Hector Aguilar was born in 1905, he apprenticed under William Spratling at a young age, and by the age of 30, he was the top shop manager for William Spratling. Inspired by Aztec and Mextex art, Aguilar preferred to work with purer silver (rated at 940 rather than the customary 925 of Sterling Silver). Gifted with a keen business sense as well as his artistic ability, and due to wartime shortages in the US, Aguilar was able to secure a contract with the American costume jewelry company Coro in 1943, to produce silver jewelry, supplying Coro with unique Mexican designs until 1950. In 1948, Aguilar opened the Taller Borda, which quickly became one of the premier retail silver outlets in Taxco, where they offered the highest quality fine silver jewelry, hollowware and flatware that was produced at the Aguilar workshops.
Hector Aguilar Mexican Sterling Silver Butterfly Brooch
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Beautiful and stylish butterfly brooch by renowned silversmith Hector Aguilar. This brooch measures 1" x 1" and weighs approximately .5 oz. This brooch is in fair condition with some...
Sterling Silver
Hector Aguilar Modernist 990 Silver Cornucopia Brooch Pendant, Mexico
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Queens, NY
Hector Aguilar Taxco 990 Silver Brooch Pendant, designed as a cornucopia motif incised and oxidized with brightly polished finish, worn through fabric with pinstem, joint and catch, ...
Silver
Margot de Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver & Enamel Brooch
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Mexican silver & enamel brooch. By Margot de Taxco. In sterling silver with turquoise blue enamel. In the form of a coiled leaf or sprig. Fully marked to the revers...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$1,850
W 2.92 in D 0.2 in L 3 in
William Spratling Mexican Modernist Sterling Silver & Gemstone 'Conch" Brooch
By William Spratling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine William Spratling brooch or pin. In the shape of a stylized conch shell supported by a dark green disc. Comprised of sterling silver and a smooth polished dark green gemston...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Comedie Francaise Baroque Heart Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage COMEDIE FRANCAISE gold toned openwork heart brooch featuring opulent Baroque ornamental details and a cupid on a side. Mar...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bunny Rabbit Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bunny Rabbit Brooch is a charming and collectible piece of jewelry, blending traditional craftsmanship with ...
Sterling Silver
$278Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.17 in W 1.19 in
Vintage Aztec Inspired Sterling Silver Brooch/Pendant, Mexico
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Rare Vintage Aztec-Inspired Sterling Silver Brooch/Pendant. A dual-function piece: can be worn as a brooch (pin) or as a pendant on a chain. Inspired by Aztec art. Crafted in Mexico,...
Silver
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Embroidered Flower Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage jewelled gold toned brooch embellished with a massive embroidered flower. Marked CHRISTIAN LACROIX CL Made in France. Indicative measurements : max. heigh...
Gilt Metal
Vintage CHANEL Cornucopia Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL Cornucopia Pearl Brooch Symbol of abundance. Measurements: Height: 2.75 inches (7 cm) Width: 3.74 inches (9.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Double cornuco...
Art Deco Clear Crystal Dress, Shoe Clip, Rhodium Plated, Early 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
An extravagant clip from the art deco era! Features brilliant, emerald and round cut clear crystals on a rhodium-plated metal setting. An eye catching vintage accessory!
Crystal, Rhodium
Vintage silver tone modernist designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A67 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESI...
Mexican Modernist Carnelian Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dramatic Modernistic Mexican Sterling Silver Brooch with a brass finish dangling a Carnellian ball accent.
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Vintage Silver Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Silver Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant is a versatile and elegant piece that reflects timeless charm and craftsmanship. Hand-carved from genuine shell, the cameo features a b...
Silver
$1,250
H 1.62 in W 1.42 in D 0.4 in
Björn Weckstrom Finnish Modernist Sterling Silver Brooch / Pendant for Lapponia
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Finnish modernist sterling silver brooch or pendant. By Björn Weckstrom for Lapponia. Fashioned in cast silver to look and feel like folded metal or fabric. Worn as a...
Sterling Silver
Antonio Sterling Orchid Brooch
By Hector Aguilar
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Antonio Sterling Orchid Brooch from the 1940's. Hand made in sterling sheet metal with early hallmark. 940 standard silver (higher than sterling). 1940's Mexico. 2.5" x 1.75".
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W 1.32 in L 24.5 in
Rare Vintage Hector Aguilar Silver Chrysocolla Necklace, Taxco Mexico, 1949-1955
By Hector Aguilar
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful rare necklace features a most spectacular crysocolla cabochon stone measuring 31mm by 25mm with superb inclusions forming an image one might see looking at the earth's...
Chrysocolla, Silver
Hector Aguilar Sterling Silver Mexican Modernist Parrot Brooch
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large scale sterling silver parrot brooch created by Hector Aguilar of Taxco, Mexico. Aguilar apprenticed under master jeweler William Spratling. Brooch measures 2.5" by 4.25" and ...
Sterling Silver