{"product_id":"dije-de-plata-lagrima-con-piedra-taxco-950","title":"Sterling Silver Teardrop Pendant with Stone — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe elegance of a teardrop, the weight of silversmith tradition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 silver with Taxco hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-set stone inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: [VERIFY type and color]\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: Length 6.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Silver side loops\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCollection: New piece\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA generously proportioned pendant that hangs like an elegant teardrop at your chest. Its geometric form, polished to a mirror shine, captures light with every move. The stone set at its center, manually inlaid by Taxco artisans, makes this piece a conversation focal point — not merely a pendant, but a statement of refined taste and connection to inherited craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForged in .950 silver (purer than .925), this piece bears the Taxco hallmark, a guarantee of authenticity. Hand-set stonework means each stone was placed individually, without press or machinery — the artisan's personal signature in the metal. Working with higher-purity silver allows for details impossible with cheaper alloys: the grain of the polish runs deeper, the brilliance lasts longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco is not just a name. Five centuries ago, when Cortés discovered nearby silver deposits, a silversmithing dynasty was born that thrives in the hands of artisans today. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the continuity of that craft: every pendant is a link between past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. When it is time to let this piece go, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e repurchases your pendant in store credit, no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling with Taxco hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-set stone — artisan craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Substantial weight: 8.6 g of presence\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pendant only — purchase your chain separately\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts that leave an impression\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those who value handmade work\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Occasions where you want to shine\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant length: 6.4 cm tip to tip. Maximum width approximately 3.8 cm. This is the size you see when wearing it — substantial without overwhelming. \u003cstrong\u003eThis price is for the pendant only\u003c\/strong\u003e. Chain sold separately; contact us for recommendations on length and thickness at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e. Ships 2-3 business days from Taxco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. The percentage decreases gradually but never reaches zero: your silver is an investment. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all the details of the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. This price is for the pendant only. We offer sterling silver chains in various lengths and gauges; tell us your preferred length and we will make a recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is the stone hand-set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The artisan places the stone in a silver bezel and secures it by hand pressure with specialized tools, no machinery. This creates a more organic and personalized finish than industrial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between .950 and .925 silver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: .950 is 95% pure silver versus .925 at 92.5%. This piece is purer, more durable, and shines with greater depth. It is the choice of master jewelers seeking the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you simply don't wear anymore — we buy it back, no questions asked. Send us photos at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we will tell you the value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA piece of Taxco around your neck — once it is gone, it is gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51578531053814,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005721","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005721_1.jpg?v=1788408225","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-de-plata-lagrima-con-piedra-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}