Bracelet Taxco Mexico
Silver Jewelry From Taxco Mexico’s Silver Capital
An intriguing combination of legend and fact the history of silver in Taxco is a story worth knowing. Originally Cortes himself opened the mines in the hills of Taxco after discovering that the Aztecs had been using silver for barter for centuries. In 1716 silver was re-discovered in Taxco by Don Jose del le Borda, when as legend has it, he was riding in the hills above Taxco and spotted a rich silver vein from the back of his horse. He became very wealthy as a result during a time when silver was worth almost as much as gold and in gratitude to the area built schools, roads and houses for the township.
His most famous contribution to the area is the Santa Prisca Cathedral, built in the Spanish Baroque style which can be seen from anywhere in Taxco as it glistens in the sunlight.Mexico’s war for Independence during the 19th century saw many of the mines destroyed as the Spanish barons fought to prevent them being lost to the revolutionaries. It wasn’t until a chance comment was made to William Spratling, a US citizen and architectural professor who came to the area in the late 1920′s to study Mexico and its culture that Taxco future potential as the world silver capital was realised.
Apparently the US Ambassador commented to Mr Spratling that Taxco had once been the site of seemingly bottomless silver mines for centuries but had not ever been considered a location where jewellery and object of silver where designed and made. This got William Spratling thinking and he set about finding and nurturing the potential talent in the locals and motivating the artisans in the Taxco area to rediscover the craft of silversmithing.Using his own designs he created an apprentice-based training system, training the artistic young and eager people of Taxco and giving them the opportunity to develop their skill as artists and silversmiths.
Within just a few years the quality and beauty of the silver workmanship coming out of the Taxco area gained worldwide recognition for Mexico and other cities where silver was mined soon followed suit.Williams first apprentices are now considered the old masters of Mexican Silver and Antonio Pineda, Hector Aguilar, Margot de Taxco, the Castillos, Ledesma and Chino Ruiz have produced and continue to craft some of the most highly prized and collectible pieces. Mr Spratling became known as “The Father of Mexican Silver” before his death in 1967 in a car accident and a silver bust of Mr Spratling resides in the towns museum to commemorate his contribution to Mexico and the town of Taxco.Every November Taxco holds it world famous ‘Silver Fair’ called ‘Feria Nacional de la Plata’ where craftsmen, artisans and silversmiths show their work and compete to win the prized award of ‘Best Silver Artist of the Fair.’
The local senorita’s also vie for the title of, “Queen of the Silver Fair” and the fair is celebrated with fireworks, concerts, dances and exhibits.Taxco which is pronounced Tahs-ko, itself is located in the hills between Acapulco and Mexico City and is a city with a natural ambiance and charm with its red-tiled roofs, narrow, cobblestone streets that wind up and down the hills of Taxco. These streets are a bustling hive of activity during the day with street merchants, taxi’s and shoppers all vying for space. Over 16,000 silver shops line the tiny Plasa Borda, all streets lead to this, the main plaza in Taxco where bartering is an exciting adventure.
Silver jewellery of every design can be seen in this tiny plaza and exquisite rings, necklaces, bracelets and bangles can be seen flashing in the sun and artfully draped over black clothes to test even the greatest willpower. For those looking for silver it is a Mecca and no-one can help coming back to their accommodation without snagging a bargain or two.
Mexico has three cities where silver jewellery is manufactured; Mexico City itself, Guadalajara and Taxco. Taxco is known s “The Silver Capital of the World.”Mexican silver jewellery so prized around the world for a number of reasons:
- As the biggest silver producer in the world today, it is easy to obtain pure silver and most silver jewellery coming out of Mexico is made of sterling silver or 925 silver. Other countries more notably some of the Asian countries tend to dilute their silver to make it go further and it is common to find jewellery at .800 silver content.
- Most pieces are hand finished by artisans called silversmiths who hand down their craft through traditional apprenticeships and along with an education these apprentices are given a passion and a love for their art.
Mexican jewellery can be found in every corner of the world and retains its value over the years because of its quality and unmistakable style.
About the Author
The Jewellery Gallery at Carringtons’ is both a shop in one of the world busiest tourist destinations, Noosa on the Sunshine Coast with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is also a website designed to allow viewers and purchasers the convenience of purchasing beautiful silver jewelry “wearable art’, from all over the world. The Carrington girls travel widely and personally choose each piece for its beauty and value, for more information: The Jewellery Gallery
925 Sterling Taxco mexican jade bracelet
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MARGOT DE TAXCO DESIGN MEXICAN 980 SILVER VINTAGE DESIGN SNAKE BRACELET MEXICO $249.95 |
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2 VINTAGE925 STERLING BRACELETS 1 TAXCO MEXICO-1 PLAINE $50.00 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER MULTI INLAY BANGLE BRACELET MEXICO $99.95 |
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NICE VINTAGE SILVERPLATE BANGLE BRACELET – from Mexico,Taxco. $8.00 |
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Vintage TAXCO MEXICO Sterling Silver BRACELET 9 grams SIGNED Mexican $32.99 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO MEXICO CHUNKY THICK STERLING SILVER GRAPE LINK BRACELET 49.3 GRAMS $83.99 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO MEXICO STERLING SILVER GRAPE CLUSTER BRACELET PIN PENDANT EARRINGS $249.99 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER AMETHYST SHELL BRACELET 15808 $295.00 |
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ENGRAVABLE TAXCO MADE IN MEXICO BANGLE BRACELET – 14.2G Sterling Silver 925 T $39.99 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER TURQUOISE BEADED BEAD CLAMPER BRACELET MEXICO $239.95 |
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Taxco Mexico Sterling Inlaid Stones Snake Design Hinged Hook Bracelet $14.99 |
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STERLING SILVER 925 Vintage Taxco Mexico Tennis Racquet Hinged Bangle Bracelet $20.00 |
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Mexico/Taxco Sterling Silver/925 Beaded Cuff Bracelet $64.99 |
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FABULOUS STERLING SILVER CUFF BRACELET 32 G 7 1/4″ MEXICO TAXCO? TB-59 3*23*12 $40.00 |
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FABULOUS WOMEN’S STERLING SILVER LINK BRACELET 34.9 G 7″ MEXICO TAXCO TS-95 $40.00 |
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Taxco, Mexico 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet. 42g, 7.5″, 19cm $155.00 |
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Taxco, Mexico 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet. 42g, 7.5″, 19cm $159.00 |
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RIC Erika Hult de Corral Silver Bracelet Taxco Mexico $249.99 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER CALALILY FLORAL FLOWER CUFF BRACELET MEXICO $169.95 |
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Taxco Mexico Malachite Silver Hinged Bracelet Modernist $125.00 |
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VINTAGE DESIGN TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER AMETHYST TURQUOISE BRACELET MEXICO $295.00 |
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Vintage Old Mexico Sterling Silver Taxco Grape Cluster Bracelet $140.00 |
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VINTAGE MATL DESIGN TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER AMETHYST BRACELET MEXICO $395.00 |
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Vintage Mexico Sterling Silver 925 Cuff Bracelet 11.1 Grams ~~ Taxco? Scrap? $3.25 |
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WOMEN’S SILVER & TURQUOISE LINK BRACELET MEXICO TC-C5 TAXCO? 7″ 30 G 3*5*12 $50.00 |
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VINTAGE STERLING TAXCO MEXICO SIGNED LINK BRACELET 34.8gm 6 7/8 long $149.00 |
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Taxco Mexico 925 sterling silver bracelet bangle cuff $74.99 |
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Sterling Silver Red Jasper Inlay Bracelet Taxco Mexico $82.00 |
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Vtg Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Modernist Necklace Earrings Bracelet Tigers Eye $950.00 |
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VINTAGE DESIGN MARGOT DE TAXCO DESIGN MEXICAN 950 SILVER BRACELET MEXICO $395.00 |
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.925 sterling silver unique WAVE CUFF DNA BRACELET. Handcrafted in TAXCO, MEXICO $54.99 |
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Vintage Sterling Silver 925 Taxco Mexico Bangle Bracelet $33.00 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER DESERT LIFE COYOTE BRACELET MEXICO $229.95 |
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Mexico Sterling Silver Bracelet Bangle Red Coral Onyx Abalone Inlay 925 Taxco $24.99 |
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Vintage TAXCO Mexico Alpaca Abalone Shell Mask Link Bracelet $15.00 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO AZTEC MAYAN WARRIOR STERLING MEXICO LG LINK BRACELET UNIQUE DESIGN $69.00 |
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VINTAGE MEXICO ARTISAN TAXCO STERLING 925 CLASPED HANDS WIDE CUFF CLAMP BRACELET $145.00 |
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Vintage Signed Sterling Bracelet TE-26 or 28 Mexico Southwest Taxco $35.00 |
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Artiemio NAVARRETE 980 Sterling Silver Taxco Mexico Bracelet Spratling $479.00 |
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Vintage Sterling Designer Bangle Bracelet Taxco Mexico $40.00 |
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Estate Modernist .925 Taxco Mexico Crysocolla Silver Bracelet Designer JBO $87.00 |
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Vintage Sterling Silver Abalone TAXCO Hinged Bracelet Mexico carved signed $45.00 |
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Vintage Sterling Sun Face Clip On Clipback Earrings & Bracelet Set-Taxco Mexico! $45.86 |
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Dragon’s Breath Opal And Sterling Bracelet “hecho en Taxco Mexico,” and Eagle $239.95 |
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Green Onyx Sterling Silver Mask Bracelet “Hecho en Taxco Mexico,” and Eagle 925 $125.95 |
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Vintage Art Deco Taxco Mexico Mexican Silver 980 1/2 Spheres Bracelet pre 1940′s $47.97 |
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Vintage Sterling Silver Taxco, Mexico Abalone Bracelet 1940′s $79.00 |
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VINTAGE MODERNIST SOLID STERLING SILVER BRASS SIGNED LATON TAXCO MEXICO BRACELET $39.99 |
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RARE Vintage 1940′s Taxco Mexico 940 Silver Bracelet W/ Abalone DAMASO GALLEGOS $199.99 |
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BRAIDED SILVER CUFF BRACELET TAXCO MEXICO UNISEX 22 GRAMS STERLING NEW $55.24 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Bracelet Hopi Overlay Design Eagle 3 $50.00 |
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Serpent Sterling Silver Mexico Taxco Bangle Bracelet-Snake-TH-52 925 Size:8 ” $69.00 |
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VINTAGE PEDRO CASTILLO TAXCO MEXICO STERLING SILVER HEAVY BRACELET 81GRMS 15698 $425.00 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico 925 Sterling Silver Floral Etched Ball Thick Bracelet 79.2g $189.99 |
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VINTAGE DESIGN MARGOT DE TAXCO DESIGN MEXICAN 950 SILVER BRACELET MEXICO $129.95 |
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VINTAGE signed TAXCO MEXICO STERLING SILVER 925 BANGLE BRACELET $25.00 |
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HUGE Vintage ~TAXCO~ Mexico Cuff Bracelet Clamper Hinged 1940′s Sterling Silver $324.99 |
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Vintage Sterling Mexico Bracelet Yellow Flowers on Blue Lucite Acrylic Taxco ? $15.49 |
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Vintage Estate Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Bracelet Fine Mexican Used Jewelry $300.00 |
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Vintage TAXCO Sterling Silver & Onyx Hinged Cuff Bracelet, TF-49 Mexico 925 $70.00 |
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VTG Mexico Sterling Silver Red Stone Taxco Bracelet & Ring Set – 20 Grams $39.99 |
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Bracelet cuff sterling SOLID SILVER 925 made in Taxco Mexico stamped 925 $190.00 |
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VTG TAXCO MEXICO STERLING SILVER & TURQUOISE BRACELET $52.00 |
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TAXCO SUN Artisan Handmade Pearls & Sterling Silver Bracelet NOVICA Mexico $130.35 |
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VINTAGE CITLAL CASTILLO TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER BRACELET 16064 $245.00 |
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Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet Taxco Mexico Synthetic Opals C1930 $99.00 |
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FROM TAXCO, MEXICO, .925 STERLING SILVER ONYX DNA BRACELET. HAMMERED. ADJUSTABLE $129.99 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Inlaid Azurite Cuff Bracelet TH-130 $48.25 |
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VINTAGE DESIGN MARGOT DE TAXCO DESIGN MEXICAN 950 SILVER FISH BRACELET MEXICO $595.00 |
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RARE UNUSUAL STERLING SILVER WITH STONES TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN BRACELET WATCH $300.00 |
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STERLING & BRASS TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN CARVED ABALONE MASK BRACELET $21.00 |
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Taxco Mexico Vintage cuff silver bracelet $125.75 |
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Taxco Mexico Vintage sterling cuff silver bracelet $125.75 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico sterling bracelet cuff hinged $125.75 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico S/Silver Buckle Bracelet & Ring $150.00 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico stamped cuff bracelet $125.75 |
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Contemporary Scroll Silver Bracelet Taxco Mexico $26.00 |
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HEAVY VINTAGE STERLING SILVER TAXCO HECHO EN MEXICO BRACELET $63.86 |
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TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER COUGAR BOBCAT LYNX CUFF BRACELET 15670 $145.00 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexican Mexico 925 Sterling Silver Malachite TJ-63 Bracelet 43 gm $99.99 |
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Vintage Sterling Silver Fashion Link Bracelet; Taxco, Mexico ~ 7-1/2″ x 14.5mm $82.64 |
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DECO MEXICAN Silver Amethyst BRACELET Repousse BEADS and GEMS Mexico TAXCO $95.00 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Turquoise Stone XO Bracelet 45g Heavy $85.00 |
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Vintage Taller Borda Gabriel Flores 940 Sterling Silver Bracelet Taxco Mexico $225.00 |
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Taxco Sterling Heavy Cuff Bracelet – 30.6g – Mexico 925 $30.00 |
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VINTAGE DESIGN TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER FISH BRACELET MEXICO 44 grams $59.00 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER DECO BRACELET .925 HALLMARKED MEXICO $219.99 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER VINTAGE BRACELET .925 HALLMARKED MEXICO $225.99 |
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TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER VINTAGE BRACELET .925 HALLMARKED MEXICO $194.99 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN HEAVY SILVER BRACELET W. BLACK ONYX ROUND CABOCHONS $149.99 |
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Vintage Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff BRACELET 29 gram $41.95 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER SIGNED BRACELET BLUE GLASS LINKS $119.99 |
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VINTAGE TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER LAPIS BRACELET $29.00 |
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VTG TAXCO MEXICO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER SODALITE LAPIS BLUE GEMSTONE BRACELET $51.10 |
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Vtg Signed LOS CASTILLO Taxco Sterling Silver Copper Brass Bracelet Mexico 45.1g $88.00 |
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VINTAGE DESIGN MOLINA TAXCO MEXICAN STERLING SILVER FISH BRACELET MEXICO $395.00 |
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AMETHYST RAIN Handmade TAXCO STERLING SILVER LINK BRACELET ART Novica Mexico $139.95 |
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16g Mexico Signed Taxco Artist TR-102 Small Wrist Modernist Star Bangle Bracelet $24.99 |
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Genuine Vintage HECTOR AGUILAR Taxco Mexico 940 Sterling Silver Lyre Bracelet $795.00 |
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ANTONIO MARIA PINEDA TAXCO 970 SILVER MEXICO 142 GRMS MODERNIST BRACELET 15700 $1,550.00 |
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Pearl link bracelet, ‘Taxco Pinwheels’ (Mexico) $169.95 Spinning round and round, pinwheels remain a favored toy by children in Mexico. Admiring traditions, Alon Diller designs this elegant bracelet. It is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. Iridescent pearls add a spectacular accent. .950 Silver |
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Pearl link bracelet Taxco Pinwheels (Mexico) $169.95 Spinning round and round, pinwheels remain a favored toy by children in Mexico. Admiring traditions, Alon Diller designs this elegant bracelet. It is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. Iridescent pearls add a spectacular accent. .950 Silver |
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Chrysocolla cuff bracelet, ‘Taxco Mystique’ (Mexico) $252.95 Chrysocolla lures with exotic elegance, its blue green beauty said to inspire wisdom and peace. Alon Diller showcases the natural gem in a mystical design. The cuff bracelet is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. .950 Silver |
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Chrysocolla cuff bracelet Taxco Mystique (Mexico) $252.95 Chrysocolla lures with exotic elegance, its blue green beauty said to inspire wisdom and peace. Alon Diller showcases the natural gem in a mystical design. The cuff bracelet is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. .950 Silver |
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Best Western Taxco, Taxco De Alarcon,,Mexico $90 Hotel property Best Western Taxco, 2 Star, J.Nibbi #2 in Taxco De Alarcon, Mexico |
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Blue topaz and garnet cuff bracelet, ‘Taxco Harmony’ (Mexico) $234.95 Bold and elegant, this bracelet is the unique design of Guillermo Arregui in Mexico. The cuff is crafted by hand with highly polished silver featuring a hammered texture. Arregui adds peridot, blue topaz, citrine, moonstone and garnet to his design for a harmonious contrast. .925 Sterling silver |
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Hotel Montetaxco, Taxco De Alarcon,,Mexico $160 Hotel property Hotel Montetaxco, Fraccionamiento Lomas De Taxco Sin Numero in Taxco De Alarcon, Mexico |
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Best Western Taxco $81 Welcome to the Best Western Taxco, located in the heart of Mexico in a small Mexican town between Mexico City and Acapulco |
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Turquoise bracelet, ‘Fortunes’ (Mexico) $214.95 Like clouds with silver lining, this bracelet accessorizes with fortunate elegance. The design is by Mexico’s Oscar Figueroa, who combines the raw, natural beauty of turquoise with legendary Taxco silver. The natural shape and size of the beads may result in their different order towards the clasp. .925 Sterling silver. |
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Victoria Hotel, Taxco De Alarcon,,Mexico $75 Hotel property Victoria Hotel, Carlos J Nibby 5 & 7 Colonial Centro in Taxco De Alarcon, Mexico |
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Silver link bracelet The Sierra (Mexico) $197.95 Alon Diller designs a bracelet of powerful elegance featuring a dance of contrasts between textures and finishes. It is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. .950 silver |
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Silver link bracelet, ‘The Sierra’ (Mexico) $197.95 Alon Diller designs a bracelet of powerful elegance featuring a dance of contrasts between textures and finishes. It is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. .950 silver |
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Sterling silver pendant necklace, ‘Taxco Mandala’ (Mexico) $117.95 Maria Belen Nilson honors Buddhist and Hindu practices with this luminous mandala pendant. Mandalas are used for spiritual teachings to aid meditation and concentration. The necklace is crafted by hand with sterling silver mined in Taxco, Mexico. .925 Sterling silver |
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Sterling silver pendant necklace Taxco Mandala (Mexico) $117.95 Maria Belen Nilson honors Buddhist and Hindu practices with this luminous mandala pendant. Mandalas are used for spiritual teachings to aid meditation and concentration. The necklace is crafted by hand with sterling silver mined in Taxco, Mexico. .925 Sterling silver |
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Bracelet, ‘Charisma’ (Mexico) $279.95 Oscar Figueroa Escorcia’s unique sense of style and elegance is evident in his “Jacks” design collection, named after the children’s game. Crafted of sterling silver mined in Taxco, the bracelet’s links are a stylized version of the game’s familiar pieces. .925 Sterling silver |
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Bracelet, ‘Soul’s Source’ (Mexico) $522.95 Spiraling inward toward a secret abode, silver seeks the innermost part of the soul. Oscar Figueroa creates a stylized design that encircles the wrist with beauty. The wide, handcrafted cuff bracelet is fashioned of silver mined in Taxco. .925 Sterling silver |
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Bracelet Charisma (Mexico) $279.95 Oscar Figueroa Escorcia’s unique sense of style and elegance is evident in his “Jacks” design collection, named after the children’s game. Crafted of sterling silver mined in Taxco, the bracelet’s links are a stylized version of the game’s familiar pieces. .925 Sterling silver |
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Bracelet Souls Source (Mexico) $522.95 Spiraling inward toward a secret abode, silver seeks the innermost part of the soul. Oscar Figueroa creates a stylized design that encircles the wrist with beauty. The wide, handcrafted cuff bracelet is fashioned of silver mined in Taxco. .925 Sterling silver |
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Hotel Boutique Pueblo Lindo, Taxco De Alarcon,,Mexico $90 Hotel property Hotel Boutique Pueblo Lindo, Miguel Hidalgo #30 Colonia Centro in Taxco De Alarcon, Mexico |
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Pearl pendant necklace, ‘Taxco Pinwheels’ (Mexico) $72.95 Spinning round and round, pinwheels remain a favored toy by children in Mexico. Admiring traditions, Alon Diller designs this elegant necklace. It is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. An iridescent pearl adds a spectacular accent. .950 silver |
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Pearl dangle earrings, ‘Taxco Pinwheels’ (Mexico) $47.95 Spinning round and round, pinwheels remain a favored toy by children in Mexico. Admiring traditions, Alon Diller designs these elegant earrings. They are crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. Iridescent pearls add a spectacular accent. .950 silver |
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Pearl dangle earrings Taxco Pinwheels (Mexico) $47.95 Spinning round and round, pinwheels remain a favored toy by children in Mexico. Admiring traditions, Alon Diller designs these elegant earrings. They are crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. Iridescent pearls add a spectacular accent. .950 silver |
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Pearl pendant necklace Taxco Pinwheels (Mexico) $72.95 Spinning round and round, pinwheels remain a favored toy by children in Mexico. Admiring traditions, Alon Diller designs this elegant necklace. It is crafted by hand with silver from Taxco mines. An iridescent pearl adds a spectacular accent. .950 silver |