Jaguar Silver Pendant Openwork — Taxco .925

The Taxco jaguar: strength and mastery cut into silver .925.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Openwork (cut design)
• Design: Jaguar head in negative relief
• Length: 5 cm
• Width: Approximately 3.5 cm
• Weight: 4.9 g
• Chain: Not included — sold separately
• Finish: Mirror polish
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This silver pendant is a statement of power and connection to nature. The jaguar—a Prehispanic symbol of strength and vigilance—emerges in negative from the silver, each line cut with the precision of a watchmaker. Wear it daily or for moments that demand meaning. At 5 cm, it's visible yet elegant—the kind of piece that draws questions on the street.

Openwork is one of Taxco's most demanding techniques. The jeweler works with a fine-toothed saw to cut the design from solid silver sheet. One slip in pressure, one misstep, and the piece is lost. There are no second chances. This is why each pendant is proof of control and patience—the same control that Taxco artisans have perfected for 500 years. This pendant is hand-soldered and polished until it reflects light like a mirror.

Taxco is the world capital of artisanal silver work, with five centuries of tradition. In its cobblestone streets, generation after generation of craftspeople have passed down techniques that exist nowhere but in their hands—master to apprentice, hand to hand. The Arte Taxco story is born from that respect for craft and authenticity. Every piece you wear carries Taxco's heritage.

Buy risk-free. The Lifetime Buyback Program buys back your pendant whenever you choose, up to 70% in store credit, with no expiration. Your silver always has value.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark
• ✦ Openwork technique: watchmaker precision
• ✦ Jaguar head — symbol of Prehispanic power
• ✦ 5 cm long, visible yet elegant
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 70%

Ideal for

• 🎁 Daily wear with meaning
• 💍 Those who love artisanal craft
• 👤 Gift for a man with style

Measurements and shipping

Length: 5 cm · Width: approx. 3.5 cm · Weight: 4.9 g. Price is for the pendant only; chain is sold separately. Choose your favorite silver chain from our collection, or use one you already own. Ships 2-3 business days from Taxco.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, 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, this price is for the pendant alone. The chain is separate so you can choose the material and length you prefer. We carry .925 silver chains in the shop.

Q: What is the openwork technique?
A: The jeweler cuts the design from a solid sheet of silver using a fine-toothed saw. Every cut is final—there are no corrections. It's a technique that requires years of training and a steady hand.

Q: Can I use this pendant on chains made of other metals?
A: Yes, this pendant is .925 silver, so it adapts to any chain with a compatible clasp. If you have questions, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Do you have old silver you no longer wear?

Old silver, inherited, or damaged—we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and description.

Design cast from lost wax—openwork cut by hand in Taxco.