{"product_id":"dije-prehispanico-pakal-repujado-plata-925-ojo-de-tigre-y-malaquita","title":"Pakal Prehispanic Pendant Repoussé Sterling Silver — Tiger's Eye and Malachite","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe face of Mayan king Pakal, carved in Taxco silver, adorned with two stones of power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Repoussé (hand-hammered relief)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStones: Brown Tiger's Eye + Green Malachite\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Prehispanic portrait of K'inich Janaab' Pakal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 6.3 cm × Width: 2.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 13.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis prehispanic pendant revives the image of K'inich Janaab' Pakal, one of the greatest Mayan rulers. His face, worked in relief by the hands of Taxco artisans, emerges from the silver with depth and dignity. Brown Tiger's Eye accompanies the neckline, while green Malachite adorns the base — two stones recognized by tradition as protective and revitalizing. Perfect for those who honor prehispanic wisdom and seek a piece charged with meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hammer strike in repoussé is a decision by the artisan. This \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/repujado-tecnica-taxco\"\u003eTaxco technique, enduring for 500 years\u003c\/a\u003e, admits no machines or rush — each line of Pakal's face is hand-engraved, making this piece an act of craftsmanship that never repeats exactly twice. Sterling .925 with its hallmark guarantees authenticity and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing since the sixteenth century — when Spanish conquistadors discovered silver in Guerrero, local artisans began a legacy still alive today. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of that tradition: every piece from Taxco carries 500 years of mastery in its lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. This pendant is a gateway to Mayan symbolism and Taxco craftsmanship. Whenever you decide, we buy it back in digital credit — \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program, no expiration\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 with verified hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-hammered Taxco repoussé — each strike is unique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Brown Tiger's Eye + Green Malachite combined\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic design of Mayan king Pakal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% with no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Those who love prehispanic history\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Occasions that demand deep meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Seekers of cultural and spiritual connection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e6.3 cm long by 2.4 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e — slightly taller than a thumb. It ships \u003cstrong\u003ewithout a chain\u003c\/strong\u003e; the chain is sold separately. 2-3 business days from Taxco. Custom sizing available in ~2 weeks: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration or conditions. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The price is for the pendant only. The chain is sold separately, letting you personalize the length and style to fit your neck perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is repoussé and why does it take longer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Repoussé is an ancient prehispanic technique where the artisan hammers silver from the back with hand punches, creating a relief on the front. Each strike is a decision — no two pieces are identical, and each can take several hours to complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are Tiger's Eye and Malachite natural stones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Tiger's Eye is quartz with iron striping and displays a moving band of light; Malachite is copper carbonate with its characteristic mottled pattern. Both are recognized by tradition as protective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or unused silver — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll quote you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-of-a-kind Taxco repoussé — hand-hammered, no mold. When it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51946546266358,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000008839","price":91.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792163854775-hwdxy_1.jpg?v=1792164711","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-prehispanico-pakal-repujado-plata-925-ojo-de-tigre-y-malaquita","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}