Witch's Knot Pendant in Silver Filigree Cutwork — Taxco .925

The Witch's Knot — 5 cm of protection, carved in Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Precision cutwork
• Design: Four-pointed Witch's Knot with spirals
• Dimensions: Length 5 cm × width 3.3 cm
• Weight: 4.71 g
• Stones: None — pure silver
• Includes: Pendant only; chain sold separately
• Hallmark: .925
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

The Witch's Knot is an ancestral symbol of protection and transformation. This pendant combines the hypnotic geometry of four interwoven knots with sinuous spirals that catch the light — each cut in the cutwork reveals the silver from another angle, as if the amulet held infinite depth. At 5 cm long, it's substantial enough to command attention on any chain, yet elegant enough never to overwhelm the neck.

Taxco cutwork demands watchmaker's precision: an artisan traces the pattern, marks it into the silver sheet, then uses a jeweler's saw with a gossamer-thin blade to cut each curve by hand — one mistake ruins the entire piece. No machine can replicate that concentration, that calibration of thickness so the spirals won't snap when set into the frame. Every Witch's Knot you see here represents a decision made 500 times across 500 years — the span of time Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver. Cutwork technique is living proof of that legacy.

Taxco is no ordinary place. For five centuries, its silversmiths have perfected the art of transforming silver into meaning. The Witch's Knot carries that tradition: it is not mere adornment, but inheritance. Every piece that catches the light is the result of countless hands before it, teaching hands that came after. The Arte Taxco story is the story of that continuity.

Buy this pendant risk-free. Should you ever decide it's no longer for you, Arte Taxco buys back your Witch's Knot in store credit, up to 70%, with no expiration. Your silver always holds value, because the Lifetime Buyback Program honors every moment you wore it.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• ✦ Hand-cut precision artisanal work from Taxco
• ✦ Witch's Knot: ancient protection symbol
• ✦ 5 cm long — striking without dominating
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 70%

Ideal for

• 🎁 Those who seek meaning in every piece
• 💍 Gifts with purpose and tradition
• 👤 Lovers of amulets and ancient symbols

Measurements and shipping

Length 5 cm × width 3.3 cm — pendant only, chain not included. Wear it on any compatible sterling .925 chain you own, or ask us to source one that matches. Ships 2-3 business days. Available for custom sizing if you'd like it larger or smaller.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value

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

Frequently asked questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, the pendant is sold alone. You can pair it with any sterling .925 chain you own, or we can help you find one that complements it perfectly.

Q: What does the Witch's Knot symbolize?
A: It's an ancestral symbol of protection and transformation — an amulet that accompanies the wearer. Every culture has its version; this one captures the intersection of pre-Hispanic and European influences that defines Taxco.

Q: How do I care for delicate cutwork?
A: Avoid twisting or pressing it. Store it in a dry case, away from perfumes and chlorine. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth — never use a stiff brush.

Do you have silver you no longer wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've simply outgrown — we buy it back in store credit. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos.

Witch's Knot in Taxco cutwork silver — when it's gone, it's gone.