Rafael Dominguez...what can I say? Extraordinary, casa bells with old hallmarks of 980 almost pure silver. A true treasure of hand chased silver with the dimpled ball in the centers and a heft of 80 grams. The chain is true and correct with the spring ring as many of his pieces were fitted in this manner. The drop with the bells is 1.5in. tall and a wearable of 17in. long. Safely strung on silver chain with no dents or damage. Simply fantastic,just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Rare and old, Matilde Poulat hallmarked as shown and this piece has all the elements of why we love Matilde Poulat. The size is approximately 16 inch minimum wearable length. The drop is 3.5in. tall with the dangles. The piece is also 3.5 across at it's widest point. The medallion is not small but is not over powering either. The birds are lovely and the colors of the turquoise is warmed over time. The filigree is beautiful work and well placed...

An early, pre-1948 Matl-esque silver, amethyst and turquoise ring, this piece is signed by one of Matilde's contemporaries whose emulations of her designs I came to appreciate for their craftsmanship and beauty of the stones used. This is also a more rare to find variation, having a round face with a deep channel separating the amethyst from the turquoise cabs. The ring is a comfortable size 6 and its face measures 3/4" in diameter...

Absolutely stunning Fred Davis design necklace made with almost pure silver that feels like soft butter in the hand. The balls form a flower with an amethyst center for one of his most endearing designs. The amethyst stones have high quality bezel work done and the stones are also quality with no chips or cracks. The wearable length is a minimum of 17 inches and the width is 1.25in. tall on the neck. This jewel has an outstanding 149 grams of weight...

These Fred Davis design marked MADE IN MEXICO SILVER earrings are very difficult to find today. The amethyst stones have no chips or cracks and the size is a large .75in. x.75in. overall dimensions. The weight is 17.5 grams. If you have an amethyst chevron Fred Davis you would be lucky to get this exact match for a set, however they do look fabulous with anything.

This Fred Davis necklace is MAGNIFICENT. The cylinders create a 1.25in. tall necklace for an unforgettable presence. The balls in between the cylinders help space the cylinders and when worn it creates a ripple effect as you move. Made with quality through and through the masterpiece weighs 201.3 grams heavy. The wearable size could not be better as you have a minimum of 17 inches of comfort. The drop is certainly the finishing touch as a barrel cut long amethyst centers the 1.25in...

The marrying of sterling silver with 18K gold is a favorite in vintage jewelry from Peru yet this bracelet is a rare opportunity to own an enameled piece that combines sterling and 18k figural appliques. Made by Old Cuzco, one of the best names in vintage Peruvian jewelry, this is indeed a rare bracelet. Though from time to time one will find smaller enameled examples, like brooches or pendants, enameled necklaces and bracelets are truly difficult to come upon...

Pair late Qing dynasty porcelain bowls. Overglaze decoration in blue and green enamel of peonies. Also decorated with inscriptions in gilt enamel and chop marks in red enamel. The rims an intentional, attractive caramel colored burnt biscuit. Apocryphal Qianlong seal marks in blue under the glaze. One in good condition with only minor enamel loss and light rubbing inside the bowl. The other also with an old, small area of repair along the outside of the rim...

Horacio de la Parra is one of the early Taxco maestros whose work I am constantly on the look out for - I think the bracelet presented here amply illustrates the reasons for that. Though not as prolific as others in jewelry making (Parra is known for his high quality holloware), Parra's repoussage can be down right stupendous. In our case, the complexity of the design and the challenge it poses to the artistry of the silversmith executing it, make his feat even more incredible...

One of my favorite designs of the so-called "archaeological" genre, I have seen similar pieces bearing Victoria's signature but this one is made by an artist who signs his name with initials "AE" in a heart-shaped "M". Though we don't know much about the specific maker, we do know that his work was appreciated enough by his colleagues that his signature can be found on jewelry by Rancho Alegre and Estela Popowski...

This toddler's pants were used by successive siblings and probably several generations of Chinese Miao ethnic minority children. The pants are of handwoven indigo dyed fabric and the legs are decorated with handwoven tape which is sewn into place by hand. The pants are crotchless, which was typical attire for very young children throughout old China.

A very rare piece of lacquerware, comprising a big container with lid in the center and twelve narrow containers around it, each with a stopper in the shape of a nat (good spirit)and decorated with the Burmese zodiac. Made in the Pagan State, ca. late 19th to early 20th century. H. 31 cm , Diameter 28 cm. Condition: very good, with expected age wear.

Lovely and rich the Los Castillo glyph bracelet always reminds me of Mexican silver at it's best. The weight is 50 grams heavy and is a comfortable 7in. long and 1 inch wide. The silver shows dark in the recesses and top with a gorgeous glow. Take this anywhere and you will be talked about when seen.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this Antonio Pineda bracelet. The link with the swirled X'S, the patina and how the aventurine stones GLOW all add up to FANTASTIC. I wish I could get a picture of this mesmerizing stone. It is heavy and weighs in at 74.4 grams and is 7 inches of comfort. A most desirable vintage Mexican silver for collectors and museum quality and the condition is superb with no issues.

In the style of Matilde Poulat's jeweled hand-mirrors a vintage 1980s piece from Taxco having an ornate frame replete with wirework, beading and topped by two repousse Doves - Matl's favorite "Palomas". The mirror is encrusted with turquoise and coral cabs as well as pyramid-cut amethysts and it has an elongated, teardrop repousse handle...

Miniature versions of the clamper bracelets in the corresponding designs by-pass or wrap rings are veritable miracles of craftsmanship and attention to detail as well as testimonials to their maker's patience and ability to concentrate. And even though I know all this, some examples still amaze me with their superb quality. Just like this ring - extra long, incredible in the richness of its design and the flawless execution, with its amazing patina and the strong presence that it commands! A rin...

Kendi, with rounded sides, bulbous spout and tall neck decorated outside with floral and plantain leaves on the neck, glazed base. PERIOD : Middle Qing (18 th Century) MEASUREMENT : 26 cm height, 18 cm wide. CONDITION: Professional small restorations on the rim, no other damages issues.

A Tang dynasty Changsha bowl, rounded side with deep center and unglazed base, bowl decorated with scroll and fire works motif in brown color motif, bowl covered with creamy glazed PERIOD : Tang Dynasty (618-906 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 5.5 cm tall, 15 cm wide. CONDITION: no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.