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The world is filled with beautiful places. What’s better than visiting these wonderful cities and immersing yourself in what makes them special? Whether that’s pizza in Naples, a Guinness beer in Dublin, or sushi in Tokyo, it’s always rewarding. For the jewelry lovers out there, we’ve compiled some of the premier cities in the world […]

While Mexican jewelry is no doubt best known for the elegance of sterling silver, no jewelry collection would be complete without some pieces of authentic Mexican gemstone jewelry as well. We speak with many customers that are unfamiliar with this style of jewelry and the many different types of gemstones used. Read on to learn […]

We love all things Mexican silver jewelry here at Mexican Silver Store. While Mexican silver jewelry is known throughout the world, there are still many misconceptions about what it is, where it comes from, and what really makes it distinct from other types of silver jewelry. Read on to learn more about all things Mexican […]

It’s no secret that for almost a hundred years, modern day Taxco, Mexico has become a hub for unique and traditional handmade Mexican silver jewelry. But how did it become famous for this? A large part of it has been attributed to William Spratling, an architect, writer, and artist turned jewelry designer who moved to […]

Fashion is one of the easiest ways we all have to express our own personal style — but jewelry can be a great way to do this, too.  In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the most common styles you’ll see in modern day Mexican jewelry, plus what kind of influence […]

Did you know humans have been wearing jewelry for thousands of years? Used in wedding ceremonies, celebrations, religious rituals, to mark status, or just for everyday function and self expression, many of the world’s regions have their own style of jewelry.  Jewelry can be a great way to represent culture and tradition, or introduce bold […]

Mexico is a country with a long history and vibrant culture. But did you know it has only been a country for a little over 200 years?  For tens of thousands of years before that, modern day Mexico was part of Mesoamerica. This region saw the rise and fall of many great civilizations that have […]

It‘s no secret that Mexico has one of the most vibrant cultures in the world. Between the iconic jewelry styles, delicious food, and influential visual art, there might not be a culture in the world with more colorful and impactful imagery. While themes run the gamut throughout all of these creations, one thing remains a […]

There’s a lot more to a taco than a meat or veggie filling and a tortilla. While a somewhat recent culinary invention, there is still not a dish that encapsulates the many diverse culinary traditions of Mexico than the humble taco.  Read on to learn the history of tacos, what part of Mexico your favorite […]

When you think of Mexico, you likely think of the country as it is today. Vibrant and established as a modern country. But did you know that people have been living in what is today Mexico for tens of thousands of years? And that much like the United States, the country is actually only a […]