{"product_id":"aretes-plata-elefante-cartoneado-taxco-925","title":"Sterling Silver Elephant Earrings Cartoneado — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMiniature silver sculptures on your ears — the essence of Taxco craftsmanship.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Cartoneado (3D volume)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Elephant\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 1.1 cm long per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished bright\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Push post\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese earrings capture the grace of the elephant in .925 silver, crafted using the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/cartoneado-tecnica-joyeria-taxco\"\u003ecartoneado technique\u003c\/a\u003e, exclusive to Taxco. At just 1.1 cm long, they prove that size doesn't measure sophistication — every detail, from the curved trunk to the ears, is molded in solid silver and hand-polished. They feel weightless on the ear yet carry five centuries of silversmith tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthentic .925 silver — marked with the hallmark — guarantees hypoallergenicity and durability. Cartoneado is a little-known technique outside Guerrero: it creates 3D volume by beating and folding silver sheet without casting. Each pair is practically identical but never exactly the same — that's the hallmark of handcraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing for 500 years. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of masters who perfected these techniques, generation after generation. When you wear these earrings, you carry that legacy with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e buys back your earrings whenever you decide, 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 .925 sterling with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Taxco cartoneado: miniature crafted volume\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Featherlight (0.8 g) for all-day comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hypoallergenic and durable\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Everyday versatile wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Lovers of delicate artisan pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Nature and animal enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e1.1 cm long per pair — discreet size that looks elegant on any ear. Ships 2-3 business days. Need a different size? \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003eWrite to us\u003c\/a\u003e for custom options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration date. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn 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 3D volume by beating and folding silver sheet by hand. No casting, no molds — pure handwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are they hypoallergenic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, authentic .925 silver is hypoallergenic. If you have extreme sensitivity, write to us — we can set them in alternative materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I wear these every day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Absolutely. At 0.8 g, you'll barely feel them. Cartoneado is durable as long as you avoid direct pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Old Silver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, broken, or inherited silver — we buy it back at a fair price. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Taxco silver earrings — once they're gone, they're gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51745656209654,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000007048","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790372335493-owqop_1.jpg?v=1790372744","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-plata-elefante-cartoneado-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}