All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1254893
Vintage amethyst & sterling silver beaded necklace designed and signed circa 1930-40 by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). Necklace measures 21 inches long and is comprised of 48 graduated handmade sterling silver beads. The central element of the design measures 5 inches across. The center bezel set amethyst cabochon is 1 1/4" in diameter and suspended from two silver hands. Necklace weight is 69 grams, 2.4 oz...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1391738 (stock #180112)
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!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Pre 1960 item #1359781
A stunning, magnificently crafted, sterling and natural Morenci turquoise necklace c. 1950, by Frank Patania Sr. (1899-1964). Born in Italy, this silversmith came to the U.S. at an early age settling in the Southwest and achieved great recognition for his blending of European and Native American design. There are seven graduated round sterling discs each having a sawtooth bezel set center turquoise in a shadow box setting...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1385884
A rarely seen vintage Antonio Pineda bracelet with trapezoid shaped 970 links each having a round amethyst ball. It measures 7" end to end and is 1" wide. Weighing 116 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the amethysts and an intact safety chain. Signed as shown. A must have bracelet for the Antonio collector.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1407913
Early, rare and exquisite, this heavily detailed repousse bracelet was designed and signed c. 1940 by Mexico City Artist Matilde Poulat. The center rose panel measures 1 1/2" high. The wearable length is 6 3/4" long. It weighs a comfortable 57 grams and is in excellent condition with a beautifully aged patina. This design pictured on p. 199 of WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill and was included in the museum exhibit of the same title...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1346291
Sensuous & elegant this hand wrought sterling silver necklace was designed & signed c. 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Measuring 20 1/2 inches long X 1 inch wide the necklace weighs an impressive 115 grams, 4 oz. Beautiful condition and patina. Hallmarked SPRATLING SILVER in oval, WS SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO. This design is pictured on p.46 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk. Perfect for dress or casual wear...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1235421
Intricately constructed vintage sterling silver & moonstone bracelet designed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda(1919-2009). This bracelet measures 1" wide & a comfortable 6 1/2" long. Bracelet has 8 moonstones which are bezel set in floating frames. The design is accented with silver balls and beads. The moonstones reflect a beautiful luminous pale blue color as they move in the light. Gorgeous unpolished patina to the silver...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1390520 (stock #181111d)
Properly hallmarked as shown this Antonio Pineda bracelet is adorned with gold sheen Obsidian. The stones are cut into perfect cylinders. This is a 1in. tall bracelet and has a weight of 116 grams of sheer quality. When you put this on the richness is stunning. The length is 7 in. and fits most. The condition is remarkable with no repairs, chips or damage of any kind. Completely original condition and an excellent example that all collectors would cherish...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1380840 (stock #182905)
I am offering a rare amethyst Antonio Pineda bracelet. It is trapezoidal in shape with straight barrels and no chips or cracks to the stones. The stones range from dark purple to some stones with lighter swirls. It is properly hallmarked as shown and displays a light patina. I have tried to show the bracelet in different light for the best viewing of all links. Pineda used 970 silver content for his work giving it a whiter look as it has a low alloy content. There is a light patina showing and ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1149430 (stock #teranstarnec)
Salvador Teran, was one of the Spratling era's notable designers. This Star with a green and blue specks large stone is wondrous. Condition is superb with no dents to the tubes only camera glare. The length is 14.5in. and fits like a choker. This design is a published book piece. For more room a CUSTOM extender made from the same tube sterling is included and it is wearable lower on the neck at about 16in. comfortably. This Teran weighs a hefty 100 grams heavy. This stone is really the wow fact...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1990 item #1362007 (stock #170807)
A beautiful Mexican Silver Palomas y Rosas necklace signed by Ricardo Salas Poulat in stamp and engraving is one of the breathtaking designs from the Matl Taller. The repousse is beautifully carved on the tops giving greater detail to the large puffed links. The rose drop is 2 3/4's inches tall and the birds are 1 7/8th's in. at the tallest point. All showing the quality of 108 grams of heavy silver. I find the length of 19in. to hit at the perfect spot on the chest. There is no damage or repair...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1990 item #1360199 (stock #17046)
I am pleased to offer a Mexican Silver Matl Salas Palomas Y Rosas that is carved magnificently on the hand made repousse. This necklace is 2.25in. tall at the drop and a length of 21 inches. We have an extremely different Palomas with a smaller over all scale of each link. At the back of the neck rests 2 very tiny birds with turquoise eyes at .75in. across and the other links have gradation from overall larger to smaller. I would call it somewhere between a mid size to a demi. I do see where I h...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1044311
Dramatic first design period (1931-46) sterling silver and amethyst necklace designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). The cruciform pendant measures 3 inches long X 2 5/8 inches wide. The attached sterling silver chain measures 19 inches long. The amethyst stones are very deep and vivid in color and in beautiful condition with no chips or cracks. The silver frame and chain are in excellent condition as well with no dents, dings or repairs. The entire necklace weigh...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1990 item #1390400 (stock #20181011a)
This is one of Matilde Poulat's most loved designs. It has become so rare to find one of her earliest pieces of the fish dangles that I am offering an MS-12 Matl Salas signed and hallmarked for after 1980 fish design. Salas worked with his aunt since she opened her shop. She died in 1960 and Salas continued with her shop producing the master pieces that we love. The Matl plaque is a double strike and is quite clear. The length is 21 inches long and has a dark natural patina. The length of the fi...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1425026 (stock #202408c)
The emerald Salvador Teran is one of the most sleek and rich designs from his body of work. The stones are raw uncut emerald crystals. The necklace diameter is 5.3 inches and the face front is .75 of an inch. The neck band is jointed for a perfect fit and the drop displayed for a straight forward look at the emeralds. It masterfully displays 72 grams of silver and is 18 inches of wearable length. The bracelet is 7 inches long and is also segmented for a perfect fit. One inch is the height of th...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1417089 (stock #201302)
We have a very rare Salvador Teran necklace that also serves as a brooch. His work is known to be innovative and inventive. His work here is properly hallmarked and boasts large gemstone rocks.The colors run rampant throughout. The top is turquoise, the middle is a Mexican Fire Opal and the bottom we are not certain but is said to be Chalcedony or a special type of Opal. All together with uncommon settings the drop is 2.5 inches long and 2 inches across at the widest point. The handmade chain i...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1154120
Intricately inlaid mosaic sterling silver and chrysocolla yin yang hands necklace designed and signed by American/Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Dating from the 1950's the necklace measures 17 1/2 inches long. The crossed hands pendant measures 5 1/8" inches across and 3 inches from the bottom of the design to the top of the silver loop. Wt.- 98 grams, 3.05oz. Hallmarked on the reverse WS, WILLIAM SPRATLING TAXCO, MEXICO, eagle #30. Pictured on p.78 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1424967 (stock #202405)
This ribbed Hector Aguilar Bracelet is a rare find with 104 grams of heft and a striking height of 1 3/4 inches. Perfectly hallmarked with an applied plaque. This treasure is well rounded fitting perfectly on the wrist. The diameter is 2 3/8 in. The 6 stones are a hidden surprise presenting to the one who wears it. No dents and versatile to wear with anything anywhere.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1399514 (stock #191304)
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.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1378024 (stock #180804)
This is a signed and iconic thumb print Antonio Pineda necklace. We see the bracelets on the market fairly regular but NOT the necklace. It is heavy at 194 grams. The height is 7/8th's to 1 inch. It is an amazing half an inch of depth of almost pure silver at 970. There is a natural patina currently on this Pineda which is the way it will be kept for the new owner to do as they wish. The necklace is strung with TWO silver chains for security. We are fortunate to also have a comfortable 17 inches...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1362868
This rare & beautiful sterling silver & amethyst bracelet & necklace were designed & signed in the 1930's by Frederick W. Davis (1880-1961). The necklace has a wearable length of 16 1/4" & is 1" wide. The bracelet is 7" long & 1" wide. Necklace weighs 160 grams. Bracelet weighs 73 grams. Both hallmarked on the reverse FD SILVER MEXICO. Safely stored away for many years the silver & stones are in beautiful condition on both pieces. The attached safety chains appear to be vintage. For many years D...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1404100 (stock #190707)
A signed Hector Aguilar bracelet is teamed up with gorgeous Azure Malachite stones to really make a statement at work or play. The length is 7.50 in. long and has a height of 1.25 in. in height. A quality example at 107 grams of weight. These are large stones which sit between the shields. A patina is natural on this bracelet. There are no chips or cracks to the stones and no damage to the silver. This one deserves a place in a collectors jewel box.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1391752 (stock #180212)
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 ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1960 item #1366100 (stock #172009)
Signed Piedra Y Plata Filipe Martinez as shown was known for his skill and use of fabulous stones. This Azure Malachite example simply makes your jaw drop. The face front is 2 inches tall so you can see how large these stones are at just over an inch tall on the center piece. The silver is thick and ornate with a weight of 110 grams. The diameter is 2.5 inches and is large enough to push up the arm so you can work on a computer or do the dishes. The design is of flora and is without damage to th...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1263079
Sensational vintage sterling silver bracelet designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda. Truly one of Antonio's best this bracelet measures 1 1/4" wide. Will comfortably fit up to a 7" wrist. Heavy at 130 grams 4.06oz. Beautiful condition. Clasp is tight and secure. Attached safety chain. Signed on the clasp with ANTONIO TAXCO crown mark, 970 STERLING eagle #208. This design featured in recent exhibits and publications. Pictured on p.52 of SILVER SEDUCTION: THE A...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1377890 (stock #180504)
A really fantastic early vintage Mexican Silver Cross with original chain by Matilde Poulat and signed with her old mark MATL. The hanging angels are so special with hand carving to the tops. This is the first time I have owned one with a chatelaine. A chatelaine's purpose is to make it more decorative with a smoother lead into the drop.Please note that both the chatelaine and the cross has cut outs under the amethyst stones to aid in more of a glow. This was done at the Matl taller only in the ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1401568
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. This necklace is featured on page 140 ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1416783 (stock #20002)
Properly signed Fred Davis bracelet with the lion prancing on both side panels of this treasure. There are 4 turquoise cabachon stones on each side of the oval shaped bracelet. The oval measures 2 3/8th's inches and will fit most. It presents itself with a height of 2 3/8th's and a weight of 116 grams of heft. The stones are without damage, have rock matrix running through it and show a beautiful warmed teal color. There is no damage to the silver and no repairs. A natural patina adds to just ho...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1387401 (stock #182309)
This is a gorgeous Fred Davis collar necklace constructed in the technique of backed repousse. Most of this magnitude are flat cut silver sheet. The silver content is a minimum of 925 but in this work it is higher. The color is the luxurious white that we love in the Mexican Silver Renaissance. The size is generous which is also rare and does fit on an angle. No splits or repairs just the usual scratches only seen with magnification on a 70 year plus silver necklace. Superb and a collectors jew...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1404217 (stock #191007)
Antonio Pineda was a genius bringing this design to life. There is nothing like the complex design with thick cuts of onyx that surrounds the intricate center of 970 pure silver. It ties with velvet cord and is finished with large, heavy,solid silver beads. Tie it to whatever length you need for your neckline. The weight is 64 grams. Dimensions are: 2.5 in. by 2.5 in. This example is one of the finest that I have seen as all are a little bit different in size and condition just LOOK AT THAT NECK...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1228759 (stock #amethpinedaN)
The amethyst comma necklace is one of the most recognizable of Antonio Pineda's works of art. The silver is 970 and silky to the hand. There are no cracks or chips to the stones and no damage or flaws to the silver. The most important thing to look for is how the silver comes up and forms a wall on each link at edges. Most are uneven and without a sharp edge. The length is 16in. long,.75in. tall and it weighs in at 102.5 grams heavy. There is a gorgeous patina to the swirls but if you like this ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1384186 (stock #182307)
Glowing blue Moonstones in a rich surrounding fanfare of silver is an earlier signed Antonio Pined necklace. The silver is exceptionally thick weighing 110 grams of quality. The width is a small sum over .75in. No damage to the silver or the stones which are all original. Built on a curve that lays beautifully the length is 16in. wearable. The bracelet shown in one picture is listed separately on my site. This is an heirloom to pass down and love for generations, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1404154
Hand carved and weighing a healthy 180 grams of sterling silver, this trio of seldom seen Spratling cuffs measures 1 1/4" high when stacked. Each are 7/16" wide and about 6 3/4" to 7" wearable. Beautiful vintage condition and patina. All hallmarked. This sleek design is an elegant take on Spratling's more often seen pyramid cuffs. Both versions are pictured on Phyllis Goddard's site spratlingsilver.com.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1445098
Handwrought in the early 1940's, this trapezoid design by Spratling measures 17" long and 1" high. The panels catch and reflect light beautifully as the wearer moves about. The necklace is in excellent condition. Spratling hallmarks are found on the slide-in clasp and on one panel.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1392309
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...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 2000 item #1362927 (stock #172307)
Today we have a Matl Salas MS-12 Palomas & Rosas featuring a double chain that adds to the glamour of this Mexican Silver necklace. The repousse is expertly carved with a drop of 2.5in. tall. The length is 16.5in. long with a weight of 74 grams. The overall size of this necklace allows for you to take it anywhere or wear for any occasion. No damage and a well cared for treasure, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!