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Ruben and Gilda Perez
Ruben and Gilda Perez
Ruben and Gilda Perez
Ruben and Gilda Perez
Ruben and Gilda Perez
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Ruben and Gilda Perez

Handcrafted jade jewelry and Maya masks in Central America

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"Our parents taught us the value of hard work and that art is an expression of culture. This is an invaluable gift. We are also inspired by our own children."

"Our story began in a town near Antigua. Gilda grew up in a home of woodcarvers and I grew up in a family of silversmiths", Ruben tells us. "From a young age, I learned the craft of... read more

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Iris 01/30/2023

Modern Mayan glyph

Andrea 02/20/2023

Beautiful Jade Ring

130 items by Ruben and Gilda Perez

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Irene

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05/08/2023

"Beautiful Green"

The modern design of the earrings and the necklace are great, this piece can be dressed up or down. They are sleek and classy looking.

Purchased Item:

Maya Legend, Collectible Modern Jade Dangle Earrings

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Peter

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03/14/2023

"ordered 2!"

valentines for nieces One said cool and the other said perfect!! Very classy !

Best Uses

  • everyday!

Purchased Item:

Maya Romance in Black, Heart-Shaped Jade Pendant Bracelet in Black from Guatemala

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Neice
  • Occasion: Valentine's Day

Andrea

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02/20/2023

"Beautiful Jade Ring"

I love this ring! I was once a malachite lover and then switched to jade. The ring is gorgeous, large but not too large and the jade is a beautiful green that works with all greens. I strongly recommend this beauty!

Best Uses

  • Great accent to all jewelry and particularly black or neutral wardrobe

Purchased Item:

Living Energy, Jade and Sterling Silver Dome Ring from Guatemala

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Tom

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02/02/2023

"Beautiful"

The mask shows excellent and meticulous workmanship. A beautiful piece at a reasonable price.

Best Uses

  • Wall decoration

Purchased Item:

Maya King of Tikal, Classic Maya Replica Jade Mask from Tikal (Large)

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Iris

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01/30/2023

"Modern Mayan glyph"

This was even better than I expected. The black jade is cut thicker and lays nicely. Detail is etched well and I had a tough time picking just 1.

Purchased Item:

Light and Darkness, Collectible Nahual Cotton Cord Jade Necklace

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Tommy

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01/09/2023

"Gift"

This was a gift for my Granddaughter. She was very happy and wears it everyday.

Purchased Item:

Circle of Love in Dark Green, Adjustable Circular Dark Green Jade Necklace from Guatemala

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Granddaughter
  • Occasion: Christmas
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