooch with primitive but effective wide "C" catch marked "Mexico Silver" and a long tailed bird maker's mark that looks like a pheasant. The eye and cheek area of the goat seems human like, as if someone had posed for the silversmith! Tests at least 90%, but could be higher. 2.5" X 1.75" and weighs .4 Oz or 13 grams. In quite nice unpolished preowned condition with the usual lines silver of this age gets. REPLY: pheasant mark ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #330500
From a private collection, a fabulous sterling and tortoise belt buckle by William Stratling. It measures 3" by 1 3/4" and weighs 43 grams. It is in beautiful original condition. A belt buckle with this same silver and tortoise combination is featured on page 56 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. Appropriately signed with the last Spratling mark and the eagle 30. An important and exquisite piece for the Spratling collector.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #123858
Authentic William Spratling "RIVER OF LIFE" bracelet. This piece is featured on page 37 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c.1940. Fabulous, classic Spratling design, this cuff bracelet measures 5 3/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening so a total 7" length and is 1 3/8" wide. It is in fine original condition with a deep patina.The next owner might like to give it a good cleaning if so desired. It weighs 88 grams and is appropriately signed for William Spratling...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #148631 (stock #T 224)
C. 1940 (before assay mark), 2+ Ounce, Marked: "Made in Mexico" & Silver but tests Better than Sterling and 4 (1 X 3/4") Bezel Set Rectangular Pinkish Salmon Cabochons that look like Rose colored Agate or Jasper. 7" Wrist X 1"wide. Strong Push Clasp. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #763617
Rare and beautiful sterling duck pendant with original chain by Antonio Pineda. The body of the duck is a cabachon aventurine and the eyes are black onyx. The head and tail are articulated. The 17" chain is original to the pendant as both ends of the clasp are too wide to come out of the bail. The pendant itself measures 1 3/4" with the bail and is 1" at the widest point. The stone is 3/4" long and 1/2" wide. Signed on the bail as shown, no additional signature on the chain. Total weight is 31 g...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #174504 (stock #T 445)
SOLD. Vintage Clever Closure Sterling Crossover Bangle marked: "Hecho en Mexico" with 3 initials possibly "J. O. C. 925". Mexican Silversmiths have always been very clever at creating unusual but secure hidden 'closures' Please see pix for explanation. 6.75" inside. 3/16" wide. 2 green onyx stones are 10mm long. Sold, no price, no info please
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #145246
Stunning sterling and nephrite jade ring by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. An absolutely gorgeous ornate setting for the stone that sits high on the hand. The ring and stone are in fine original condition. It is a size 6 1/2. The stone measures 3/4" long and 1/2" wide. It is about 3/4" deep. Hallmarked with the Antonio crown, Taxco and some other letters or numbers I cannot decipher. Just beautiful!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #548140
A very beautiful and early sterling, turquoise and coral cross by Matilde Poulat,"MATL". It measure 2 3/4" long including the bail, and 2" wide. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Great, intricate work.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #627703
VERY RARE Hector Aguilar Aztec Metal Symbols Cuff bracelet c. 1940-55 in 940 silver. It is featured on page 29 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Morrill and Berk. Each panel has a different Aztec metal symbol. The bracelet is hinged on one side and has a pin closure. It measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 1 1/4" wide. It weighs 115 grams and is in beautiful original condition. Signed as shown. VERY hard to come by and an amazing masterpiece.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #319432 (stock #T 930)
Pre Columbian, Pre Colonial, Sun Aztec Toltec idol god motif Figural Pendant Pin mrk'd: "ADO" for Albert Diaz Ocampo, who worked for Taller Borda and Rancho Allegre, "Taxco Mexico 925" and assay mark on bail. 10 Grams and is 2 1/4" across. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #334287 (stock #T 1038)
Sold. Vintage yet so Today, stamped with Conjoined H A STERLING for Hector Aguilar & MADE IN MEXICO along with another mark on this bangle bracelet for the smaller wrist at 2 3/8" inside X 1/8" wide and a substantial 1/8" thick! Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #783223
A very nice and unusual pair of cuff links in sterling by William Spratling. They are suitable for a man or woman and measure 3/4" by 3/4". Fine original condition and both cuff links are signed as shown.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1344524
Iconic & highly collectible hand forged sterling silver and amethyst pins designed and signed c. 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The arrow pin measures 3 1/8" across. The eagle landing on the amethyst boulder measures 1 3/4" across. Both pins are in beautiful vintage condition. Pin backs and safeties in fine working order. Each pin is hallmarked on the reverse. The pair of pins are pictured on p. 39 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill and on Phyllis Goddard's spratling...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #71635
YEOW!! This is one incredible bracelet. Spectacular design and construction, the pictures tell everything. The eight panels are all triple hinged and move.There is a secure closing push in clasp. It measures approximately 6 3/4" in the inside of the bracelet.It is hard to get exact because it is rounded and fans out. It is a full 2 3/4" wide and weighs an amazing 221 grams. It is signed SILVER MADE IN MEXICO so is c. 1940 as there is no bell or eagle mark. An absolutely remarkable early Taxco br...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1089934
Early sterling silver and moonstone cuff links designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda(1919-2009). The face of each link measures 3/4" X 1/2". Hallmarks read SILVER BY TONO eagle 17. Links are in beautiful vintage condition. All 4 moonstones are original with no chips, nicks, or cracks. No dents, dings to silver. The hallmark section of SILVER SEDUCTION THE ART OF MEXICAN MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA states that Antonio used this particular hallmark on his designs between 194...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #286717
An exquisite, early sterling hand hammered and malachite necklace by Tane. Tane is a silver manufacturing company in Mexico City whose emphasis is on quality. The founders arrived in Mexico City in 1942 and the Tane Company greatly expanded in the 1960's and 1970's with the assistance of Tiffany & Co. This beautiful neck collar is completely hand hammered and has a hinged square panel with a central fused circular malachite. A fabulous mid-century modern design, it measures approximately 15" ar...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #474048
A fabulous, big and chunky early Mexican silver and turquoise bracelet in the style of Fred Davis. Circa 1930, it is tactile and three dimensional. Measuring 8" end to end and 1 1/2" wide, it is in fine original condition and weighs 95 grams. Signed MEXICAN SILVER. A fabulous look.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #304526 (stock #T 824)
With either assay mark 22 or 23, both of which belonged to very famous Taxco Silversmiths, this Grape Cluster Pin Brooch is stamped: "Hecho en Mexico" with 2 initials inside a Heart Shape M. Weighs .3 Oz or 8 Grams and is 2 X 1 3/4" with decades of rich patina in the leaf veins. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #323483
Featured on page 180 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill, this is the 3-D Wave Bracelet by Antonio Pineda. She dates this piece c. 1955-60.This bracelet was made in several sizes and weights and this is the largest scale of this bracelet made. It is a spectacular 175 grams of 970 silver.The crescent shaped links are hinged and there is lots of movement to this bracelet.It measures approximately 7 3/4" around in the inside and is 1 3/8" wide. Beautiful original condition, intact...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #159664
A gorgeous, gorgeous, early Mexican silver bracelet with green agates. This is a Los Castillo design but only signed Sterling Mexico. It is very heavy weighing 114 grams and measures 7" long and 2" wide. The design is compelling and the agates are just beautiful. Fine original condition. Don't miss this one!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #265091
This is the Sun and Star Pin/Pendant with Cabachon Amethysts by Antonio Pineda. It is featured on page 178 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. She dates it c. 1945. This is a bold and impressive piece measuring 3" diameter. The central amethyst cabachon is 3/4" diameter and it is surrounded by 10 smaller cabachon amethysts. The stones are all original and in excellent condition with great color. The entire piece is in beautiful condition. There are two old reinforcement repair...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1215652
Beautiful pair of amethyst, turquoise and sterling silver earrings designed and signed circa 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist Matilde Poulat. Poulat signed her designs Matl, a variation of the Aztec word for water. The earrings measure 2 1/4 inches long X 1 1/4" wide at the bottom. Each earring is comprised of 3 hinged panels and are bezel set with 3 pyramid shaped amethysts and 11 turquoise cabs. The pair weigh 1 oz. or 30grams. The original screwbacks were replaced by a previous owner with clip ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #296899
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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #620156
Rare and unusual sterling Modernist design necklace and bracelet by Salvador Teran. It is difficult to find his pieces and rare to find a matching necklace and bracelet. The necklace hangs 11 " long when fastened and on the neck. The spikey hanging ornament hangs 2 1/2" long and is 1 3/4" wide. It is constructed so that it can be removed from the necklace. The bracelet is 7 1/4" end to end and the hanging ornament measures 1 1/4" long and 1" wide. The set is in fine original condition and the br...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #273121
A stunning and powerful sterling and amethyst drop necklace by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. The 7 bezel set cabachon amethyst drops are attached on hinges suspending from the silver " X's" and they move. Upon close examination, the unique triangular shaped clasp is actually another "X" filled in. The design and execution of this piece is superb. It is featured on page 207 of the exhibit catalog MAESTROS DE PLATA , WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE but with obsidian stones...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #448320
Rare and beautiful silver and amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis, Taxco , c.1930, featured on page 27 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. Davis loved to combine silver and amethysts in his designs and the round cabachon provides the focal point of each link of this bracelet. Measuring 7" end to end, it is 7/8" wide and fine original condition. Signed FD MEXICO SILVER.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #166272
This is the "ARCHITECTURAL CUFF WITH AMETHYST CLOSURE" by Antonio Pineda. It is featured on page 201 of the catalogue from the exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE - MAESTROS DE PLATA ,currently in Los Angeles. They date it c.1950-55. Very bold lines and design, this bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 1 3/8" wide at the widest point in the front. It opens and closes by pushing in the amethyst. Fine original condition, weighs 92 grams and signed for Anton...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #278905
Magnificent Hector Aguilar Pre-Columbian necklace and bracelet that join together with a third panel of links to form a 30" belt. The necklace is 17" end to end, the bracelet 7 1/2" end to end, and the third panel of links is 5 1/2". The width is 7/8". The necklace and bracelet are both signed with the HA mark, Taxco and 940. It is in excellent original condition and c.1940.The belt weighs 135 grams. Outstanding in every way, the necklace is featured on page 37 of the Morrill book SILVER MASTER...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1267414
Sensuous florentine sterling silver lariat necklace & earrings designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Alfredo Villasana. The necklace is comprised of braided sterling silver strands and measures 36" long end to end. Earrings measure 2 1/2" long. Necklace weight - 185 grams, 6.5oz. The pair of earrings weigh 16 grams, .6oz. The necklace has a snap closure which gives the wearer several options. Villasana apprenticed with both William Spratling & Hector Aguilar before opening his...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #690096
This is an extraordinary sterling bird pin/pendant by Salvador Teran. It is a magnificent example of his fascination with overlapping planes. The front feathers stand out in front of an oxidized background and the tail feathers move freely and swing. This is a large piece measuring 3 3/8" long and 1 3/8" wide. It is in fine original condition, weighs 26 grams, and hallmarked and numbered as shown. It is a remarkable example of this artists' imagination and creativity.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #685853
This is an early and very large and beautiful pin by Matilde Poulat. All of the coral and turquoise stones are present and original and the faceted amethyst is a rare touch. This intricate piece measures 3 1/4" wide and 3 1/4" long. Excellent original condition and signed MATL in script. A remarkable example of her early work.