Mexico has some of the richest silver deposits in the world so it stands to reason that sterling silver jewelry would be made by artisans there. These deposits have been in there for centuries, however the Mayans and Aztecs cared little for them so it wasn't until Europeans arrived in the 16th century that they were tapped into. Today silver jewelry is one of Mexico's biggest exports.
Mexican silver jewelry designs are influenced by many things. Native religions along with Christian influence abounds in these stylish pieces which often combine semi precious gemstones such as onyx, amethyst, malachite and turquoise as well as shell such as mother of pearl and abalone.
Vintage Mexican jewelry pieces are often just stamped with the eagle assay mark and, if you are lucky, the makers initials. However, there were some craftspeople like Los Castillo, Margot De Taxco and William Spratling whose work is well marked and is highly prized today.
Wholesale jewelry store can provide the perfect choice for wedding jewelry.
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