{"product_id":"aretes-de-plata-cartoneado-esferico-taxco-925","title":"Sterling Silver Hammered Sphere Earrings — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVolume and light in motion — the Taxco technique only you will feel.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 silver, hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Cartoneado (3D volume in hammered silver sheet)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Polished sphere with geometric facets\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mirror polish\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePair length: 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.51 g (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Sterling French wire hook\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCartoneado earrings from Taxco hold a secret that only the wearer discovers: each sphere is not solid, but assembled from sheets of silver — giving them a weight that balances perfection with comfort. Cartoneado is a technique rarely seen outside Guerrero — it creates 3D volume through hand-hammering and manual assembly, without casting. These earrings carry geometric facets that play with light, refracting it in constant reflections as you move.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthentic sterling .925 silver, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ewith certificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e. Each sphere is assembled and polished individually in Taxco — if two pairs are identical, it is by mastery of craft, never by mold. You will see the precision in the closure and the mirror finish, marks of someone who truly knows silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of handcrafted silver. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e begins with that legacy — today, every pair that leaves Taxco reaffirms why silversmiths worldwide respect that name. Earrings like these are not made on production lines: they are made in workshops, with fire, hammer, and decisions made by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Your silver always holds value. We buy back these earrings whenever you wish, in store credit, with no expiration — up to 70% because they have no stones. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .925 sterling silver, hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Taxco cartoneado: rare artisanal technique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Geometric facets that refract light beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lightweight despite visual presence\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 70%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Everyday minimalist wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Craft and artistry lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Gifts with meaningful origin\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair length: 3 cm (from ear). Taxco cartoneado earrings are remarkably lightweight despite their presence, ideal for all-day wear. Ships 2-3 business days in protective case. Handmade — custom orders may take up to one week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. Cartoneado is pure silver — its value never expires. \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 3D volume by hand-assembling sheets of silver without casting. Very few jewelry makers worldwide still practice it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are they heavy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Despite their size, they weigh just 6.51 g as a pair because the structure is hollow. You can wear them comfortably all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for the polished facets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Use a dry microfiber cloth. Avoid chlorine and perfume — sterling .925 can tarnish with prolonged contact with chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld earrings, inherited rings, broken bracelets — your silver always matters to us. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we will quote you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery pair tells a story from Taxco.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51923507183862,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000008969","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792085203811-9j4xo_1.jpg?v=1792085502","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/aretes-de-plata-cartoneado-esferico-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}