Sterling Silver Calado Pendant Minimalist — Taxco .925

A circle of precision — the philosophy of the craft in its purest form.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling Silver .925 with Hallmark
• Technique: Calado (hand-cut design)
• Design: Minimalist circle with sculpted details
• Size: 1 cm long
• Weight: 0.7 g
• Closure: Soldered bail for chain
• Chain: NOT included — pendant only
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This small sterling circle is the definition of minimalism rooted in Taxco tradition. Its compact size — just over half a centimeter — makes it perfect for layering with other chains or as a singular piece that catches the light at close range. Calado, a technique only a jeweler can execute with hand saw, demands a patience machines will never possess: every curve is a choice, and one mistake means the piece is discarded. There is no margin for error here, only intention.

The .925 sterling with its certificate of authenticity guarantees what you hold is genuine. The hallmark — the official assay mark — is engraved on the piece, your proof of authenticity to wear. This pendant is the foundation for infinite ways to wear it: on a long delicate chain, a chunky link, even a silk cord. Versatility is woven into the design.

For 500 years, Taxco has been the heart of Mexican silversmithing, where generations of artisans perfected techniques like calado. Every piece leaving the city's workshops carries that legacy — it is not merely an object, but the continuity of a craft that could disappear. The Arte Taxco story is about preserving that tradition while wearing it every day.

Buy risk-free: your silver always holds value. When this pendant has lived its season with you, we buy it back. No expiration, no questions — up to 70% in store credit to spend whenever you want.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .925 sterling with Taxco hallmark
• ✦ Jeweler-precision calado — hand-cut technique
• ✦ Minimalist: 1 cm, versatile, understated
• ✦ Perfect for personal chains or layering
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 70%

Ideal for

• 💍 Minimalist design lovers
• 👤 Collectors of artisan pendants
• 🎁 Versatile layering and modern styling

Measurements & Shipping

Length: 1 cm · Width: ~0.8 cm
Important: This pendant ships WITHOUT a chain. Just the sterling piece with its bail ready to thread onto your chosen chain — select from our collection or use one you love. Ships in 2-3 business days to Mexico and USA. Made to order — may take ~3-5 additional days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked

Q: Why does it say "chain not included"?
A: This pendant is the sterling piece alone. The chain is separate — so you choose the style, length, and thickness that best match your look. Write us if you'd like suggestions.

Q: What is calado?
A: An ancestral Taxco technique where the jeweler cuts the design with a hand saw, creating voids (negative space) that are part of the art itself.

Q: Is 1 cm too small?
A: It is understated, but visible up close. Perfect if you prefer to carry your identity subtly, or pair it with other pendants.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or designs you've outgrown — we buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll make you an offer.

A circle of precision — only in Taxco, where every millimeter matters.