Some very interesting vintage Mexican silver jewelry auctions

Up for auction! Two beautiful vintage Mexican sterling silver necklaces, a wonderful vintage Margot de Taxco enameled sterling silver bracelet, and a classic vintage Taxco sterling silver fern bracelet.

Thomson Place Auction Galleries, May 31, 2009, 11 a.m., Route 1, Thomaston, Maine. Lot # 843, NECKLACE LOT – Two Mexican sterling necklaces, ca 1940, one fitted with large purple stone. 7.3 ozt, 12″ diameter, perfect condition. Estimate $ 400 – $ 600.  Bid online through ArtFact.com or in person (call ahead 1-207-354-8141) to reserve a seat. You can also bid by phone. Buyer’s Premium is 15%.  Click here for complete details.

Vintage Margot de Taxco Mexican sterling silver bracelet with green enamel inlay. 7 1/4 inches long, 3/4 inch width. Fits 7 inch wrist, tongue and box closure, safety chain. Bracelet is fully hallmarked: sterling Hecho en Mexico, eagle stamp with number 16, Margot de Taxco, design # 5906. Current bid $ 43.00 as this was written. The eBay auction ends May 13th. Full details here.

Vintage Taxco Mexican Silver Fern Bracelet, 4 inches wide tapering to 1 inch at the hinge. Internal circumference of 6 1/2 inches.  Weighs 73 grams.  Hallmarks include artist initials “APA,” Hecho en Mexico, 925, and the artisan’s hallmark TA-78.  Excellent condition.  Bidding is up to $152.50 as this is written. The eBay auction ends on May 12th. Full details here.