This is a very unique sterling concho belt by Frank Patania Sr. The overall length of the belt is 31”. There are 9 conchos and the buckle. Each concho is approximately 2 ¾” long and approximately 2” wide. Each concho has a textured and oxidized background with two attached hand-stamped "button/dangle" combinations. The buckle is identical to the other conchos except the background is not textured, just oxidized. The buckle is also the same size as the conchos...

A superb, handmade, sterling pyramid shaped link bracelet by contemporary 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. However, this bracelet was made by Teresa...

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?

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...

MASSIVE and ENORMOUS Antonio Pineda 970 silver cuff with shadow box figures and matching screwback earrings. We are talking BIG! The cuff is 2 3/4" wide, 5 1/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening and weighs 202 grams. The matching earrings are 2 1/4" long and 5/8" wide. I have never seen this bracelet or earrings in such large scale before. It is in fine original condition and both pieces are fully hallmarked as shown...

A beautiful sterling and cabachon amethyst necklace by Carmen Beckmann. One of the few women Mexican silversmiths, her work is hard to find and always interesting and beautiful.Beckmann had a shop in San Miguel deAllende and was active in the 1960's and 1970's. This necklace measures 15" end to end and is 5/8" wide. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. GORGEOUS!

Voluptuous floral and bead and bar design sterling bracelet by Valentin Vidaurreta who established his first workshop in Mexico City in 1936, then moved to Taxco in 1941 where he designed principally for Hector Aguilar until 1952 and also had a small workshop of his own. He may have also designed for William Spratling and Fred Davis. This bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 1 1/4" at the widest points and narrows to 3/4" at the back clasp...

RARE RARE Antonio Pineda Black Discs and Swiveling Setting Bracelet ,c.19555-60 featured on page 181 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. It is in beautiful original condition. There are no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed as shown. This piece speaks for itself.

A rare and extraordinary sterling and lapis Art Nouveau bracelet by Danish designer Evald Nielsen (1879-1958)who opened his workshop in 1907. The lapis stone appears to be bursting out of the flower bud. The detail and craftsmanship is exquisite. Measuring 8" end to end, it is 3/4" wide. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Beautiful in every way.

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.

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.

This is a heavy sterling charm bracelet with the zodiac symbol Libra charm by Margot De Taxco. The design and construction of the link bracelet is exceptional and it is not often that one can find that the actual original bracelet to the charm. Margot made an entire series of Zodiac charms c. 1950 featured on page 178 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. I am also offering a Leo zodiac charm that can be put on a chain for a pendant or added to this charm bracelet or one of your own...

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.

Large, left hand bone cuff bracelet designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Measuring 3 3/4" long, it is 4 1/2" around in the inside with a 1 1/2" opening so for a 6" or so wrist and again, this bracelet can only be worn on the left hand as the bump fits over the wrist bone. The cuff is in fine original condition and weighs 126 grams. It comes in its' original Tiffany & Co. blue felt drawstring bag. Signed Peretti Tiffany & Co. Sterling Spain. Bold, beautiful and a fabulous design.

Antique Cameo Brooch – ca. 1920’s; carved Shell Cameo of a woman in profile with flowers; hand set in a delicate filigree STERLING frame. Brooch measures 1 ½ inches by 1 1/8 inches. Frame is marked STERLING

Mexican Sterling Earrings – pre 1950’s; Pair of Reticulated Hoop earrings with screw backs. Hoops measure 1 3/8 inches in diameter. Marked: Hencho en Mexico in a circle, surrounding 925 over PRN on both earrings; Eagle assay mark with the number 76 on one earring only.

A charming sterling and white and silver fleck enamel necklace, bracelet and earring set by Margot De Taxco. The double flower design is feminine but bold and it is so nice to have a matching set. The necklace measures 17" end to end and the flowers are 7/8" by 7/8". The bracelet is 7 1/2" end to end and the screwback earrings are 7/8" by 7/8". All pieces are in fine original condition with no enamel loss at all and all pieces are signed and numbered as shown. Great enamel work.

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...

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.

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.

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

Thank you for collecting this necklace strand! 120 Brilliant faceted rich red garnets accented with 9 golden stick pearls finished with 22K gold vermeil on sterling silver with pre fab closure was designed and hand knotted by Mimi Dee in a USA studio, which is signed MIMI DEE. Is it any wonder that the Victorians loved this semi precious gemstone? Free USA Mail/Ins with USA CK or MO...

SOLD. REPLY: Please make check payable to MIMI DEE ARTWEAR. No Gold, all sterling. Vintage ring with Robin Blue Egg Turquoise color 25mm bezel set oval glass cab in unsigned Arts Crafts foliate floral hand made stamped Sterling ring setting. 6.25, yet your jeweler could resize. Super condition. SOLD, no price, no info

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.

This is a smashing sterling and wire wrapped glass ball pendant and chain by Modernist Paul Lobel. It is three dimensional and interesting from every angle. A great size, measuring 2 1/2" including the bail, it is on its' original chain 18" also made by Paul Lobel. It is in fine original condition and both the pendant and the chain clasp are signed LOBEL STERLING. One of the nicest Lobel pieces I have seen.

A stunning 970 silver and moonstone bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The stones are clear and blue, all original and no chips or cracks. Measuring 6 3/4" around in the inside, it is 3/4" wide. The closure is one of the moonstones that you press so the bracelet looks continuous when on the wrist. It weighs 96 grams, is all original and in beautiful condition.Signed as shown. Exceptional in every way.

Earrings resembling possible early work of Boston's Peruzzi Carnelian Cornelian Agate Quartz Chalcedony Sardonyx translucent oval flat bezel set rust color gemstones one showing Dendrite like qualities while the other has a 'band'. Hand made with tested unmarked sterling silver granulation and rope design in late Arts Crafts or Art Deco style. Sold, no price, no info

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.

This is a magnificent dove and rose repousse necklace, bracelet and earring set designed by Matilde Poulat and executed by her nephew Richard Salas, both of whom are now deceased. The pieces have a rich and lovely patina. The necklace measures 20" end to end and is 3" wide at the front dangles. The bracelet is 7 1/2" around in the inside and 1 1/4" wide. The earrings are post back for pierced ears and measure 1 1/2" wide and 1 1/4" long. All pieces are in fine original condition and all pieces a...

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.

This is a massive, bold and spectacular sterling and turquoise cuff bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. The bracelet is 2 1/2" wide in the front and narrows to 7/8" at the back ends. It measures 5 1/2" around in the inside with a 1" opening. It is in excellent original condition free of any damage or repairs and signed as shown. This is a rare and impeccable example of some of his finest work. His pieces can be found in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution and this bracelet is certa...

This a beautiful armadillo necklace designed by Valentin Vidaurreta and produced by Manuel Altamirano. It was also produced by Hector Aguilar. The necklace is 16 1/2" end to end and 1 1/2" wide at the center rounded square. Circa 1945-50, it is in fine original condition. The black velvet appears to be original to the piece. Signed as shown. Altimirano also worked for Hector Aguilar at the Taller Borda. His pieces with his own hallmark are scarce and this necklace is exquisite.

Earlier Boston era shield mark of "Guglielmo Cini Sterling" on this substantial Silver Floral Spray Pin Brooch. Mark used before moving out West in 1957. 3 3/4 X 1 5/8" and weighing 22 grams. Acquired pre internet era. Fine vintage condition! SOLD, no price, no info 3/07

A bold hand hammered sterling bracelet by Israeli Modernist Rachael Gera. Her work is always large and spectacular and this bracelet is no exception. It measures 6" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening (with some flexibility either way)and is 2 1/8" wide. It is in fine original condition and signed R. Gera. A fascinating piece.

SOLD. She called and said, "I really like them...they go well with my grandmother's antique necklace..." In a USA studio these were designed and assembled resulting in a one of pair of earrings. SOLD, this style can not be duplicated.

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.