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Hector Aguilar, Taller Borda Reproduction Sterling Silver Earrings by Jose Luis Flores

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These sterling silver earrings by Hector Aguilar for the Taller Borda of Taxco are a classic design from the golden period of Taxco jewelry design. The earrings were made by Jose Luis Flores who was a Maestro for Hector Aguilar for many years. He is currently in his 80’s and has made these earrings true to the original design. The parure is pictured in the book “Silver Masters of Mexico” by Penny Morrill on page 30.

Hector Aguilar, Taller Borda Reproduction Necklace Fine .980 Silver – Lyre Pattern

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This necklace was originally produced by Hector Aguilar for the Taller Borda in Taxco, Mexico. This necklace is featured in the book Mexican Silver by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk on page 104. The length of the necklace is of a longer length than typically seen. This necklace will age wonderfully with patina over time. Please see “Related Items” below for the matching bracelet (RB0018) & earrings (RE0018).

Hector Aguilar Sterling Silver Pre-Columbian Design Earrings by Maestro Jose Luis Flores

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These earrings are a recreation of a Hector Aguilar design from the golden period of Taxco jewelry production. Hector Aguilar was an early apprentice of Willliam Spratling and left to establish the Taller Borda in 1939. Sr. Aguilar utilized pre-Columbian motifs extensively in his designs and these earrings are a fabulous example. The earrings have been flawlessly recreated by Maestro Jose Luis Flores who worked with Hector Aguilar for many years. Quality and attention to detail are very evident in the earrings.