Silver Sailfish Earrings Repousse — Taxco .925

Ocean movement captured in silver — earrings that tell stories of the sea.

Characteristics

• Material: Authentic sterling .925
• Technique: Handcrafted repousse
• Design: Sailfish with dorsal fin
• Measurements: 0.8 cm long × 1.1 cm wide (the pair)
• Weight: 0.8 g (both)
• No stone
• Closure: Screw back
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

Diminutive yet commanding, these earrings capture the essence of the sailfish — that elegant Pacific predator — in hammered relief. Repousse is an ancient Taxco technique where each punch from the reverse creates volume and motion. In a piece this small, every detail is a choice: the curve of the fin, the line of the jaw, the tension of a body in motion. Two Taxco artisans can spend hours on a single pair.

Pure .925 silver, no alloys to weaken it. No stone means minimal weight — perfect for those who seek presence without burden across long days. The mirror of polished metal catches light in every movement; the relief of the repousse captures shadow. Two textures, one balance.

For five centuries, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver. Every piece from Arte Taxco inherits that tradition: craft technique, authentic silver, respect for the wearer. The Arte Taxco story begins in 1534 and continues in every relief, every solder, every finish.

Buy risk-free. If these earrings ever cease to speak to you, we buy them back in store credit, up to 70%, with no expiration. Your silver always holds value. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 silver
• ✦ Handcrafted repousse from Taxco
• ✦ Ultra-lightweight — comfortable all day
• ✦ Stoneless: honest pricing
• ✦ Buyback up to 70% with no expiration

Ideal For

• 🎁 Daily wear — light and subtle
• 💍 Ocean fauna lovers
• 👤 Repousse collectors from Taxco

Measurements & Shipping

Pair measurements: 0.8 cm long × 1.1 cm wide — the size of a lentil, yet with all the presence of the sailfish. Total weight 0.8 g, ideal for not burdening the ear. Screw closure. 2-3 business days shipping within Mexico and internationally.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is repousse?
A: A Taxco technique where silver is hammered from the reverse with punches, creating relief without removing material. Each hammer blow is the artisan's decision — no two pieces are exactly alike.

Q: Why no hallmark (.925 stamp)?
A: The miniature size doesn't allow engraving the contraste without damaging the design. The silver is certified authentic .925 in the lab — this certificate confirms it.

Q: How do I know the silver is real if there's no stamp?
A: Every piece comes with a certificate of authenticity. Plus, the Lifetime Buyback Program (up to 70% reacquisition) is your trust guarantee.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old earrings, inherited pieces, or ones you'd like to replace — we buy them back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and details.

Miniature movements — earrings that breathe with the ocean.