April – the Month of Diamond

Posted: April 14, 2023 The birthstone representing April is diamond. The vast majority of diamonds are transparent, colorless, and show an extraordinary display of well-defined white and multi-colored flashes. Diamonds also occur in a rainbow of exciting colors.

August – the Month of Sardonyx, Peridot, and Spinel

Posted: March 10, 2025 Sardonyx History – Traditional August Birthstone Pearls have been used as adornment for centuries, at least as far back as ancient Greece, where they believed pearls were the tears of

November ~ The Month of Topaz and Citrine

Posted: 2 Birth Stones for November Topaz and Citrine, November’s birthstones, are similar in appearance, but they share a similar reputation for protecting one’s well-being. The topaz birthstone evokes the colors

Tucson Trip 2025

Posted: February 8, 2025 We’re heading back from Tucson 2025 with a bounty of treasure. We can’t wait to share it with you!

The 2024 Hall-O-Win Contest Results Are In!

Posted: November 9, 2024 Announcing the 2024 Hall-o-Win Contest Winners! Thanks to all who participated!

2024 Indian Market

Posted: August 12, 2024 The Santa Fe Indian Market is now 102! This event showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary Native American art, including jewelry, pottery, textiles, paintings, and sculptures. 

July ~ Month of Ruby

Posted: July 5, 2024 Ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum, colored by the element chromium.  Chromium causes fluorescence, which makes rubies glow like a fire from within. The name “ruby” comes from rubeus, the Latin word for red.

May ~ Month of Emerald

Posted: May 2, 2024 Emerald, May’s birthstone, is a symbol of rebirth, and believed to grant the owner foresight, good fortune, and youth. Emerald, derived from the word “smaragdus,” means, quite literally, “green” in Greek.

March ~ the Month of Aquamarine and Bloodstone

Posted: March 1, 2024 Aquamarine and bloodstone, March’s birthstones, are very different when it comes to appearance, but they share a reputation for protecting one’s well-being. They are also used to celebrate the 19th years of marriage.

We’ve Got Hearts!

Posted: January 17, 2024 Less than a month to Valentine’s Day! Let us help you get ready with our large assortment of heart shaped cabochons.

December – The Month of Blue Gemstones

Posted: December 5, 2023 Think “BLUE”! Traditionally, Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli were the birthstones for December, but modern lists contain Blue Zircon, Blue Topaz, and Tanzanite as other options.

2023 Hall-O-Win Contest ~ The Results Are In!

Posted: November 1, 2023 2023 Hall-O-Win Contest ~ The Results Are In! A big THANK YOU goes to all who participated.

New Facebook Page

Posted: October 11, 2023 We have a new Facebook Page. It looks a lot like our old page, but the profile picture (Logo) is in white now instead of orange. Please do us a favor and go to our New Page and click on the Like button.

October – The Month of Opal and Tourmaline

Posted: October 2, 2023 Opal and Tourmaline, October’s birthstones, are both known for their color characteristics and endless combinations. Tourmaline’s different colors are thought to have their own healing properties.

15th Annual Santa Fe Studio Tour

Posted: September 29, 2023 The 15th Annual Santa Fe Studio Tour is October 21, 22 and 28, 29. Over 100 artists in various media will open their studios throughout the City Different both weekends from 11 AM until 5 PM.

2023 Indian Market

Posted: August 8, 2023 The Santa Fe Indian Market is now 101! This event showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary Native American art, including jewelry, pottery, textiles, paintings, and sculptures.  Featuring over 1,000 artists from over 200 tribes, this market is the largest Native arts show in the world. We are extremely proud that some of the finest jewelers at the market are SFJS customers!

June – the Month of Pearl, Moonstone, and Alexandrite

Posted: June 12, 2023 Pearls have been used as adornment for centuries, at least as far back as ancient Greece, where they believed pearls were the tears of the gods. The oldest known pearl jewelry was discovered in the sarcophagus of a Persian princess who died in 520 BC.

February ~ Month of Amethyst

Posted: February 1, 2023 Amethyst is the February birthstone, and is also used to celebrate the sixth and 17th years of marriage. Valentine’s Day is also in February!

January 2023 ~ Year of the Rabbit ~ Month of the Garnet

Posted: January 12, 2023 It’s January 2023! This is the Year of the Rabbit – and the Month of the Garnet Birthstone. We have a wide variety of cabochons, faceted gemstones, and beads for all your garnet needs. Happy New Year!

Case Trading Post Holiday Art Market

Posted: November 21, 2022 The Case Trading Post presents the Holiday Art Market, Saturday, November 26, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This event is made possible by the Wheelwright Museum.

Traditional Spanish Market Artist Show

Posted: The Traditional Spanish Market Artist Show is coming to the Santa Fe Convention Center on November 26 and 27! This is a fantastic opportunity to support the work of 100 adult and youth artists in their efforts to preserve traditional New Mexican and Spanish art forms.

2022 Hall-O-Win Winner

Posted: October 31, 2022 Richard Kimberley won 1st place in the SFJS Hall-O-Win Contest! Thanks for sharing your creativity with us and for carving both sides.

SFJS Hall-O-Win Pumpkin Carving Contest

Posted: October 8, 2022 It’s time for our annual Hall-O-Win Contest! Bring your entry to the store next week, October 24 – 28th, so we can show off your creativity to everyone. Winners will be announced on Halloween, Monday, October 31st.

Transform Inspiration into Innovation

Posted: September 21, 2022 Our most successful clients perpetually reinvent themselves by experimenting with new concepts, designs, and materials. A trendsetter’s work is usually in high demand and commands a higher price. Where do these artisans find their inspiration?