HILARIO LOPEZ BRACELET. Sterling Clamper

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1970: item #661035
CQ-1920

This is a wonderful spring hinged clamper bracelet by Hilario Lopez. Hilario was the master silversmith for Margot de Taxco. The bracelet is not the classic repousse hollow clamper. The design and work in this clamper is amazing. Signed with Hilario Lopez hallmark "HL" and marked with Eagle 3, Sterling 925, Taxco and Mexico. The bracelet measures 6-1/4" inner circumference when fully closed and is 3-1/8" wide at the front. Weight is 1.83 ounces. Very good condition. COLLECTOR QUA... Click for details

PIEDRA Y PLATA FELIPE MARTINEZ AMETHYST BRACELET

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1960: item #655794

This is a lovely sterling and center amethyst straight line bracelet by Felipe Martinez who called his workshop Piedra Y Plata. His workshop was recognized by his peers as one of the best silver shops in Taxco. He had a great appreciation for stones and made beautiful designs combining color, movement and line. This bracelet measures 7" around in the inside and is 3/8" wide. Excellent original condition and signed as shown. This bracelet is a testament to his artistry.

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Rose Link Bracelet

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1950: item #651824
79127

This is a beautifully crafted sterling bracelet. The design motif is a series of seven links made of roses. Very Art Deco. The bracelet measures just under 7 1/2” long, while the roses are 3/4” across. Each rose link of the bracelet is marked “Sterling FCo” and I estimate the piece to be from the 1930s or 1940s. Excellent condition.

GOLD AND NATURAL PEARLS Large Oaxaca Earrings

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1930: item #648446
CQ-1703

These magnificent earrings are monumental in size and beauty. The pieces are probably from the early 20th century. The earrings are made with large natural pearls and two rows of seed pearls. The measure 7.5 cm (3") in length and 2 cm (4/5")width. Their weight is 8 g (0.28 oz). These pieces are extremely rare and difficult to find. Made for locals and not for tourist-resale, these earrings are generally passed as family heirlooms and are rarely sold to collectors. COLLECTOR QUALITY.

William Spratling Silver and Wood Necklace

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1960: item #606651

Rare, if not unique, wood and silver necklace by William Spratling. The wood elements are carved to subtly look like draped fabric. Excellent condition. Measures 11" from back clasp to bottom of central pendant. 1960's hallmark.

William Spratling Silver Tea Caddy

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1950: item #606441

Exquisitely elegant silver tea caddy by master designer, William Spratling. Measures 2 1/4" x 3"; 4 1/2" tall. All in excellent condition with the exception of two dings on the top of the ball that are visible in thumbnail photos. 1940-1946 hallmark.

Antonio Pineda Silver Pointsettias

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1950: item #598949

Exceptional pair of silver Pointsettias made by Antonio Pineda as table ornaments. I believe the red balls to be glass. Measure 5 1/4" in diameter. Could be adapted to be worn. Probably made as a custom order. Circa 1950. Elegant and unusual, if not unique.

Antonio Pineda Gold Cufflinks with Onyx and Pearls

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1960: item #597356

Very rarely did Mexican silver designer Antonio Pineda work in gold. Likely, it was done for custom orders. These exquisite gold cufflinks with onyx and pearls are probably unique. Elegant in both design and materials. Measure 5/8" square.

William Spratling Sterling and Ebony Gravy Boat

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1960: item #593814

Exquisitely designed Gravy Boat in sterling and ebony by silver master, William Spratling. Measures 8" wide and 3" tall. Handles were thinly cracked and well repaired just below the silver dots. The design combined with the grain of the wood made this almost inevitable. Still both perfectly serviceable and beautiful. Made late 1950's.

Hector Aguilar Sterling an Amethyst Brooch

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Mexican Pre 1950: item #593576

Graceful pin with silver leaves and amethyst flowers by Hector Aguilar. Looks equally good worn at any angle. Measures 2" x 3". Excellent condition. Circa 1950.