Silver Heart Earrings Cartoneado — Taxco .925

Minimalism with volume: the cartoneado heart of Taxco in your ears.

Specifications

• Material: Sterling silver .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Cartoneado (3D volume)
• Design: Polished heart
• Length: 3.5 cm
• Weight: 2.99 g (pair)
• Closure: Silver earwire
• Finish: Mirror polish
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

Cartoneado hearts are the signature of Taxco's master silversmiths — a technique that looks simple but demands precision in every fold of the metal sheet. Unlike casting, where silver is poured into molds, cartoneado creates volume from a single sheet of silver, folded and soldered by hand. The result is a lightweight, warm, and unique piece: each heart has its own proportion, its own shine. Earrings that speak of a craft at risk of extinction, made by hands that know every curve of the metal.

Certified sterling silver .925 with official hallmark — the proof of authenticity. The cartoneado technique is little known outside Guerrero: it is the direct heir to the method that Taxco's silversmiths perfected centuries ago, when they discovered that silver could be shaped without casting. Every fold, every solder, is reversible — silver never loses its value. Learn about the authenticity certificate that comes with your pair.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisan silver since 1534 — 500 years of mastery. Here, cartoneado was born from necessity: creating volumetric shapes without costly casting molds. Today it is a mark of identity. When you wear cartoneado earrings from Taxco, you carry the history of generations of silversmiths. The Arte Taxco story is also the story of the craft that sustains this piece.

Buy risk-free. If you ever decide you no longer wear them, we buy back your pair up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling silver .925 with hallmark
• ✦ Taxco cartoneado: little-known ancestral technique
• ✦ Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear
• ✦ Hypoallergenic: perfect for sensitive skin
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 70%

Perfect For

• 💍 Those who appreciate artisan craftsmanship
• 👤 Gifts with history
• 🎁 Minimalist everyday accessory

Measurements & Shipping

Total earring length: 3.5 cm (including earwire). Pair of earrings with sterling silver earwire closure. Ships 2-3 business days throughout Mexico. For questions about sizing or special requests, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pair of 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 cartoneado?
A: A Taxco technique that creates volume by folding and soldering a silver sheet by hand, without molds or casting. It is lighter than cast silver and each piece has its own unique character.

Q: Are they comfortable for everyday wear?
A: Yes. At 2.99 g per pair, they are very lightweight. The sterling silver earwire is secure and hypoallergenic for most skin types.

Q: How do I care for my cartoneado earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes and chlorine. Store in a dry case when not wearing. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth. Cartoneado is robust, but the shape is best preserved without strong impact.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you no longer use — we buy it back. Earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets: every piece has value. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and we'll tell you what we'll pay.

Cartoneado heart earrings: the technique that made Taxco famous, in heart form.