{"product_id":"aretes-plata-repujado-personaje-prehispanico-taxco-950","title":"Silver Earrings Hand-Repousse Prehispanic Character — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrehispanic spirit in your ears — lightweight, unique, made by hand.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: .950 Silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-repousse metalwork\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Playful prehispanic character with distinctive expression\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasurement: 4 cm long per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.85 g (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Silver ear wire\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and antiqued\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese earrings capture the essence of prehispanic art in a piece that fits in your hand and on your ear. Each character is hammered by hand from the back — strike by strike — using punches that the artisan has refined over decades. No two are identical: the shadows, expression details, and body folds vary slightly depending on how the metal responds beneath each hammer blow. This is what makes repoussé an art form, not a copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand-repousse technique is one of Taxco's most ancient traditions. The playful character you see is a direct heir to prehispanic imagery, yet interpreted with the hand of a master silversmith today. It carries the .950 hallmark — genuine pure silver, hypoallergenic, with the voice and weight that only Mexican silver possesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the heart of artisanal silver for 500 years. Each hammer strike on these earrings is part of that tradition — \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003ethe story of Arte Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e is woven into every pair we create. When you buy repoussé, you buy hours of craft, not production volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-repousse metalwork — each pair unique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic design with personality\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Ultra-lightweight: only 2.85 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 70% — your silver always has value\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Anyone who loves artisan and prehispanic design\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Everyday wear — comfortable and light\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with craftsmanship and story\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 4 cm (from top of wire to character tip). The pair weighs just 2.85 g — you'll barely feel them in your ears. .950 silver ear wire, hypoallergenic. Ships 2-3 business days. Hand-crafted in Taxco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 70% in digital store credit, no expiration. \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: Does repoussé damage over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Repoussé is very durable because the relief is hammered from inside — the metal strengthens. With basic care (no crushing, avoid chlorine), they last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the character? Is it a specific deity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's a modern interpretation of playful prehispanic art — more character with personality than exact mythological representation. It reflects the humor and freedom of Taxco's silversmith tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I wear these earrings every day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. They're lightweight (2.85 g) and hypoallergenic (.950 silver). Just avoid perfumes, chlorine, and sleeping in them to extend their life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaxco repoussé — where every hammer strike tells a story.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51916165775606,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000008951","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792078560741-phs5z_1.jpg?v=1792079146","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-plata-repujado-personaje-prehispanico-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}