{"product_id":"aretes-de-plata-corazon-cartoneado-taxco-933","title":"Silver Heart Earrings Cartoneado — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMinimalism with volume: the cartoneado heart of Taxco in your ears.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling silver .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Cartoneado (3D volume)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Polished heart\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.99 g (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Silver earwire\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mirror polish\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCartoneado hearts are the signature of Taxco's master silversmiths — a technique that looks simple but demands precision in every fold of the metal sheet. Unlike casting, where silver is poured into molds, cartoneado creates volume from a single sheet of silver, folded and soldered by hand. The result is a lightweight, warm, and unique piece: each heart has its own proportion, its own shine. Earrings that speak of a craft at risk of extinction, made by hands that know every curve of the metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCertified sterling silver .925 with official hallmark — the proof of authenticity. The cartoneado technique is little known outside Guerrero: it is the direct heir to the method that Taxco's silversmiths perfected centuries ago, when they discovered that silver could be shaped without casting. Every fold, every solder, is reversible — silver never loses its value. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003eLearn about the authenticity certificate\u003c\/a\u003e that comes with your pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisan silver since 1534 — 500 years of mastery. Here, cartoneado was born from necessity: creating volumetric shapes without costly casting molds. Today it is a mark of identity. When you wear cartoneado earrings from Taxco, you carry the history of generations of silversmiths. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is also the story of the craft that sustains this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If you ever decide you no longer wear them, we buy back your pair 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\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling silver .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Taxco cartoneado: little-known ancestral technique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hypoallergenic: perfect for sensitive skin\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 who appreciate artisan craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Gifts with history\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Minimalist everyday accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTotal earring length: 3.5 cm (including earwire). Pair of earrings with sterling silver earwire closure. Ships 2-3 business days throughout Mexico. For questions about sizing or special requests, write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pair of earrings 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 cartoneado?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A Taxco technique that creates volume by folding and soldering a silver sheet by hand, without molds or casting. It is lighter than cast silver and each piece has its own unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are they comfortable for everyday wear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. At 2.99 g per pair, they are very lightweight. The sterling silver earwire is secure and hypoallergenic for most skin types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for my cartoneado earrings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Avoid perfumes and chlorine. Store in a dry case when not wearing. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth. Cartoneado is robust, but the shape is best preserved without strong impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHave Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you no longer use — we buy it back. Earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets: every piece has value. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll tell you what we'll pay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartoneado heart earrings: the technique that made Taxco famous, in heart form.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":52064156745974,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000009391","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1793209336495-6mba4_1.jpg?v=1793209786","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-de-plata-corazon-cartoneado-taxco-933","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}