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Mexican Sun Magnet

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Circle
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Standard, 5.7 Cm

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Your refrigerator called and said it was feeling mighty lonely. Why not give it a few friends to play with by creating a couple of custom magnets! Add your favourite image to a round magnet, or shop the thousands of options for a cool square magnet.

  • Available in 3 sizes from 3.1 cm to 7.6 cm diameter
  • Printed on 100% recycled paper
  • Covered with scratch and UV-resistant mylar
  • Available in square shape also

About This Design

Mexican Sun  Magnet

Mexican Sun Magnet

Mexican culture is deeply intertwined with ancient cosmology, mythology, and symbolism—none more striking than the reverence for the sun and moon, which have held sacred meaning since pre-Hispanic times. The Aztecs, one of the most prominent Mesoamerican civilisations, believed the universe was governed by powerful celestial forces. In their mythology, the Sun God Huitzilopochtli needed nourishment through sacrifices to continue his journey across the sky, a belief that shaped rituals and architecture. The Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon at Teotihuacán—one of Mexico’s most iconic archaeological sites—are testaments to the central role these celestial bodies played in daily life, religious practice, and the architectural mastery of ancient Mexico. Beyond ancient times, the sun and moon continue to symbolise balance, duality, and harmony in Mexican art and folklore. They appear together in festivals, jewellery, textiles, and murals—often representing opposing but complementary forces like life and death, masculine and feminine, or day and night. In modern Mexican culture, especially in rural and Indigenous communities, the sun and moon still inspire stories passed down through generations. Their images remain iconic in Día de los Muertos decorations, where they symbolise the eternal cycle of light and darkness, of living and remembering. This reverence speaks to a broader cultural theme in Mexico: the blending of indigenous traditions with colonial and contemporary elements to form a rich, enduring spiritual identity.

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By Michelle H.4 July 2023Verified Purchase
Magnet, Style: Circle, Size: Large, 7.6 Cm
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Great size, designed it all online and it was exactly as I designed it. Great sharp and clear image Arrived very quickly. I wished the photo was slightly brighter however this is how it was on the website when designing so it’s true to the design
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Dennis P.24 May 2023Verified Purchase
Magnet, Style: Circle, Size: Standard, 5.7 Cm
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I love it. The antique look awesome. A friend thought I'd had for years. 👍. Excellent writing and is very clear and sharp. 👍👌👍
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Paula H.10 July 2022Verified Purchase
Magnet, Style: Circle, Size: Large, 7.6 Cm
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High quality!!!!!!!!!! Brilliant design!!!!!!

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Product ID: 256963010377590249
Posted on 3/09/2025, 7:08 PM
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