Aztec Calendar Repousse Ring Sterling Silver .950 — Taxco

The Aztec cosmos on your finger — hand-hammered in pure Taxco silver.

Features

• Material: .950 Sterling Silver with .925 Hallmark
• Technique: Hand-repousse
• Design: Aztec Calendar (Stone of the Sun)
• Weight: 15.45 g
• Size: 8 (made-to-measure available)
• Finish: Mirror polish
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This ring captures the power of the Aztec Calendar — the Stone of the Sun — one of Mesoamerica's most iconic symbols. The concentric design with glyphs surrounding the central deity was hand-repousse: each glyph hammered from the reverse with steel punches. Every blow is a choice; no two rings are identical. The result is a deep, dynamic relief that shifts with light, revealing the craftsman's mastery.

The .950 silver chosen for this piece reflects a commitment to purity and permanence. Beyond beauty, it carries meaning: the Aztec calendar represents cyclical time, the balance of cosmic forces, and the profound connection between ancient Mesoamerica and the stars. Repousse is a technique thousands of years old, rooted in pre-Hispanic tradition.

Taxco has been the world's capital of handmade silver for 500 years. Here, generations of master silversmiths have preserved and reinvented techniques inherited from pre-Columbian times — like repousse — to craft pieces that tell stories. The Arte Taxco story is the story of that living craft. This ring is born from that legacy.

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

Key Benefits

• ✦ .950 Silver — maximum purity
• ✦ Hand-repousse — each blow is unique
• ✦ Pre-Hispanic symbol: the Aztec Calendar
• ✦ 33% OFF select rings 2026
• ✦ Buyback up to 70% forever (no stone)

Perfect For

• 🎁 Lovers of pre-Hispanic history and symbolism
• 💍 Gifts with deep meaning
• 👤 Collectors of Taxco silvercraft

Sizes & Shipping

Check how to measure your ring size. In stock at size 8. Custom sizes in ~2 weeks: hola@artetaxco.mx. Ships 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value

Buy risk-free. We repurchase your ring whenever you choose, up to 70% in store credit, with no expiration or restrictions. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is repousse and why is it special?
A: Repousse is an ancient metalworking technique where the silversmith hammers the silver from the reverse with steel punches to create raised relief on the front. Each hammer blow is deliberate — it's not mechanized. That's why every piece is one-of-a-kind and takes hours to complete.

Q: What does the Aztec Calendar represent?
A: It's the Stone of the Sun — a symbol of cyclical time, cosmic balance, and the deep connection between pre-Hispanic civilization and the stars. It carries the power of antiquity.

Q: Can I order a different size?
A: Absolutely. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with your size and we'll craft it custom in ~2 weeks.

Have Silver You Don't Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or rings that no longer fit — we buy them back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and we'll make you an offer.

Hand-repousse piece — a symbol of Taxco and pre-Hispanic artistry.