Sterling Silver Teardrop Filigree Earrings — Taxco .925

The delicate art of Taxco cutwork, on your ear.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 with Hallmark
• Technique: Cutwork (Calado)
• Design: Minimalist teardrop, stone-free
• Length: 1.8 cm (pair)
• Weight: 3.5 g
• Closure: Sterling silver hooks
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

Earrings that breathe light. Cutwork — that jeweler's saw technique that opens metal with watchmaker precision — transforms silver into a pattern of void and volume. These, in teardrop form, are pure minimalism: no stone to distract, just the elegant geometry of Taxco. Each cut is a decision; one mistake discards the piece. That's why cutwork is a craft at risk: few hands in the world do it well.

Sterling .925 with its legitimate Hallmark — proof of authenticity. At 3.5 grams, they're light on the ear, perfect for daily wear without fatigue. Sterling hooks are hypoallergenic. If you're seeking something made with true Taxco cutwork, this is craft without ornament.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisan silver for 500 years. Since the conquest, silversmiths in this Guerrero city have refined techniques that the world copies. Cutwork is one of them: a master's inheritance with no price tag. When you buy a Taxco cutwork earring, you buy continuity — the hand of a craft nearly lost.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark
• ✦ Taxco cutwork — hand-saw technique
• ✦ Lightweight and comfortable for daily wear
• ✦ Custom-made in ~2 weeks
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 70%

Perfect For

• 💍 Minimalist jewelry lovers
• 👤 Everyday elegance
• 🎁 Meaningful gift with craft

Measurements & Shipping

Length 1.8 cm (the pair). Sterling silver hooks. Ships 2-3 business days. Want them custom-made? Email hola@artetaxco.mx — we'll create them to your specs in ~2 weeks.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is cutwork?
A: An ancestral Taxco technique where metal is cut with a jeweler's saw, creating patterns of void and volume. Each piece takes hours and requires watchmaker precision.

Q: Are they hypoallergenic?
A: Yes, pure sterling .925. The hooks are also sterling. If you have extreme sensitivity, email us before buying.

Q: Can I order them custom?
A: Yes. Contact us at hola@artetaxco.mx — we'll craft them in ~2 weeks.

Have Old Silver You Don't Wear?

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

Taxco cutwork earrings — when they're gone, they're gone.