Sterling Silver Aztec Calendar Necklace with Multicolor Glass — Prehispanic

Ancestral presence: the Aztec calendar in sterling silver and multicolor glass.

Features

• Material: Authentic sterling .925 silver
• Weight: 90 grams
• Pendant: Engraved prehispanic calendar motif
• Finish: Glass inlays in red, blue, green, yellow and orange
• Links: Square chain design
• Clasp: Loop and safety ring
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This piece carries the most powerful visual narrative of Mesoamerica: the Aztec Stone of the Sun calendar, the Tonalpohualli. Each glass inlay surrounding the medallion represents a cardinal point, a sacred color of Aztec cosmology. Not a museum reproduction—a contemporary interpretation where Taxco silver, an enduring noble metal, embraces glass in asymmetric composition that captures astronomical complexity without solemnity.

Unlike flat replicas, this pendant breathes volume. The calendar engraving holds depth; the glass has cut and refraction. Substantial in hand (90 grams is genuine presence), the square-link chain transmits solidity: not ephemeral fashion, but heritage jewelry. Each inlay is a fixed light point in that balance between ancient and contemporary that defines Taxco.

Wear it as a declaration: whoever chooses this recognizes that beauty has roots. It needs no explanation at a formal event because the visual intelligence of the design speaks alone. In Taxco, these necklaces are made in small batches; when the order closes, the piece disappears from catalog. This is one of those pieces.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925, noble and hypoallergenic
• ✦ Prehispanic design with engraved Aztec calendar motif
• ✦ Square-link chain with inset multicolor glass
• ✦ Substantial 90-gram weight: real presence on the neck
• ✦ Lifetime buyback: your silver always holds value up to 70%

Ideal For

• 💍 Those who love Mesoamerican roots and prehispanic heritage
• 👤 Formal occasions and events worthy of a visual statement
• 🎁 Meaningful gift for someone who values cultural patrimony

Measurements & Shipping

Total chain length: [VERIFICAR]. Pendant diameter: approximately 3.5 cm. Ships 2-3 business days. Need length adjustment? Write hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your necklace whenever you decide, in store credit, up to 70% of its value, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the glass break?
A: Glass is durable, but like any inlay, it requires care. Avoid strong impacts and store the necklace in a dry case.

Q: Can I wear this necklace at the beach?
A: We don't recommend saltwater or chlorine. Silver can lose shine and glass may be affected. Wear for special occasions and store protected.

Q: What does the calendar symbolize?
A: The Tonalpohualli is the Aztec ritual calendar of 260 days. It represents time cycles, gods, and destinies. Each glyph holds astronomical and spiritual meaning.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old necklaces, broken chains, or inherited silver—Arte Taxco buys it back. Write hola@artetaxco.mx with photos.

Unique piece from a historic batch—once it's gone, it's gone.