Aztec Calendar Pendant Sterling Silver with Fire Opal — Taxco .950

The Aztec Calendar in silver: a symbol of eternal cycles and ancestral wisdom.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 with Gardení hallmark
• Technique: Combined — casting and hand setting
• Design: Aztec Calendar with filigree center
• Stone: Blue fire opal hand-set
• Weight: 7.9 g
• Dimensions: 3 cm long × 2 cm wide
• Presentation: Pendant only, chain not included
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

The Aztec Calendar is more than a symbol — it is the heart of the Prehispanic cosmos, divided into twenty signs that rule time and life. This pendant captures that ancestral power in .950 sterling silver, with the precision of a watchmaker and the sensitivity of a craftsman. The blue fire opal at the center shines with the tones of Tenochtitlan's sky, as if guarding the secrets of five centuries of silversmithing.

The combined technique unites the solidity of casting with the detail of hand setting — each step is a decision. Sterling .950 is even purer than .925, a reflection of Taxco's demand to preserve the craft. The Gardení hallmark certifies authenticity: your guarantee that this piece is real silver, ready to be inherited.

Taxco has woven the history of Mexican silver for 500 years. From the first artisans who saw opportunity in the city to today's masters, every piece of Arte Taxco carries that legacy. The Arte Taxco story is the story of a people who chose silver as their voice to the world.

This pendant is for those who know that buying silver is investing in beauty without expiration. With our Lifetime Buyback Program, your silver never loses its value: whenever you decide, we buy it back.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 with Gardení hallmark — maximum purity
• ✦ Aztec Calendar — symbol of ancestral wisdom
• ✦ Blue fire opal hand-set
• ✦ Design crafted in Taxco by master silversmiths
• ✦ Buyback without expiration up to 35%

Ideal For

• 🎁 Those who honor Prehispanic heritage
• 💍 Those seeking jewelry with purpose
• 👤 Gifts of spiritual connection

Dimensions & Shipping

The pendant measures 3 cm long × 2 cm wide — about the size of a Mexican 5-peso coin, visible enough to notice when worn, without being bulky. Pendant only; chain sold separately. You can choose a sterling .925 or .950 chain from our store. Shipping 2-3 business days. Custom-made in ~2 weeks: write to hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. The hand-set fire opal is why the buyback cap is 35%. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. It's pendant only. You can purchase it with a sterling chain from our store or use one of your own — .925 or higher.

Q: What is the Gardení hallmark?
A: It is Mexico's authenticity mark for .950 sterling silver. It guarantees purity and is your certificate that the piece is real silver, not alloy.

Q: Can fire opal scratch?
A: Opals are soft (5.5–6.5 on the Mohs scale). Avoid direct impact and keep the pendant in a dry case. With care, it will last generations.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos of front and back.

Unique piece handcrafted in Taxco — each Aztec Calendar is different.