{"product_id":"aretes-malaquita-plata-taxco-verde-profundo","title":"Malachite Silver Earrings Taxco — Deep Green","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe power of malachite in the pulse of your ear.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Authentic sterling silver .925\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Natural malachite, deep green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-inlaid stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 3.6 cm long × 1.6 cm wide per earring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 17.06 g (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Sterling silver post\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handmade in Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtisanal: Each pair is one-of-a-kind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalachite is not just a stone — it is a symbol of transformation and protection that has accompanied cultures since ancient times. In these earrings, the deep green veining of each malachite slab rests within a sculptural frame of pure silver, formed by rounded tubes that catch light from multiple angles. The artisanal work is evident in every curve: nothing in life is rigid or symmetrical. Hand inlay means each stone was placed, polished, and secured by the hands of a Taxco artisan — no industrial press, no identical molds. These are earrings for someone who wants to wear geology in their ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling .925 guarantees authenticity and durability. The inlay technique is highly complex: the stone must be cut with precision, the silver must be shaped to hold it without damage, and the final polish requires patience and experience. This is the kind of work perfected in Taxco over generations — where silver is not merely metal, but a medium to express the value of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaxco, Guerrero, is the birthplace of Mexico's artisanal silversmithing. For 500 years, in its workshops silver transforms into stories: techniques recovered from pre-Hispanic cultures, tradition that refuses to disappear, hands that choose slowness over machines. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eDiscover the Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e. Each pair of earrings is an act of faith that handmade still matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese earrings arrive ready to wear, but if you love them and one day want something new, they won't disappear: our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e repurchases your silver whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit with no expiration. Buy risk-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Natural malachite with unique veining in each stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-inlaid by a Taxco artisan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 silver, hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Sculptural design that plays with light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback: your silver always has value up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; A gift for mineral lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Daily wear with artisanal style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Those who value Taxco craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach earring measures 3.6 cm long and 1.6 cm wide. The pair weighs 17.06 grams. Posts are sterling .925 silver, ideal for sensitive ears. Ships in 2-3 business days from Taxco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all the details of the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is malachite fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Malachite is relatively soft (3.5–4 on the Mohs hardness scale). Avoid hard impacts and don't soak frequently. With care, it will last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why don't these earrings have a hallmark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The hallmark is an official purity stamp, but the .925 silver is guaranteed in the base material. Some Taxco artisans choose not to stamp if the space is very small or if the inlay doesn't allow it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are the two earrings identical?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Like all artisanal inlay work, each stone has distinct veining. They are a matched pair, but each one is unique — that is their beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld or inherited silver — we buy it back. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos of what you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-of-a-kind malachite earrings from Taxco — when they're gone, they're gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51779542188278,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000007367","price":112.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790980370747-zk02n_1.jpg?v=1790980897","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-malaquita-plata-taxco-verde-profundo","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}