Casa del Jade
Casa del Jade is one of Antigua’s oldest gem emporia and has a great selection of archaeological reproductions.
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Stroll down any street and you'll find boutiques selling everything from finely embroidered blouses to beautiful ceramics. Most shops of interest to travelers are open seven days a week, and a few of them keep hours well into the evening
Casa del Jade is one of Antigua’s oldest gem emporia and has a great selection of archaeological reproductions.
El Reino de Jade offers on-site tours of its workshop.
Perhaps the best place to watch artisans carving the green stone is at Jade Maya. Former U.S. president Bill Clinton bought a necklace here for daughter Chelsea; his photo greets you as you walk in.
With a small in-house workshop, Jades Imperio Maya has an extremely friendly staff.
Tired of green stones? Joyería del Ángel has a fine selection of 100% jade-free jewelry.
Platería Típica Maya is a top-notch silver retailer.