{"product_id":"anillo-de-plata-repujado-calaveras-taxco-925","title":"Sterling Silver Repoussé Skulls Ring — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMythology in silver: each hammer stroke tells a pre-Hispanic story.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with Hallmark MEXICO\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-repoussed\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Pre-Hispanic skulls\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and oxidized\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStyle: Pre-Hispanic \/ Aztec\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade to order: size 7 — available in other sizes upon request\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Taxco, repoussage is a craft of generations. This ring carries pre-Hispanic skulls, symbols of the duality between life and death in Aztec cosmology, hand-hammered from the back with steel punches. Every blow is a deliberate choice by the artisan — no two rings are identical. The dark patina you see is intentional: it contrasts the polished metal with shadows in the relief, giving depth and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthentic sterling .925, hallmarked MEXICO on the inner band. The weight (4.9 g) reflects the solid form, built to last. Though stoneless, the repoussé IS the work: hours of hammering that transform a flat sheet into a vessel of visual narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world's capital of artisanal silverwork for 500 years. Since Bartolomé de Medina founded the city in the 16th century, Guerrero's silversmiths perfected techniques still thriving today — repoussé, filigree, pierced work. This piece carries forward that tradition: it is Taxco in your hand, a link to five centuries of mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free: our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e repurchases your ring whenever you choose, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. Your silver always holds value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 with MEXICO hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-repoussed: each stroke is unique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pre-Hispanic skulls — Aztec symbolism\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Made to order in Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback with no expiration up to 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those honoring pre-Hispanic heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Daily wear with symbolic weight\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with deep roots\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ring comes in size 7. Learn \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/guia-de-tallas\"\u003ehow to measure your ring size\u003c\/a\u003e. Ships in 2-3 business days. Need a different size? We make to order in ~2 weeks — email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your ring whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is repoussé?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A Taxco technique that hammers silver from the back with steel punches, creating relief. Every blow is intentional — no two rings are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does it have those dark spots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Intentional oxidation that contrasts the polished metal with shadows in the relief. You can polish it with a microfiber cloth if you prefer more shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I order it in a different size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with your size — we make to order in ~2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Old Silver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirlooms, or jewelry you don't wear — we buy it back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and your certificate number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-of-a-kind repoussé — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"7","offer_id":51765629518070,"sku":"ATA-RIN-000007550","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790724236010-o4oaw_1.jpg?v=1790724693","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/anillo-de-plata-repujado-calaveras-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}