Mexican Graceful leaf & floral pin stamped signed: Sterling Taxco and the script "D G" for Damaso Gallegos who once worked for Hector Aguilar's Taller Borda. 15mm prong set tear drop shape green stone. 2 3/8 X 1 3/8 and in beautiful condition with the appropriate amount of rich darkening in the crevices.
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Most probably designed by Salvador Teran when he worked for his cousins, the Los Castillo, this pair of Mexican modernist silver dangle earrings is not an easy set to find. Though the Los Castillo did not experiment as much in modernism as some other Taxco maestros and workshops they do count among their creations some amazing examples thanks to Teran's genius...

SOLD. From Los Castillos Taller in Taxco, a sought after mixed metals sterling, copper, brass hinged bangle bracelet Stamped: METALES CASTILLO, Hecho en Mexico, assay # 15 and style # 143. Possible custom order for a smaller frame.
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Weighs a substantial 1.3 Oz or 37 grams. Very strong push clasp and loved pre owned unpolished condition.
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Soon will list a pair of parrot earrings by same!

Absolutely FABULOUS sterling and oval cabachon amethyst necklace, bracelet and earrings by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. It is almost impossible to find an intact suite like this! The pieces are all in excellent original condition and the stones are a gorgeous deep purple and free of any chips or cracks. The necklace measures 14 1/2" end to end, a wearable length of 14", and is 1/2" wide.It weighs 126 grams and has a secure push in oval sterling clasp...

Design 5207 Margot de Taxco taller is one of the finest works by Margot Van Voorhies. Heavy at 110 grams and a height of 3 7/8th in. tall. The diameter is 2.5in. and will fit most. The repousse is phenomenal with hand carving on the scales. We have water bubbles and topped off with Amethyst eyes and adornment. No dents with a tight spring. An absolute must for collectors.

An absolutely fabulous azur-malachite and silver pin by William Spratling. Surely one of his inspired Alaskan north star designs, this pin has a center stone of azur-malachite with 7 silver stars randomly fused into the stone. The stone is held in a frame of silver stars. This is a large pin measuring 2 1/2" by 2 1/8" and weighing 33 grams. It is in pristine original condition and signed for William Spratling with the c.1955-67 mark as shown in the photo...

This lariat solid silver rope necklace is extremely elegant with a width of .25 inch. There is a clamp also hand made to fit this necklace and lock it in place where ever you wish it to hold. The tassels have the fine strands of chain with satin finish balls. With a weight of 93 grams it displays great beauty. The length with the tassels is approximately 42 dramatic inches. Also this jewel has no damage of any kind...

This carved rough cut fire opal ring was constructed circa 1950's and is a size 6 1/2. The rectangular stone is 3/4" X 5/8". The stone is set in a silver frame and rises 3/8" high. Hallmarked ANTONIO TAXCO SILVER MADE IN MEXICO. The worn outline of the eagle stamp can be seen. Some surface wear on close inspection. Beautiful colors within seem to dance as the ring moves in the light.

Circa mid-century, this is a gorgeous Margot de Taxco set of necklace, two bracelets, and earrings. An early design, #5270, it's a highly detailed set with repoussé silver work and a rich patina, collector quality.

Necklace measures 15 3/4". Bracelet are each 7 1/4" closed, wearable length. One bracelet has a safety chain. The other bracelet can be hooked into the necklace for a combined length of 23 3/4"...

Handmade sterling silver pin designed and signed c.1950 by Taxco, Mexico artist Salvador Teran. Marked SALVADOR STERLING MEXICO 103. Layered sections of silver combine to paint a stunning and mysterious modernist portrait. Female or feline? Pin measures 2 1/4" X 1 1/2". 25 grams. Beautiful vintage condition.Pin back and lock work perfectly. No dents, dings or repairs...

This sleek, modernist and eye catching brooch was designed in the 1940-50's by artist Valentin Vidauretta during his time at Hector Aguilar's Taller Borda in Taxco, Mexico. Signed Valentin jewelry designs rarely turn up. The pin measures 2 1/4" across X 1 1/4" high. Both stones & silver are in beautiful condition as is the pin back and safety lock. A Valentin bracelet of similar design is pictured on p. 113 of MEXICAN SILVER, 4th edition by Penny Morrill...

Rare and unusual sterling Art Deco design bracelet by Margot De Taxco. I had never seen this bracelet before and it may have been custom made. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is 1 7/8" wide in the front and 1 1/2" wide in the back. It is in fine original condition, weighs 121 grams. Signed and numbered as shown. A magnificent design and feels terrific on.

Sold - thank you "A"!. A bird doll motif. Vintage tri mixed metal or metales casados articulated parrot non pierced SB earrings with sputnik like radiations or feathers on the head, open mouthed, wearing a flouncy skirt with tinkling bells.
The native peoples often made dolls in the shape of the local animals for the children to play. These are wearing skirts...

This exquisite vintage 1950's piece marries 970 sterling silver & inlaid black obsidian into a wearable work of art. Designed by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009)the balance is both sensual & strong. Weighing 130 grams the wearable length is 16" X 1" at it's widest. The necklace is in beautiful condition & fully hallmarked for Antonio as pictured. The intricate construction is fascinating & beautiful to study as well. We have not seen this rare design in our 30 years of collecti...

Rare and magnificent sterling abstract and obsidian screwback earrings by Salvador Teran. Striking design and beautiful stones. They are 1 1/8" long and 1" wide at the widest part. Fine original condition. Signed and numbered for Salvador Teran as shown. Even more wonderful on the ear.

This is a spectacular sterling and green stone necklace and bracelet by Felipe Martinez. His workshop , Piedra Y Plata, opened in 1950, was considered by his peers to be one of the best silver shops in Taxco. His stone setting skills were stellar and the stones he used were always of exceptional quality as exemplified by this set. The necklace measures 15 1/2" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 140 grams. The bracelet measures 7" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 71 grams. Both pieces are in fine...

A fabulous bracelet of tall concave links by Antonio Pineda. I offered a similar bracelet at item # 575137, however , this is not the same bracelets as the dimensions of the links are different. This bracelet is 1" wide and measures 7" around in the inside. Fine original condition with safety chain. Antonio pieces are disappearing off the face of the earth.

Sculptural and eye catching this sterling silver cuff was designed by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda in the 1950's. The bracelet measures 1 1/4"wide and 5 1/4" around the inside from tip to tip. The gap opening is 1 1/8". This piece would most comfortably fit up to a 6 inch wrist. Beautiful vintage patina and condition. Fully hallmarked with Antonio crown, 970, eagle 17.

Absolutely spectacular and rare Margot De Taxco bracelet with 9 cherub charms. Some are playing musical instruments and others are in some form of whimsy. There is great detail and definition to the charms. The bracelet measures 7 1/2" end to end and itself is 1/4" wide. With the charms, it is 2" wide. The bracelet and charms are all original and in fine condition. One of the charms is hallmarked as shown, however it is clear that all charms and the bracelet are original and all Margot De Taxco....

A wonderful 1950's mid-century modern abstract sterling pin with agate stones by Taxco silversmith Salvador Teran. An outstanding design, this pin measures 2 3/4" by 1 3/4". It is in fine original condition and signed for Salvador Teran as shown. Rare and impressive.

A magnificent sterling and stone s-curved motif necklace, bracelet and screwback earrings set by Felipe Martinez. His workshop , Piedra Y Plata, opened in 1950, was considered by his peers to be one of the best silver shops in Taxco. This magnificent set is featured on page 189 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date is c. 1955. The necklace measures 16 1/2" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. The bracelet measures 7 1/4" end to end and is 1" wide. The screwback earrings are 1" lon...

Elegant hand wrought 940 sterling silver pin designed & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar (1905-86). Pin measures 2" X 2". Beautiful condition and patina. Pin back and safety in fine working order. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. Aguilar designs are included in the permanent 20th century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

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...

Vintage hand forged sterling silver and azur malachite mosaic pin or brooch designed and signed circa 1950 by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Pin measures 1 1/2" X 1 1/4". Beautiful condition. Pin back and lock are tight and secure. Pictured on Phyllis Goddards informative website spratlingsilver.com. Spratling's designs are the central focus of the permanent 20th Century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art -LACMA.

A spectacular early 970 silver and moonstone necklace by Antonio Pineda. I believe this design of alternating silver leafs and moonstone clusters to be quite rare. The moonstones are beautiful, clear and blue and free of any chips or cracks. They are all original and none have been replaced. The necklace measures 15" or so. It is curved to fit the neck so hard to get an exact measurement. It is 3/4" wide and weighs 108 grams. Signed as shown in the photo. Investment, museum quality Antonio Pined...

VERY RARE Hector Aguilar Aztec Flowers cuff bracelet c. 1940-55 in 940 silver. It is featured on page 29 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Morrill and also on page 104 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. Each panel has a different Aztec flower. The bracelet is hinged on one side and has a pin closure. It measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 1 1/4" wide. It weighs 112 grams and is in beautiful original condition. Signed as shown. VERY hard to come by and very, very exquis...

Generous in size and studded with channel and bezel set stones, this is a glorious Matilde Poulat cross whether you wear it as an expression of your spirituality or as a work of art. Matl's signature wirework and beading combined with the patina the pendant has developed over time make for a strong, eye-catching presence. The hand-wrought chain that it comes with is Mexican as well and of the same period (yet not a Matl piece) and I believe it complements it in the best possible way. The cross p...

Voluptuous floral and bead and bar design sterling bracelet by Valentin Vidaurreta who established his first workshop in Mexico City in 1936, then moved to Taxco in 1941 where he designed principally for Hector Aguilar until 1952 and also had a small workshop of his own. He may have also designed for William Spratling and Fred Davis. This bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 1 1/4" at the widest points and narrows to 3/4" at the back clasp. It weighs 85 grams and is in fine origi...

A rare and spectacular mid-century modern sterling pin by Carmen Beckmann. The center features 2 Mexican jelly opals and green stones that I believe are tourmaline. The stones are bezel set and the color combination is striking. The irregular shapes of the green stones and the varied lengths of the jutting silver spokes make this design fascinating. It is unique down to the clasp which is a simple "C" clasp with an interlocking safety catch that slides up to hold the pin securely in place. The m...

Beautiful, unusual arrow link sterling bracelet by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. Fabulous design and construction,c.1950. Fine ooriginal condition, it measures 7" around in the inside of the bracelet and is 1" wide. It weighs 129 grams, has a secure push in clasp and intact safety chain. It is signed and numbered for Antonio Pineda as shown in the photo. A very fine bracelet.

A stunning 970 silver and moonstone bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The stones are clear and blue, all original and no chips or cracks. Measuring 6 3/4" around in the inside, it is 3/4" wide. The closure is one of the moonstones that you press so the bracelet looks continuous when on the wrist. It weighs 96 grams, is all original and in beautiful condition.Signed as shown. Exceptional in every way.

A stunning 970 silver and moonstone bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The stones are clear and blue, all original and no chips or cracks. Measuring 7" around in the inside, it is 5/8" wide. The closure is one of the moonstones that you press so the bracelet looks continuous when on the wrist. It weighs 60 grams, is all original and in beautiful condition.Signed as shown. Exceptional!

This Antonio Pineda is bragging 13 amethyst bars and 7.25in. of wearable length displaying a stunning presence. The bracelet is 1.25in. tall and has a weight of 121 grams of heft. This Antonio Pineda is featured in the book SILVER SEDUCTION. What remarkable condition to find all of these specialty cut stones all being without damage. I am always available for questions. Please inquire to the provenance of this bracelet.

Wonderful horseshoe shaped link bracelet by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. The links are hinged together and all move. C. 1950, this bracelet measures 7" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. It weighs 92 grams and is in excellent original condition. It has a secure push in clasp and intact safety chain. Signed for Antonio Pineda as shown. Great looking!!

Strong in concept & design this awesome bracelet was created & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). 1 1/8" tall with an interior wearable length of 7" this piece weighs a hefty 126 grams. The six large, hand carved obsidian stones catch the light beautifully, emitting a deep, subtle glow from within as the wrist moves. Both the stones & silver are in pristine condition. The slide in clasp & safety chain are tight & secure.

An outstanding sterling and azur-malachite bracelet by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma. This work is what he is best known for- fusing silver with stone in an impeccable manner. Each panel is triple hinged and tri-faceted. Cutting stone in this manner requires spectacular skill. This bracelet measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is 1" wide. It weighs 109 grams and is in excellent original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The push in clasp is secure and the safety chain is i...