This set is the Hector Aguilar V-chain necklace with detachable azurite pin/pendant, matching azurite earrings, and matching V-chain bracelet. The necklace is featured on page 39 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. It is shown with an amethyst pendant in the book. The azurite pendant on this necklace I am offering is shown on page 217 of this same book and the V-chain bracelet on page 63. These pieces are dated c.1945 and are in 940 silver...

Rare and unusual William Spratling sterling crossover ring with two conical shaped amethysts. It is a size 3 3/4 and is a magnificent pinky ring. It may have been sized at one time but I do not think so. It is in beautiful condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. It is signed with the WS mark which dates c. 1949-1967 as shown in the photo. A stunning ring.

C. 1940 (before assay mark), 2+ Ounce, Marked: "Made in Mexico" & Silver but tests Better than Sterling and 4 (1 X 3/4") Bezel Set Rectangular Pinkish Salmon Cabochons that look like Rose colored Agate or Jasper. 7" Wrist X 1"wide. Strong Push Clasp. SOLD, no price, no info

Classic Hector Aguilar 940 silver ring with oval black onyx. A beautiful setting. This is a large ring, currently size 13, but is actually adjustable and was made this way. Fine original condition, weighs 14 grams and is signed for Hector Aguilar as shown in the photo. A great ring.

Danecraft Ring Curved, Triangular, Open Work Top with Scrolls. 1"X .75". Adjustable at 7.75 but could go up to 8+ and back down to very small. Guaranteed Marked: "Danecraft Sterling" on inside of shank.
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Modern lines on this Clip, not the usual look and Not so available by Mary Gage, who was a late comer to the Arts & Crafts Movement in Boston and whose work does not come up for sale often. 1 1/2 X 1 1/8" wide. Normal minor scratches on silver which can be buffed easily. SOLD, no price, no info

RARE and OUTSTANDING 940 silver bracelet from Hector Aguilar's workshop the Taller Borda designed by Gabriel Flores. Fabulous design and execution, this bracelet is in fine original condition with a beautiful patina. It consists of six pin hinged panels with a chain and pin closure. It measures approximately 7" around in the inside and is 1 1/16th " wide. It weighs 124 grams. It is signed Taller Borda, 940, GF (for Gabriel Flores),Taxco Mexico and the eagle mark with the number 9...

Very rare dimensional sterling and natural stone clip by American studio artist Irena Bryner, c. 1950. This is the first piece of her work I have been able to acquire. It is just not seen on the market. Bryner was a founding member of the San Francisco Metal Arts Guild. There is a chapter about her life and work in the book MESSENGERS OF MODERNISM. This clip is in excellent original condition measuring 2 3/8" by 1"...

SOLD. This Brooch looks Bench Made. Double Circle with hammered Anchor within and over it, a small rectangle holding a Reverse Hand Painted Sailboat glass. Maker's Mark: Sterling and a Bee stamped on a "b". Very nice Condition. 1 3/8" diameter. SOLD, no price, no info

"RA" & "LA" Cutout Cat Pin as seen on page 239 of Warman's Jewelry by Christie Romero. Maker's Mark for Rasmussen and Lassen (in business for only 10 years!). 2" and in excellent Condition!
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Bold and beautiful sterling and black onyx bracelet by Los Ballesteros. I believe this is originally an Antonio Pineda design. These are V shaped links with onyx inset into the sides. Each link is hinged and moves. It is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones. It measures 8 1/4" end to end and is 1 1/2" wide. It weighs 140 grams and is signed for Los Ballesteros as shown in the photo. A fabulous looking piece.

Stunning 970 silver and moonstone necklace by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. It is in fine original condition and measures approximately 15" around. It is curved to sculpt the neck so a bit hard to measure. It is 1/2" wide. The moonstones are clear blue and all original and in fine condition, no chips or cracks. Secure push-in clasp, intact safety chain. Signed for Antonio Pineda as shown in the photo. Extremely beautiful.

Wonderful sterling cross and rosary beads by Taxco silversmith Hector Aguilar. I believe this to be quite rare and it is pictured on page 153 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO BY Penny Morrill. The cross is 2 3/4" long without the bail,3 1/8" with the bail. It is attached to the rosary beads which measure 15" when hanging on the neck. It does not have a clasp and slips over the head...

Sold. Nice, Vintage, Sterling Bracelet with 6 Acorn Motif Stations and Deco links. Old Clasp. 7.25" long X 1" wide. Oval Piece on back Marked: "Danecraft R Sterling" and in very nice condition.
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This is the ARMADILLO CUFF, designed by Valentin Vidaurreta and made by Manuel Altamirano. It dates c. 1945-50 and is featured in the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. The rounded shaped panels graduate in size measuring from 1 3/4" wide in the front to 1" at the back. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside and has a 1 1/4" opening so it is for a 6 3/4" wrist. It is signed for Manual Altamirano as shown in the photo...

Vintage Hand Wrought Pin to Pendant. Hand Cut Open Oval with Applied Maya, Aztec, Mexican or Inca God Idol of better than 14K Gold. Marked 925. .5 Oz (16 grams). 2.25" long X 1.75" wide. SOLD, no price, no info

The Heintz Art Metal Shop of Buffalo, New York made jewelry and decorative objects of patinated bronze with sterling overlay in cut out patterns. They were in business from 1906-1929 and although they did not sign their jewelry, their style is so distinctive it can easily be identified. This 2 1/4" by 1 1/4" pin is a fine example of the jewelry from this shop. It is in beautiful original condition and a wonderful piece of Arts & Crafts period jewelry.

Beautiful early bracelet by Taxco silversmith Fred Davis. There are six wide incised silver panels with center bezel set cabachon amethysts. It is in fine original condition with a secure pin closure. Measures 6 3/4" end to end and 1 5/8". Signed for Fred Davis as shown. GREAT!!!

Tane is a noted silver company in Mexico City featuring jewelry and "Art Objects" with a strong emphasis on quality. Tiffany & Co. assisted Tane in the 1960's and 70's to expand. This beautiful necklace and earrings set is sterling square links joined together by a straight gold washed link. The necklace measures 16 1/2" end to end, is 1/2" wide and weighs 118 grams. The earrings are clip back and measure 5/8" long and 5/8" wide. They weigh 13 grams and hold securely and comfortably on the ears...

Sold. Very much the "Matilde Poulat" pre- Hispanic, open cut style in Coral, Amethyst, Turquoise and Sterling Brooch marked: "Mat'l Mexico 925" and another mark. This naive, primitive piece has NOT been cleaned.
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Vintage, Chased Mexican Sterling Bracelet Cuff Signed Marked "Sanborn's Mexico Sterling", Covered with Engraved, Naive, Folk, Figural depiction of Man and his Burro in Mountain Path. 0804 SOLD, no price, no info

HUGE, 142 gram, Aztec design sterling and amethyst cuff bracelet by William Spratling. This piece is featured on page 39 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1940. This bracelet is spectacular in design, materials and execution...

Extra Vintage and some would say much like the work of Doris Cliff, yet others have said more like Oakes or Hale? The last two, after all were medalists winners at Boston's Society of Arts & Crafts established in 1887.
Then there are those who would say that the use of those leaves is all Bernard Instone who also used the split shank construction. Note the applied leaf at upper right that can also be found on other rings found and acquired here: # 287743; 352251; 346567. To continue your...

A great sterling bracelet by studio artist Frank Rebajes. We see many of his pieces in copper but few in sterling and this bracelet is terrific. There are 7 diamond shaped pieces that are on hinges and move sitting in a backround of oxidation. The last partial shaped diamond is the clasp. Measures 7" long and 7/8" wide, it is in excellent original condition. Weighs 47 grams and is signed REBAJES sterling. A great mid-century modern bracelet by this important designer.

Early Mexican silver bracelet with 5 beautiful green agate cabachon stones. This is a Fred Davis design but this bracelet is only marked Silver Mexico. It measures 8" end to end and is 1"wide. Fine original condition and weighs 67 grams. Lots of movement to this piece and gorgeous on.

A gorgeous, gorgeous, early Mexican silver bracelet with green agates. This is a Los Castillo design but only signed Sterling Mexico. It is very heavy weighing 114 grams and measures 7" long and 2" wide. The design is compelling and the agates are just beautiful. Fine original condition. Don't miss this one!

This is the best Los Ballesteros bracelet ever. Wonderful 1 1/2" wide sterling hinged bangle with black enamel polka dots strategically placed all around the bracelet. The back is as interesting as the front. It measures 7 1/4" around in the inside and weighs a solid 119 grams. Tight push in clasp and fine original condition. Signed for Los Ballesteros as shown. I just LOVE this bracelet!

C 1955 Signed by Esther Lewittes (1904-1990) California Studio Artist Clip Earrings. Wonderful Modernism Jewelry.
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Smart Studio Sterling Pin marked: "Leonore Doskow" "Handmade Sterling". 1.5" X 1". Excellent Condition. Has Not been cleaned. SOLD, no price, no info

FABULOUS Armadillo design 940 necklace made by Hector Aguilar. It is graceful and solid at the same time with lots of movement. It measures 17 1/2" end to end and is 1 1/2" wide at the widest center oval. It weighs 79 grams. All of the pieces are in excellent condition and original except the velvet which must have been replaced as it has no wear at all, unless this piece was just never worn. The clasp is original. Signed for Hector Aguilar as shown in the photo. A rare offering of a magnificent...

Beautiful silver filigree work in this early bracelet by Matilde Poulat. C. 1940, this bracelet measures 7" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. It weighs 55 grams and is in fine original condition with a secure push in clasp and intact safety chain. Signed MATL as shown in the photo. What a great bracelet.

Vintage unsigned Spratling? Mexican Silver Thick Gauge Cuff with Hands Holding Amethyst Tulips (1") Motif, plus 2 cabs (10mm), possibly Unsigned Spratling or Aguilar. 2.6 Oz or 75 Grams on postal scale. SOLD, no price, no info

Sold. This higher silver content marked 950, better than the usual 925. Maker's Mark: "La Maricela Taxco" in a circle around the 950 silver content. Is chased, engraved and with applied granulation. 3" X 2.25" in very good condition in rich silver color with age appropriate patina in crevices. Has Not been polished and no issues.
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Charming 940 silver Aztec design necklace by Hector Aguilar, c. 1940. Very intricate and ornamental, this piece measures 16 1/2" end to end and is 1" wide. It weighs 88 grams and looks superb on. It is in excellent original condition, has a secure push in clasp and is signed for Hector Aguilar as shown in the photo. I have never seen this Hector Aguilar necklace offered before and not found it pictured in any book so believe it to be quite rare. A remarkable Hector Aguilar necklace!

Classic Hector Aguilar Book and Three Beads Bracelet featured on page 32 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. Fabulous design and construction, this bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside of the bracelet and is 5/8" wide. It weighs 95 grams and has a secure pin closure with safety chain. All original, excellent condition. Signed for Hector Aguilar as shown in the photo. A very famous and beautiful Hector Aguilar bracelet.

Mexican Silver Earrings that have the chased, incised, engraved style of Castillo or Aquilar. Marked: 3 initials "C.." "Mexico Sterling". Would go well with other Mexico Taxco pieces listed throughout the About Mimi's Gems catalog. 1.5" long & very nice condition. SOLD, no price, no info

This ring is SOLD. "Lux et Veritas" = "Light and Truth". "Seal of Yale College". The perfect vintage gift for the Yalie Collector. This college ring is small, blue and white enamel, nouveau, and has a highly decorated figural shank. Maker's Mark of "Salman Sterling" of Boston, MA, whose 1906 advertising stated that they sold the most fobs. Only 117 women were enrolled at Yale in 1909. Very good condition, all enamel intact.
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Wonderful Sterling Ring size 6.75 (adjusts up to 7.25) which could be worn by either male or female musicologist or lover of music! Shank: 1/8" wide. Marked: "Leonore Doskow" and "Handmade Sterling". Please see closeup.

Very early, c. 1930, silver fish pin with a turquoise cabachon eye by Taxco artist Fred Davis. This pin is featured on page 80 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. One of his most famous pieces, this pin measures 3" by 1 1/8" and is in fine original condition with a great patina. It is signed for Fred Davis as shown in the photo. A wonderful pin!

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...

From the same estate as the azur- malachite bracelet by Enrique Ledesma that I am offering, this bracelet is made up of 15 panels of faceted amethyst crystal fused in silver. This is the skill for which Ledesma is best known. His work of this nature is impeccable and unmatched by other Taxco artists. This fabulous bracelet measures 8" end to end and 1" wide. It is in excellent original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The safety chain will need to be reattached on one side. Signe...

Sold. c 1950 Felch & Co. Parent Company of Danecraft: 2 piece Rose Motif small Brooch and Earring set. All 3 roses are 7/8" in diameter. The Earrings which have more patina are just marked sterling, whereas the pin is marked Sterling CFo. Very Nice Condition, no damage, no repairs.
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Vintage Unmarked Unsigned No Stone Arts & Crafts Bow or Celtic Brooch Pin that tests at least 925. Has Heft for it's size of 1 3/8" X 1 1/8". Very good condition with just a little wave to pin stem. Rich Silver with plenty of patina in crevices.
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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. A RARE and truly magnificent William Spr...

Beautiful streamline mid-century modern necklace and matching bracelet by Taxco silversmith Sigi Pineda. Best known for his 1950's strong designs, this set is a great example of the stylish simplicity of the times. The necklace opens and closes with a secure push in clasp in the back and is hinged on both sides. It lays beautifully on the neck and measures approximately 14" around in the inside.The bracelet opens and closes in the front by pressing the tiny button and it has a secure push in cla...

This is the "ARCHITECTURAL CUFF WITH AMETHYST CLOSURE" by Antonio Pineda. It is featured on page 201 of the catalogue from the exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE - MAESTROS DE PLATA ,currently in Los Angeles. They date it c.1950-55. Very bold lines and design, this bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 1 3/8" wide at the widest point in the front. It opens and closes by pushing in the amethyst. Fine original condition, weighs 92 grams and signed for Anton...

Beautiful pair of ornamented sterling cuff bracelets by Los Castillo. It is rare to find a pair such as these and they look wonderful worn together. They measure 5 1/2" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening so 6 3/4" total, and are 5/8" wide. They are in fine original condition and signed and numbered for Los Castillo as shown. A great set of bracelets.

SOLD. Pre Colonial Motifs are hand cut on Unsigned Octagon Shape Sterling Pin Pendant with Malachite Rectangle Stone topped with at least 14K Gold Native American (Mexican, Central or South American) idol and Hand Made Chain (24"). Both pieces marked 925. Pin: 1.5" X 1.5". SOLD

Sold. Ultra Modern Abstract Cross Pendant Marked: "Orb Sterling" for Otto R. Bade who in the 1940's was foreman for Frank Rebajes, then bought Rebajes equipment in the 1950's. The earlier pieces are Without Stones. Small:1 1/9" X 5/8" wide. In perfect condition.
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Bracelet: Sterling Pre Columbian Motifs deeply incised, engraved, chased into a 2.5mm thick silver bracelet marked: "SH" "Taxco Mexico" "Sterling 925 and Assay "3" by a listed Tasco silversmith. Heft: 1.5 oz or 43 Grams on Postal Scale. 7.25" inside X 5/8" wide. SOLD, no price, no info

This is an OUTSTANDING ZUNI DANCING EAGLE BOLO. Made with INLAID STONES and STERLING SILVER this DANCING EAGLE measures 2 1/4" tall X 2 3/8" wingspan. The Stones include MOTHER OF PEARL, TURQUOISE, CORAL, and ONYX. Moves up and down on nicely Braided Leather. Marked on the back at the Bottom: J. LUCIO. Circa 1950 and in Excellent Condition. An Exceptional Piece of ZUNI SILVER JEWELRY...more jpgs to follow

Large, colorful ivory and sterling Ming's Bird of Paradise pin. Ming's of Hawaii has closed and the jewelry from this store is quite sought after. The ivory and sterling pieces are particularly valuable. This wonderful pin measures 3 3/4" by 1 3/4" at the widest point. It is in fine original condition with no breaks or chips to the ivory. The sterling has a dark patina which could be cleaned if so desired by the next owner. The pin reverse is signed Ming's Sterling as shown in the photo. This is...

Signed Mexican Silver Green Onyx or Malachite Bracelet with the mark of "FD" like that of Frederick Davis, however there is a conjoined mirrored "FD" mark as well and "Sterling Mexico". 6 3/4" X 3/4" wide and 1.4 oz or 42 Grams on Postal Scale. Very Nice ! Hook and eye closure. The mark of a good bracelet: You can't see the clasp.
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Pedro Castillo Abstract Deco Chased Small Sterling Silver Bracelet marked: "Hecho en Taxco Mexico" around a conjoined "CP" then Sterling and an Eagle 3 mark. Double Striking makes letters hard to see. Tiny Tight & Secure at 6" X 1" wide with safety chain. SOLD, no price, no info

Amazing sun, moon and stars pin by William Spratling. There is a full page featuring this pin on page 57 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Berk and Morrill. They date it c. 1942. This is a huge and bold pin measuring 3" by 2". It is in beautiful original condition and appropriately signed for William Spratling as shown in the photo. An absolutely spectacular early Spratling pin.

A wonderful sculptural sterling cuff bracelet by Angela Cummings. Cummings designed for Tiffany & Co. for years then opened a studio of her own. She announced the closing of her studio in August of this year so her pieces will surely be increasing in value and become highly collectible. This unusual bracelet looks like 2 bracelets when on the wrist. I tried to give an idea of the look in photo 2 but unfortunately the bracelet is much too big for my wrist so please use your artistic imagination. ...

Oval Shape Sterling Brooch with Motif expressing the look of Arts Crafts and Deco flavors. 1/2" Green Marble Art Glass Cabochon in this 1 1/2" X 3/4" 925 frame with excellent working clasp.
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A wonderful Aztec design 940 silver pin with 5 balls and 5 dangles by Hector Aguilar. I have never seen this pin before and I have not found it in any books so believe it to be quite rare. It measures 1 3/4" long and 1 3/8" wide.It is in fine original condition but the safety is missing on the pin clasp so it is currently just a "C" clasp. Although it holds on clothing as it is now, it would be best to replace the safety catch to make it more secure. This can be easily done by a jeweler.The reve...

A rare and stunning faceted amethyst and sterling ring by the Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Kalo, founded in 1900. This is the first Kalo ring I have ever seen, only having come across necklaces, bracelets, pins and earrings before. The engraving on the setting is exquisite and the amethyst is large and brilliant, measuring 3/4" long and 5/8" wide. The stone and entire ring is in fine original condition. It is a size 8 and suitable for a man or a woman. It can not be sized without loosing the s...

Great Art Deco design in this blue check and white enamel bracelet by Taxco silversmith Margot De Taxco. It is in beautiful original condition, no chips or cracks to the enamel and an intact original safety chain with secure push in clasp.Measures 6 7/8" end to end measuring in the inside, 7/8" wide and weighs 65 grams. A very unusual and fine Margot bracelet.