Sterling Silver Carved Prehispanic Calendar Pendant — Historic Piece

Ancient Aztec wisdom in sterling silver, worn today.

Features

• Material: Authentic sterling silver .925
• Design: Prehispanic calendar with Tonatiuh carved in deep relief
• Finish: Mirror polish with deep-carved relief
• Weight: 4 g
• Style: Historic prehispanic
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Note: Pendant without chain — requires separate chain

This pendant honors Aztec cosmology. Its center reproduces the face of Tonatiuh, the sun god, surrounded by symbols of the sacred 260-day calendar. Every line is hand-carved in our Taxco workshop, perpetuating the iconography that prehispanic goldsmiths mastered centuries ago. It is more than jewelry: it is a bridge between your present and the greatness of Mesoamerica. The mirror-polished .925 silver contrasts with the deep relief, making every detail of the calendar visible under light.

At Arte Taxco, these historic designs are not modern replicas. Each piece respects the original geometry and symbolism, carved by hands steeped in tradition. Taxco silver has been the metal of Mexican goldsmiths since the 16th century, when colonial mining transformed this region into the world's silver capital. Today, your pendant carries that heritage in every gram.

Wear it as a reminder that beauty and intelligence transcend time. The prehispanic calendar was more accurate than many European systems of its era. Wearing this pendant is archaeological elegance, cultural identity, and an investment in pure silver.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling silver .925, hypoallergenic and noble
• ✦ Hand-carved deep relief, crafted in Taxco
• ✦ Historic prehispanic design with authentic Aztec roots
• ✦ Unique piece — each carving is slightly different
• ✦ Buyback without expiration: your silver always holds value up to 70%

Perfect for

• 👤 Those who love Aztec history and cosmology
• 🎁 Meaningful gifts with deep cultural significance
• 💍 Daily wear as an amulet of ancestral connection

Measurements & shipping

Solid .925 sterling pendant. Exact dimensions and recommended chain length: hola@artetaxco.mx. Ships 2-3 business days. This pendant does NOT include a chain — we can recommend .925 sterling options.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your silver always matters

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

Frequently asked questions

Q: What does the prehispanic calendar represent?
A: It is the Tonalpohualli, the 260-day ritual calendar of the Mexica. The central face is Tonatiuh, the sun god.

Q: Do I need a chain?
A: Yes. The pendant is sold without a chain. We can recommend .925 sterling chains at hola@artetaxco.mx.

Q: Can you engrave or customize it?
A: Yes. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with your idea — we make custom pendants.

Do you have silver you no longer wear?

Old rings, broken bracelets, inherited silver — Arte Taxco buys them back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos.

Historic piece, small batch — when it's gone, it's gone.