K'inich Janaab' Pakal Mayan Pendant Sterling Silver 925 and Black Onyx

The spirit of the great Mayan king Pakal, carved in Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-repousse
• Stone: Polished black onyx
• Size: 6.7 cm × 2.2 cm
• Weight: 14.2 g
• Chain: not included (pendant only)
• Finish: polished with deep shine
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the serene face of K'inich Janaab' Pakal, the legendary Mayan ruler whose legacy echoes through the codes of Palenque. The hand-repousse relief from Taxco translates each feature with precision — pronounced cheekbones, noble forehead, eyes gazing toward the beyond. Black onyx, polished to a deep brilliance, wraps the piece in the ancestral mystery that defines Mesoamerican art.

Every hammer strike that forms the relief is an artisanal decision. No machine can replicate the subtlety of the Taxco silversmith's hand — which is why no two pieces are ever identical. The repousse technique is one of Taxco's oldest crafts, inherited from generations of masters who command metal like few in the world.

Taxco, the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years, remains the home where silver is transformed into narrative. The story of Arte Taxco is the story of craftsmen who chose that true craft would never fade. This pendant is part of that legacy — sterling .925 silver with hallmark, certificate of authenticity included.

Sold without chain (pendant only). You can wear it with any necklace in your collection, or request a custom chain. With our Lifetime Buyback Program, your investment in Taxco silver never depreciates: we buy back your piece whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• ✦ Hand-repousse by Taxco craftsmen
• ✦ Black onyx with deep polish
• ✦ Mesoamerican iconography: K'inich Janaab' Pakal
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 35%

Ideal For

• 🎁 Those who revere Mayan history
• 💍 Lovers of pre-Hispanic art and silvercraft
• 👤 Daily wear with ancestral meaning

Measurements and Shipping

The pendant measures 6.7 cm long × 2.2 cm wide. Sold as pendant only; chain not included. You can wear it with any necklace you own, or write us if you need a custom chain — we add the one you prefer. Ships 2-3 business days to Mexico and the United States.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in digital wallet, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, it's the pendant only. You can wear it with any necklace you have, or ask us for a custom chain — email hola@artetaxco.mx.

Q: What is the repousse technique?
A: It's an ancient craft where the silversmith hammers the back of the silver with hand punches to create relief. Every strike is an artisanal choice — no two pieces are ever alike.

Q: Who was K'inich Janaab' Pakal?
A: He was the thirteenth ruler of Palenque (603–683 CE), whose legacy is inscribed in Mayan codices. His face is one of the most recognizable images in Mesoamerican art.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old or inherited silver — we buy it back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and weight.

Unique piece from Taxco — once it's gone, it's gone.