Mexican Silver & Vintage Silver Jewelry

We offer a broad spectrum of collectible silver jewelry. Being based in Texas we always have a good supply of Taxco, Mexican silver jewelry, as well as Native American silver jewelry. The southwest style of jewelry remains very popular in our area and its popularity has increased all over the country. With the price of silver rising to record highs, its getting more valuable all the time. Considerable efforts are made to research each piece and describe it as best we can. These beautiful pieces are all vintage, and have not been polished. Many collectors want the original dark patina, so we leave that choice and duty up to you.

Wonderful abstract sterling silver pendant and earring set. When I found the set the pendant was hanging on an old piece of leather. There isn't a hole in the pendant, the cord or necklace can run through the top section. The matching earrings are on sterling posts. Marked 925 - See the earrings, back.

Size: 2 inches (pendant)
         ¾ inches (earrings)

Fabulous Native American necklace in a traditional design that includes three beautifully detailed feathers. The central pendant has a vibrant piece of blue turquoise set in a silver domed shadow box. There are 2 inch long feathers on each side of the pendant. The Navajo craftsmen are masters at creating the most beautiful Turquoise Jewelry. The necklace is in perfect condition and is signed Sterling W. See a close up, See the back.

Length: 21 inches + pendant adds 2¾ inches

This is an antique Navajo hand made chain necklace. This sterling chain was expertly made by a Navajo craftsman, these chains are very time consuming so they are rarely made today. This long chain has a soft dark patina and could be for a man or woman. The necklace has a handmade slide clasp. ~It is in excellent condition and It is marked 925 with an arrow and a partial mark, See the clasp, See view A, B.

Length: 27 inches
Weight: 28.8 grams

This is a unique Mexican hand made linked chain necklace and bracelet. They are composed of silver ovals with brass links. It was expertly made by a Mexican craftsman, these chains are very time consuming to construct so they are rarely made today. This chain and bracelet have a soft patina that could easily be polished to a bright shiny finish. The necklace ovals are 9mm wide. Both pieces have a secure foldover locking clasp. They are in excellent condition and are marked 925 TC-168. See view A, B, C, D, E

Length: Necklace - 17½ inches, Bracelet - 7½"
Total Weight: 73.5 grams

This is a really unique Artisan made sterling silver chain. I have never seen this design before. This long chain has a soft dark patina and could be for a man or woman. The necklace has a handmade Hook clasp. You could easily slide a pendant over one end. I love the design, it is well made and doesn't kink or tangle. ~It is in excellent condition and It is marked 925 on the hook, See the clasp, See view A, B.

Length: 24 inches long - 4mm dia.
Weight: 14.9 grams

This is an antique Mexican hand made linked chain necklace. This sterling chain was expertly made by a Mexican craftsman, these chains are very time consuming to construct so they are rarely made today. This long chain has a soft dark patina and is unisex. The necklace links are 3mm wide and it has a handmade hook clasp. ~It is in excellent condition and it is marked 925 Cuernavaca. See the clasp, See another view.

Length: 20 inches
Weight: 9 grams

Handmade sterling silver pin with a cut out flower in an oval frame. This is in the Danecraft style, but the pin is not signed. It has a dark patina and looks like it has a lot of age to it. Pin closure works very well ~ See the back.

Size: 2 x 1 ¼ inches

This charming sterling silver brooch was hand crafted into a bow design. It was made in Taxco, Mexico, home of many famous silversmiths. It has a pin back and a large bail on the back so it could slip on a neck wire or chain. It is in very good condition and weighs 11.5 grams. Signed Mexico, TC-168, 925. See the back

Size: 2 inches

This is a sterling silver sea horse pendant. It has nice large fixed bail on the top. It is really cute with a nice smile and some nice details. It has a matte finish and is unmarked, but tested as sterling silver. See the back.

Size: 1¾ inch

Handmade Mexican sterling link bracelet in an Aztec design. There are small pieces of malachite gemstones inlaid into the design. Very nice silversmith work, has a secure push clasp. Signed Mexico 925 TM-275 for Saul Moran Rodriquez.

Size: 7 ¾ inches

These sterling silver pierced hoops have a southwestern stamped design. They are large shiny hoops with a nice impressed pattern that looks Native American. See view A, B Signed LJ Sterling- excellent condition

Size: 1¼ inches

Vintage Native American coral and sterling screw back earrings. These large handcrafted earrings have a leaf and berry design with natural red coral cabochons. They have a dark oxidized background which makes the red coral really stand out. Marked Sterling - circa 1930's. See the backs.

Size: 1¼ inches

Weigh: 19.1 grams

Here are an adorable pair of Dutch Children in sterling silver. The boy is carrying a potted tulip and the young girl has a watering can. The children are wearing traditional clothing and shoes. The pins are in excellent condition. They are marked Sterling on the backs. - See the backs

Size: 1¾ inches

I really love these filigree sterling pierced earrings. They have an exotic appeal and a wonderful floral cut out design. See the backs. They are in excellent condition - Marked 925.

Size: 16mm

Native American made cuff links with a stamped design. They have an angled T-Bar mechanism that works well. They are marked Sterling on the back. See the backs and the mark.

Size: 1 inch

Lovely sterling silver earrings that are fashioned into leaves. They have a lot of depth and dimension, really pretty. These heavy sterling silver clip on earrings are marked Mexico, TC 55, 925~ This mark is attributed to Toño - Excellent condition

Size: 1 ½ inches

Antique sterling silver pin in a circular design. This heavy well made piece of jewelry. Has a fabulous dark patina. It is signed 925 Sterling and there is a partial mark that has Tasco written in script. The partial mark and the design appear to belong to Maricela - manufactured by silversmith Isidro Garcia. Circa 1940

Size: 1 ½ inches

Vintage pretty Sterling Silver Pierced Earrings that hang down 2 inches from french hoops. They are large ovals with x's or bows decorating the bottoms. They are in excellent shape. Marked 925 Mexico and T. See the back. See another view.

Size: 2 inches

This is a Mexican Sterling Modernist Heart Collar Necklace. It has a cut out heart next to a silver heart with a large heart shaped cubic zirconia. This is a perfect piece for your sweetheart or yourself. The choker measures, 1½ " in the center, ¼" at the ends and is 5½ " in depth. The necklace fits comfortably around the neck and can be pushed slightly open an. It is in excellent condition. The piece is so much more beautiful than the pictures. Signed MEXICO TH-42 960 and a stylized A. See view A, View B, View C, View D, View E, View F.

Weighs: 80.2 grams

This is a wonderful sterling silver and brass angel brooch by a Taxco, Mexico silversmith. It is the back of an angel with brass wings and a halo. It is in very good condition and will be perfect for the holiday season. Signed MEXICO TO-82 925 ~That is attributed to Pedro Ocampo Aviles. See another view, see the back. See the signature. It weighs 21 grams.

Size: 3 x 2½ inches

This is a set of sterling silver button covers. They are Native American made stamped or etched piece with a star pattern. Great gift for collectors, most likely made by the Navajo. Vintage  Sold as a set of 5. See a close up, See another view.

Size: 18mm

These sterling silver earrings have a wonderful almost architectural look. These pierced earrings were made in Thailand. See the backs, See another view. See the signature. They are in very good condition. Signed 925 Thailand SU on the backs.

Size: 1 ½ x 1 ¼ inches

Handsome figural brooch of an Arabian thief with a turban and scimitar. It is possibly from the "Thief of Bagdad" which was a popular theme in the 40's.It was designed by Goldstein and Lustig under patent # 144,052. It is listed in the Book, American Costume Jewelry: Art & Industry, 1935-1950. It is in excellent condition. - Signed Sterling- Circa 1946 ~See the back

Size: 2 inches

This is a large sterling silver pendant in the shape of a shell. It has nice large bail to slip on a chain, leather cord or a neck wire. It is really pretty and was made in Taxco Mexico, an area known for its beautiful silver work. Signed inside the bail-925 TN-49, that signature is attributed to Moises Narvaez Montero. It weighs 18.7 grams. See the back.

Size: 1 ¾ inch

Beautiful sterling silver bracelet with heart links. This bracelet was made in Italy and is nicely hallmarked. It has beautiful textured hearts linked together with a lobster clasp closure. It is in excellent condition. It is signed 925 Italy and SU - See View A, View B, View C. It weighs 8.7 grams.

Size: 7¼ inches

This 850 silver ring features a large round faceted garnet set in the middle of the ring. This gemstone is 10mm and weighs over 5.7 carats. It is a genuine Mozambique Garnet that is AA quality and has an intense deep red color. The heavy silver ring was made in Finland by Kultaseppa Salovarra. It has a sleek modern design and a high polish. It is in perfect condition. It has a split shank so the size is adjustable. See some other views 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. It is marked with a polar bear, a crown, 850H, R7 and the symbol for the town, Turku. See the marks. Circa 1970.

Size: 7

Weighs: 4.3 grams

This is a vintage sterling silver brooch that has a beautiful scrolling design from the Art Nouveau period. It is a heavy piece that has very romantic look. It weighs 13.9 grams and is in excellent condition. Unsigned -See the back.

Size: 1 x 1½ inches

We love this wonderful Southwestern style sterling silver brooch. It looks like a concho with stamped designs that are traditional Native American. There is a domed center with arrows and other southwestern design elements. ~  See the back. It is unmarked, but tests to be sterling silver. It weighs 12.7 grams. Possibly Native American Made. See another view.

Size: 2 ½ x 2 inches

Terrific Hans Hansen sterling and black enamel oval cuff links. This Danish silversmith is a highly regarded modernist designer. The ovals are mounted on curved bars marked 925 s Denmark and the older Double H mark and 850. Great collector pieces. Circa 1920's

Size: 1" w x ¾" inches

Vintage Georg Jensen jewelry is always in high demand, making this pair of dove earrings a great find. Jensen is Denmark's most famous silversmith and this is one of his best known designs. They are sterling silver with clip on backs. ~ Signed with Jensen logo Sterling Denmark 66. See the backs, See another view. They have a nice original, untouched patina and are in excellent condition.

Size: 1 inch     Weight: 11.4 g

This vintage sterling silver ring was made by designer Barry Kieselstein-Cord. It has been professionally polished and is in excellent condition. See some other views 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. It is signed © B Kieselstein-Cord 1997 925.

Size: 6.5

Weighs: 14.2 grams

Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver button style earrings that were made by Laton in Taxco, Mexico. They have a silver center with a mirror finish surrounded by a brass rim. See another view. See the backs. Signed 925 Laton Mexico TE-13. Weigh 13.1 grams

Size: 1 inch

This is a vintage sterling silver brooch that was made by Hand & Hammer Silversmiths from Colonial Williamsburg. It was made by the lost wax casting method, then polished by hand. It is a scalloped sea shell. Signed ©H & H sterling on the back -See the back and signature. See another view.

Size: 1 x 1½ inches

Here is a sterling silver brooch with a cute pair of cherubs or angels. They have wings and seem to be flying. It has a shiny finish and is in very good condition - Unsigned but tests as sterling~ See another view, see the back. It weighs 8 grams.

Size: 1¼ x 1 inches

This sterling silver bracelet has a modern twisted design with a gold washed roped wrapped around it. The bracelet is in excellent condition and is hinged to fit most wrists. It has a push clasp with a safety latch. It is a heavy piece that weighs a little over 27 grams. Signed 925 Thai GI. See View A, View B, View C.

Length: 7 inches

Arts and Crafts necklace with a unique pendant made of fossilized mammoth ivory. It dangles from a 17 inch sterling silver chain. It is in a sterling setting that has nice silver craftsmanship around the sides and on the textured back. Probably Native American made. Click here to see the back - Chain and pendant signed Sterling ~Circa 1960

Length: 17" chain- 3 ½ " pendant

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