The tiangus

Every Saturday the silversmiths in Taxco sell directly to the customer in a market called the tiangus. While not all of the silversmiths sell here, the work displays a wide variety of skill and quality. In addition to the sterling silver, plated goods are sold. One should exercise caution when buying, but a knowledgable buyer can do well, and sometimes find new and unique designs.

Some of the sellers in the tiangus also have retail shops, and the tiangus provides an additional outlet. Others sell to the larger shops or to wholesalers, so selling in the tiangus allows them to obtain a larger percentage of the sale price.

If you find yourself in Taxco on a Saturday morning, treat yourself to a walk though the tiangus, but remember "caveat emptor".