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Vintage silver jewelry sale: Black Friday through Cyber Monday

I love vintage Mexican silver — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 01:09:20 +0000

One of eBay’s Top-Rated sellers is having a huge sale on vintage silver jewelry starting tonight and going on through Black Friday, the weekend, and Cyber Monday. This dealer carries an always-interesting selection of vintage silver jewelry from across the globe. You’ll find Mexican, Native American, Southwestern, Scandinavian, Japanese, and other interesting pieces. We’ve seen Modernist, Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Victorian, and other periods represented in this shop, and the seller has a 99% positive feedback rating. (Of course, always look at the feedback and the seller’s policies before buying, and be sure that questions are answered to your satisfaction before you purchase.)

This is a rolling sale of 100 items per day at 40% off. Each sale will last only 24 hours, so you’ll need to check in daily to see what vintage silver jewelry is on sale. With such good prices and 400 pieces to choose from over the four days, this is a great opportunity to add to your vintage silver collection and/or find some excellent jewelry for gift-giving during the holidays.

We don’t know which items will be on sale, but this dealer has pieces by Los Castillo, FarFan, Brenda Schoenfeld, Carmen Beckmann, William Spratling, Victoria, and other Taxco and Mexican designers, so there’s bound to be something Mexican that will catch your eye, but if not, you’ll find lots of other silver temptations.

Sale details: The first sale starts tonight (Thanksgiving) at 10:00 p.m. PST (midnight CST, 1 a.m. EST) and will run for 24 hours. The next sale starts Friday, November 25th at 10:00 p.m. PST and runs for 24 hours. The third sale begins on Saturday, November 26th at 10:00 p.m. PST, and the last sale starts on Sunday the 27th (10:00 p.m. PST/1:00 a.m. EST) and ends on Monday November 28th.

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Vintage silver jewelry sale: Black Friday through Cyber Monday originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on November 24, 2011. 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.Tweet This

Vintage Mexican William Spratling silver butterfly pin on the block

I love vintage Mexican silver — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:01:52 +0000

Don’t you just love this vintage Mexican Spratling silver butterfly pin? It’s one of the lots in the Showplace Antiques + Design auction set for August 28th.

Vintage Mexican silver butterfly pin, William Spratling. Photograph: Showplace Antique + Design Center/Artfact

Details from the auctioneer’s description:

Spratling silver butterfly pin, sterling silver, Mexico; marked. Dimensions: 1-1/2″ H x 3″ W
Condition report: Slight scratching, pockmark in right wing area.
Estimate $700 – $900; Starting Bid $450

To bid, and for more photographs and details, view the auction page at Live Auctioneers.

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Vintage Mexican William Spratling silver butterfly pin on the block originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on August 24, 2011. 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.Tweet This

Brenda Schoenfeld: Taxco silver is in her DNA

I love vintage Mexican silver — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:13:50 +0000

You would be hard pressed to find many jewelry designers with a greater Mexican silver pedigree than Brenda Schoenfeld. Her uncles were the Taxco maestros Los Castillo. As she notes on her website, “Brenda’s formative years were an amalgam of artists, materials, form, detail and craftsmanship, a combination which significantly influenced her future. Brenda’s fascination with design was cultivated and nourished, while she explored her options in the renowned Taxco workshops.” How could she not grow up to create beautiful jewelry?

In the late 1980s Schoenfeld drew the attention of the fashion world as a designer and producer of hand-made belts inspired by jewelry. With access to her family’s workshops, she began making jewelry, eventually opening a boutique in Dallas, Texas. Soon her collection appeared in the most prestigious department stores and shops in North America. In 1996 Schoenfeld move to Italy. She began creating amazing designs in gold, working with artisans in Florence, but continued creating designs in silver handmade by Taxco artisans. Look for her marks on page 174 of Bille Hougart’s The Little Book of Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks.

Currently several sellers on eBay have vintage Schoenfeld silver up for auction or sale. Here are a few of these silver pieces:

VTG. BRENDA SCHOENFELD 925 SILVER & PEARL LARGE HEART DROP CLIP ON EARRINGS
US $39.00 (1 Bid)
Auction Ends: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 15:45:45 PST
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BRENDA SCHOENFELD Vintage MEXICAN SILVER NECKLACE Mod BUBBLES PENDANT Perfect
US $145.00
Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 6:58:35 PST
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Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Signed Cross by Brenda Schoenfeld
US $99.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:44:37 PST
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Brenda Schoenfeld: Taxco silver is in her DNA originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on April 13, 2011. 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.Tweet This

More vintage Sigi Pineda Modern silver jewelry at auction

I love vintage Mexican silver — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:34:16 +0000

As noted in Sigi Pineda: Master of Modern, Sigi Pineda embraced Modernism and has created many extraordinary pieces over the years. Some of them (a suite of three pieces) are offered as a lot in an auction coming up on Sunday:

Sigi Pineda Mexican Sterling Silver Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Suite. Photograph: Neal Auction Company

The suite is part of the Winter Estates Auction at Neal Auction Company in New Orleans. It’s on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 10:00 AM CST. Here’s the description of the lot (#882):

A Mexican Sterling Silver Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Suite, Sigfrido Pineda (b. 1929), marked “Sigi, Tasco, Sterling Made in Mexico, Eagle 3 and 258″; swirl motif, the collar necklace and cuff bracelet featuring Sigi’s characteristic hinge incorporated into the design, the earrings with screw back. Estimated Price: $600 – $800

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Mexican Silver Jewelry Details (Hardcover)

By (author) Leslie Pia, Leslie A. Pina

List Price:	$89.99 USD
New From:	$70.99 In Stock
Used from:	$58.69 In Stock

More vintage Sigi Pineda Modern silver jewelry at auction originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on February 9, 2011. 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.Tweet This

Most watched vintage Taxco silver auctions

I love vintage Mexican silver — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 14:08:35 +0000

Right now on eBay, here are the most-watched auctions and listings for vintage Taxco silver:

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	VINTAGE TAXCO STERLING SILVER 7 1/2" FASHION LINK BRACELET .925 ~ 1.20 OUNCES $ 36.00 2d 4h
	STERLING SILVER 24" Vintage Taxco Handcrafted Ball Bead Necklace $ 26.00 2d 7h
	Margot de Taxco Vintage Mexican Silver Zodiac Pendant ~ 1950's ~ Gorgeous $ 70.00 2d 9h
	Vintage Heavy sterling silver Taxco Mexico Clamp Cuff Bracelet amethyst 83 grams $ 219.50 2h 34m
	VINTAGE OLD TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER HEARTS CHARM BRACELET JEWELRY $ 55.00 4d 7h
	Margot de Taxco Vintage Mexican Silver Zodiac Pendant ~ 1950's ~ Gorgeous $ 86.00 2d 8h

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Most watched vintage Taxco silver auctions originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on September 27, 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.Tweet This

What are vintage Taxco silver collectors watching on eBay now?

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 14:09:32 +0000

eBay listings for vintage Taxco silver that are drawing the most watchers now are:

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	RARE LOS CASTILLO VTG TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER REPOUSSE & AMETHYST NECKLACE $ 210.00 2d 7h
	MARGOT de TAXCO DESIGN VTG MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING 980 SILVER REPOUSSE BRACELET $ 98.97 4d 7h
	Vtg MIGUEL ARIAS Taxco Mexico CONFETTI ENAMEL Mexican Sterling Silver Necklace $ 91.00 8h 34m
	MARGOT de TAXCO DESIGN VTG MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING 980 SILVER REPOUSSE NECKLACE $ 142.50 4d 7h
	VINTAGE TAXCO STERLING SILVER 7 1/2" FASHION LINK BRACELET .925 ~ 1.20 OUNCES $ 36.00 2d 3h
	LOS CASTILLO SCULPTURE SILVER PLATE? PLATEADO TAXCO ABALONE HUMMING BIRD $ 44.88 3d 3h

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What are vintage Taxco silver collectors watching on eBay now? originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on September 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.Tweet This

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
New From:	$30.55 In Stock
Used from:	$27.50 In Stock

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.Tweet This

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

MEXICAN SILVER - CAROLE A. BERK PENNY C. MORRILL (HARDCOVER) NEW
US $48.87
Auction Ends: Friday Feb-10-2012 4:55:03 PST
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Mexican Silver: Modern Handwrought Jewelry & Metalwork Morrill, Penny C./ Berk,
US $101.00
Auction Ends: Thursday Mar-01-2012 2:09:50 PST
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SPRATLING MORRILL GODDARD MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE
US $75.00
Auction Ends: Saturday Mar-03-2012 9:56:35 PST
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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.Tweet This

Auction – vintage silver jewelry lot includes Mexican silver, Georg Jensen

I love vintage Mexican silver — Mon, 31 May 2010 16:02:34 +0000

Winter Associates’ auction (Sale 436) on June 7th includes Lot 28, which features vintage Mexican silver jewelry, a Georg Jensen pin, and other jewelry.

Photograph: Winter Associates, Inc.

Auctioneer’s description:

Sterling silver jewelry including a Georg Jensen pin, a Taxco Mexico enameled necklace with matching earrings; large Prieto Juarez 40 Mexico pin with stone, several other Mexican bracelets; along with a 10K gold class ring. Estimate $ 200-300

The minimum bid is $ 225, and the action has begun already.

For more information and bidding: Winter Associates, Inc. or Artfact.

Vintage Margot de Taxco #5744 Sterling Silver & Enamel Pin Brooch Mexico Mexican
US $185.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Feb-05-2012 11:09:06 PST
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Vintage Margot de Taxco #5744 Sterling Silver & Enamel Earrings Mexico Mexican
US $165.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Feb-05-2012 11:10:26 PST
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Vintage Margot de Taxco #5837 Sterling Silver & Enamel Pin Brooch Mexico Mexican
US $185.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Feb-05-2012 11:18:38 PST
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Signed Vintage TAXCO Silver and Enamel screw on earrings RAF-MEX
US $14.99 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Feb-05-2012 18:10:36 PST
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Vtg MIGUEL ARIAS Taxco Mexico CONFETTI ENAMEL Mexican Sterling Silver Necklace
US $91.00 (22 Bids)
Auction Ends: Sunday Feb-05-2012 19:00:26 PST
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Auction – vintage silver jewelry lot includes Mexican silver, Georg Jensen originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on May 31, 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.Tweet This

Two auctions for vintage Spratling silver coming in June

I love vintage Mexican silver — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:11:53 +0000

On June 13th J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC will auction a Spratling Mexican Sterling Silver Ball Foot Ashtray:

Photograph: J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC/Auctionzip

Auctioneer’s description:

Lot 296: Spratling Mexican Sterling Silver Ball Foot Ashtray. Spratling sterling silver ashtray measures 2-1/4″ tall. Has some repair work on one of the holders. Minimum bid: $25 Estimated Price: $100 – $200

More details about lot 296 and bidding

Another Spratling lot will be on the block on June 14th at Freeman’s Auctioneers and Appraisers. This lot consists of a vintage William Spratling tie tack and cufflinks.

Photograph: Freeman’s Auctioneers and Appraisers

Auctioneer’s description:

Lot 8A
Sterling silver tie tack and cufflinks, Spratling Tortoise shell set of rectangular form together with a simple tie clip similar to safety pin form.
PROVENANCE: Estate of Muriel Wolgin, Philadelphia PA. Estimate $300-500

More details about lot 8A and bidding.

Two auctions for vintage Spratling silver coming in June originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on May 25, 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.Tweet This