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From left to right: early Mexican mark (before 1948), eagle mark (1948-c.1980), "letter and number" mark (c.1980-present). Alongside EAGLE and STERLING, the most frequently marks present on Mexican silver are HECHO EN MEXICO, MEXICO, TAXCO, PLATA, SILVER and fineness numbers as 0.900, 925, 0.925, 940, 950, 980.
The "Mexico Silver" or "Silver Made in Mexico" marks are seen on pieces from the 1920's through mid 1940's, their silver standard varies, but is commonly above .925 purity. The following number marks indicate silver purity in a percentage of 1000ths.
MEXICAN SILVER MARKS. Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CM (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals. Mexico's jewelry hallmarking system has undergone several changes over the course of history. In 1946, an Eagle Hallmarking System was implemented.
You can read the marks on Mexican silver jewelry by using a loupe, a small magnifying glass made specifically for examining jewelry. Learning how to interpret what you see will make you a better shopper and help you understand the value of the pieces you already own.
Identify Mexican silver marks and jewelry from Mexico. Recognize artisan signatures and initials to help you appraise your collection's market value or popularity. Learn how to quickly determine the age of Mexican silver by correctly identifying hallmarks as they changed over the years.
From left to right: early Mexican mark (before 1948), eagle mark (1948-c.1980), "letter and number" mark (c.1980-present). Alongside EAGLE and STERLING, the most frequently marks present on Mexican silver are HECHO EN MEXICO, MEXICO, TAXCO, PLATA, SILVER and fineness numbers as 0.900, 925, 0.925, 940, 950, 980.
Alongside EAGLE and STERLING, the most frequently marks present on Mexican silver are HECHO EN MEXICO, MEXICO, TAXCO, PLATA, SILVER and fineness numbers as 0.900, 925, 0.925, 940, 950, 980. MEXICO STERLING AND SILVERPLATE MAKERS: I - L. A - C D - H I - L M - O PA - PI PL - Q R -S T - Z.