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Shopping for a gift for a man in your life? Looking to treat yourself to something special? Choosing the right piece of men’s Mexican silver jewelry can be difficult! With so many options to consider and styles to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start! In this month’s post, we’ve taken […]

Mexican jewelry has a rich tradition dating back literally thousands of years. In the past, we’ve written about the historical use of silver in Mexican jewelry. Today we’ll talk about how native Mexican artisans have used gemstones to add flair, style, and deep meaning to their incredible works of art. You’ll learn the history of […]

We love sharing details about our favorite gemstones and materials. So far, we’ve looked at opal, copper, onyx and more. This month we are talking about two unique and beautiful gemstones: coral and pearl. Why are we grouping these two gemstones together? Though they both have their own unique history and characteristics, they also share […]

Cultures around the world have celebrations for the dead around the end of October and beginning of November. In the United States, Halloween is celebrated on October 31st. Known primarily for dressing up in costume and indulging in candy and other goodies, this fun American holiday has lost some of the spirituality at the core […]

It’s hard to think of a place in the world more famous for its beautiful silver jewelry than Taxco, Mexico. That’s no coincidence. Silver has a long and rich history in the city whose history extends back to well before Spanish colonization. Get ready to travel back in time and learn about the tradition of […]

Finding the perfect gift is never easy, and some people are harder to shop for than others! One of the reasons I love living in Zihuatanejo, Mexico is that beautiful handcrafted gifts are always just a short trip away. I love giving people handmade pieces! There’s just something special about a unique, thoughtful gift you […]

We’re proud to sell pieces by the Molina family, who has been producing Mexican sterling silver jewelry for generations. All of their pieces are inspired by animals or nature. The Molinas’ designs are renowned for being highly detailed and intricate. Their most popular design by far is fish. Their jaguar and owl designs are very […]