Sterling arts and crafts design clip on earrings by Madeleine Turner, a designer working in New York from the 1930s through the 1950s The earrings are in a stylized flower shape, with a central stone of bright green. The stone could be jade, chrysoprase, or other bright colored stone...

Pair of sterling silver cufflinks designed by Alphonse La Paglia for International Silver Company, ca 1953. They measure 1 1/8" wide, and 7/8" high. Stamped on back: "International Silver, La Paglia Designed, 113" Cufflinks are in good condition, some tarnish visible, very slight signs of wear on silver surface. The design is clearly in the Danish George Jensen style, and features ginko leaves with a tendril and beads or berries. Alphonse La Paglia (1907-1953) was an Italian designer who st...

Today we have an out of the ordinary Matl necklace featuring charms that dangle with movement. Crafted by hand when Matilde Poulat was working in her shop. This design has a 1.5in. tall presence with the charms included and a weight of 121 grams of heft. The turquoise has a warmed hue of teal and sky blues. It is a refreshing design and a rare design without birds or flowers. The condition shows only original work marks, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

What a magnificent necklace from the Mexican Silver Renaissance this is. The links are 1 inch tall and the ball dangles are attached at the tops of each link. These are large silver balls at 10.5mm and graduating to 9mm in the back. At the bottom of each link are 3 open repousse beads. The length is 17 inches of wearable length with each link hand chased. The quality is shown in 129 grams of silver. Condition is fantastic with no damage...

Classy Mexican Deco silver and amethyst brooch signed by Fred Davis, there is something about the sculpturality of this piece that makes me think it might be a Valentin Vidaurreta design. It is not just the specific shape the amethyst flowers have been carved in that can be seen in signed Vidaurreta jewelry, it is mostly the bewitching rotundness of the silver bud that makes me think so...

Created in Frank Patania's Thunderbird shop, this box is a beautiful example of handmade Zuni art. Measuring 4 1/4" X 3 1/4" X 3/4" the piece weighs 166 grams. Carved onyx, turquoise and mother of pearl are inlaid in a silver frame to form the dragonfly. The bold hinge design is often seen on Frank Patania boxes. They work smoothly. The box is in beautiful condition. Hallmarked STERLING with Thunderbird.

Rare vintage hand wrought 1930's Art Deco silver, amethyst and green hardstone necklace, bracelet, and brooch suite designed & signed by Mexico artist Frederick W. Davis (1880-1961). The pieces are comprised of alternating links of cushion shaped cabochon amethysts and pyramidal shaped green hardstones. These are gorgeous deep, dark purple amethysts and striking, bold green hardstones...

Vintage Antonio Pineda 970 silver and aventurine bracelet. Sculptural geometric shaped links alternate facing up and down, each having an aventurine ball shaped stone suspended from the center. This is the matching bracelet to the necklace I am offering in a separate listing. Measuring 6 3/4" around in the inside when the bracelet is closed, it is 1" wide and weighs 120 grams. It is in fine original condition with intact safety chain and secure closing push in clasp...

Fabulous mid-century modern design in this 970 silver and aventurine necklace by Antonio Pineda. I am offering the matching bracelet to this necklace in a separate listing. Measuring approximately 16" end to end ( it is curved in the center so hard to be exact ) it is 1" wide at the front geometric shaped links and weighs 126 grams. It is in beautiful original condition. There are no chips or cracks to the gorgeous green aventurine stones. Signed as shown...

We have a stunning pair of matching cuffs from the Mexican Silver Renaissance with a grand height of 5 inches. Beautiful cabbage roses with leaves adorn the treasure. The wrist is 2.25 in. and up the arm it is graduated to 2.75. It can be made somewhat smaller or larger. I would say it is set for a medium wrist with air to flow comfortably. The repousse is deep and puffy and without any holes where light can go through them. In superb condition with no damage or repairs...

Matilde Poulat was known for her reliquary silver work. She made beautiful crosses with ornate chain and statues adorned with stones. This cross and chain necklace has the block letters MATL on both the chain and the cross center piece. The chain measures 21 in. long with the drop being 2 1/8th inches tall...

Work by Matilde Poulat from the Mexican Silver Renaissance is becoming more and more rare. This one is hallmarked Matl Mexico 925 m.reg 142093 and is without eagle. The size is medium to medium large for Matl treasures with a measurement of 4 in. across on the drop and 3.75 in. tall. The double chain is extremely desired in Matilde's work and adds a romantic touch to it's presence. Simply lovely, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

A rare, stunning bracelet by Modernist Joachim S'Paliu of Cordorba, Spain. Born in 1944, he produced a significant line of jewelry during the 1960's and 70's. This big, bold, sculptural bracelet measures 7 1/8" end to end and is 7/8" wide. The links stand 3/4" high from the wrist. Weighing 66 grams, the bracelet clasps with a tight, thick, hook closure. Fine original condition and signed S'Paliu Sterling Spain on the clasp. This is a smaller scale of the identical bracelet designed in the late 6...

One of the rarest pieces of Margot de Taxco's enamel jewelry, the articulated mermaid brooch is not even pictured in Morrill's relevant book except as a drawing. Sharing the same design number as the "little fish" parures, she is the dedicated collector's dream-come-true. If one is very lucky and determined to find her, one might come upon an example in blues - discovering one in golden yellow, shimmering metallic sage green and sky blue is almost impossible. Yet here she is - her lithe body eme...

Big, beautifully crafted and early as is indicated by the low design number this Deco Los Castillo silver brooch is wrought en repoussage in what seems to have been a favored motif among Mexican silversmiths and designers at the time. Fern leaves inspired rings, clamper bracelets, brooches and necklaces and of course, earrings. The design comes in variations enough to ensure that everybody will find a piece that appeals to them. The specific version, however, I have never encountered before. The...

A rarely coming up bracelet by Taxco's foremost modernist maestro, this Antonio Pineda treasure is wrought in silver and adorned with obsidian bars and pearls. The design can be seen in Stromberg's catalogue for Pineda's exhibition at UCLA's Fowler Museum but in necklace form and it is a pleasure to wear! Caged in bullet-shaped links the obsidian bars peer through the cut-outs, their dark power contrasting with the delicate whiteness of the pearls. Ingeniously articulated, it feels like one's ow...

Bold and striking vintage Georg Jensen Denmark "Splash" bracelet no. 88 designed by Henning Koppel. This is a thick and heavy bracelet measuring 7 1/2" end to end, 1 1/2" wide and weighing 94 grams. Because of the thickness of the silver, the wearable length of the bracelet closed is approximately 7". It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Mid-century Danish design at its' very best.

This is my favorite bracelet made by Erika Hult in the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Properly hallmarked as shown and is 6 7/8th inches long. Curves brilliantly around the wrist and has a weight of 100 grams of quality. The design has a big presence with 1.25in. of height. She studied at the Parsons School of Design in Paris as did Hubert Harmon. She signed her work with the name of RIC.

Mexico City artist Frederick Davis (1880-1961)designed this distinctive silver brooch in the 1920's. In beautiful vintage condition the pin is 2 1/4" X 2 1/4". Highly collectable, Fred Davis designs are included in permanent museum collections at MFA Boston, LACMA and others. DREAMING IN SILVER, MEXICAN SILVER & WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE, all authored by Penny Morrill include extensive chapters on the life and work of this talented designer.

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.

Today I am listing the Antonio Pineda chain and toggle bracelet. The length is 8.75in. and a depth of 7/8th in. The depth takes up some of the wearable length and it is a comfortable 7in. Properly hallmarked and very difficult to get all the marks in the pictures. The crown is visible and please request more photos if needed. I believe the stones at the ends of the toggle are Chrysoprase. The bracelet is solid and has a weight of 121 grams of heft.

Margot Van Voorhies worked with enamel of the most unusual beautiful color and design. Her work is compiled in the book THE ART OF MEXICAN ENAMELWORK by Pennny C. Morrill. This one is named Noble 5404. It is so incredible with a primary green with glowing mixed colors sparking in all directions. These enamels being of vintage age pre 1970 are mostly found with loss. However this bracelet is totally without loss and original. The safety chain is newly provided but safety chains do not detract fro...

This is an incredible William Spratling necklace from the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Finding one of these is really a treasure due to how rare they really are but this one is even more rare due to 18kt balls in it's center and again on a thick layer of the medallion below the balls. These have been tested to 18kt. The repousse is open back and is an attribute of it's early age and the hallmarks for high silver content. The name is for MOTH and it is stunning on with 3 draped ball chains. It has...

Outstanding sterling and high grade turquoise necklace from Frank Patania Sr.'s Thunderbird Shop. The five silver plaques each have triangular shaped stones set in plain bezels that are surrounded by silver twisted wire. The center plaque is the largest and measures 2 1/8" by 1 1/2". The stone in this plaque measures 1 " by 3/4". The full necklace is 15" end to end but could be made to hang longer with an extender if so chosen. Weighing 104 grams, it is in fine original condition. The vibrant s...

One of the legendary designs in the index of vintage Mexican silver jewelry, the "armadillo" can be found with both Hector Aguilar's signature and that of Manuel Altamirano's. It has been emulated by other maestros as well, less-celebrated and anonymous, yet the most important names associated with it are definitely the first two even though it was Valentin Vidauretta who created it. The "armadillo" necklace can be found in all-silver with graduated links going all around the neck; in a combinat...

Playful and fun this detailed pair of silver cufflinks was designed and signed c.1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Each frog measures 3/4" long. Spratling employed frogs in many designs including bracelets, necklaces, spoons and serving pieces. The links are in beautiful condition with excellent patina and fully hallmarked.

This elegant, jewel encrusted hand mirror was designed c. 1950's by Mexico City aritist Matilde Poulat. The mirror measures 6" x 3". The outer edge of the glass is beveled. The surrounding frame is inlaid with pyramid cut amethysts and turquoise stones set into channels all in beautiful condition. Matl's attention to detail is evident in this piece just as we see in her intricate jewelry. Fully hallmarked for Matl with assay eagle 129. Matl designs are included in many museum collections incl...

We are offering a Fred Davis Shield and obsidian mask necklace with a length of 17.5in. The mask is 1.5in. by 1.5in. The lovely thing about this necklace is it's size. You can wear everyday and with anything as it is not huge like many of it's kind. Correctly hallmarked with FD and no damage to stone or silver. The weight is 50 grams and it is thick silver sheet. An excellent example, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Los Castillo designed a very special grouping of Pre-Columbian artifact pieces of jewelry of which this is one. All one of a kind and signed as shown. This piece also shows a collaboration with Salvador Teran as this is his bracelet design. In the new book DREAMING IN SILVER by Penny Morrill she shows a bracelet in collaboration with Teran and marked with Los Castillo. You can also see Teran accessing Castillo's Social Co-op hallmark on some designs. The stone in this bracelet has sparkles insi...

Exceptionally rare and collector quality, this Antonio Pineda necklace is beyond spectacular.

This design is shown on page 113 of "Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda", by Gobi Stromberg.

It's a necklace which drapes perfectly upon the neck, and it looks amazing on. Triangles of onyx, silver rays, and pearls, with chevron links on the sides. The pearls graduate in size, and the last ray on each side has a silver pearl.

Measures...

One of my favorite and, in my opinion, most accomplished early Mexico City repousse maestros, Abraham Tobias, signs this bold Deco silver cuff bracelet. Tobias was a contemporary of Matilde Poulat's and quite often his jewelry are based on her designs. He excelled in the so-called Mexico City repousse style and here he is contributing to the tradition of the sought-after "Aztec Rose" cuffs. Of medium width yet still a big bracelet (please keep in mind that this type of cuffs can be found up to 4...

In the early 1940's Spratling designed this sterling silver and enamel pin to raise money for the Mexican Red Cross. It measures 1" across. Guest curator Penny Morrill included this design in the museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE. It's pictured on p. 36 of her book that accompanied the exhibition. The pin is also pictured on Phyllis Goddard's spratlingsilver.com where she explains that this is the only known example of Spratling enameling. Excellent condition ...

This vintage, handwrought 990 sterling silver bracelet was designed c. 1940-45 by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar. Weighing 40 grams the bracelet measures 6 3/4" long x 1 1/4" wide. Clasp and attached safety chain are tight and secure. Excellent condition and patina.

A flying birds sterling silver marcasites lavaliere necklace from the 1930s. This Victorian revival beauty is 16-1/2" long and the scroll chain has a pearl strand style clasp with marcasites. The central flying bird drop is 3" across and 1-3/4" deep. This necklace is stamped STERLING SILVER on the clasp and SIL. on the drop and it weighs 9.3 grams. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. This item is in excellent condition with no chip...

Circa 1940-1945, here is a supremely rare and spectacular necklace produced by Los Castillo in 980 silver.

It's entirely hand-wrought, composed of forty-five repoussé silver "wings". Killer gorgeous, lays beautifully.

Measures 26 1/2", with a 1 3/8" width.

Weight is 202.2 grams of almost pure silver.

Signed and hallmarked "Los Castillo Taxco 980 Made in Mexico", with the design # 187.

In excellent vintage condition. Collector qualit...

Circa mid-century, these cufflinks were produced by Antonio Pineda. They have a superb modernist design, with diamond shaped faceted onyx stones on each end. Four stones in total. These are elegant and classy, and a seldom seen design.

Each cufflink measures approximately 7/8" x 3/4".

Weight is 24.4 grams.

Signed and hallmarked with the Antonio Taxco crown and 970 on each.

Excellent vintage condition.

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.

We find Fred Davis signed piece from time to time but this one is very special. Look at the underside of this treasure. You are seeing strong work marks from the hand making of this jewel. The silver is silky to touch. Huge stones are displayed with the center being 1.5in. tall. The two side stones are 1.25in. tall. Very comfortable feeling at approximately 17in. wearable length. The stones are lilac to dark purple along with natural striations that separate colors within. No damage or repairs, ...

Margot de Taxco design 5149 is a rare clam shell that is 1 1/8th inches high and has a wearable length of 16 inches. The weight is 104.6 grams heavy. Margot Van Voorhies was one of the famed designers from the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Her work is divine and only quality heavy repousse was used. The repousse gives it the depth and dimension that is seen on these incredible pieces of jewelry. No dents or damage of any kind. Collector quality and rare,just LOOK AT THAT NEKCLACE!

This Spratling necklace is 18.5in. long and 1.25in. wide. Weighing in at 166 grams this is a large piece with a bold and striking presence. It is comfortable to wear because of the longer length. Appropriately hallmarked for William Spratling and dating the piece from around the 1940's. Collector quality and in perfect condition just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Another master piece with the old linear hallmark of Los Castillo that was definitely designed by Margot Van Voorhies. The early design number indicates the beginnings of Los Castillo. The sweeping foliage moves with incised raised lines which show depth and quality. The necklace is heavy at a 160 grams which is supported with rivets. It has a very comfortable approximately 17 inches of wearable length. The presence is completed with a one inch height. No damage or repairs and an absolute joy t...

Gorgeous Mediterranean coral stones in this sterling ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. A unique look with the 4 stones being graduated in size. Currently a size 5, the ring has been previously professionally sized in the back. The face of the ring measures 1 1/4" across and the largest stone is 5/8" long. It weighs 13 grams and there are no chips or cracks to the beautiful stones. Signed as shown. From the same collection as the other Skaggs rings I am offering. What a beauty !

Exceptional sculptural, tactile sterling bracelet designed by the Swedish silversmith Rey Urban for the Danish company A. Fausing. Measuring 7 1/2" end to end, it is 1 1/4" wide and weighs 74 grams. The clasp interlocks and looks continuous on the wrist. All of the links move and are fluid when on. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Very industrial and architectural looking. A Modernist masterpiece !

This hand carved octagonal ashtray was designed by William Spratling c.1950's. The design is centered with a sterling silver bowl secured in place with bold silver rivets. The surround is inlaid with silver eagle heads & bead circles. The piece measures 5" across & 3/4" high. Both rosewood & silver are in beautiful condition.

This c. 1930's Spratling design measures 3 5/8" X 3 1/4" high & weighs 261 grams. Phyllis Goddard's description on spratlingsilver.com describes it in great detail ~ "Silver and copper circular powder box sits on a slightly domed base...decorated with bands of chased flat circles...set at a diagonal flanked by two incised lines. Each segment is separated by diagonal flat copper bands. The domed and tiered detachable lid is surmounted by a large silver ball. At the base of the ball is a twisted r...

This Antonio Pineda masterpiece with moonstones sparking blue and white colors is a most incredible site. The weight is 105 grams of quality with correct hallmarks as shown. No repairs or damage of any kind. Measurement shows a 7.25 inches in length and a little over 1 inch tall. The design is in the book SILVER SEDUCTION with several different stones.

A vibrant sterling ring with citrine, amethyst, garnet , moonstone and green agate by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. From the same collection as the white labradorite Skaggs ring I am offering, this ring is a size 5 1/2 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The face of the ring is 7/8" wide and 3/4" long. Signed as shown. A colorful and bold beauty.

A sterling and white labradorite ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. Chunky and beautiful, the stone is highlighted by the oxidized sterling setting. It is a size 5 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The face of the ring measures 3/4" by 5/8" and weighs 10 grams. Signed as shown. A terrific look.

This is a signed Hector Aguilar Necklace that is hard to find design. The color is a fascinating white as the silver is almost pure. The link is 1 1/8th inches tall and displays a hand chased crescent moon in each link. The depth of the chasing and cut out crescent give great dimension in your hands and when worn. Strongly held together with rivets and a weight of 136 grams, the work speaks quality. No damage or repairs and a stellar design to wear causal or dress. The silver is soft in the hand...

Rebajes modernist sterling silver butterfly bracelet

1950s

This unique handcrafted cuff has an interior circumference of 5 3/8" plus a rear opening of 1 1/8"

Weight - 46 grams

Marked Rebajes, sterling

Very good vintage condition with minor scattered surface scratches

Sublime is not an exaggerated description for the Antonio Pineda crescents and shells necklace presented here. This is the second necklace of this design I have been lucky to come upon this year and I am sure it will not stay with me too long either. Antonio's design flexibility, his ability to create magnificent jewelry in more than one styles is phenomenal and even though he is primarily known as a modernist, in our case he imaginatively navigates the waters of a more classic index. Perfect cr...

Stunning Spratling Silver Pearls are classic and can be worn with anything. Each bead is hand made giving it a look that stands out against machine made beads. This necklace has a deep natural patina that you can make your own. No dents or damage. The pearl necklace has a 35 gram weight and 18.5 inch total length. The beads are a striking 10mm in size. Properly hallmarked as shown, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

This intricately detailed necklace was created by Mexico, City artist Matilde Poulat in the 1940-50's. The center panels are comprised of inlaid branch coral, turquoise & coral beads & a centered oval amethyst. The panels measure 4" across x 2" high. The necklace has a wearable length of 18 inches. It is in beautiful, well cared for condition with a gorgeous patina that only comes with age. Fully hallmarked for MATL with an eagle #129. Matilde Poulat designs are included in many museums includin...

We have a gorgeous William Spratling signed cuff with scalloped edges. There are 6 solid gold discs that line up across the center of the bracelet. On top of that is a solid silver thick wire. The color is a beautiful almost pure white silver. The diameter across is 2.5in. and the gap is 1.5in. Striking with a tall 1.75in. presence. The weight is 92 grams of quality workmanship. The condition is without damage or repairs. Rare and a crown jewel to any collection.

Great Modernist design and a pretty saw tooth bezel set lapis stone in this large sterling brooch by Frank Patania Sr. Measuring 2 1/2" by 2", it weighs 20 grams and is signed as shown. Fine original condition. An unusual and bold pin from this master jeweler.

We are offering Hector Aguilar's paper clip bracelet that has a hefty weight of 110 grams. One of the pictures show a close up of the "paper clips" spread out. It feels soft and silky with a high purity of 940 silver. It is unique in the movement as all of the rings move as you move. The piece flows like a slinky that is brand new, right out of the box. The bracelet is 1 1/8th in. wide and is 7.25in. long. Properly signed and with Eagle 9. This is a treasure for any collector or museum..LAYAWAY ...

Fred Davis signed Mexican Silver necklace boasts links 1 1/8th tall and a center amethyst with the same dimensions. This necklace is a published design in books by Penny Morrill on Mexican Silver. With a weight of 119 grams it speaks of quality. Everyone will love the 17 inches of comfort that lays beautifully. The stone is swirling inside with dark and lighter swirls and has no chips. No damage to the silver, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Unusually romantic for Antonio Pineda, this is one of his sweetest designs that can easily be worn by a young lady which is not always the case with his jewelry. There is something very gentle and delicate about this piece but traces of Antonio's "punch" can be discerned if one looks really closely - in the night blue / purple of the goldstone that truly resembles a night sky with its myriad of sparkling specks; in the modernist layering of the heart pendant and, of course, in the single, gliste...

pre Colombian beads sitting on a dish of sterling silver with sterling chain and beads make this a striking wear anywhere necklace. It is of Mexican origin and is slightly before or at the beginning of the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Added attractions is the hand make copper casa belles. 76 grams of weight and 18 inches in length. Each station is 5/8th inches across. No damage or repairs just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

This is a pre 1948 Old Mexico City folk style by CEL. The work is gorgeous and lays perfectly The stones are clear and with a jelly amethyst in it's center. 66 grams of quality and a 19 inches of length. The center drop is 4in. across and 3 inches tall and 4 inches tall if you add in the larger lead in link. CEL worked in the pre eagle phase, the eagle phase and into the latter after 1980 with a Mexico City origin at that point. A question has arisen on the hallmark if there was a ME02 mark on ...