{"product_id":"dije-de-plata-repujado-prehispanico-taxco-925","title":"Whale Tail Repousse Silver Pendant — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe whale tail as a symbol of freedom and ocean strength, shaped in Taxco silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling silver .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-repousse\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mesoamerican geometric — whale tail glyph\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 3.5 cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.4 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished with deep relief\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: 925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis repousse pendant brings Mesoamerican geometry to your neck. Its angular lines and balanced proportions echo ancient symbols of Mesoamerica — the whale tail represents freedom, navigation, and connection to water. Every strike of the artisan's hammer punch creates depth and movement across the silver surface, making light dance over the relief. An accessory that is not just ornament, but a narrative of craftsmanship spanning millennia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthentic .925 sterling silver from Taxco with its hallmark of purity. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/cera-perdida-tecnica-joyeria-taxco\"\u003erepousse technique\u003c\/a\u003e demands precision: each line is hammered from the reverse with specialized punches. No two pieces are identical — every strike is a choice by the artisan's hand. That's the difference between a machine and 500 years of silversmithing tradition concentrated in your palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco, Guerrero, has been the world capital of artisanal silver for five centuries. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is built on that legacy: authentic silver, confirmed techniques, and the backing of a lifetime buyback program. When you buy here, you buy into that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .925 sterling silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-repousse: every relief is unique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Mesoamerican whale tail design from Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Just 3.5 cm — discreet yet striking\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 70%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifting to pre-Columbian art lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Daily wear with meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Those seeking Taxco silversmith heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures 3.5 cm long — about the size of half your thumb, perfect worn close to your heart or layered with chains of different styles. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only, chain not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with any sterling silver chain you love. Ships in 2-3 business days. Custom sizing or questions: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant 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\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. This price is for the pendant only. You can use your favorite silver chain or ask for recommendations by emailing hola@artetaxco.mx.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the Mesoamerican symbol mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's the whale tail, a Mesoamerican glyph representing freedom, strength, and movement through water. Many Gulf of Mexico cultures wore it as protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is repousse made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The artisan places silver over a soft form and strikes from the reverse with specialized punches. It's a Taxco technique requiring years of practice — no two pieces are ever alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or pendants gathering dust — we buy it back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll offer you store credit toward your next piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesoamerican repousse pendant — every hammer strike tells Taxco's story.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51585277821174,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005807","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005807_1.jpg?v=1788503022","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-de-plata-repujado-prehispanico-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}