{"product_id":"aretes-delfin-plata-925-cartoneado-taxco","title":"Dolphin Sterling Silver Earrings .925 — Taxco Crafted","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMiniature dolphins: marine grace floating on your ear.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling Silver .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Cartoneado (3D casting)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Leaping dolphin\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 1 cm per earring\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.3 g (pair, ultralight)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Post and friction back\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNo stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: Unmarked\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese earrings capture marine wildlife in miniature — two dolphins in a leap, cast in sterling .925 using the cartoneado technique, where each piece receives dimension and volume through molded silver work. At just 1 cm, they weigh almost nothing, perfect for anyone seeking ocean-inspired jewelry without the weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCartoneado is a technique little known outside Taxco, where silversmiths create three-dimensional forms by casting silver in molds — a craft requiring precision so each dolphin matches its pair identically. With no stone setting, the protagonist is pure form and the natural shine of .925 silver. Learn \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/cera-perdida-tecnica-joyeria-taxco\"\u003ehow silver is cast in Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e and why origin matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of silvercraft for 500 years — a tradition we honor in every piece. These dolphins testify to that mastery: it is not machinery that shapes them, but the artisanal knowledge of silversmiths who have inherited the craft through generations. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of silver that adorns your body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free: if you change your mind, we buy back your earrings in digital currency, up to 70%, with no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling silver .925, handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Cartoneado: the volume-casting technique of Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Ultralight (0.3 g): comfortable all day\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Exclusive marine design\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback with no expiration up to 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Ocean lovers and marine wildlife fans\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Meaningful artisanal gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Everyday ultralight wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach earring measures 1 cm in length. Sold as a pair with secure post and friction back closure. Ships within 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 digital currency, no expiration or requirements. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all 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 where silver is cast in molds to create three-dimensional forms. Each piece receives volume without hand-hammering or carving — it is silversmith precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are they so light they'll fall off?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Though the pair weighs only 0.3 g, the closure is secure. It's like wearing clouds: present but weightless.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a certificate of authenticity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: These earrings carry no hallmark because of their minimal weight. They are still authentic .925 silver from Taxco. If you need a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or damaged jewelry — we buy it back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll make an offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaxco dolphins: tiny, weightless, crafted with 500 years of tradition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51745074643190,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000007020","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790361080382-x5sig_1.jpg?v=1790361344","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/aretes-delfin-plata-925-cartoneado-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}