{"product_id":"aretes-de-plata-cartoneado-colibri-taxco-926","title":"Sterling Silver Hummingbird Earrings — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe grace of the hummingbird in silver, at the perfect scale for your ear.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling silver .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Cartoneado (embossed relief)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Minimalist hummingbird\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength per earring: 1.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTotal weight: 0.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Post with butterfly back\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished bright\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese earrings celebrate one of Mexico's most beloved symbols: the hummingbird. At just 1.2 cm long, they are perfect for anyone seeking delicate jewelry that doesn't weigh on the ear. The cartoneado technique—characteristic of Taxco artisans—creates volume and movement in the bird's silhouette, producing a 3D effect that catches the light without overwhelming. Pure sterling .925, with its hallmark of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCartoneado is a traditional Taxco technique rarely seen outside Guerrero. It consists of creating volume by folding and assembling silver sheet with watchmaker's precision, without requiring casting. Every gesture of the artisan matters: a different angle, a different pressure, and the hummingbird comes to life. It is the craft of patience, where the diminutive demands maximum skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e springs from that silversmithing tradition, where size never determines the value of the craft. A 1.2 cm earring can take hours of work: every line, every angle, is a decision. That's why your earrings are worth more than silver—they're worth craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Taxco cartoneado: artisanal relief technique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lightweight and comfortable for daily wear (0.9 g the pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Minimalist and versatile: suit any style\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback: your silver always has value, up to 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Mexican nature lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Guilt-free everyday wear (so light you almost forget them)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Culturally meaningful gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength per earring: 1.2 cm. Post closure with secure butterfly back. Ships 2-3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/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: What is cartoneado?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A Taxco technique that creates volume by folding and assembling silver sheet with watchmaker's precision. It requires no casting—only craft and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are they comfortable to wear daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The pair weighs only 0.9 g; many people forget they're wearing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I return them to the Buyback Program if I change my mind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Of course. They're silver with no stones, so buyback reaches 70%. No expiration date.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you have silver you no longer wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or broken earrings—we buy them back. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll give you a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaxco cartoneado: where the diminutive demands the maximum.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51758440415478,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000007066","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790611650070-l6by2_1.jpg?v=1790611900","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/aretes-de-plata-cartoneado-colibri-taxco-926","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}