Taxco Sterling & Amethyst set - I.D. HELP request

Bardist · Post by **Bardist** » Thu Jun 11, 2009 1:19 pm

Hi:
I am new to the boards and hoping I might get some help to Identify the artist and an approximate age for a vintage Taxco Sterling & Amethys set I have. I hope the photos are clear enough for viewing. Any information is appreciated. Thank you in advance.

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admarketer1 · Post by **admarketer1** » Mon Jul 27, 2009 12:29 am

I can clearly see "HECHO EN MEXICO" around "FARFAN" in the center. FarFan was a well-known silver manufacturer in Mexico City during Wm. Spratling's lifetime. I'm not sure if they are still in business.

Bardist · Post by **Bardist** » Mon Jul 27, 2009 7:50 am

Hi and thank you for your reply and information. I was also recently told that these pieces probably date back to the 1930's or 40's. Apparently the FCS is eagle 195.