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Plateria Rafael

Mexico

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Visit a traditional silver workshop, where you can learn about the craftsmanship and techniques involved in creating handmade silver pieces.

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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Plateria Rafael

    Welcome, discerning traveler, to the illustrious Plateria Rafael. As you cross the threshold from the sunlit streets of the Mexican capital into this hushed and shimmering sanctuary, you are stepping into a space where the…

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  2. 2The Hall of Photographs

    As you move deeper into the entryway, direct your attention to the framed photographs adorning the right hand wall. This is a visual testament to the extraordinary Hollywood connection that has elevated Plateria Rafael from a…

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  3. 3The Artisan's Workshop

    Step gently toward the glass partition that separates the pristine gallery from the active workshop behind it. This is the beating heart of Plateria Rafael. …

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  4. 4The Romeo and Juliet Showcase

    Now, turn your attention to the freestanding display case illuminated by soft, focused spotlights. This showcase houses the pieces intimately connected to the explosive, vibrant world of the film Romeo and Juliet. …

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  5. 5The Titanic Stone Exhibition

    Prepare yourself as we approach the centerpiece of the gallery, located in the prominent, hexagonal display case near the back. This is the exhibition dedicated to what is arguably the most famous piece of cinematic jewelry in…

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  6. 6The Fitting Room

    We now move to a uniquely interactive section of the plateria, located just past the Titanic showcase. Unlike traditional, austere museums where priceless artifacts are kept strictly behind alarmed glass, Plateria Rafael offers…

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  7. 7The Master Jeweler's Collection

    Having explored the dazzling heights of his Hollywood commissions, we must now turn our analytical gaze to the broader portfolio of Rafael Cordova Diaz, displayed in the elegant, curved vitrines lining the western wall. To view…

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  8. 8Plateria Rafael

    As our tour of Plateria Rafael draws to a close, and we make our way back toward the sunlit entrance, let us take a moment to reflect upon the extraordinary journey we have just experienced. In the span of a single workshop, we…

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What is Plateria Rafael?

Plateria Rafael is a place in Mexico with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationMexico
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates19.4618, -99.1341
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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