History
Mario Chavez was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The youngest of four children, there was much laughter, love, and encouragement to pursue his dreams. At fourteen years of age he was introduced to the world of jewelry through a high school art class, a life-changing experience. Immediately he was drawn to metals, stones, and the process of designing and hand fabricating jewelry. In the years following he apprenticed, honed his skills, and went on to open his first studio twenty-five years ago.
Specialties
Custom fabrication is Mario Chavez Designer Jewelry's specialty. A wide range of experience working with many metals including high karat gold, platinum, palladium, and silver plus others. A combined total of 72 years of experience between the four who work at MCDJ make for an excellent and well-rounded crew. Mario Chavez Designer Jewelry offers a multitude of services from custom creations to lapidary, repairs, stone setting, wax carving and casting, engagement and anniversary rings, and state-of-the-art laser welding. If you have any questions or comments about us, feel free to call or email anytime.