Afro Bijou Jewelry, Miami
Handmade African jewelry from a Senegalese goldsmith in Miami
Papa Gueye comes from a long line of gold and iron smiths. For more than fifty years he has made jewelry by hand: 18k and 24k gold, silver filigree, brass, copper and beadwork, for customers across South Florida.
Shop by material
Gold and silver designs made to order, and brass, copper and beaded pieces ready to ship from Miami.
In stock now
One of a kind and ready to go. When a piece sells, it's gone.
Custom orders
Your idea, made by hand in gold
Tell Papa what you see
A name, a symbol, a photo, or a family piece to remake.
Get your price
He quotes the design, the metal and karat, and a price based on that day's gold market.
Made in about 3 days
Papa draws the wire, forges, sets and polishes your piece himself.
The maker
“Every piece carries the hands that came before mine.”
Papa Gueye, goldsmith
Papa learned at the anvil, the way his family has passed the craft down for generations in Senegal. He has since mastered Senegalese filigree, West African symbols, Indian goldwork and styles from around the world.
An African goldsmith for all of South Florida
Papa works in Miami by appointment and makes jewelry for customers from the Keys to Palm Beach.
Miami-Dade County
- Miami
- Miami Beach
- Little Haiti
- Little Havana
- Coral Gables
- Coconut Grove
- Doral
- Hialeah
- Kendall
- Homestead
- North Miami
- North Miami Beach
- Miami Gardens
- Opa-locka
- Aventura
- Cutler Bay
Broward County
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood
- Pembroke Pines
- Miramar
- Davie
- Plantation
- Sunrise
- Lauderhill
- Lauderdale Lakes
- Coral Springs
- Pompano Beach
- Weston
- Hallandale Beach
Palm Beach County and the Keys
- Boca Raton
- Delray Beach
- Boynton Beach
- Lake Worth Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Riviera Beach
- Key Largo
- Islamorada
- Key West
Questions, answered
Where is Afro Bijou Jewelry located?
Papa Gueye works in Miami, Florida, by appointment. There is no storefront. He serves customers across South Florida, from Miami-Dade and Broward up to Palm Beach County and down to the Keys. Call or text (305) 391-6937 to set a time.
Who makes the jewelry?
Every piece is made by hand by Papa Gueye, a Senegalese goldsmith with more than fifty years at the bench who comes from a long ancestral line of gold and iron smiths. That includes the gold and silver work, the brass and copper pieces, and the beaded necklaces and bracelets.
Do you make custom gold jewelry?
Yes. Papa makes custom pieces in 18k and 24k gold and in sterling silver: name pieces, pendants, rings, cuffs, and remakes of family jewelry. A custom piece usually takes about 3 days. Larger or detailed work can take longer, and Papa tells you up front.
What metals and materials do you work in?
18k and 24k gold, 925 sterling silver, brass and copper, plus natural stones, beads and shells such as cowrie, tiger eye, onyx, jade, jasper, turquoise and lava stone.
How are prices set?
Prices on the site are estimates. Gold and silver prices follow the metal market, so Papa confirms the final price before a piece is sold or made.
Can I buy online?
Yes. Pieces marked In stock can be bought online and paid securely through Square. Made-to-order gold and silver designs are reserved online with a 50% deposit, and Papa calls you to confirm the final price before he starts.
Do you ship, or can I pick up?
Both. In-stock pieces ship for a $10 flat rate, or you can pick up free in Miami by appointment. Choose when you check out.