Mexican Culture

At Mexican Silver Store, we are proud of our wide selection of bracelets made from authentic Mexican sterling silver, gemstones, and other unique metals and materials. While it is certainly hard to pick favorites, below we’ve linked to some of the most popular and unique bracelets that we offer. Check them out and keep reading […]

Mexico’s history is filled with many intriguing and fascinating twists and turns. From the pre-Columbian era to the country’s history with silver, the many eras and events have shaped what we today call Mexico. While there are too many events and moments to possibly scratch the surface with a blog post, keep reading to learn […]

There are few types of jewelry as vibrant as Mexican jewelry. Whether you’re looking for classic silver jewelry, gemstone-centered pieces, or something that represents your love of nature, there is a style of Mexican jewelry for you! Keep reading to learn about the common metals and a few of the different styles commonly found in […]

It’s no secret that many iconic styles have come out of Mexico thanks to its rich history, world famous art, and vibrant culture. With that in mind, it’s also no surprise that each year, when fashion magazines release their trend reports for the coming seasons, many popular Mexican jewelry styles fit right in with the […]

It’s no secret that Mexico’s culture is world-renowned for its vibrancy and influence. Just take a look at the Mexican restaurants, tequila cocktails, and Frida Kahlo murals in cities around the world — Mexico is a cultural force like no other. We’ve compiled some of our favorite Mexican cultural exports that we believe have changed […]

Between the country’s film, music, art, and jewelry, the effect that Mexico’s creative icons have had on global popular culture is palpable. Read on to learn about some of Mexico’s most important and iconic cultural figures.   1. Frida Kahlo Frida Kahlo was a Mexican painter active in the mid-20th century and is likely the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]