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What is Taxco 980?

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What is Taxco 980?
Taxco 980 is a phrase found on some pieces of jewelry. "Taxco" refers to Taxco de Alarcón, a city in Mexico famed for its silver jewelry studios. The number "980" indicates 980 silver, an alloy that is 98 percent silver and 2 percent other metal. Jewelry marked "Taxco 980" originates from the Mexican city and features 980 silver construction. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Taxco silver jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Mid-Century Signed Margot de Taxco Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican modernist necklace. By Margot de Taxco. In sterling silver. With bead-set lozenge shaped links supporting a conforming pendant (that also converts to a brooch). Mo...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Margot de Taxco Cloisonne and Silver Grape Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Margot de Taxco silver and enamel yellow grape necklace. Made in Mexico with Margot de Taxco hallmark markings. Features a box clasp that is in good working condition. This is a stri...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Margot de Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Earrings
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed Mexican silver & enamel earrings. By Margot de Taxco. In sterling silver with a parcel liver sulfur patina. The original clip backs have been altered to post...
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20th Century Mexican Modern Chandelier Earrings

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Sterling Silver

Margot de Taxco Enamel and Silver Necklace and Two Pair of Earrings
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Margot de Taxco Enamel and SIlver Necklace and Two Pair of Earrings The design is a stylized heart and ball. Design #5463. The necklace/earrings are champleve style confetti enamel o...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Margot de Taxco Enamel and Silver Bracelet and Earring Set
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Add a splash of color and mid-century flair to your wardrobe with this Margot de Taxco bracelet and earring set. Crafted between 1948 and 1955, this design features a striking blue c...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Modern Bracelets

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Silver, Enamel

Margot de Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Astrological Taurus Pendant Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican Mid-Century astrological necklace. By Margot de Taxco. In sterling silver. Comprising a diamond shaped pendant centered on a leaping bull Taurus astrological sign w...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

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