Today afternoon Jewelry Martita, of Mall del Sol, admitted to sixteen candidates for the queen of Guayaquil to present the emblematic symbols of the competition: the guarantee to be worn by the Chief Sovereign, the Vicereine and the Star of October.

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“This necklace has rested on the necks of more than 30 queens of Guayaquil, and Marthita is a showcase of very traditional Ecuadorian jewelry, and the value this jewel represents to the queens of Guayaquil is unmatched.” expressed Miguel Panus, representative of the organization.

The author attended the presentation. Martita de Yépez, who told this newspaper that he starts working on jewelry a month in advance. He says his creation is inspired by his love for Guayaquil. “I adore Guayaquil, I adore the people, I adore their customs… The city gave me so many things, not money, you see how people are with me, it’s something wonderful, for them I’m still their Marthita”confesses a 77-year-old woman from Rio Bamboo.

Marthita de Yépez shows the candidates a choker. Ronald Cedeno. Photo: Space

The jewel represents Omega as a sign of the eternity and progress of the city, the silhouette that is the grace and beauty of a woman from Guayaquil, and a small crown that signifies power and nobility. The October star also stands out on the choker, with light blue topaz and pearls, representing the dreams, freedom and illusions of the city. The piece was made of gold, silver and precious stones.

Choker to be worn by the Queen of Guayaquil in 2023. Ronald Cedeño. Photo: Space

The closing gala of Reina de Guayaquil is scheduled for Wednesday, October 4, in the Crystal Palace, at 8:00 p.m. For the first time, this event will be broadcast on municipal social networks.