Collector wrote, 'this is the biggest saphiret in my collection'. This is indeed an important pin in that this has the boldest largest faceted Saphiret art glass stone on the web! This desirable bi color faceted stone measures just under 1 1/2" or 40mm across! The pin itself measures 2 1/8" across. The stone is so big that it could be cut down to make several good size ones.
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Of heavy, dense exotic wood and inlaid with carved shell pieces, this ceremonial staff is from the Solomon Islands, pre 1950s. The form is better than most, having a figural image at the top, well carved with open legs and good detail. The carving depicts a figure with folded arms, slightly bent knees, and a stylized face seen in Solomon Islands iconography. The figural section measures 13 1/4" high. Very nice dark patina, with a lovely slightly glossy surface, some pieces of inlay missing...

Sterling silver and leather horseshoe bolo tie designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda. (1919-2009). Bolo measures 40" long from tip to tip. 20" long when worn. Horseshoe is 1 1/2" X 1 1/4". Horseshoe nails are each 1 1/2" long. The braided leather is original & in beautiful condition. Fully hallmarked on back of horseshoe. Antonio designs are included in the permanent 20th Century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art - LACMA.

A Sherman blue AB rhinestone radiant circle pin brooch from the 1950s. This high quality 2" rhodium plated brooch features navy blue marquise stones, medium blue round aurora borealis rhinestones and light blue stones. All are claw set and this pin has a nice layered or tapered aspect. It is signed SHERMAN on the planchet, it has a safety clasp and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All condition issues are noted...

Hector Aguilar had a great sense of colors used in his stone choices with the blues and greens in Chrysacolla as in this bracelet.Properly signed as shown by Hector Aguilar with eagle 9 which has some double strike. Length is 7in. and the height is approximately 7/8th of an inch tall. Thick silver weighing 49 grams with a luxurious silky feel. No damage, no repairs, chips or dents.

This is an Enrique Ledesma work of art. He was known for his stone work and this is a beautiful azurmalachite necklace that has a weight of 70 grams and is 1.25in. at the highest point on the drop. No dents, repairs, or damage but there is glare. It was difficult to show the gorgeous color in these stones, so I have tried to show them in different light. They are natural and have matrix running through the stones as they turn color from blue to green, with browns and gold hues as well...

These hand done lamp-worked beads are probably Indian in origin, and they most likely are old, perhaps quite old. The workmanship is superb. The brass and glass compliment each other and they are enhanced by the jewel-like work on the round and elongated beads on the fringe. Very dramatic when worn. The choker is 13 1/2" around with a 1 3/4" extension, and is 1 5/8" wide...

Rare and unique sterling bracelet by Taxco silversmith Salvador Teran. His work is difficult to come by and very recognizable. The rectangular links of the bracelet have silver figures that sit in a back round of black oxidation. The links are hinged together and end in a plain silver panel link that houses a secure push in clasp with an intact safety chain. this bracelet measures 7" in the inside and is 1/2" wide...

Wood, rattan, bamboo and pigments. One end with a human face. L. 62,5 cm, H. 14,5 cm. Mid 20th century. Provenance: Dutch private collection. Zemanek-Münster, 2018. Srdjan Sremac, The Hague.

A mystery maker for me - though listed by Bille Hougart in his book on Mexican silver hallmarks (see p. 249) - it is Taller Taxco that signs this modernist pendant necklace, obviously based on a rather rare to find Salvador Teran design. Large and imposing, masterfully crafted, the pendant is shaped like a squatting pre-Colombian figure with his hands closed around a big, tumbled blue stone with green undertones and some matrix showing on the side (maybe blue chrysoprase?)...

Rare and exceptional sterling charm cuff by Frank Patania Sr. with elaborate stamping and chisel lines. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside with a 1 1/8" opening, it is 2 1/8" wide and weighs 131 grams. It is in fine original condition and hallmarked as shown. This is a magnificent piece.

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.

The spike designs made by Antonio Pineda are some of the most sought after of all. The spikes are .75in. tall and carries a weight of 128 grams heavy including earrings. There are no repairs, dents or damage. The amethyst are original in their settings and it is properly hallmarked as shown. This is a very, very rare necklace and earring set, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Magnificent design of this sterling necklace by Los Castillo. Very striking on the neck, it measures 15"end to end, is 3/4" wide and weighs 110 grams. Fine original condition and hallmarked for Los Castillo as shown. Very elegant.

Depicting a naked girl. Made of wood, painted in yellow/brown and black. On the belly a table with Burmese letters. Original hair. Ca. Early to mid 20th century. Good condition. H. 23,5 cm. Comes with a black metal stand.

Strong vintage sterling silver chevron bracelet and earrings designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda. Bracelet comprised of 8 interlocking links with ingenious hidden hinges and clasp. 1 inch wide. Inside wearable length is 6 3/4 inches. Impressive weight at 122 grams, 4.03 oz. Fully hallmarked with Antonio crown, 970, pattern # ZZ 618, SILVER, eagle 17. Screw back earrings measure 1 inch long. They are unmarked...

Gerardo Lopez is noted for striking pectoral necklaces and this one is 17in. long and made of 980 silver. The pectoral drop is 3.75 across and 2.25in. tall. There are no dents or damage, has been perfectly kept and has a weight of 70 grams. This necklace has the darkest of natural patina that I have ever found and it will be left to the buyer to make their own degree of shine. This one is definitely for someone of discriminating taste, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

An exquisite sterling and moonstone bracelet by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. A have never seen this Antonio design before and believe it to be quite rare. There are moonstones bezel set within each of the 10 links of the bracelet. This bracelet is solid at 84 grams and measures 6 3/4" around in the inside when clasped. It is 3/4" wide. Beautiful original condition and appropriately hallmarked for Antonio Pineda as shown. A great addition to any Mexican Silver collection.