I believe lovers of Margot de Taxco's jewelry will easily recognize the links in this necklace as being from among the Grande Dame's more romantic repousse creations. Yet the way they have been combined in this necklace and set with older hand-painted blue glass stones (late Victorian or Edwardian, I believe) is quite unusual. Margot is known to have created unique pieces by incorporating older or "exotic" elements in otherwise known designs and I think we are dealing with such a case here...

A retailer in Cuernavaca, according to Bille Hougart, Doris probably commissioned work from several maestros yet jewelry bearing their signature does not surface very often. But when it does, it is usually spectacular - like the cuff presented here. Co-signed "Corpus Artisans", its repousse is immaculately executed; dramatic, perfectly finished and beautifully oxidized...

The second Margot de Taxco zodiac piece currently in my inventory, this Libra pendant has all the qualities of her astrological series; visual interest, sculpturality and a design so successful that it immediately relates to the sign it represents. I have paired it with a hand-wrought Mexican chain of the same period so you can wear it as a necklace or alternatively, enjoy it as a charm with your vintage charm bracelet...

Margot de Taxco's zodiac charms are among collectors' favorites yet to find a complete charm bracelet, with both components bearing her signature is much more difficult than getting the charm alone. I am therefore thrilled to offer this hefty Aquarius example here. Just take a look at the gorgeous, generous sterling links - they provide the perfect accompaniment to show off the voluptuousness of the astrological sign's figural representation. And let me mention that the patina is to die for...

Of unusual form, possibly one of a kind, this necklace is comprised of silver and green stone beads (the round beads appear to be aventurine, the others are a mottled dark green/blue color) with a loop clasp. The large silver pendant is Pre-Columbian in design, depicting a jaguar figure with double snake headed tails. The four feet of the figure form loops, and there is also a large loop which attaches the pendant to the necklace...

From a private collection in Massachusetts and purchased by the original owner at The Thunderbird Shop,comes this magnificent sterling, turquoise and red coral necklace by Frank Patania Sr., c.1950. Between 2 rows of sterling beads strung on chain are 23 saw tooth bezel set round turquoise and 23 saw tooth bezel set graduated coral pendants suspended from the bottom of the second row of sterling beads. The necklace measures 14 1/2"end to end but an extender could be added if needed...

Vintage sterling silver and leather bolo tie designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Antonio Pineda. Original braided black leather tie measures 41" long. Sterling silver carved arrow head slide is 2" X 1 1/2". Hunting figure is carved out in the center adding visual dimension. Silver arrow heads finish the piece at the braid tips. Fully signed on the back with Antonio's trade crown hallmark, ANTONIO, TAXCO, 970, eagle, MOTA, TASCO...

A striking 5 strand sterling bracelet with chiseled design terminals by Navajo silversmith Johnny Mike Begay who worked at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, AZ. and also worked on his own. The cuff measures 5 1/8" around in the inside plus a 1 1/4" gap. It is 1 5/8" wide in the front and tapers to 1" at the terminals. Fine original condition and signed as shown.

Large sculptural sterling silver belt buckle designed and signed circa 1960 by Taxco, Mexico silver Maestro designer Antonio Pineda. This 2 piece buckle measures 5 1/2" across X 2 1/2". The detailed design depicts a hunting scene with applied raised hunter and an animal figures. 145 grams, 5.01 oz. Beautiful vintage condition with no dents, dings or repairs. The two pieces will accommadate a 1 1/2" strap. Fully hallmarked for Antonio on the reverse.

One of the few females of Taxco - at least, one of the few whose name we actually know - Erika Hult de Corral 's creations can be impressive, exhibiting genuine creativity and a certain sense of comfort within the realm of modernist design. I particularly like her "moonscape" pieces, partly because I first learned about her years ago when I happened upon such a necklace and earrings set by her...

A George III gilt brass and intaglio glass seal fob circa 1780-1800. This 1-3/16" high desk writing accessory features an inset intaglio carved carnelian glass portrait of the English King George III of England. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than the expected dirt and manufacturing irregularities seen in hand made items of this age, and the loss of most of the gilding of which some traces remain...

A trained painter and sculptor, Enrique Ledesma became one of the foremost modernist designers in Mexico's 20th c. Silver Renaissance. Many of his pieces were sold through Plateria Cortes and the brooch presented here is just such an example. Generous in size, it combines oxidation and overlay with deep chasing on heavy gauge silver sheet and epitomizes Ledesma's sense of fluidity and abstraction in the best possible way...

Strong, impressive sterling silver and carved obsidian pendant suspended from heavy original sterling silver chain designed and signed circa 1950 by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). Pendant measures 3" long X 2" wide is in beautiful condition. The volcanic obsidian stone magically reflects it's deep colors and grain as it moves. Pendant signed on the back script WS 925. This hallmark was used after Spratling's Alaskan period for only a year...

A striking sterling and center turquoise belt buckle by Navajo silversmith Johnny Mike Begay who worked at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, AZ. and also worked on his own. This beautiful piece measures 3 3/4" by 2 4/8" and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. Weighing 80 grams, it is suitable for a man or women. Signed as shown.

A superb, handmade, sterling bracelet featuring 4 rows of circular links with hanging tubes that all move by Mexican silversmith Teresa Camino. Her work was represented in the William Spratling Maestro De Plata exhibit and can be found on page 65 of the exhibit catalogue. She was the winner of numerous awards in Mexico and the U.S. before her death in 2003. Her work is still being produced by Albino Guitierrez, her long time silversmith and collaborator. However, this bracelet was made by Teres...

Great modernist design in this sterling and turquoise ring by Navajo Johnny Mike Begay during his time working at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, AZ. It is a size 7 and the face of the ring measures 1 1/8" long and 1" wide at the bottom. It is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the terrific stone. Signed as shown.

Bold and precise pattern on this silver overlay cuff by Hopi silversmith Manuel Hoyungowa who learned from Preston Monongye. The cuff measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus a 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 1/2" wide and weighs 75 grams. Fine original condition and hallmarked as shown.

Monumental 9 strand sterling bracelet by Navajo silversmith George Kee during his time at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside plus a 1 1/8 "opening. It is 2 3/4" wide in the front and tapers to 1" at the terminals. Fine original condition. Weighs 89 grams and is signed as shown. Make a statement with this bold and beautiful piece.