Santa Fe Exchange

10/14/2025

A good post about squash blossom necklaces. Happy Indigenous Peoples Day!

08/06/2025

07/19/2025

We do not really deal with pearls, Santa Fe isn't the best market for them, but this is a nice infographic about them if you see them out in the wild.

Pearls are timeless classics and are prized for their luminous glow. ⚪️ Whether you’re drawn to large South Seas, dramatic Tahitians, bright akoyas or colorful freshwater pearls, here are key factors to consider when choosing a pearl:

𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲: South Sea and freshwater pearls are typically the largest, reaching 15mm or more. Akoyas over 9mm are considered large.
𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲: While round pearls are the most valuable, off-round strands can look round from a distance and baroque strands can make for affordable statement pieces.
𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿: Overtone, orient and popular bodycolors such as deep gold can increase the beauty and value of pearls.
𝗟𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿: This is a pearl’s most important value factor. South Seas are known for their soft, satiny glow, while akoyas are known for their bright, mirror-like shine.
𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲: This refers to whether the pearl has any surface blemishes such as dimples and scratches. High surface quality pearls should be smooth and clean.
𝗡𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲: Consider the continuity, thickness, and condition of a pearl’s nacre when evaluating pearl quality. Avoid pearls that appear dull or chalky, or where the nucleus is visible beneath the nacre.
𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴: In a well-matched strand, pearls should be consistent in key quality factors—especially luster, shape and surface. Designers may occasionally mix colors or use graduated sizes for artistic or unique effects.

04/04/2025

We will be closed tomorrow, April 5, to go to the Hands Off Protest at the Roundhouse. We will be open today as usual.

02/05/2025

‼️ Exciting News! ‼️ Our FREE spay/neuter clinic has *many* openings in the coming weeks for cats and small dogs and a few larger dog appointments are available as well. For a limited time, we’re extending services beyond our service area—so now is the perfect time to schedule before we fill up again!

Book your appointment online or email [email protected] today!