{"product_id":"dije-jaguar-de-plata-950-con-onix-negro-taxco","title":"Jaguar Sterling Silver .950 Pendant with Black Onyx — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe power of the jaguar, symbol of prehispanic nobility, upon your chest.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-inlaid stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Polished black onyx\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Prehispanic jaguar motif\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5 cm long × 3.8 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 25.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Pendant only (chain not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant captures the essence of the jaguar, keeper of ancient wisdom. The black onyx, polished with precision, brings out every detail of the feline form — alert eyes, robust body, commanding presence. Each line of the prehispanic design tells the story of an animal revered across Mesoamerican cultures: symbol of power, protection, and connection to the spiritual realm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e.950 sterling silver — purity superior to standard .925 — ensures durability and a profound luster that ages with honor. The stone inlay is set by hand; each onyx is fixed individually into its silver bezel, a process requiring jeweler's precision. The result is a piece that does not wear down — it becomes more beautiful over time, a natural patina that proves its authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the cradle of artisanal silversmithing for 500 years. Since the Conquest, the masters of this region have woven together prehispanic techniques with European silver, creating a visual language unlike any other. This jaguar is direct heir to that tradition — not a museum replica, but a living reinterpretation of a symbol that respects craft and honors memory. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eDiscover the story of Arte Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Your silver always holds value. When you choose, we buy back this pendant in store credit, up to 35%, with no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all 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 sterling silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Black onyx hand-inlaid in silver\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic jaguar design\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Piece crafted with workshop precision\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; No-expiration buyback up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Lover of prehispanic mythology\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Amulet of protection and power\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collector of Taxco artisanal jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e5 cm long × 3.8 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e — about the size of your thumb and a half, with presence. \u003cstrong\u003eSold as pendant only; chain sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can pair it with any silver chain, 45 to 60 cm long, according to your preference. Ships within 2-3 business days. Custom-made piece: may take ~2 weeks for special adjustments — write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in electronic store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all 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 alone. You can choose your chain separately in our store — silver, length, and gauge to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why .950 silver instead of .925?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: .950 is superior purity — 95% pure silver versus 92.5% in .925 standard. It is more durable, brighter, and more valuable. Taxco uses it for pieces meant to last generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the onyx natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Onyx is natural mineral — a microcrystalline quartz with black bands. It is durable but sensitive to sudden temperature changes. Protect your pendant from extreme heat and sharp impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from other makers — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we will quote you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Taxco jaguar awaits your neck. Each pendant is unique — when it is gone, it returns to the workshop.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51865203704054,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000008786","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792015620235-tvzq7_1.jpg?v=1792015904","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-jaguar-de-plata-950-con-onix-negro-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}