Handmade Mini Milagros

Employed by the Aztecs as a form of currency, mined and exported by the English, and surging in popularity in the 1930s via the collections of artists and intellectuals, tin has been an important part of the Mexican economy for centuries. Known locally as hojalata, tin work is primarily done in Guanajuato, Jalisco and Oaxaca.

Our designs are individually cut and hammered, with the heart form representing divine light, devotion, gratitude and faith. They can be tied to gifts or a holiday tree, used on a place setting at a wedding, attached to hooks and worn as earrings, hung on a wall, or for any other decorative use or special occasion. We offer these milagros in sets of three designs in weathered tin, copper or brass.

Artisans
This family of tin workers collaborate in their family workshop as three generations. Both skilled and experienced, they create a range of pieces, including boxes, mirrors, earrings, napkin holders and layered works that are incredible examples of the profound creativity that abounds in Mexico. As with all of our custom designs, we collaborate with these artisans directly, and they name their own pricing and are able to work at their own pace from home.

Care
These pieces should be stored in a dry location, in order to to prevent rust. If they’re being stored together, they should be wrapped in paper, in order to keep the finish from scratching. To remove dust, they can simply be wiped with a dry cloth.

Note
The noted price is for a set of one of each design, for a total of three pieces in your choice of metal – weathered tin, copper or brass. Please see the prices and metal choices in the drop down menu below. Given the nature of handmade, the sizes, patterns, finishes and hues may vary slightly from the featured product image.

We can also sell multiples of these individual designs for wholesale prices and can arrange for special orders with these makers. If you have a project that you’d like to discuss, please contact us directly at the email address below.

All noted prices are in USD and do not include shipping. Our website is not currently set up for e-commerce – please contact us directly to purchase: [email protected]