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Mexican amber jewelry
By Carlos Alvarez · 12 years ago
One of the more traditional forms of jewelry in Mexico is Mexican amber. Amber, known for its rich orange-brown color, is actually petrified tree sap from the prehistoric ages. As such, it's not uncommon to ...
What is Sterling Silver?
By Carlos Alvarez · 12 years ago
Everyone knows what silver is. It' s on the Periodic Table of Elements, number 47 (Ag) to be precise. But what is the difference between silver as an element, and the sterling silver that you ...
The History of Mexican Sterling Silver
By Carlos Alvarez · 12 years ago
Jewelry enthusiasts, bracelet collectors, and fashionistas around the globe have Mexican sterling silver in their jewelry boxes. Mexican silver is a little known secret among jewelry aficionados, but this jewelry material is quickly gaining a ...