Mvintage

Mvintage Mercury brings a Maltese jewellery label to the Mercury shopping district in St Julian's, the lively resort area on the north side of Sliema bay. Visitors who like to take home something with a local story will find designs here that borrow from the island's folklore, churches and traditional crafts, alongside simpler everyday pieces. The brand is listed in our directory of antique shops in Malta, though its stock is modern and made to be worn.

Heritage turned into jewellery

Founder Krystle Penza started Mvintage in 2011 with the idea that Malta's traditional symbols deserved to be worn with pride. The Kavallieri collection is the clearest example, drawing on the Munita, Il-Ħabbata and the Maltese Cross. The same motifs appear on scarves and leather goods, so a visitor can build a small collection around one theme. To see where those emblems came from, read our account of the Knights of Malta, then wander the streets of Valletta, where crosses and knightly emblems appear on many old buildings.

Other lines are less literal. Birthstone ranges give each month its own stone and colour, Pearl pieces are timeless and light, Starlight designs sparkle, and Twist styles are simple and dainty. A Women of the Year event, now in its fifth edition for 2026, sits alongside the shop as part of the brand's community side.

Choosing a piece

The easiest way to browse is by type. Pendants and necklaces form the biggest group, followed by earrings in studs, hoops and danglers, then bangles, cuffs and chains. Rings and anklets are available too. Shoppers who prefer to set a budget will find the brand's collections grouped by price, and its gifts are sorted by occasion, from birthdays and anniversaries to graduation, confirmation and first communion.

Material matters for sensitive skin. The jewellery is made in 316L stainless steel with gold or rose gold plating, together with enamel, semi-precious gemstones, glass stones made by hand and cubic zirconia. Anti-scratch film is offered at every point of sale for anyone stacking several pendants on one chain. Each item has a 12-month warranty.

Beyond jewellery, the brand makes polarised sunglasses in five styles, each inspired by a historic place on Malta or Gozo, and leather handbags including the Twist and the Lion Habbatta. On a sunny day, a pair is handy for a stroll through the old city of Mdina or along the bastions near the Upper Barrakka Gardens. Our monthly Malta weather guide shows how bright it gets in each season, which helps if you are deciding what to pack.

Gifts to take home

A trip to Malta often ends with a present for someone back in the UK. Engravable pendants, bracelets and lockets can carry initials or a short message, and the brand offers engraving free on those personalised gifts. Orders arrive in a branded box, with single pendants and sale items in a pouch, and extra gift boxes are sold separately. Vouchers are also available.

If you have a few days on the island, our things to do in Malta page and Malta holidays overview will help you plan around a shopping stop, and the best beaches in Malta are a pleasant reward after it.

Shipping home and getting in touch

Should your suitcase be full, the brand ships worldwide from Malta with DHL. International delivery is €29.99 for standard service, free on orders above €100, and Maltese deliveries are free over €19.99. Returns for a refund are accepted within 15 days, with exchanges for 30 days, but earrings and personalised pieces are excluded.

For questions about the St Julian's branch, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page. We will pass your message to Mvintage. Our about Malta overview is useful reading if this is your first visit.