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Vintage Los Castillo married metals Deco style necklace

I love vintage Mexican silver — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 01:21:02 +0000

Fans of vintage Mexican jewelry created with married metals (metales casados) will want to have a look at an usual Los Castillo necklace offered for sale by a Top-rated eBay seller:

Photograph: masv29 on eBay

The following is taken from the seller’s description:

This beautiful necklace was all hand crafted. It is composed of twenty nine panels and the central piece. The central piece is made out of several small pieces. The upper part has a round carved green stone set in silver. It has a half silver dome in the front part where a triangular shaped piece is attached. This piece is made with the married metal technique and has several stripes made of brass, copper, silver and iron. From the lower part, nine large drop shaped pieces hung. This piece measures: 3 ¼ X 1 7/8 in. The panels are made of two wire silver circles which have soldered on each side a “U” shaped brass wire and a straight piece of copper wire is soldered in the middle of them. Each one measures: 5/8 X 3/8 in. sizes may slightly vary as all the pieces are handcrafted. All the panels are joined together by silver bands. The clasp is in perfect working condition and is of hook.

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MARRIED METALS & GREEN STONE DECO NECKLACE LOS CASTILLO
US $1,200.00
Auction Ends: Friday Aug-13-2010 10:03:46 PDT
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Vintage Los Castillo married metals Deco style necklace originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 28, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Coro Mexican silver jewelry attracts a variety of collectors

I love vintage Mexican silver — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:45:16 +0000

During World War II metals were in short supply in the USA, and many jewelry companies contracted with Mexican silversmiths to produce jewelry on their behalf. Coro, for many years the world’s largest manufacturer of fashion and costume jewelry, was no exception. In 1942 the company contracted with Hector Aguilar to design and produce jewelry, a relationship that lasted for about seven years.

Vintage Coro silver jewelry from Mexico is sought after by Coro collectors, vintage Mexican jewelry collectors, and, often, those who collect vintage Modernist jewelry.

Photographs and information about Coro and the Coro silver jewelry crafted in Mexico can be found at:

Coro Design Patents and the related Coro Mexico – Unpatented
Coro Costume Jewelry
The Story of Coro
RCJ Jewelry Marks
Silver Jewelry Treasures

Here is a selection of vintage Coro Mexican silver jewelry currently offered for sale (auction or fixed price) on eBay:

1950s Coro Mexico Sterling Silver Heart Brooch
US $8.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 23:24:12 PDT
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VTG CORO MEXICO SILVER RHINESTONE JEWELRY SET STERLING
US $49.99
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 6:40:25 PDT
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Vintage Silver Pin Deer Fawn Coro Mexico Mexican
US $39.99
Auction Ends: Wednesday Aug-18-2010 13:27:22 PDT
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Vintage Coro Tulip Bouquet Mexico Mexican Silver Pin
US $149.99
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-22-2010 19:05:03 PDT
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Vintage Coro Mexican silver jewelry attracts a variety of collectors originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 26, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Next time you’re in Brooklyn…..

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:11:12 +0000

It was a pleasant surprise to discover that the Brooklyn Museum has several pieces by William Spratling in its Decorative Arts collection: a bracelet (photo below), a pair of spurs (photo below), a brooch, and an ashtray. The bracelet and the brooch are currently on view in the 4th Floor Special Exhibition Gallery, while the spurs are in the Luce Visible Storage and Study Center (on the 5th Floor, and a pretty amazing resource).

William Spratling (American, 1900-1967). Bracelet, ca. 1935-1940. Silver, 1 1/8 x 7 3/4 in. (2.9 x 19.7 cm).Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Dr. Martin R. and Eve Lebowitz in memory of their parents,Henry and Esther Lebowitz, 2006.7.2. Creative Commons-BY-NC

The Museum provides the following information about Spratling:

Although one of the twentieth century’s most prolific creators of handmade jewelry, William Spratling stood consciously outside the modernist movement thatt flourished during his career. Trained as an architect, he was introduced to the idea of jewelry making during sojourns in Mexico beginning in 1926. In 1929 he moved to Taxco, Mexico, the site of centuries-old silver mines, and set up a company of local artisans to revive the art of silver hollowware and jewelry. His designs were inspired primarily by pre-Columbian motifs. This venture became an enormous success, especially during World War II and immediately after when department stores in the United States were cut off from European suppliers of luxury goods. Unfortunately, Spratling lost control of his company to other investors, and by 1946 Spratling y Artesanos was out of business. Thanks to his apprenticeship system, however, his legacy continues in Mexico today.

William Spratling (American, 1900-1967). Pair of Spurs, before 1952. Silver, 8 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (21.6 x 8.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Collection Fund and the Dick S. Ramsay Fund, 52.166.22. Creative Commons-BY-NC

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Spratling Silver: A Field Guide : Recognizing a William Spratling Treasure (Paperback)

By (author) Phyllis M. Goddard

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Next time you’re in Brooklyn….. originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 24, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Unusual vintage sun earrings by Matilde Eugenia Poulat Matl

I love vintage Mexican silver — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 19:15:33 +0000

Matilde Eugenia Poulat, whose trademark was “matl” (Bille Hougart notes that matl is a variation of the Aztec word for water) created intricate designs that were recognizably different from most of her contemporaries. The design of these vintage silver and coral sun earrings is – for Poulat – relatively simple, but brilliant nonetheless.

See more vintage Matl Poulat designs here.

Unusual vintage sun earrings by Matilde Eugenia Poulat Matl originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 23, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Los Ballesteros, Hector Aguilar and Reveri in July 28th auction

I love vintage Mexican silver — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:21:51 +0000

The July 28th Estate Auction by Kodner Galleries of Dania Beach, Florida includes three separate lots of interest to collectors of vintage Mexican silver jewelry: a Los Ballesteros suite, a Hector Aguilar pin, and a Reveriano and Maria Castillo bracelet.

Photograph: Kodner Galleries

Lot 42: Vintage Mexican Los Ballesteros Sterling Silver and Amethyst Four (4) Piece Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings Suite. Signed: 970 Sterling Silver, Taxco, Mexico and Los Ballesteros Makers Mark. Necklace Measures Approximately 12 Inches Length. Total Weight is 10.080 Troy Ounces including Stones. Estimated Price: $400 – $600

Photograph: Kodner Galleries

Lot 260: Hector Aguilar Mexico Sterling Silver Bird Pin. Signed HA, Taxco and 990. Circa 1940-1945. Very Good Condition. Measures about 25 Inches Long. Weighs 26.35 Pennyweights. Estimated Price: $100 – $200

Photograph: Kodner Galleries

Lot 261: Reveriano and Maria Castillo Mexico Sterling and Rhodonite or Agate Stone Silver Bracelet. Signed Reveri. Very Good Condition. Measures 6 Inches Long. Weighs 13.50 Pennyweights. Estimated Price: $100 – $200

Los Ballesteros, Hector Aguilar and Reveri in July 28th auction originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 22, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Most watched William Spratling on eBay right now

I love vintage Mexican silver — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:06:46 +0000

A number of auction and fixed priced listings for vintage William Spratling Mexican silver jewelry have garnered many watchers. The listings with the most watchers right now are shown below.

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	WILLIAM SPRATLING 980 Silver AZTEC DRAGON Pin Brooch $ 13.50 2d 12h
	William Spratling Buttons & Earrings 1940’s $ 37.00 1d 11h
	RARE WILLIAM SPRATLING STERLING "TONGUE" NECKLACE $ 710.00 2d 7h
	W. Spratling sterling silver buckle bracelet repro used $ 24.99 2d 6h
	William Spratling Silver Sterling Jewelry Hardcover NEW $ 19.95 2d 6h
	RPPC Taxco Guerrero Mexico Postcard Spratling qr798 $ 4.50 5d 12h

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Most watched William Spratling on eBay right now originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 19, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Mexican silver – Los Ballesteros

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 01:21:50 +0000

Los Ballesteros began in Guerrero, Mexico. In 1937 J. M. Ballesteros, who had been trained by his grandfather Efrén Ballesteros and his godfather Daniel Fonseca Ballesteros, moved to Taxco and opened a workshop. To meet the growing demand for Taxco silver Los Ballesteros opened shops in Acapulco, Mexico City, Puebla and Cuernavaca. Here are some vintage pieces by Los Ballesteros currently up for auction on eBay:

VTG Sterling Mexican LOS BALLESTEROS Inlay Bangle OLD
US $1.00 (2 Bids)
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 10:08:31 PDT
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VTG MEXICAN S. SILVER AMETHYST LOS BALLESTEROS NECKLACE
US $199.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 6:00:32 PDT
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VINTAGE LOS BALLESTEROS MEXICAN STERLING SILVER EARRING
US $75.00
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 12:29:27 PDT
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Vtg Los Ballesteros Puffy Heart 925 Pendant Necklace
US $69.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 17:21:01 PDT
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Vintage Taxco Mexican Silver Necklace LOS BALLESTEROS
US $56.00 (8 Bids)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 18:00:15 PDT
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Vintage Sterling .925 Taxco Los Ballesteros Pendant/Pin
US $22.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 15:01:41 PDT
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VINTAGE MEXICO STERLING LOS BALLESTEROS BRACELET
US $34.99 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Wednesday Aug-04-2010 17:27:05 PDT
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Vtg Los Ballesteros Puffy Abstract 925 Post Earrings
US $24.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Thursday Aug-05-2010 17:28:01 PDT
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LOS BALLESTEROS VTG OLD MEXICO MEXICAN SILVER NECKLACE
US $0.99 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Thursday Aug-05-2010 18:04:51 PDT
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Vintage Taxco Sterling Turquoise Cuff Los Ballesteros
US $575.00
Auction Ends: Friday Aug-06-2010 18:05:12 PDT
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Vintage Mexican silver – Los Ballesteros originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 16, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Hector Aguilar silver – most watched right now

I love vintage Mexican silver — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:22:58 +0000

Following his stint as manager of William Spratling’s Las Delicias, Hector Aguilar opened his own business, Taller Borda, in Taxco, Mexico. Aguilar and his master silversmiths created dramatic jewelry and large silver pieces.

The work that emerged from the Taller Borda reached a high level of excellence, with designs inspired by nature and the indigenous past.

-Taxco’s Silversmithing History (Ornament, Spring 2004), by Sigfrido (Sigi) Pineda and Penny Morrill

Hector Aguilar, Antonio Pineda, William Spratling, Antonio Castillo

Pieces by Hector Aguilar continue to be among the most collectible in the vintage Mexican silver market. You can see more by Aguilar here, or check out the most-watched Hector Aguilar pieces on eBay right now:

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	VINT 940 SILVER TAXCO HECTOR AGUILAR UNISEX BRACELET $ 13.50 3d 11h
	Deco Mexican Sterling Silver Hector Aguilar Earrings 1" $ 9.99 4d 11h
	Hector Aguilar Taxco 925 Silver Fleur de lis Earrings $ 54.99 1d 8h

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Vintage Hector Aguilar silver – most watched right now originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 15, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Mexican silver auction July 18 includes Los Castillo and jewelry

I love vintage Mexican silver — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:58:22 +0000

The July 18 Fine Antiques & Collectibles auction by J. Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC includes vintage Los Castillo silver serving tongs and several lots of vintage Mexican silver. Click on any lot title for more information about the items and to bid.

Photograph: J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC

Lot 61: Sterling Jewelry Lot with Necklace, Bracelet, Ring & 2 Earrings
Auctioneer’s Description:

Necklace is marked ATI 925 Mexico, measures 15″ with a 3″ opening. Bracelet is marked Mexico 925 and measures 2-3/4″ wide x 6-1/2″ diameter with a 1-1/8″ opening. Ring is a size 7 and marked 925 Mexico. Both earrings are clip and marked 925. 148 grams. Minimum bid: $25. Estimated Price: $75 – $150

Photograph: J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC

Lot 34: Los Castillo Taxco Hand Wrought Sterling Serving Tongs
Auctioneer’s Description:

These tongs are signed Los Castillo Taxco, Sterling Mexico, Hand Wrought 140. Measures 10-1/2″ long x 2-1/8″ wide. 119 grams. Minimum Bid: $ 25. Estimated Price: $75 – $150

Photograph: J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC

Lot 290: Signed Taxco Sterling & Turquoise Money Clip
Auctioneer’s Description:

Signed Taxco sterling & turquoise money clip in great condition. Minimum Bid: $ 20. Estimated Price: $100 – $150

Photograph: J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC

Lot 356: Lot Of Mexican Sterling Grouping /Taxco & More

Auctioneer’s Description:

Lot Of Mexican Sterling Grouping, Taxco, Earrings, and pins all in great shape. Minimum Bid: $ 20. Estimated Price: $75 – $150

More information: J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC or Artfact

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Silver Masters of Mexico, Hector Aguilar and the Taller Borda: Hector Aguilar and the Taller Borda (Hardcover)

By (author) Penny C. Morrill

List Price:	$49.95 USD
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Vintage Mexican silver auction July 18 includes Los Castillo and jewelry originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 12, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Articles for collectors of vintage Mexican silver

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 17:13:48 +0000

Over the years, Jewelers’ Circular Keystone (JCK) has published many interesting articles about jewelry history in the Heritage section of the magazine. Included among these are two pieces that every collector of vintage Mexican silver should have. Both include great old photographs.

Click on the links to read or download these articles (free, PDF format):

William Spratling and the Taxco School: Mexican Silver Jewelry 1930-1970 by Christie Romero, JCK, March 1993

William Spratling and the Taxco School by Monica Clare McLaughlin, JCK, June 2004

SPRATLING MORRILL GODDARD MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE
US $75.00
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-08-2010 14:16:17 PDT
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Mexican Silver by Carole A. Berk, Penny MorrILL 1994
US $95.00
Auction Ends: Friday Aug-13-2010 0:57:46 PDT
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Mexican Silver by Carole A. Berk, Penny C. Morrill, ...
US $56.95
Auction Ends: Saturday Aug-14-2010 16:48:36 PDT
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Articles for collectors of vintage Mexican silver originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on July 11, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.