Jewelry from TANE, Mexico City is always of the finest quality. The company expanded rapidly in the 1960’s and 1970’s with technical assistance from Tiffany’s. More information about Tane can be found in  Mexican Silver, 20th Century Handwrought Jewelry & Metalwork by Penny Chittim Morrill and Carole A. Berk.

Soledad Garcia is one of the most recognized Mexican jewelry designers of the 21st century.

An elegant woven sterling silver necklace with gold clasp by Soledad Garcia for Tane, Mexico; circumference is about 15", pendant is about  pendent 3/1/8" long; clasp is marked: "TANE, ME-32, MEX, .925, SoGa;" fine condition.

 $650.00 (item #SMX011)

When you own a piece by Hector Aguilar, you have a treasure. Mexican silver by Aguilar is always of the finest construction, materials, and design.  Aguilar's silver designs borrow heavily from pre-Columbian motifs--his style was bold, dramatic, and beautiful in it's simplicity.

Aguilar began his career as manager of William Spratling's Taller de Las Delicias in Taxco. In 1939, he left Spratling and established his own workshop, the Taller Borda which he ran until 1966. Aguilar died on September 19, 1985, the day of the earthquake that nearly destroyed Mexico City. 

His work has been featured in numerous books and in exhibits throughout the United States.  Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  His work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

Hector Aguilar circle swirls belt, c.1940s; 20 handwrought sterling swirls on a black, suede belt; length is approximately 31" (will adjust to a smaller size and to at least 1" longer) and width is about 3/4"; each circle is about 1-1/4" diameter;  buckle is about 1" square when closed and is marked: "TALLER BORDA, 940 HA, TAXCO MEXICO," and an eagle mark with number "9"; great patina; fine condition.

A version of this belt with ten slightly larger circle swirls is pictured in the catalog, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance, page 54.

SOLD (item #MVX003)

A photograph of this belt can be seen in Silver Master's of Mexico, by Penny Morrill, page 108.

SOLD  (item #MVX005)

Two charming, vintage, 940 silver, hand hammered salts with original spoons by Hector Aguilar, c. 1940s; each salt is about 1-3/16" high x 1-3/4" diameter; each spoon is about 2-1/4" long; salts are each marked: "HA, TAXCO, 940," and each spoon is marked: "HA;" one of the salts is a bit out of round and one of the spoons is slightly bent, but these are easy fixes and only add to the charm of this incredible handmade vintage set.

SOLD (item #SMX001)

Modern Mexican sterling cuff with amethysts after a design by Hector Aguilar, this one possibly made by Mexican contemporary silversmith Belen-Nilson; about 1-1/4" wide; inside diameter of the oval shape approximately 2-3/4" (side to side) and 2" (across); illegible hallmarks, though I can make out "925;" fine condition; pin closure.

$550.00 (item #AAM001)

Substantial sterling ring by Hector Aguilar; I can't decide whether this is an intentional design, or made from one of his spoons; ring is about size 8-1/2; band is 1" wide at the front; marked: "HA (conjoined), 940, TAXCO; fine condition.

$285.00 (item #HPX071)

A fabulous, sterling hand-wrought, panel bracelet by Hector Aguilar, c. 1939-40; slightly over 8" long x 1" wide; weighs about 3.8 ounces; marked with early conjoined "HA" mark, "TAXCO, 940;" beautiful, lustrous patina; fine condition.

$950.00 (item #AAX007)

A handmade sterling cuff in the style of Hector Aguilar; this piece was commissioned by a collector from a silversmith who designed it after an early cuff by Aguilar; this would be excellent for a man to wear; cuff is about 1-1/2" wide with an inside diameter of approximately 2-3/4" with a 1-1/8" opening; no marks; fine condition.

$850.00 (item #AAX001)

Early Hector Aguilar sterling pin with pre-Columbian design, c. 1940s; about 3-3/4" x 1-1/4"; marked "HA (in circle), MADE IN MEXICO, STERLING;" fine condition.

$350.00 (item #X761)

Great looking Hector Aguilar sterling and onyx bracelet; probably c.1950s; about 7-1/2" long x 5/8" wide; marked: "940, HA, TAXCO, MEXICO, TALLER BORDA" and eagle stamp with number "9"; great patina, fine condition.

$950.00 (item #X730)

Hector Aguilar signed Campeche chair;  great condition.

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This bracelet is pictured in Silver Masters of Mexico by Penny Morrill on page 135.

SOLD (item #CJX035)

Early Hector Aguilar 940 Sterling pin, c. 1940s; approximately 3" x 1/2"; incredible patina and surface; marked: "TAXCO, 940," and "HA" within a circle; older style C catch; because it does not stay well when closed we will include a stick pin catch for security, otherwise fine condition.

$375.00 (item #X706)

Hector Aguilar hand-wrought copper bowl with brass trim; about 11-1/8" diameter x 2-5/8" high; marked with conjoined "HA, MADE IN MEXICO, TAXCO;" copper is oxidized in the interior of the bowl and it is a bit "out of round;" otherwise good condition.

$1,430.00 (item #X7344

Huge hammered copper scalloped bowl by Hector Aguilar; about 15-1/2" diameter x 5-1/4" high (at the highest point--middle of the scallop); wonderful old patina; one place where the edging has come loose and the bowl is slightly out-of-round; marked with conjoined "HA, TAXCO, MEXICO."

$1,450.00 (item #X640)

Hector Aguilar copper and brass star light fixture, c. 1940s; approximately 16" long from base plate; great original, unpolished patina; fine condition.

$3,585.00 (item #X781)

A wonderful set of what I believe are salt spoons by Hector Aguilar, probably c. 1950s-60s; each one is about 4" long; marked: "TALLER BORDA, TAXCO, 940," Aguilar "HA" stamp and eagle stamp with number "9;" great patina and condition.

$425.00 (item #X768)

Large sterling-handled meat fork by Hector Aguilar, probably c. 1950s; handle appears to be stainless steel; about  11-3/4" overall; marked" "940, HA (in circle), TAXCO;" very substantial piece, light surface wear, good patina, fine condition.

 $675.00 (item #X719)

Beautiful, large and heavy sterling candle snuffer by Hector Aguilar, c. 1950s; about 12-3/4" long; marked: "STERLING, HA (in circle), TAXC0," and eagle mark with number "9"; great patina, some light surface wear, otherwise fine condition. fCJX036

 SOLD (item #X720)

Early sterling silver long spoon by Hector Aguilar (most likely c. 1940s), great patina; about 10-1/8" long; bowl is approximately 1-3/8" diameter and 1/2" deep; marked "940, TAXCO, HA;" some surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$575.00  (item #X721)

Hector Aguilar long knife with sterling and wood handle, probably c. 1940s; blade appears to be steel; about 15-3/8" long (total length); handle is approximately 5" long x 1" wide x slightly over 12" thick; blade is marked: "MADE IN MEXICO, TAXCO, and HA (in circle); blade has some surface rust and discoloration, otherwise fine condition.

 $795.00 (item #X722)

Hector Aguilar sterling frog buttons; c. 1940s; each is about 1-1/4" diameter; one is marked: "HA (conjoined in a circle), 940" and "TAXCO" (partially under the button bale; nice patina; fine condition.

SOLD (item #CJX036)

Beautiful Hector Aguilar 940 sterling leaf bowl, c. 1940s; approximately 4-1/4" x 4-3/8" x 1" high; marked with Hector Aguilar conjoined HA stamp, "TAXCO, 940;" nice patina, one tiny indentation in the bowl, and light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

SOLD  (item #X718)

Maya, Mexico, jewelry  was made in silver, copper, and brass or combinations of the same with stones, enamels, and paints. Most pieces found, today were made in the 1940s and 1950s.  Please see a review of a new book on Maya Jewelry, Maya Mexico Jewelry, an Informational Guide by Sandy Hargrove at http://modernsilver.com/bookreviews.html

This is a show-stopper when it's worn; fabulous, long, pendant necklace by Maya, Mexico, copper base with brass filigree and ceramic beads; pendant is about 7-1/4" long; chain is about 26" overall; pendant is marked: 'MEXICO, MEXICO;" fine condition; though not marked for Maya, I guarantee this piece's authenticity; it is pictured in the book, Maya Mexico Jewelry by Sandy Hargrove on page 53.

see http://www.modernsilver.com/bookreviews.html

SOLD  (item #SMX066)

A fun, wearable set by Maya, Mexico; copper and brass hinged bracelet and drop earrings;  each with protruding cylinders of green stone; earrings are each 2" long earrings, bracelet is about 2" wide with  inside diameter of about 2-1/2"; bracelet has pin-type closure but does not come all the way out so it is easy to open and close; earrings are screwbacks; bracelet is marked: "MAYA, MEXICO," earrings are marked the same, but the "MAYA" is partially obscured; all pieces are in fine condition.

$275.00 (set) (item #SMX012)

Maya of Mexico copper and brass earrings with wonderful pre-Columbian faces, c. 1940s-50s; approximately 3/4" wide x 1" long (including pendants); marked: "MAYA, MEXICO;" fine condition with good patina.

$150.00 (item #SMX015)

Antonio Castillo and his brothers, Jorge (Chato), Miguel, and Justo were trained at the Spratling workshop, Las Delicias in the 1930s.  In 1939, they left to form their own company, Los Castillo.  Throughout the years, they produced handcrafted jewelry in many different techniques including repoussé, mixed and married metals, and inlay, often employing more than 100 artisans. Jewelry and hollowware by Los Castillo is desired by collectors for its beautiful handcrafted surfaces, superb quality, and innovative designs.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  Work from Los Castillo was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance. (You can order Mexican Silver or Silver Masters of Mexico from MODERN SILVER magazine books)

Beautiful, sterling bracelet by Los Castillo with bubbly blue, teardrop-shaped resin "stones;" a fabulous design that lays well on the wrist; about 7" around; marked: "LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, STERLING, MADE IN MEXICO;" and what appears to be "456;" hinge on the clasp is loose, but could be easily repaired and does work as is; otherwise fine condition with great patina.

$1,360.00 (item #KZX028)

Exquisite Los Castillo sterling bird pin with inlaid stone matrix of what appears to be malachite and azurite; stone eye may be lapis, but I am not certain; pin is about 1-3/4" x 1-3/8"; marked: "LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, HECHO EN MEXICO," and eagle mark with #!; fine condition.

$385.00 item #HPX063)

This is one of the nicest pieces I've seen done in this style by Los Castillo, Taxco--a beautifully hammered, silver plated pitcher with a whimsical, plumed brass bird with stone eyes and inlaid malachite and azurmalachite feathers that "layer" down the handle; a lovely height at  6/1/4" with about 12" around the middle; overall fine condition with no dents; stone inlay is a little dry, but appears to be all intact; marked on the bottom: "LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, MADE IN MEXICO, PLATERDO, 209."

SOLD (item #SMX013)

An exceptionally beautiful box by Los Castillo; box is made from sterling silver and copper with rosewood interior; top is inlaid with malachite, mother-of-pearl and terracotta-colored small tiles; box weighs about 1 pound 3 ounces and is about 4-5/8" x 3-5/8" x 1-3/8" tall; fine condition with nice patina; marked on the bottom: "HANDWROUGHT, LOS CASTILLO, MEXICO."

$725.00 (item #CJX021)

Originally, I thought these were Zuni earrings, but the mark looks Mexican to me and very much like an early Los Castillo hallmark so I'm including them here; beautiful, flush cluster sterling and turquoise screwback earrings; about  1-1/4" x 7/8" marked with an illegible mark and "STERLING;" some wear, a slight crack in one stone, otherwise fine condition.

$150.00  (item #HG023)

$650.00 (item #X726)

Great Los Castillo necklace in sterling silver and gold-washed silver with white quartz beads and carved or etched quartz pendant with pre-Columbian design; 20" chain, pendant is about 2" long; clasp is marked: "STERLING, LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO;" some loss to the gold wash, otherwise fine condition.

$625.00 (item #X584)

Circular married metals pin with entwined dancers by Los Castillo; copper, brass, and silver; about 1-7/8" diameter; marked: "LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, HECHO EN MEXICO, 109" and eagle mark with illegible number; light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

SOLD (item #X507)

Fred Davis (1880-1961) was an American who moved to Mexico in 1910.  Because of his interest in the jewelry worn by Mexican woman, he began to create designs based on this aesthetic, which included pre-Columbian motifs.  Many of the pieces marked "FD" include amethysts and carved stones with silver. His work is highly collectible for both its age, quality, and beauty.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  His work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

Fred Davis handwrought miniature sterling box; approximately 1" x 3/4" x 1/2" high; marked with "FD (conjoined), 925;" top sits ever so slightly to one side; otherwise appears to be in original condition.

$225.00 (item #X779)

Rare handmade sterling, hinged bracelet by Fred Davis, ca. 1930s; beautiful cylindrical design; slightly over 7" long x 1-1/4" wide; marked with conjoined "FD ,SILVER, MEXICO;"  a few tiny indentations, otherwise fine condition.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  His work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance. (You can order Mexican Silver or Silver Masters of Mexico from MODERN SILVER magazine books)

HUBERT HARMON STERLING AND AMETHYST CABOCHON BRACELET

Hubert Harmon sterling and amethyst bracelet; approximately 7-3/4" long; marked with maker's mark of two winged bare feet and: "STERLING, HUBERT HARMON MADE IN MEXICO;" a little nick in the silver bezel surrounding one of the amethysts, otherwise fine condition.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  Her work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

Very pretty sterling necklace and earrings set with turquoise-blue enamel; necklace is about 18" around; chain section is about 3/16" wide; pendants are each approximately 1" long; screwback earrings are each about 1-3/8" long; necklace is marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, HECHO EN MEXICO, STERLING," eagle mark with number 16, and "5701;" a few tiny chips to the enamel, mostly visible under magnification, one of the navette-shaped indentations on one earring is missing it's enamel, but pieces are in mostly good condition.

SOLD (item #KZX020)

Lovely, intricate, oriental motif, sterling bracelet by Margot de Taxco; about 7-1/2" long x 1-1/4" wide; marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, 5464, STERLING, MADE IN MEXICO," and eagle mark with #16; fine condition with safety chain intact.

$550.00 (item #KZC001)

Margot de Taxco; sterling silver and soft brown, basse-taille enamel necklace and earrings set; necklace is about 14-3/4" long x 5/8" wide; marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, MADE IN MEXICO, STERLING, 5633," and eagle mark with #16; fine condition; enamel has no chips or cracks; this is beautiful set!

$695.00 (item #KZX023)

A truly classic set by Margot de Taxco; Roman numerals necklace and AM/PM earrings; c. 1955; necklace is about 15-1/2" (total length) and each link is about 3/4" long; screwback earrings are each about 1-1/8" x 5/8"; all pieces are in fine condition with excellent patina; marked: "MADE IN MEXICO, STERLING (around eagle mark "16"), MARGOT DE TAXCO, 5201.

An elegant Margot de Taxco sterling necklace and bracelet set; c. late 1940s, very early 1950s; necklace measures 16" long with 3/4" wide links; bracelet is  8"long with 1-1/2" wide links; each piece is marked: "MADE IN MEXICO, STERLING (around eagle #13), MARGOT DE TAXCO, 5240; excellent patina, fine condition.

SOLD (item #BLX002)

There are no proper words to describe the beauty of this 1950s design by Margot de Taxco; rich, elegant, ocean-green enamels  shimmer with tiny spots of yellow-green, orange, turquoise, and deep blue, and the construction of this set, alone, is magnificent; necklace is about 15" around with a 3-1/4" long center fish; bracelet is about 7" long x 1-1/2" wide; earrings are approximately 1-3/4" x 1/2"; necklace is marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, 5644" (other marks are illegible), bracelet is marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, 5644, MADE IN MEXICO, STERLING," and eagle mark with #16; earrings are not marked; the set is in fine condition with only a minute bit of enamel loss on the top of the wave coming from the fish on the center of the necklace.

$4,500.00 for the set (item #BLX003)

This set was a part of the traveling exhibition, Maestros de Plata, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance, and is pictured (in blue) on page 48 of the catalog for that exhibit.  It is pictured in green in Margot Van Voorhies, The Art of Mexican Enamelwork by Penny Morrill on page 61. It is also pictured on the cover of that book (in blue).

MARGOT DE TAXCO STERLING BRACELET

Early Margot de Taxco sterling bracelet--one of her most beautiful designs; c. 1940s; approximately 7-3/4" long x  1-1/2" wide; marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, STERLING," and "MADE IN MEXICO" in a circle with an older style eagle mark with number "16," and design number "5240;" nice patina; catch is well designed so it almost disappears into the design; fine condition.

A beautiful pair of sterling and enamel earrings by Margot de Taxco; screwbacks; approximately 1-1/4" x 7/8"; marked: "MARGOT DE TAXCO, 538?, STERLING, MADE IN MEXICO, " and eagle stamp with number "16"; a couple of tiny, minor chips to the enamel surface that can only be seen with a 10X loupe, otherwise fine condition.

Antonio Pineda  (1919-2009) was born in Taxco, where his family had lived for generations. His artistry will go down in history as one of the very best from Mexico's metalsmiths.  His warm and unforgettable personality and his brilliance live on through the beautiful pieces he created.  

Though his earliest work includes natural subjects and traditional early Mexican designs, his later work, beginning in the 1950s is done in a highly modernist tradition with great ingenuity and quality. His work is some of the most desirable of all that was done in Taxco during his lifetime.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  His work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

See also: http://www.modernsilver.com/antoniopinedamemorial.htm
http://www.modernsilver.com/antoniointerview.html
http://www.modernsilver.com/Antoniointaxco.htm

A great pair of modernist, sterling cufflinks, each is about 1-1/8" x 3/4"; marked with the Antonio crown stamp, eagle stamp with number #58, and what appears to be "LOS CASTILLO, 925," and other illegible marks; good patina, fine condition.

$350.00 (item #SMX068)

SOLD (item #ME001)

Beautiful vintage 970 sterling screwback earrings with pearls by Antonio Pineda; 2-1/2" long; marked: "MEXICO, 970," and Antonio crown stamp; very light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$660.00 (item #AB-X853)

Vintage 970 sterling bracelet by Antonio Pineda; this is a classic Pineda design; heavy and chunky; approximately 7" long by 1" wide by 3/16" thick; marked: "MEXICO, 970, ZZ," and Antonio crown stamp; very light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

An extremely beautiful and comprehensive collection of the work of Antonio Pineda was on display in the exhibit, Silver Seduction, the Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda at the Fowler Museum UCLA through March 15, 2009. See MODERN SILVER magazine's review of that exhibit by Sheila Pamfiloff, at  www.modernsilver.com/silver_seduction.htm

$1,950.00 (item #X762)

Rare and early Antonio Pineda 970 sterling bracelet; approximately 7" long by 1/2" wide by 3/8"deep; marked: "SILVER HECHO EN MEXICO, ZZ, 703, 970," Antonio crown stamp, and eagle with #17; light surface wear, catch is a little difficult to use (may need slight repair), otherwise fine condition.

$2,500.00 (item #X765)

Extremely rare, magnificent Antonio Pineda sterling and amethyst necklace and earrings set; necklace is approximately 14-1/4" long overall; beautiful, teardrop-shaped graduated amethyst drops extend down about 2"; earrings are each approximately 1-3/8" long x 1-3/4" wide; necklace is marked with Antonio crown stamp, eagle stamp with "17", "SILVER, 970, HECHO EN MEXICO;" one earring is marked with the Antonio crown stamp and the other with an eagle stamp with "17;" the bezels holding four of the larger amethysts (on the necklace) do not come together completely at the bottom (see larger photograph), but seem stable, otherwise the set is in very fine condition with a lovely, soft patina.

$10,700.00 (item #X770)

Antonio Pineda sterling link bracelet; approximately 1-1/8" wide x 7-1/8" long; marked with Antonio crown stamp, eagle stamp with what looks like #2, "TAXCO, MEXICO, C.M., 970;" light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

Gorgeous modernist sterling and moonstone earrings by Antonio Pineda; each is approximately 1-1/8" x 3/4"; clips; marked with Antonio crown stamp, "STERLING, MEXICO, 970, SILVER" and eagle stamp with number 17; fine condition.

$495.00 (item #X714)

Classic Antonio Pineda design 970 sterling bracelet; ca. 1950's-60's; approximately 7-1/4" long x 1/2 wide x 1/4" deep; marked: "HECHO EN MEXICO," Antonio crown stamp, eagle mark with "17, 970;" nice patina, fine condition.

$1,400.00 (item #X610)

Sigi Pineda, (b. 1929) "developed his own style in the early 1950's, approaching a more international flavor to his work than his contemporaries and predecessors who were exploring symbolic Mexican themes. Sigi's version of organic modernism was inspirational in developing and establishing a new design sensibility in Taxco, Mexican modernism, adding to the established Mexican art vocabulary."  From Sigi Pineda, Looking to the Future, by Sheila Pamfiloff and Javier (Javi) Oliveres.

His work is highly collectible for it's quality and unique, recognizable designs.  It is featured in both Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill and Silver Masters of Mexico by Penny Morrill.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

Exceptional mid 20th century sterling and obsidian pin by Mexican master, Sigi Pineda; about 2-1/2" x 1-3/4"; marked: "Sigi, TASCO, STERLING, HECHO EN MEXICO, 220," and eagle mark with number "3"; a little roughness to the silver on the "points" of the shape and a little on one edge, otherwise fine condition.

$225.00 (item #X831)  

Sigi Pineda mixed metals and inlaid stone plaque (most likely alpaca and copper); about 19-3/4" x 8"; inlaid signature: "Sigi;" alpaca has some pitting and tarnish, slight oxidation to the copper and there is some roughness on the edges; what appears to be a lacquered coating has pealed just slightly on one corner; otherwise good condition--a wonderful work of art by Sigi Pineda

$1,575.00 (item #X755)

Biomorphic sterling pin by Sigi Pineda, c. 1950s; about 2-1/2" x 1"; marked: "Sigi, TAXCO, STERLING, HECHO EN MEXICO" and eagle with #36, also design number, probably "24"; light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

SOLD (item #X707)

It is rare to find original pieces by Matilde Poulat who introduced her company, Matl, in Taxco in 1934.  She was a trained artist who studied at the San Carlos Academy of Art in Mexico City. Her work in silver reflected a Mexican aesthetic that favored "the art of the Pre-Conquest Indians and of the Mexican pueblos." She participated in an exhibition of Latin American silver at the Pan American Union in Washington D.C. in 1941. When Matilde Poulat died, her nephew continued production jewelry in the Matl style, but signed the jewelry "Matl Salas."

Her early work in repoussè and semi-precious stones is highly desirable and collectible.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  Her work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

Beautiful, early, sterling pin by Matilde Poulat, c.1940s, early 1950s, with turquoise and amethysts; about 2" x 2", marked: "Matl, Mexico, 925, patente, 10670;" one of the amethyst bezels is a bit crude and there may be a replaced pin stem, but there are no missing stones and the piece has a lovely patina.

$675.00  (item #HPX064)

Beautiful, vintage Matl Salas pin with coral and turquoise cabochons, c. 1950s; about 1-3/4" wide; inscribed: "Matl Salas (in script), Mexico;" fine, original condition with good patina; these early pieces are always slightly crude--stones, or beads may have flaws, but it is part of the charm.

 $250.00 (item #SMX014)

Matilde Eugenia Poulat introduced "Matl" in 1934, and since her death in 1960, her designs and techniques have been carried on by her nephew, Ricardo Salas. For Sr. Salas, who can recite poetry in the language of the Aztecs, the mark, "Matl," has greater meaning in its reference to the Nahuatl or Aztec word for water, "atl." (from Mexican Silver, by Penny Chittim Morrill and Carole A. Berk).

SOLD (item #HPX052)

Matilde Poulat  amethyst and turquoise earrings, c. 1950s-60s; about 2-1/8" long x 1-1/8" wide at bottom; marked with illegible script and etched signature:"Matl, 925," and her eagle mark, "129," (only the 9 is legible), the screwbacks are stamped "ALPACA;" varying sizes of turquoise, one small chip on one of the amethyst, some wear, otherwise fine condition.

SOLD (item #HPM035)

His work is highly collectible and quite rare.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  Her work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

SALVADOR TERAN STERLING CHOKER

Salvador Vaca Teran sterling choker with bold, abstract design, C. 1950s; about 15-1/2" around; front section is about 1-1/4" wide (at the widest section); marked in script: "Salvador," and "STERLING, MEXICO," and "115;" some light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

Elegant Salvador Teran sterling necklace; approximately 5-5/8 x 4-1/2"; marked: "Salvador, STERLING, MEXICO;" with eagle mark 36, 1, 161; nice patina; slight surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$665.00 (item #AB-X853)

Brass lidded box with stone tile mosaic by Salvador Teran, c. 1950s; about 4-3/8" high x 3-1/16" wide x 2-3/8" deep; brown tiles with golden flecks; interior and bottom are reddish brown (glaze or paint); marked: "Salvador, HANDWROUGHT, HECHO EN MEXICO, 424;" fine condition.

$725.00(item #X745)

A great early pair of sterling earrings by Mexican master Salvador Vaca Teran; each is approximately 1-1/2" long x 3/4" wide; screwbacks; one is marked: "Salvador (in script), SILVER, MEXICO," and the other is marked: "SILVER MEXICO, STERLING MEXICO;" fine condition with good patina.

$225.00 (item #X571)

Brass lidded box with stone tile mosaic by Salvador Teran, c. 1950s; about 4-3/8" high x 3-1/16" wide x 2-1/4" deep; soft blue-green stone; interior and bottom is lavender (glaze or paint); marked: "Salvador, HANDWROUGHT, HECHO EN MEXICO, 424;" fine condition.

$725.00 (item #X641)

Copper tray with stone tile mosaic by Salvador Teran, c. 1950s; beautiful deep reddish-brown patina; about 12-1/2" long x 6" wide; tiles are in fine condition; tray has a crack through the metal on one end (see larger photograph on html page); marked: "HANDWROUGHT, HECHO EN MEXICO, Salvador, 425."

$225.00 (item #X642)

William Spratling (1900-1967) has been called by many 'a Renaissance Man.' Throughout Mexico he is acknowledged as "The Father of Mexican Silver." Certainly the town of Taxco and its economy would be vastly different without the initiative and creativity of this man. He complemented its valuable historic past with a new vitality and spirit which recognized the importance of the indigenous culture. The artistic and economic foundation he established continues to flourish today."  (This is taken from a biography of William Spratling by Phyllis Goddard.  Please see the whole biography at http://www.spratlingsilver.com/spratling.htm)

Also read:  http://www.modernsilver.com/Williamspratlinghallmarks.htm

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  His work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

A rare pair of sterling hand earrings with azure-malachite by William Spratling, c. 1955; screwbacks; each is about 1-1/8" x 1-1/8"; fine condition with good patina; only marks are an eagle mark on each earring with Spratling's number "30."

These earrings are pictured in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, pg. 78.

$295.00 (item #KZX026)

William Spratling sterling bracelet, often called "the pillow bracelet," c. early 1940s; about 8" long x 7/8" wide; marked with Spratling's "WS" print stamp, "SPRATLING, MADE IN MEXICO," and "SPRATLING SILVER;" light surface wear, otherwise fine condition with pin closure and safety chain.

$2,500.00  (item #AAX002)

William Spratling sterling and copper bracelet, often called "the pillow bracelet," this is a very early example from the 1930s; about 9" long x 7/8" wide; marked with Spratling's early "WS" print stamp, "TAXCO, 980;" light surface wear, otherwise fine condition with pin closure and safety chain.

$2,750.00  (item #BJX5)

Early William Spratling sterling bracelet, c. 1930s; motif taken from the Codex Vindobonesis (an early pictorial history book of the Mixtec people from the time of the creation until just before the Spanish Conquest); slightly over 8" long x 1" wide; weighs about 3.6 ounces; marked with Spratling's "WS" conjoined print mark; "TAXCO, 980;" fine condition with lovely patina; safety chain intact.

$2,500.00 (item #AAX003)

 A beautiful example of William Spratling's sterling and tortoise dragonfly pin; c.1950s, early 1960s; wing span is about 2-1/2", length approximately 2"; marked with William Spratling's script mark, "WILLIAM SPRATLING, TAXCO, MEXICO, .925;" fine condition with great patina.

SOLD (item #CTX001)

$2,000.00 (item #KZX004)

Great early tin candlestick by William Spratling, c. 1930s, early 1940s; about 9-1/4" high; marked with "WS" conjoined, TAXCO, MEXICO;"  few dents; wonderful old patina.

$1,725.00  (item #X641)

A great vintage pair of tin candlesticks by William Spratling; patinated with a brown finish; each is approximately 3-1/2" high x 4-3/4" diameter; each is marked with both large and small conjoined "WS" and "TAXCO;" nice old patina, fine condition.

$2,145.00  (item #X642)

William Spratling sterling silver jigger; about 5" high; one end is 1-3/4" diameter and the other 1-1/2" diameter; marked with the "WS" script mark and "WILLIAM SPRATLING, TAXCO, MEXICO" (used from 1951 - 1967); top and bottom edges are slightly irregular from wear, otherwise fine condition.

SOLD  (item #X644)

A similar pin can be seen on the Spratling silver site at Http://www.spratlingsilver.com/spratlingsilver_cfmfiles/main/search3.cfm?id=849

$465.00 (item #X561)

Very rare William Spratling sterling and copper married metals cuff, c. 1960s; band is about 3/4" wide; inside diameter approximately 2-1/4"; opening is about 1-1/4"; shows fine surface wear, otherwise fine condition; marked with Spratling's conjoined "WS" script mark and eagle with number "63."

$2,950.00 (item #X454)

Great William Spratling sterling cuff; ca. 1933-1938; about 1/2" wide; inside diameter approximately 2-1/2"; opening is about 1-5/8"; fits a larger wrist--would look very nice on a man; marked with "WS" print hallmark in a circle, "TAXCO, 980"; cuff has a small crack in the silver (bottom middle), but is stable.

$925.00 (item #X586)

Raphael Melendez (1911-1980) worked at the Taller de las Delicias for William Spratling in the 1930s.  In 1939, he opened his own workshop, the Plateria Melendez where he created some beautiful pieces using pre-Columbian motifs.  Many of his pieces were executed in 980 silver.

Victoria was the name of the silver shop of Ana Maria Nunez de Brilanti., founded in 1940. She worked in silver, copper, and mixed metals. Her designs are distinctive and beautifully created.  She designed a necklace for First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt who admired the piece so much that she had Ana copy it for her friends.

Victoria pieces are highly collectible.

Information can be found in Mexican Silver by Carole Berk and Penny Morrill, Silver Masters of Mexico, by Penny Morrill and William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.  Her work was included in the traveling exhibit, William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

You can order Mexican Silver, $59.95 (item #SMB001) or Silver Masters of Mexico, $49.95 (item #SMB002) from MODERN SILVER magazine books  Please add $3.95 for shipping for each book.

A great copper and silver set by Victoria of Taxco, c. 1940s-50s--includes tray, coffee pot, creamer, and sugar;  round platter is about 14" diameter with sterling overlay design, some light surface scratches and one small crease that translates to a scratch on the bottom (please see large pictures on the html page); coffee pot is 8" high and has brass overlay decoration, but is sterling inside and is in great condition, inside and out with just a bit of light surface wear and no dents and a lovely wooden handle; creamer is about 5"high with sterling overlay and sterling interior with a wooden handle, in fine condition overall except for a scratch inside the lid (please see larger pictures on the html page); sugar is about 5" high with sterling decoration and interior and is in fine condition; all pieces are marked: "VICTORIA, MEXICO, TAXCO, COPPER, 482; " all pieces could be polished to look like new, but  I've left them as-is for the buyer to decide.

SOLD (item #SMX016)

Nine absolutely stunning hand-wrought copper dinner plates with incised lines by Victoria of Taxco, c. 1940s; each plate is approximately 11-1/2" in diameter and each is marked: "VICTORIA, TAXCO, MEXICO, COPPER, 600;"each plate has a bit of oxidation in places, but all are in overall fine condition.

$650.00 for the set (item #SX002)

Great vintage Victoria of Taxco copper box with applied sterling silver donkeys, figures and knobs; interior also appears to be silver--I have not polished it; wonderful old patina; about 4-3/16" x 5-1/4" x 7/8" deep; shows wear, but it is very charming! Marked on bottom: "262, VICTORIA, TAXCO, MEXICO."

SOLD (item #X648)

Reveriano Castillo was one of the first apprentices at William Spratling's Las Delicias before going to work for Hector Aguilar at the Taller Borda.  He and his wife, Maria worked for Los Castillo for ten years before founding their own workshop, Reveri, in 1952.

REVERIANO CASTILLO STERLING PRE-COLUMBIAN PIN

$235.00 (item #RLX001)

A gorgeous, early, handwrought, early sterling link bracelet by Reveriano Castillo; motif taken from the Codex Vindobonesis (an early pictorial history book of the Mixtec people from the time of the creation until just before the Spanish Conquest); slightly over 8" long x 1-1/8" wide; weighs about 4 ounces; marked with an "R" within a "C", STERLING, TAXCO, 5," and eagle mark with #3; a couple of the protruding silver "cabochons" are slightly dented, otherwise fine condition with safety chain in tact and a lovely patina.

$750.00 (item #AAX002)

Hand-wrought sterling bracelet by Reveriano Castillo; slightly over 7-3/4" long x 1/4" wide; marked with an "R" within a "C", STERLING, TAXCO, MEXICO, 20," light surface wear, otherwise fine condition with good patina; safety chain is missing.

$495.00 (item #AAX006)

Maricela is the mark for Isidro Garcia Pina, who produced beautiful, substantial silver jewelry under that name in honor of his eldest daughter, Maricela.  He began working with silver in 1940, apprenticing with Damaso Gallegos in Tezicapan in the state of Mexico.  Later, after moving to Taxco, Sr. Garcia worked for Gilberto Melendez and, in 1943, began working on his own.  His first taller was near the Hotel Victoria where, in 1959, he opened his first shop.

Information from Mexican Silver, Modern Hand-wrought Jewelry & Metalwork by Berk and Morrill.

Great quality and design sterling bracelet by Maricela, Taxco; about 6-1/2" long x 3/4" wide; marked: "TAXCO, 950, MARICELA;" fine condition with good patina.

SOLD (item #BJ145)

Maricela, Taxco, sterling, spiral-shaped pin/pendant with deep oxidation—a striking piece with good weight; about 1-5/8" x 1-1/8"; marked: "Maricela, TASCO, HECHO EN MEXICO, STERLING," and eagle mark with #3; fine condition.

SOLD  (item #KZX021)

Other, beautiful, Mexican handmade pieces

A pair of hinged, gold-washed, sterling dolphin bracelets in the style of ancient Rome by Celia Harms; each with faceted rhinestone eyes; there are slight differences in each, leading me to believe that there is quite a bit of handwork on them; both are about 8" around with an inside diameter of approximately 2-1/4" (fit a fairly small wrist); each has a safety and is marked: "Celia Harms, MEXICO, STERLING, 925;" both are in fine condition.

$550.00 (pair) (item #HPX080)  NEW!

Truly gorgeous Mexican sterling repoussé clamper with fish motif; clampers are great in that they fit many different size wrists depending on how much it is open at the front; slightly over 8" around the inside; front fish section is about 2-3/8" wide; maker's mark is partially obscured, but what I can see is "LS, MEXICO, 925, TAXCO," fine, vintage condition.

$675.00 (item #KZX031)

Whimsical, Mexican sterling bird sculpture—most likely a rooster—; the body is an egg-shaped onyx or obsidian stone; bird stands about 2-3/4" high and is about 4-3/4" beak to tail; marked: "TH-104, RRF, 925, MEXICO;" fine condition.

$475.00 (item #HPX072)

Sculptural, sterling key ring by Mexican silversmith Melecio Rodriguez; dragon's tongue moves sideways and up to open the key holder, but when it is closed, it locks quite well; good weight, about 2" x 1-3/4"; marked "MR" with eagle number "3" and other illegible marks; fine condition.

$235.00 (item #HPX073 ) 

Stunning, large, highly three-dimensional green onyx and sterling butterfly bracelet; hinged, butterfly section is about 3-1/2" x 3"; triple chains on each side are each about 2", oval-shaped green onyx clasp is about 1-1/4"  long x 5/8" wide so the total length of the bracelet when closed is about 7"; fits medium-sized wrist; sterling silver base is marked: "STERLING, MEXICO;" fine condition.

SOLD (item #HPX062)

A pretty, three-dimensional Mexican sterling pin/pendant in Victorian style; some great silver work in the applied pot of flowers with double birds and also on the "frame" with it's flowers and leaves; background is either onyx or black glass, turquoise appears to be glass, also, but it doesn't take away from the charm of the piece; pendant is about 2-1/8" x 1-3/4"; non-original sterling chain is about 24"; piece is marked "ABM, HECHO EN MEXICO, DF," and what looks like "865;" pin with safety catch and bail for chain; pin stem may have been replaced, but everything works fine and the piece is in overall fine condition.

$345.00 item #SMX065)

Pretty, Mexican sterling necklace and earrings set with inlaid malachite or turquoise matrix; probably c. 1940s-50s; necklace is about 15" long x 3/4' wide; screwback earrings are each about 1-1/8" x 3/4"; each piece is marked: "MEXICO, STERLING;" fine condition.

$250.00 item #KZX022)

Pretty turquoise-blue and white enamel on sterling bracelet by José Frederico, Taxco; about 7-5/8" long x 3/4" wide; fine condition with no chips to the enamel; marked with conjoined "JF, STERLING, 925, TAXCO, 124.

$225.00 (item #HPX060)

Mixed metals Mexican rings, c. 1950s; one is the figure of a cat in silver and brass inlaid in silver; the other appears to be a Mayan figure in silver, copper and brass; bands are sterling; cat ring is about size 7-1/4, Mayan ring is about size 9; these would be fun worn together--one on the ring finger and the other on the middle finger; each is marked: "MEXICO, FNR, TAXCO, 925;" cat ring has an eagle mark with number "3;" both are in fine, vintage condition.

$95.00 each ($225.00 for the pair) (item #JPX002--the cat ring is sold, but the Mayan figure ring is available)

SOLD  (item #HPX053)

King Pacal (also known as Pacal the Great) was born in the year 603 A.D. He was king of the Maya Kingdom of Palenque and is said to have reigned for 67 years until his death at the age of 80. Pacal initiated a building program at his capital that produced some of the finest art and architecture of the Maya civilization. After his death, Pacal the Great was worshiped as a god, and said to communicate with his descendants.

$365.00 (item #HPX050)

VINTAGE, STERLING AND ONYX MEXICAN NECKLACE

Fabulous vintage Mexican necklace; sterling with onyx cabochons; approximately 18" long; marked "AE" within a heart-shaped "M"; some very light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

PLATA FINA DE TAXCO, POLO, STERLING AND BLACK ONYX MEXICAN BRACELET

Exceptional Mexican bracelet that uses the "onix negro" technique that was perfected by Los Castillo; a ying yang-type design with onyx and silver, backed with a silver plate; just slightly over 7" long x 1-1/4" wide; marked: "PoLo" in a circle, "PLATA FINA DE TAXCO;";" "0.925;" some wear to the onyx, one tiny crack at the top of the onyx in one link and light surface wear to the silver, but in overall fine condition with an excellent closing mechanism.

STERLING MEXICAN CLAMPER BY J. GOMEZ

Sterling Mexican clamper marked: "TAXCO, 926, J. GOMEZ; STERLING, HECHO EN MEXICO;" nice patina; some light surface wear and one small dent, otherwise fine condition; hinge works well.

MEXICAN STERLING AND ONYX BRACELET

Exceptional design, sterling and onyx bracelet; about 6-1/2" long; mark has two pine trees, "T9-79, MEXICO," and "925;" fine condition.

MEXICAN STERLING NECKLACE WITH PRE-COLUMBIAN DESIGNS

Exceptional Mexican sterling necklace with pre-Columbian motifs; about 24" long; smaller motifs are about 3/4" long; pendant section is about  2-3/8" long; marked: "CJ, GC20, MEXICO 925;" nice patina, slight surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$565.00 (item #HP002)

Early, 980 Sterling Mexican bracelet; excellent design and quality; about 1--1/4" wide x 6-1/2" long (fits small wrist); pin-type catch; marked: "980, TAXCO;" a few tiny dents in the balls, otherwise fine condition with great patina.

$450.00 (item #KK040)

Mexican sterling earrings with mobile circles; fun and beautiful; 3" x 1-1/8"; marked on metal tag: "TM-107, 925;" very slight surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

Lovely Erika Hult de Corral sterling bracelet with green stone which appears to be Mexican jade; inside diameter approximately 2-3/8 x 2"; marked: "RIC; STERLING, MEXICO; and eagle mark with number 36;  slight surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

Taken from "Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks" by Bille Hougart

$450.00 (item #AB-X850)

Large copper tray / wall hanging with stone tile mosaic in the style of Salvador; red patina (probably painted); about 21" (including handle) x 7-1/2"; great scene of a seated couple--very colorful! A tiny bit of stone loss-overall fine condition; no marks.

$225.00 (item #X643)

Beautiful early Mexican sterling and onyx necklace in the style of Fred Davis or Hector Aguilar, about 1" wide x 18" long; makers marks are mostly illegible, but what can be read is: "HECHO EN MEXICO, 925;" great patina, fine condition.

$650.00 (item #X731)

An early Los Ballesteros sterling pin/pendant with carved amethyst face, c. 1940s, early 1950s; about 2" x 1-3/4"; marked with Los Ballesteros stylized "LB" surrounded by "TALLERES LOS BALLESTEROS, TAXCO. GRO" and "HECHO EN MEXICO" and "STERLING, 925;" bail for chain and safety catch for pin; amethyst has some crazing in the back which may be original and does not affect the look of the front; nice patina; fine condition.

$295.00 (item #SMX010)

Classic sterling bracelet by Los Ballesteros; designed like a cuff but hinged in the back; inside diameter approximately 2-1/2", band tapers from about 2" in the front to 3/4" in the back; marked with Los Ballesteros double B makers mark, HECHO EN MEXICO, MM-34, 925;" also inscribed "The Light, the Heat in Your Eyes, Love... Rick, 5-87" and "D.R.C.;" some light wear, otherwise fine condition.

$265.00 (item #X782)

Wonderful design Mexican Sterling pin/pendent, c. 1950s; approximately 2-5/8" x 1-1/2"; marked: "M R, STERLING, 925, TAXCO, MEX," and eagle with #3; nice old patina, some light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$175.00 (item #X713)

Unusual and interesting design large sterling Mexican hinged bangle, c. 1986; about 1-1/8" wide x 3/4" thick (at the corners); marked: "TA-19" and inscribed: "1986" and illegible initials; some light scratches and a couple very small dents, otherwise good condition.

$450.00  (item #X715)

Exceptionally beautiful modernist design--sterling necklace with twenty-five undulating pendants, each with a prong-set blue stone (either lapis or sodalite), longest pendant is about 2-1/4" and shortest is 1"; about 15" long overall; marked: "925, MEXICO, STERLING;" fine condition.

Great, early pre-Columbian style rooster in 980 silver by Artemio Navarret; about 2-3/8" x 1-3/4"; marked with Navarret's hallmark: "AN (conjoined), 980;" fine condition.

SOLD (item #X625)

Mexican handmade sterling bangle in an ovoid, twisted design; about 3/4" at the widest section; inside diameter approximately 2-1/2"; fine condition; marked: "MEXICO, TM-81, 925, and  JVC."

$215.00 (item #X555)

Huge handmade brass pendant and chain; Three stones including turquoise, tiger's eye and a blue-green stone; pendant is approximately 3" x 3", chain is about 28" long; piece is marked "HECHO EN MEXICO, and L.B.;" fine condition

$235.00 (item #X627)

Vintage Mexican sterling pin; 980 silver; approximately 2-1/4" x 1-1/2"; original C-catch; marked: "TAXCO, 980;" nice old patina with oxidation on the front (piece may have had some type of inlay at one time); reverse has a copper-colored stain.

$185.00 (item #X607)

Highly sculptural constructivist sterling handmade pin; about 3" long x 1-1/2" high x 3/4" deep; marked: "MEXICO, 925, STERLING, GC-01, GERROBLANCO" and illegible script signature, some light surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$225.00 (item #X627)

Great older Mexican sterling swan pin with onyx eye; about 2" x 3-1/2"; marked: "STERLING, MEXICO;" fine condition.

Intricate, early Mexican sterling pin with wonderful carved green stone and filigreed bezel; about 2-11/4" square; marked; "SILVER, MEXICO;" nice patina, fine condition.

$250.00 (item #X619)

Sterling belt buckle with pre-Columbian bird design; heavy and substantial; about 2-3/4" x 2-1/4"; marked; "MOTA, TASCO, MEXICO, 0925," and eagle stamp with illegible number; shows substantial surface wear, otherwise fine condition.

$350.00  (item #X573)

Early Mexican circular brooch with pre-Columbian design; approximately 1-3/4" diameter; marked: "TAXCO, 980;" C-catch has been neatly replaced with a safety catch; excellent condition, great patina.

$175.00 (item #X392)