An American named William Spratling is credited with starting the modern Taxco silver movement in 1929. At that time, Taxco was becoming a mecca for artists and writers. Soon after, Taxco also became a popular vacation spot and a high-end shopping destination for unique silver jewelry. Mexican silver jewelry is prized by collectors and museums alike. Some say that the best Taxco vintage silver jewelry dates from the 1930s to the 1950s, but most of it at any date is true artwork.