Alberto's in Ixtapa, GR is a family-owned jewelry store that has been in business since 1970. Started by Mario Alberto and his brother Roberto Ballerteros Rico, this family business was started in 1930 in Mexico City with only a few pounds of silver as their inventory and starting point. Their goal was to increase the amount of silver to get started. In 1970, they were able to start their first Alberto's Jewelry Store in Puerto Vallarta. Their first store was located at Basilio Badillo. It didn't take long for his exclusive designs to be known and become very popular. They had the pleasure of working with many prominent people such as movie stars, princes and princesses. Paul McCartney purchased some of Alberto's jewelry as well as making some of his own with the help of Alberto.
It wasn't until Alberto began to teach his sons how to work with silver that they opened their next store. This was the store in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. The original store was in front of the Hotel Dorado Pacifico in Ixtapa. They then moved to downtown Zihuatanejo. Today there are three different stores. They've recently opened another store in Puerto Vallarta, which is still being run by members of the family.
You will love the exquisite silver jewelry pieces you'll find at Alberto's. Their custom-designed jewelry is not only unique but very beautiful. In addition to the many precious stones they carry, the make many necklaces, earrings, bracelets and gold and silver rings. If there's a piece you're interested in but don't see, don't hesitate to ask them if they have it or can make it.
