Sterling Silver Aztec Calendar Pendant — Prehispanic Taxco .925

Wear the mystery and power of the prehispanic calendar at your heart.

Features

• Material: Authentic sterling .925 silver
• Design: Aztec calendar with deep relief engraving
• Finish: Handcrafted, natural patina
• Diameter: 28 mm
• Weight: 4 g
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Includes: Adjustable link chain in silver

The Aztec calendar is one of the most recognizable symbols of Mesoamerican cosmology. This pendant holds at its center the Fifth Sun — the fifth era according to the Mexica worldview — surrounded by the twenty signs of the tonalpohualli. Every line engraved in the silver tells a thousand-year-old story, that of the people who dominated the Valley of Mexico. When you wear it, it is far more than jewelry: it is a bridge between antiquity and now.

Made in Taxco with engraving and relief techniques that honor the city's silver-working tradition. Craftsmanship demands precision in every stroke; the patina that forms over time is authentic, the result of silver's natural interaction with air. It is not wear — it is the signature of time inscribed in noble metal.

This pendant transforms everyday dress into a statement of cultural identity. Unisex in spirit, yet frequently chosen by women seeking meaning beyond aesthetics. Gift culture, history, and real silver. When you no longer wish to wear it, your silver will always hold value in our hands.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 silver with deep prehispanic Aztec calendar design
• ✦ Handcrafted engraving and relief work in Taxco silver
• ✦ Historical piece with profound cultural significance
• ✦ Iconic design that transcends trends
• ✦ Buyback without expiration up to 70% in pure silver value

Ideal for

• 💍 Those who honor prehispanic heritage and Mexican culture
• 👤 Meaningful gifts with real historical weight
• 🎁 Bohemian, ethnic, or minimalist looks with substance

Measurements & shipping

Pendant diameter: 28 mm. Adjustable link chain included. Ships 2-3 business days. For custom chain or sizing: 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 date. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What does the Aztec calendar represent?
A: The Fifth Sun, the fifth era in Mexica cosmology. The 20 signs around it mark the days of the tonalpohualli, a 260-day ritual calendar.

Q: Why does the silver darken?
A: Natural patina. You can polish it with a soft cloth or let it age; both are authentic choices.

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: Yes, includes an adjustable link chain in .925 silver. If you prefer a different style, let us know.

Do you have silver you no longer wear?

Old pendants, broken bracelets, or inherited silver — Arte Taxco buys them back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and we quote you instantly.

Unique historical archive piece — once sold out, there is no reorder.