{"product_id":"brazalete-plata-rigido-con-lapislazuli-taxco-925","title":"Sterling Silver Rigid Bangle with Lapis Lazuli — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe depth of blue lapis lazuli in a rigid bangle that commands the wrist.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-inlaid stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Deep blue lapis lazuli\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInner diameter: 6.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBand width: 4.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 24.5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eType: Rigid bangle, open cuff\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bangle is not a flexible bracelet — it is a rigid cuff, open at the top, that slides onto the wrist. The deep blue lapis lazuli, a sacred stone in pre-Hispanic and medieval cultures, glows against Taxco's polished silver. Hand-inlaying the stone takes hours: every facet must seat precisely in its silver bezel, ensuring light travels through the deep blue without slip. At 4.5 cm wide, this piece commands attention — it does not go unnoticed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe .925 silver bears its hallmark, engraved on the inside of the bangle. Lapis lazuli, a combination of lazurite, pyrite, and calcite, is a stone that demands respect: its beauty is not synthetic — it is the result of millions of years of geological formation. In Taxco, stone-inlaying technique traces its roots to pre-Hispanic artisans — 500 years ago, this city's master silversmiths learned from ancestral knowledge and merged it with European silver. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is, in part, the story of that fusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .925 sterling silver with guaranteed hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Deep blue lapis lazuli individually hand-inlaid\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Rigid bangle cuff — solid presence on the wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Available custom-made if you need a different diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35% — no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Special occasions and formal events\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those who appreciate gemstones with history\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; A gift to pass down\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInner diameter 6.5 cm × band width 4.5 cm. This bangle is rigid and open — it slides onto the wrist like a cuff. If you need a different diameter, \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ewrite us\u003c\/a\u003e for custom sizing (~2 weeks). Ships 2-3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your bangle whenever you decide, up to 35% 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\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is a rigid bangle different from a flexible bracelet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A rigid bangle is a solid, open cuff that slides onto the wrist — it has no clasp or chain. A bracelet is a flexible chain or band that clasps closed. This is a bangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the blue lapis lazuli natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. It is a semi-precious stone formed millions of years ago. The combination of lazurite (blue), pyrite (golden flecks), and calcite creates the unique color you see.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I wear it every day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Lapis lazuli is a delicate stone — avoid direct impacts, chlorine, and saltwater. It is best for special occasions and moderate wear. If you use it daily, take precautions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited bangles, or pieces you have outgrown — we buy them back. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we will tell you what it is worth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRigid lapis lazuli bangle from Taxco — each one is unique.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51865396478198,"sku":"ATA-BRZ-000008598","price":161.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792019612872-0l0x6_1.jpg?v=1792020458","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/brazalete-plata-rigido-con-lapislazuli-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}