Sterling Silver Prehispanic Calendar Pendant — Taxco Carved

A piece of Mesoamerican history wrapped in authentic silver.

Features

• Material: Authentic sterling .925 silver
• Design: Hand-carved prehispanic calendars
• Weight: 3 g
• Finish: Polished with natural patina
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures prehispanic cosmology in its purest form: circular calendars with glyphs carved to evoke the astronomical precision of ancient Mesoamerica. Every line engraved in silver is a dialogue with the past, a reminder that beauty and knowledge traveled through the hands of artisans long before conquest. In Taxco, heirs to that tradition recover these historical designs, not as imitation but as living continuity of the craft.

The .925 silver holding this pendant is authentic and enduring. Unlike base metal coatings, the entire material is noble: it retains value, withstands time, and improves with the natural patina it develops. It is not disposable; it is an investment in real beauty you can wear daily, pass down, or buyback without essential loss of value.

Ideal for those seeking connection with their roots, collectors of narrative-driven jewelry, or anyone who loves the weight and presence of authentic silver. Small in size, monumental in intention—an anchor of identity at your neck.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 silver, hypoallergenic and noble
• ✦ Prehispanic design with hand-carved calendars
• ✦ Made in Taxco, Mexico — cradle of Mexican silver craft
• ✦ Historic unique piece, limited batch
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration: your silver always has value up to 70%

Perfect For

• 💍 Those who value history and Mesoamerican identity
• 👤 Collectors of narrative-driven jewelry
• 🎁 Meaningful and timeless gifts

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant without chain included. Approximate dimensions [VERIFY from images]. Compatible with standard link chains. Ships 2-3 business days. For chain requests or exact measurements: hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. Silver without stones retains intrinsic value over years. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The pendant is sold chain-free. You can use your own .925 chain or request one from our team.

Q: What do the glyphs represent?
A: They are symbols from prehispanic calendars, especially the Tonalpohualli (260-day sacred calendar). Each symbol carries cosmological meaning.

Q: Does the silver darken?
A: Yes, naturally. That is patina, not deep oxidation. Clean with microfiber cloth or request professional polishing in Taxco.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old pendants, broken bracelets, inherited silver—Arte Taxco buys it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and piece number.

Historic piece, unique batch—when it goes, a piece of history goes with it.