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Mexican silver – carrying on the Los Castillo tradition

2009 September 1
by I love vintage Mexican silver

I think it’s really wonderful when the children of great artisans are interested in carrying on the family tradition. Emilia Castillo is the daughter of two of the best, Don Antonio Castillo and Margot de Taxco. Growing up, she was surrounded by the master silversmiths in Los Castillo and became an apprentice. She learned their techniques of working with silver and mixed metals.

Emilia Castillo (left) with objects created by her father

Today, Emilia Castillo is a master herself, creating works of art sought by collectors around the world. I love her designs, which incorporate both traditional and modern motifs and ideas. To see them, visit Emilia Castillo Jewelry.

vintage-los-castillo-pectoral-sterling-necklace-1940- Vintage Los Castillo pectoral sterling necklace 1940'
US $1,059.00 (4 Bids)
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 15:11:51 PDT
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vintage-los-castillo-taxco-mexican-silver-vase-w-lapis Vintage Los Castillo Taxco Mexican Silver Vase W/ Lapis
US $135.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 17:30:18 PDT
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vintage-1940-s-los-castillo-sterling-silver-earrings VINTAGE 1940'S LOS CASTILLO STERLING SILVER EARRINGS
US $99.00
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 20:05:48 PDT
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vtg-los-castillo-taxco-mexican-silver-sterling-jade-pin VTG LOS CASTILLO TAXCO MEXICAN SILVER STERLING JADE PIN
US $185.00
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 12:25:47 PDT
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vintage-los-castillo-libra-scales-of-justice-pin-mexico VINTAGE LOS CASTILLO LIBRA SCALES OF JUSTICE PIN MEXICO
US $75.00
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 15:52:53 PDT
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