Sold. Very well executed pin resembling the work of Aguilar or Castillo, this sterling pin marked Hecho en Mexico 925 around "APA", book listed, and the marks of TA-7? for a Taxco silversmith. 1.5" X 1 5/8" and at least 1mm thick(not wimpy!) Very fine wearable condition in pre owned unpolished condition, yet will hand cloth polish Free, please request such when ordering. Sold, no price, no info available.

A very special William Spratling bracelet of rosewood and sterling dots. This combination of materials became a popular one for him and one can find rings, candle sticks, salt and pepper shakers,trays and other items of similar design. This beautiful cuff measures 5" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 1/2" wide in the front and tapers to 1" at the back. It weighs 50 grams and is signed with the c.1956-62 hallmark as shown in the photo...

An exquisite, early sterling hand hammered and malachite necklace by Tane. Tane is a silver manufacturing company in Mexico City whose emphasis is on quality. The founders arrived in Mexico City in 1942 and the Tane Company greatly expanded in the 1960's and 1970's with the assistance of Tiffany & Co. This beautiful neck collar is completely hand hammered and has a hinged square panel with a central fused circular malachite...

Gorgeous early William Spratling 980 silver bracelet featured on page 43 of the Morrill book MEXICAN SILVER. It is in beautiful original condition and has not been cleaned so has a warm vintage patina.There are no dents to any of the silver balls. It measures 8" end to end and is 1" wide. The pin closure works well. Weighing 108 grams, it is hallmarked with the WS print mark circa 1939-40 according to the spratlingsilver.com website...

An exceptional sterling cuff bracelet by Margot De Taxco. Beautiful flowing pattern with swirls and curves and bead work. The eye moves continuously when looking at this bracelet. It is a hinged cuff in fine original condition. It is 2 1/2" wide in the front at the widest point and tapers to 1" at the back where the hinge connects. It is 6 3/4" around in the inside when closed but can really fit a larger wrist since it opens in the front...

SOLD, price info not available. c 1940 Billy Goat Figural Pin Brooch with primitive but effective wide "C" catch marked "Mexico Silver" and a long tailed bird maker's mark that looks like a pheasant. The eye and cheek area of the goat seems human like, as if someone had posed for the silversmith! Tests at least 90%, but could be higher. 2.5" X 1.75" and weighs .4 Oz or 13 grams. In quite nice unpolished preowned condition with the usual lines silver of this age gets...

Traces of Art Nouveau are left on this Arts & Crafts Ring marked Sterling and possibly a "J", with a satin finish green swirl art glass collet set stone. It is a comfortable pinky ring at size 3.75. The art glass cabochon is 14X8mm with the length just shy of 1" long. Very nice wearable condition with the usual lines that silver rings of this age get. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
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A wonderful sterling and turquoise necklace and matching bracelet by Taxco silversmith Fred Davis. His pieces are scarce in general and a matching necklace and bracelet are very rare to find. The design is charming and the stones are all intact. It is in beautiful original condition. The necklace measures 17" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 125 grams. The bracelet measures 7 3/4" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 55 grams...

A massive sterling moderne bracelet designed by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia, Finland. It has a beautiful matte finish that makes it look like an ice sculpture. The links are hinged together and all move. It is a treat to wear. Measuring 6 1/2" around in the inside and 1 1/2" wide, it weighs 111 grams. The push in clasp is secure, the safety chain intact.Fine original condition.It comes in its' original Lapponia metallic silver colored ,fur lined pouch...

Weighty Well made sterling silver bracelet marked: "Sterling Denmark" "N. E. FROM" "925 S" for Neils Erik From of Denmark. Substantial at .9 Oz or 26 Grams and measures 7" X 5/8" in wonderful pre-owned unpolished condition.
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This is from a PENNSYLVANIA Estate. This Signed BEN NIGHTHORSE RING measures 7/8" across at the Shoulders and is 1 3/16" tall. Signed on the inside by the FAMOUS NATIVE AMERICAN GOLD & SILVERSMITH. Ring size is 9 3/4 and can be sized up or down per usual sizing requirements. Add to the Signed JEWELRY Collection

Sold. Taxco Mexico Handsomely Crafted Hinged Neck Collar marked: "Mexico" "950" and "TM-77". It weighs 3.7 Ounce or 107 of 95% Silver and measures 16.75" from end to end on the inside. The tri-lobal part measures 1.75" across and 1/2" wide at the sturdy hinge. Some tiny lines that vintage silver gets, yet is easily buffed. A lot of necklace for the price.
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Magnificent Hector Aguilar Pre-Columbian necklace and bracelet that join together with a third panel of links to form a 30" belt. The necklace is 17" end to end, the bracelet 7 1/2" end to end, and the third panel of links is 5 1/2". The width is 7/8". The necklace and bracelet are both signed with the HA mark, Taxco and 940. It is in excellent original condition and c.1940.The belt weighs 135 grams...

A very delicate and feminine yet dramatic sterling and white enamel necklace by Norwegian designer David Andersen. Long white enamel needle shaped links alternate with round shaped white enamel links. The chain linking them together is sterling with a gold wash. Measuring 17 1/2" end to end and 1 1/2" wide at the "needles", this necklace is in beautiful original condition. There is no damage of any kind to the enamel. Signed for David Andersen as shown in the photo. A very unique DA design fit f...

Absolutely magnificent sterling mask brooch by Margot De Taxco. Spectacular in every way,this rare and unique Aztec design brooch measures an imposing 3 1/2" wide and 2 5/8" long. The side dangles move. There are loop attachments at the top reverse of the pin so may have been part of a large necklace that came apart as it stands alone as a brooch and is all original and unaltered in any way. Beautiful condition, weighs 62 grams and is signed and numbered for Margot De Taxco as shown. Absolutely ...

Reward for mystery maker - see below. Look at the mystery marks book piece. Flock of geese. Modern Scandinavian sterling silver modernist geese bird flock pin brooch seen in at least one book and signed in back with several interesting touchmarks, hallmarks.
1.5 X 2" with the hand wrought look. The back shows decades of dark rich wonderful patina that sterling of this age gets.
Very Nice pre-owned unpolished condition, yet will hand cloth polish for you Free.

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Eye Catching Chatelaine Clips Sweater Guards marked initials in back: Conjoined 'J F in U' inside a circle stamped: "Taxco Sterling" and something else. Wonderful Chased Long Horn Ram with body of a Dragon ending in a forked tail. The background resembles niello. These look chic clipped on to each collar point of a button up shirt! Each firm toothed clip is 1 5/8" X 1" with a 6" chain. Just under an ounce at .8 Oz or 24 Grams. Unpolished condition. SOLD, no price, no info

A Kitty's face only a Mama Cat could love! Naive engraved face Mod Silver Cat marked in back: "Coro Mex Silver". Hector Aguilar made jewelry for Coro from 1943 to 1950, less than 10 years after having worked at Spratling's Taller de las Delicias. Nice haft at .8 Oz or 23 Grams! 3" x 1.5". Heavy cast piece with normal lines that 50 year old silver gets. Except for the malachite stone at tail tip's end, it is in very nice condition.
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Very Well Made Unsigned Designer Sterling Earrings Fleur de Lis, Prince of Wales Feather Motif in the style of Peruzzi, Cini & Parenti, simply marked: "Sterling Pat. Pend". Very nice heft at .6 Ounce or 17 Grams. 1" X 1 3/8" with firm working clips and decades of rich oxidation in multitude of deep crevices. Unpolished, will cloth polish backs for you upon request, but please let's leave the fronts the way they are!
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Stylish Slender Sitting Silver Cat Brooch Pin marked Sterling in back X 2. This little guy is seen in one of the jewelry books. He sits at 2.5" X 1 1/8" and weighs a svelte 6 grams. Very nice pre-owned condition with teenie lines to be expected for vintage silver greatly magnified by the Scanner. SOLD, no price, no info

Democrats at you convention, wear this cute little vintage c 1945 Silver Donkey Pin Brooch marked Sterling Mexico in back. Stands at 1 5/8" X 2 5/8" weighing .3 Ounce 10 Grams. Very Nice preowned partially unpolished condition. SOLD, no price, no info

Proud and Daring Little Rooster, this Mod Stylized Silver Pin marked in back with perhaps an unfinished superimposed "P C" for Pedro Castillo or "C F" and Assay mark. Stands at 2.5" X 2" wide, 6 grams weight. Very Good condition with the stamps' outlines shown in front and has been polished some in the past, yet still age darkened areas in back. SOLD, n o price, no info please.

This beautiful pin was modeled from Hubert Harmon's "Angel Brooch", which was taken from the escutcheon on the doorway of the Casa del Corazon in Taxco.The Harmon brooch is featured on page 107 of the catalog from the exhibit MAESTRO DE PLATA, WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE. This pin is nearly identical to the Harmon brooch with this pin having a smooth onyx face and the Harmon having a carved amethyst face. The Harmon pin is dated c. 1945 and I believe this pin to be the s...

A stunning and powerful sterling and amethyst drop necklace by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. The 7 bezel set cabachon amethyst drops are attached on hinges suspending from the silver " X's" and they move. Upon close examination, the unique triangular shaped clasp is actually another "X" filled in. The design and execution of this piece is superb. It is featured on page 207 of the exhibit catalog MAESTROS DE PLATA , WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE but with obsidian stones...

One of William Spratlings' most recognizable pieces is this Aztec figure pin with a large amethyst. Circa 1940, it is featured on page 39 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill. Measuring 1 1/2" long and 1 1/8" wide, most of the surface of the pieces is the large square cabachon amethyst which measures 1"long and 5/8" wide. It is in beautiful original condition with no chips or cracks in the stone. Signed for Willian Spratling as shown. A great piece.

Color and Translucency of Chalcedony, but alas it is glass! Pendant with 1 1/4 X 1" blue glass cab bezel set in an Art Deco 1.5 X 1.2" frame and marked Sterling in 3 places. This one is SOLD! If you like this you may want to search: 676787 in this www.mimideeartwear.com catalog to view a super delish necklace (& bracelet) with same blue cab!

A superb three dimensional sterling and amethyst hinged cuff by Taxco silversmith Margot De Taxco. A bracelet in constant motion with curling and swirling forms edged in silver beading and 8 teardrop shaped cabachon amethysts budding forth from silver stems. It is exquisite in every way and a Margot piece that I have never seen before. It is 3 3/4" long in the front and 7" around in the inside. Beautiful original condition, warm patina, weighs 105 grams. Signed and numbered for Margot De Taxco.I...

An elegant and sophisticated modern sterling bangle with a large central smokey quartz designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube for Georg Jensen Denmark. Measures 6 1/2" around in the inside. The bracelet is 7/8" wide in the back. It unhooks on one side in the front. The stone measures 1 1/2" by 1 1/2" and is a delightful neutral tone. Beautiful original condition and signed and numbered for Georg Jensen Denmark Torun. Very sleek.

Round Sterling Pin Brooch Pendant with book listed mark: Hecho en Mexico 925 A C E Guadalajara in a triangle over "Sterling" depicting the Maya or Aztec Serpent Feathered Head Pre-Columbian Motif in chased and hammered technique. Around 5 grams and is just under 1.25" across with intact loop for chain and working clasp in as found unpolished condition. SOLD, no price, no info.

Sold, no price, no info. Stamped Signed Initials "SCC" and Sterling, this Modernist or simply Bench Made Studio Ring with a 22 X 28 mm Bezel Set Agate or Jasper Dome Gem that sits ~ 1/4" high in the bezel in Delish Swirls of Golden Amber Brown, Foggy Gray and touch of Paprika hues. For the Power Forefinger presently adjusted to 6.75, but could easily adjust up or down. In Very Nice pre-owned Unpolished condition and weighs .5 Ounce or 16 Grams. Sold, no price, no info.

Magnificent sterling and coral brooch/pendant 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 recognition for his blending of European and Native American design. This brooch/pendant has a blood red ornamented bezel set coral cabachon surrounded by 8 bezel set coral cabachons of uniform size and color. Silver beading is interspersed. Impressive in size, it measures 2 1/4" diameter and weighs 37 grams. It is...

A stunning sterling and turquoise necklace 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.This necklace is comprised of three segments with bezel set irregular shaped turquoise separated by silver beading set in a background of oxidation. Connected to the side panels are chain link that terminate with a simple hook closure. This neck...

Bold, sculptural, industrial design sterling bracelet by Taxco silversmith Antonio Pineda. These links are hinged together with pins and there is movement to this bracelet.The center cut outs let your skin show through. Suitable for a woman or man, this bracelet has a wearable length of 7", is 1 1/16th" wide and weighs 117 grams. The push in clasp is secure, the safety chain intact. It is in beautiful original condition. Signed for Antonio Pineda as shown in the photo. This is a rare and inspire...

Made by and Signed MIMI DEE STERLING Hammered Hand Shaped Hairpins without the use of patterns or jig. Each is 3 3/4" X 1" wide with an Amethyst, Beautiful Rainbow Moonstone and Green Aventurine, all color gems so Loved by the Victorians. Total Wt: .5 Oz or 16 Grams.

Freida Kahlo's Earrings were tame compared to these by Mimi Dee. Art Nouveau Victorian Style Stamped Pieces were 24K Gold Plated per this maker's specs, then designed and assembled by same, by adding AB Sage Color Fire Polished (10mm), Dusty Rose Peach Molded Tulip (11mm) and Vitrail Czech Cut Glass Beads. Each weighs .6 Oz and are suspended on Hand Wrought 14K gf Shepherds Hooks for a total of 5" long X 1 1/2" Wide. Although not signed will be accompanied with Signed Certificate.
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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. The bracelet is 7 1/2" around in the in...

Rare and unusual sterling and emerald bracelet by Salvador Teran. The central panel is adorned with 4 prong set irregular shaped emerald crystals on the top and bottom.The stones are a rich emerald green color that does not come through in the photos. The hinged side panels are open and have a fork shaped middle design. This bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. It is in fine original condition with a rich patina. Secure push in clasp and intact safety chain. Signed for...

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!!

This is a very early and unusual 990 silver and turquoise cuff bracelet by Hector Aguilar. I have never seen this piece before and have not found it pictured in any of the Mexican silver books so believe it to be quite rare. There are 6 bezel set cabachon turquoise stones framed with vertical lines that alternate with a pattern of incised wavy horizontal lines.The stones are beautiful and appear to be all original. They vary in color from a greenish color turquoise to a more blue color. There ar...

This is the Sun and Star Pin/Pendant with Cabachon Amethysts by Antonio Pineda. It is featured on page 178 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. She dates it c. 1945. This is a bold and impressive piece measuring 3" diameter. The central amethyst cabachon is 3/4" diameter and it is surrounded by 10 smaller cabachon amethysts. The stones are all original and in excellent condition with great color. The entire piece is in beautiful condition. There are two old reinforcement repair...

SOLD. Very Well Made Substantial Mexican Choker Necklace marked: "D'Molina" "Mex 925" and the "TM" for Taxco and first initial of Silversmith. Aztec Motif. Heavy at 2.2 Ounces or 63 Grams on a Postal Scale in very good condition. 16.5" long X .5" at widest and 1/8" thick. SOLD, no price, no info please.

This is an amazing looking, bold and beautiful, sterling and azur-malachite bracelet by Taxco silversmith Gerardo Lopez.It is an early piece as it has the eagle mark, but is a mid-century modern design, clean and simple that makes a big statement. This piece pulls open in the front and is hinged in the back. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside and is 1 5/8" wide at the widest point in the front at the square.The azur-malachite is impeccably fused to the silver, much like the work of Enrique ...

SOLD. Search" blister pearl @ www.mimideeartwear.com. Delightful Deco Bracelet with 3 Oval 6 prong Set Highly Multi Color High Nacre Blister Pearls. "S" shape links & Old Clasp all Rhodium Plated. Fancy Engraved Back designs. 7"from clasp to jump ring. Each Blister Pearl is ~12X18 mm.

Finely Filigreed Face Silver Pin simply marked Sterling for the Theater Arts Student. Pin base is a Ruffled Filigree Disc with a Modern Abstract Theatrical Face Bust wearing a hat bearing 6 flowers. Fine Condition at 1.75" across and weighs just under 1/2 ounce or 13 grams. SOLD, no price, no info

One of a Kind Studio Piece. Sterling Ring made by and Signed MIMI DEE. A 40mm etched Carnelian Gem Bead and .925 Silver was used to create this adjustable ring. Top is just short of 2"! Weighs 13 Grams. 05. Sold, yet similar could be custom ordered.

This signed studio metalwork jewelry artist who also paints oils, has made fiber art to wear garments in the past and does not duplicate, has exhibited in various juried art shows, more recently since 1990 to present.
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Sold. Fire Orange Honey Amber color with Flashes of Bright Blue in this 'Dragon's Breath' Antique Jelly Opal Art Glass Ring with Arts Crafts Setting marked Sterling. It is just off round at size 6 with 2 tiny lines on the 10 x 18mm "Jelly Opal" Cab that appear to have been made when art glass was poured into mold. Incredible color changes.
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SOLD, NO PRICE, NO INFO AVAILABLE. Double Link Charm Bracelet with Old Clasp marked "Flint Sterling" on top or neck of the Mustard Seed Silver Bead Cap. 7.25" X 3/8" and in Very Fine condition.
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Sold, no price, no info. This is indeed a decades Old Ornate Engraved Puffy Link Silver Bracelet with Heart Lock Removable Padlock Charm Stamped Marked 925. 7.5" X 3/8" and the Heart Charm is hair over 3/4 X 1/2" SOLD! no price no info

Huge, dramatic sterling mask cuff bracelet by Modernist Frank Rebajes. Pieces by Rebajes in sterling are rare to find and this cuff is truly unique and seldom seen. It measures 2 3/4" wide in the front, tapering to 1 3/4" in the back and is 6" around in the inside with a 1" opening. It weighs 68 grams and is in fine original condition. Heavy patina which I think looks terrific, but surely could be cleaned by the next owner. Signed Rebajes Sterling. An important piece by one of the foremost studi...

Modernist Fish Skeleton Pendant w Dangling Head Marked: "Sterling Mexico" "CV" for Carsi of Taxco and #200, one of his assay numbers. Hangs 3.5" X 1.5 wide and weighs 1/2 Ounce of 925 Silver. Very good condition with the few usual soft lines old sterling gets. SOLD, no price, no info

Thank you for your testimonial. Delightful for doll collectors. Vintage sterling silver dancing fabric yarn figures of a rag doll scarecrow man and a lady. Nenette? Pair of figural pins marked "Sterling" on the belly of her long skirt and an illegible mark on his right calf.
Trifari and Coro made a similar pair. Each is 1" tall, his width is 1.25" and she is a hair under 1". 12 Grams total weight; cast not a stamping and in good vintage condition with decades of old unpolished darken...

An outstanding and rare mid-century sterling, copper and carved amethyst frogs bracelet by female Mexican silversmith Carmen Beckmann. Her work is unique and highly skilled. This 6 panel sterling bracelet alternates applied copper designs and prong held carved amethyst quartz frogs.A fabulous combination of color, texture, materials and subjects. It measures 6 1/2" end to end, is 1 1/4" wide and has a pin closure and safety chain. It weighs 60 grams and is in fine original condition. Signed Beck...

A rare and exquisite pair of sterling, amethyst and pearl bracelets by Mexican silversmith Carmen Beckmann. Beckmann had a shop in San Miguel deAllende and was active in the 1960's and 1970's. The composition of these bracelets is sophisticated and the work of a highly skilled artist. The rectangles with amethyst and pearl are strung on 2 rows of silver chain alternating between silver circle slides. The pieces all move and end with an invisible push in clasp. The bracelets measure 8" end to end...

Beautiful vintage Tiffany & Co. 2" wide sterling cuff with a subtle diagonal pattern. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/8" opening. Fine original condition, it weighs 53 grams.Signed Tiffany & co. 925 Italy. A classic beauty, perfect for any woman.

SOLD. Similar to book piece. 1890 Maker's Mark "M" or "W" Jewel Encrusted neo Renaissance Archaeological Revival Austro Hungarian Necklace Pendant gold wash gilt on silver, Rubies, Green Beryls, FW Pearls, Chrysoprase, 53 gems for a weight of 2.8 oz or 81 Grams! Is the "W" for Weise? Intricate openwork as if made for royalty w an ancient look and as if found in a pirate's treasure casket. 24" of chain made up of 9 ivory white 5X8mm pearls held in place w a bezel and a floral rivet, 12 6mm...

c 1900 Delightful Airy Very Ornate Hand Work on this Festoon with 4 Dark Rich Amber Cabochons bezel set, then surrounded with rope design and granulation. Marked Sterling in back.

Sold. Horse Equestrian Lovers Figural Collectors! Reverse Painted Brown Horses on Crystals on Mother of Pearl and bezel set in and marked Sterling. 3 of those, horseshoe and bit links to measure 6.75" inside X 5/8" at widest ending in a secure clasp. Very Nice. B5305
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Danecraft Calla Lily Design marked "Sterling Pat'd 121373" long before the practice of rhodium plating and with old ribbed clip clasp. Each of 4 stations or links is marked "Sterling". 7" inside X 15/16" wide and .7 oz or 21 Grams in weight. SOLD, no price, no info.

Sold. Flowing Foliate Calla Lily Graceful Swirls Pin marked "Danecraft Sterling" with "R" in a circle. 2 5/8" X 1 7/8", weighs .7 oz or 20 Grams, and in very nice condition with just the right amount of rich darkening in crevices. True silver color, please try to ignore the scanner's yellowing flash.
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Late Arts early Deco Double Sided Mother of Pearl Backed Butterfly Wing and real tiny Moth on reverse Pendant with 20" Original Chain and Old Clasp, both marked sterling. Insects and dried flowers are encased in glass bubble or crystal with MOP between them. 04. Sold, no price, no info