Sterling silver, shaped into leaves by a platero whose craft is older than the road that leads to his town.
This leaf bracelet from Taxco, Mexico is the kind of piece that proves a point: contemporary design and centuries-old craftsmanship are not in conflict. The modern leaf motifs are rendered with the precision and hand-finishing that Taxco's plateros have practiced for over 250 years — each leaf contoured, each edge finished by hand. The result is a bracelet that reads as current and wears as an heirloom. At 85 grams, it has genuine weight. It announces itself when it lands on a table.
About Taxco silver
Taxco de Alarcón, in the mountains of Guerrero, has been Mexico's silver capital since the 18th century. The silversmithing families there still hand-finish every piece — there is no Taxco assembly line, no mass-production shortcut. The leaf bracelet is a contemporary expression of that tradition: modern in its geometry, traditional in its execution, unmistakably Taxco in its quality.
Materials & craftsmanship
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Metal: Sterling silver from Taxco, Mexico
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Design: Leaf motifs, modern sculptural style
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Technique: Hand-finished Taxco silverwork
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Style: Statement bracelet
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Origin: Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico
Dimensions
Styling
Wear it alone — this bracelet is a standalone statement and does not need company. With a silk blouse and dark trousers for an evening look. With a linen shirt rolled at the sleeve for a casual but considered daytime appearance. The leaf motifs work across seasons: fresh and botanical in summer, architectural and warm in fall and winter.
Care
Polish with a soft silver cloth. Store in an airtight pouch or anti-tarnish bag. Avoid perfume, lotion, chlorine, and water. Do not use abrasive polishes on hand-finished surfaces.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a vintage or current production piece?
This bracelet is vintage, sourced from private collections rather than current production. The patina of the silver reflects its age and origin.
How heavy is it?
At 85 grams, this is a substantial bracelet — you will feel it on the wrist, in a good way. It sits with authority and does not slide around.
Can it be resized?
Sterling silver bracelets of this design type can often be adjusted by a local silversmith. Contact the shop for guidance specific to this piece.
What makes Taxco silver different from standard sterling?
Taxco silver is the same .925 alloy as standard sterling, but the distinguishing quality is the hand-finishing and design tradition specific to the plateros of Taxco. The level of craft detail is not reproducible at industrial scale.
